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NEET-2026 leak probe finds gang split subjects to evade capture with careful compartmentalised planning

NEET-2026 leak probe finds gang split subjects to evade capture with careful compartmentalised planning

Investigating agencies probing the NEET-UG paper leak case say the accused allegedly operated with a strict division of labour, assigning different subject portions to different members based on expertise and networks. The compartmentalised approach, officials believe, kept suspicion low because no single person possessed the entire question paper. A Chemistry teacher in Latur allegedly shared Chemistry questions, while another accused used a student counselling institute to reach aspirants and handle much of the Biology section. Investigators also face hurdles recovering deleted Telegram chats, delaying digital evidence.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 16 May 2026
CBI arrests second NTA panel insider Manisha Mandhare in NEET UG 2026 paper leak case after PV Kulkarni

CBI arrests second NTA panel insider Manisha Mandhare in NEET UG 2026 paper leak case after PV Kulkarni

In a major step in the NEET UG 2026 paper leak probe, the CBI has arrested Manisha Gurunath Mandhare, a senior woman biology lecturer from Pune and an expert on the NTA question-setting panel. Sources say she was detained first for interrogation before formal arrest. The agency claims she had complete access to the Botany and Zoology sections and allegedly mobilised candidates through special coaching at her residence, with questions reportedly matching those that appeared in the May 3 exam. The arrest follows PV Kulkarni’s detention as “kingpin.”

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 16 May 2026

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Kerala SSLC 2026 revaluation begins online tomorrow after results with headmaster verified applications

Kerala SSLC 2026 revaluation begins online tomorrow after results with headmaster verified applications

Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has kicked off the SSLC 2026 revaluation, photocopy, and scrutiny application window a day after Class 10 results were declared. Students who are unhappy with marks or want higher scores can apply online for rechecking, photocopies of answer scripts, or scrutiny, but the board says these services do not apply to the IT paper. The board also streamlined applications by requiring headmaster verification and only processing those submitted with the prescribed fees.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026
CBI Arrests NEET UG 2026 Paper Setter PV Kulkarni Called Kingpin as Raids Expand Nationwide

CBI Arrests NEET UG 2026 Paper Setter PV Kulkarni Called Kingpin as Raids Expand Nationwide

CBI arrested Maharashtra chemistry lecturer Prof PV Kulkarni, a NEET-UG 2026 paper-setting committee member, alleging he masterminded the medical entrance exam leak. Investigators say Kulkarni had authorized access in the weeks before the test and allegedly ran paid coaching sessions where he dictated questions and answers. Forensic checks of seized notebooks reportedly showed handwritten notes matching the actual paper set on May 3. The probe began May 12 on a Higher Education Department complaint and has led to multiple arrests and raids, including at NTA records.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 16 May 2026
Former Maoist Devji returns to exams after 40 years and vows to become a lawyer for marginalized people

Former Maoist Devji returns to exams after 40 years and vows to become a lawyer for marginalized people

Nearly 40 years after leaving his Intermediate studies unfinished, 63-year-old former Maoist leader Devji—also known as Thippiri Tirupathi—appeared for the Telugu Intermediate supplementary exam in 2026. He obtained special permission from the board to sit for the paper after his education was derailed in 1983 when police entered exam halls to intimidate students. Now out of politics, Devji says he plans to clear LAWCET and pursue LLB to advocate for marginalized communities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
India to phase out OMR sheets by 2027 as major entrance exams fully shift to CBT

India to phase out OMR sheets by 2027 as major entrance exams fully shift to CBT

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that India will phase out OMR sheet-based exams starting in 2027, with major national entrance tests moving entirely to computer-based tests (CBT). The government says the shift targets persistent problems such as question paper leaks, impersonation, cheating, and logistical hurdles tied to paper transport. Officials claim CBT will improve security and surveillance, reduce human intervention in evaluation, speed up results, and standardize testing across examination centres.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026

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VGU backs Tier II founders in Jaipur proving startups need not relocate for funding mentorship

VGU backs Tier II founders in Jaipur proving startups need not relocate for funding mentorship

Vivekananda Global University (VGU) in Jaipur is betting that India’s next founders will build from home as remote-first work and Tier II support programs expand. The university has supported 200-plus startups, enabled over Rs 20 crore in funding, and embeds incubation, mentorship, and early grants into academics—helping founders access pilots, mentors, and investors without relocating to metros.

Summarised by Beize from a story on YourStory on 15 May 2026
Princeton Reverses 133 Year Proctor Rule After Widespread Cheating Reports

Princeton Reverses 133 Year Proctor Rule After Widespread Cheating Reports

Princeton University’s faculty voted this week to reverse a proctoring policy first adopted in 1893, after “widespread” cheating concerns prompted a reassessment of how exams are monitored. The decision marks a rare change to an entrenched rule, replacing long-standing procedures shaped for nearly a century and more with updated oversight measures.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Entrepreneur on 15 May 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan Reviews NEET Retest Plan in High-Level Meeting at Residence Amid Mounting Concerns

Dharmendra Pradhan Reviews NEET Retest Plan in High-Level Meeting at Residence Amid Mounting Concerns

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired a high-level meeting at his residence in New Delhi to review and assess the proposed plan for a NEET retest. The move comes as concerns continue to swirl around the exam and how any retest would be structured and implemented. The meeting was aimed at taking stock of the proposal and evaluating next steps, signalling that discussions are underway at the top level before any outcome is formally announced.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Americans may get up to 1700 back via a new education tax credit

Americans may get up to 1700 back via a new education tax credit

A new federal education tax credit could return up to $1,700 to eligible Americans. The program is tied to approved education scholarship donations, offering taxpayers a way to reduce taxes while supporting students’ access to school funding. With more states expected to join, the benefit is emerging as a major 2026 tax story for families looking to maximize education-related savings.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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CBI Detains Retired Professor In Latur In NEET Paper Leak Probe Spark Doubts

CBI Detains Retired Professor In Latur In NEET Paper Leak Probe Spark Doubts

The CBI has detained a retired professor in Latur as its probe into the 2026 NEET-UG paper leak case escalates. The agency’s move suggests it is pursuing a well-organised paper-setting network tied to the city’s reputation as an education hub. Investigators say the development raises new questions about possible connections within the coaching and exam ecosystem.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
CUET is reshaping Delhi University as VC Yogesh Singh backs diversity and new NEP plans

CUET is reshaping Delhi University as VC Yogesh Singh backs diversity and new NEP plans

Delhi University Vice Chancellor Yogesh Singh says CUET has boosted diversity by widening equal access for students. He also outlined the ongoing rollout of the four-year undergraduate programme under India’s NEP, backed by new infrastructure expansion. DU is simultaneously ramping up focus on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to broaden future learning and job opportunities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
MBBS Student Claims NEET Paper Leak With WhatsApp Evidence and A4 Answer Sheets

MBBS Student Claims NEET Paper Leak With WhatsApp Evidence and A4 Answer Sheets

A second-year MBBS student has alleged an organised NEET question paper leak, claiming answer keys were being openly offered for money ahead of the exam. He shared screenshots of suspicious WhatsApp chats and says a student sitting behind him had two A4 sheets with answers that closely matched the questions, raising fresh questions for authorities to investigate.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
West Bengal schools to sing Vande Mataram from Monday after chief minister announcement

West Bengal schools to sing Vande Mataram from Monday after chief minister announcement

West Bengal Chief Minister announced that the national song Vande Mataram will be sung in all state schools starting Monday. An official notification will be issued from Nabanna. The development coincides with other announcements, including the nomination of Rathindranath Bose as Assembly Speaker and plans to personally interact with top Higher Secondary scorers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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West Bengal makes Vande Mataram mandatory in school morning assemblies after national anthem

West Bengal makes Vande Mataram mandatory in school morning assemblies after national anthem

West Bengal’s Education Department has ordered that ‘Vande Mataram’ be sung compulsorily in morning assemblies across all schools, effective immediately. The directive requires the song to be performed after the National Anthem, and it replaces the earlier practice of singing Rabindranath Tagore’s ‘Banglar Mati Banglar Jol.’ The move marks a sharp change in how schools open their day.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
HBSE 10 Results 2026 Released Today Check bseh org in and Download DigiLocker Scores

HBSE 10 Results 2026 Released Today Check bseh org in and Download DigiLocker Scores

HBSE Class 10 results for 2026 are released today, ending the wait for lakhs of students. Check your marks on the official site bseh.org.in and follow the steps to access scores via DigiLocker. Passing requires at least 33% in each subject, while pass percentages and topper details are expected to be announced soon.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Karnataka lifts hijab ban allowing students to wear religious symbols with uniforms again

Karnataka lifts hijab ban allowing students to wear religious symbols with uniforms again

Karnataka has reinstated students’ right to wear hijabs in schools and pre-university colleges after an earlier restriction under the BJP government. The new directive allows religious symbols like hijabs and turbans alongside official uniforms, following public demonstrations. The move shifts how religious attire will be handled in campuses, reshaping classroom rules for students across the state.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Karnataka rolls back hijab ban and allows limited religious symbols with strict uniform rules

Karnataka rolls back hijab ban and allows limited religious symbols with strict uniform rules

Karnataka has reversed its 2022 hijab ban, issuing new school guidelines that permit limited religious and traditional symbols such as hijab and the sacred thread. The state says these must not modify or replace the official uniform and should not disrupt discipline, safety norms, or identification of students on campus.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026

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CBSE Class 12 Results 2026 Trigger Outrage as Pass Percentage Falls Fast and Students Clash Online

CBSE Class 12 Results 2026 Trigger Outrage as Pass Percentage Falls Fast and Students Clash Online

CBSE declared Class 12 results for 2026 on Wednesday, but reactions turned sharply negative as students, parents, and some educators flagged a steep drop in overall pass percentage and questioned individual score outcomes. Social media is now buzzing with complaints about the digital evaluation system, with many alleging discrepancies and demanding clarity on how marks were awarded.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
CBSE Class 12 Results Declared National Toppers List Out District Marks Revealed Now

CBSE Class 12 Results Declared National Toppers List Out District Marks Revealed Now

CBSE has declared Class 12 results, and the national toppers list is now set to be published with top performers’ district details and marks. The board’s 2026 exams wrapped up on April 10, after starting on February 17. Students can check their results and the toppers list for performance highlights following the announcement.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
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