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State board students dominate CET toppers list

Among the top ten rank holders in all the seven streams, a majority of them are from the state board colleges

Bengal launches statewide survey of madrasas, seeks report by next month

Bengal launches statewide survey of madrasas, seeks report by next month

Tamil Nadu BJP chief says 'no support to new party' as Annamalai makes big move

The statement comes a day after the former BJP president for Tamil Nadu tendered his resignation from the party and formed a new movement

CJP protest: Delhi Police debunks FIR rumours

Delhi Police on Saturday issued a clarification on X, dismissing claims circulating on social media that an FIR had been registered against protesters who participated in the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) demonstration at Jantar Mantar.In its post, Delhi Police stated: "Certain social media posts and news reports are claiming that Delhi Police has registered an FIR against the protesters at Jantar Mantar."The police further clarified: "It is clarified that no such FIR has been registered."Urging people not to spread misinformation, the post added: "Citizens are advised not to believe or circulate unverified information. Please rely only on official updates issued by Delhi Police."The clarification came amid widespread discussion online following the protest organised by the youth-led movement.— DelhiPolice (@DelhiPolice) Delhi Police denies reports of FIR against CJP protestersThe statement was issued after reports and social media posts suggested that legal action had been initiated against individuals who attended the protest at Jantar Mantar.However, Delhi Police made it clear that no FIR had been registered in connection with the demonstration.The department urged citizens to verify information through official channels before sharing it online, highlighting the importance of preventing the spread of false or misleading claims.Six people detained as precaution during Jantar Mantar protestEarlier in the day, Delhi Police confirmed that six individuals had been detained as a preventive measure to avoid any possible confrontation between rival groups near the protest venue.According to officials, police received inputs indicating the possibility of tensions between supporters and opponents of the online movement.The detentions were carried out to maintain law and order and ensure that the protest concluded peacefully.Officials said the individuals were taken into preventive custody after allegedly attempting to create a disturbance near the demonstration site.No major incidents were reported during the gathering.Heavy security deployed across Delhi for CJP demonstrationDelhi Police implemented extensive security arrangements ahead of the protest.More than 1,000 police personnel were deployed across New Delhi district and other sensitive locations in the national capital.Additional security measures were also put in place at Indira Gandhi International Airport and major border entry points.Senior officers closely monitored the situation, while barricades were installed around Jantar Mantar to regulate movement and maintain separation between groups.The security arrangements were aimed at ensuring public safety and preventing any disruption during the event.Hundreds gather at Jantar Mantar for Cockroach Janta Party protestThe protest was led by Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke and attracted hundreds of participants, including students and young professionals.Many attendees wore cockroach masks and carried flowers as symbols associated with the movement.Several school students were also seen attending the gathering along with their parents.Participants raised slogans demanding accountability over alleged irregularities in examinations and recruitment processes.The protest focused on calls for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over concerns related to examination and recruitment systems.Why students joined the CJP protestThe Cockroach Janta Party emerged as a youth-driven online movement following allegations of irregularities in various examinations and recruitment tests.Supporters have raised concerns regarding examinations such as NEET, CUET, CBSE-linked tests and Staff Selection Commission (SSC) recruitment processes.Over the past several weeks, the group has expanded its reach through social media campaigns advocating greater transparency, accountability and reforms in examination systems.The Jantar Mantar gathering marked one of the movement's largest public demonstrations so far.Delhi Police urges public to rely on official informationFollowing the protest, Delhi Police reiterated the importance of relying on verified information from official sources.The department's clarification on X sought to counter rumours about an FIR and prevent misinformation from spreading online.While preventive detentions were carried out to maintain order, police confirmed that no FIR had been registered against protesters participating in the demonstration.Authorities continue to monitor the situation and have urged citizens to exercise caution before sharing unverified claims on social media.Inputs from agencies

37-year-old Brazilian woman acts like 12, gets adopted, then arrested in 'multi-state fraud scheme'

A 37-year-old woman, Amanda Maria Souza de Oliveira, was arrested in Brazil for allegedly posing as a 12-year-old named "Gabriele." She is suspected of at least seven similar scams, using claims of medical conditions and childlike mannerisms to deceive families for up to 14 months. Authorities linked her to cases across multiple states, noting a history of similar offenses.

Bengal govt orders statewide survey of madrasas

Metro extension, GIFT City among govt.’s top priorities for Ernakulam, says Minister

State government will identify the district’s development requirements and expedite key infrastructure projects, says Roji M. John

Kerala High Court honoured with e-governance award

DCMS received the Gold Award in the category “Innovation by Use of AI and Other New Age Technologies for Providing Citizen-centric Services (State and State PSUs)” from among 104 entries

Days after CM moots the idea, every police circle directed to form dedicated anti-rowdy squads

Shivakumar stressed the need to eradicate rowdyism and strengthen law and order in the State at the meeting held on Thursday

Interstate Child Trafficking Racket Busted In Rajasthan; 10 Girls Rescued

Rajasthan police bust interstate human trafficking network, arrest five adults and detain a minor, rescue ten young girls, three brokers still absconding.

Centre approves ₹72.42 crore for Ameenabad harbour in A.P.

The facility aims to facilitate anchoring of 2,500 boats, with the annual handling of 1.10 lakh tonnes

Health Department to deploy AI for newborn health assessments

‘Shishu Maapan’ app will help ASHA workers monitor vital health parameters more efficiently and accurately; pilot project under way before statewide rollout

Heavy rain lashes northern, central Kerala; orange alert for seven districts on June 7

State is likely to witness active monsoon conditions for three more days with heavy to very heavy rains forecast in central and northern districts

MADB members resolve to seek additional grants from the State government

BJP created 'shadow TMC' to weaken Opposition in state: Bengal Congress chief

BJP created 'shadow TMC' to weaken Opposition in state: Bengal Congress chief

NEET-UG 2026: NTA dismisses claims of re-exam paper 'leak' or ‘sale’, warns of action

In a statement on X, the agency said messages claiming a "leak", advance access or "sale" of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination paper were aimed at misleading students and parents

Govt. considering emergency trauma care facilities in all State-run hospitals: Minister Shibu Baby John

New dialysis unit set up at the Neendakara taluk hospital. Facility dedicated to the memory of Alin Sherin, the State’s youngest organ donor

White Paper reopens debate on nuclear power plants in Kerala

The document lists nuclear power as one of the sources that the State should explore in adopting a “long-term strategy” for energy security

TMC turmoil: Minority cell secy quits over Abhishek Banerjee's 'dictatorial attitude'

TMC State Minority Cell Secretary Ajmal Siddiqui resigned, citing the party's disrepute and involvement in scandals. He criticized the leadership, particularly Abhishek Banerjee's "dictatorial attitude" and sycophancy, stating the party does little for the people. Siddiqui expressed a desire for development in Bengal, with no immediate plans to join another party.

6 held as cop bust interstate child trafficking network in Rajasthan; 10 rescued

According to the SP, the gang targeted poor families burdened by debt by allegedly luring them with promises of jobs for their daughters