Medical aspirants demonstrated remarkable resilience after the NEET-UG exam cancellation. Many students faced renewed preparation challenges and anxieties. Top performers like Aryan Gupta and Panshul Bansal achieved exceptional scores. Their success highlights dedication and effective coping mechanisms during adversity. The merit list reflects perseverance and determination among these young individuals.

NEET-UG 2026 attendance revealed regional disparities across India. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka experienced significant candidate absenteeism this year. Rajasthan, however, saw increased registrations and a strong qualification rate. Other northern states like Uttar Pradesh also reported lower absentee numbers. This shift highlights evolving patterns in medical entrance examination participation.

Defers adoption of report on Contentious bill to oust PM, CMs

Visa and consular services are severely impacted in four Indian missions abroad. The Delhi High Court had quashed the selection of private service providers for these crucial functions. The Centre informed the Supreme Court that these services are now at a standstill. This cancellation has forced missions to divert staff to meet emergency needs. The Supreme Court agreed to hear the Centre's appeal on Monday.

NEET-UG's qualifying cutoff reached a record high of 213 marks this year. Fewer candidates cleared the exam, while attendance also saw a substantial decline. The success rate among those who appeared remained nearly unchanged at 56.1 percent. Reserved category qualifiers for EWS and OBC exceeded sixty percent of their appeared cohort. Unreserved qualifiers now constitute less than fifty percent of the total qualified candidates.

The Iranian armed forces unit specified that the vessels were «supported by the US military»

Principal Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly stated that there were «no changes in the schedule»

According to local authorities cited by Tasnim, the strikes hit Hormozgan Province

Don Beyer of Virginia said the measure is a «backdoor attempt to greenlight tariffs of up to 100 percent on our major trading partners»

Iran's armed forces unit reported attacks on ammunition depots in Kuwait and fuel storage tanks in Jordan

When Boris decided he wanted to see the conflict up close, he asked the Mail's Richard Pendlebury to take him on what became a surreal and nerve-jangling trip fraught with danger.

Tehran has warned that the Strait of Hormuz remains “extremely unsafe and completely closed” amid ongoing US aggression Read Full Article at RT.com

President Donald Trump has threatened to impose additional tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke that has blanketed much of the US northeast Read Full Article at RT.com

Nui Teikiteepupuni a été emporté par la mer jeudi 16 juillet. Son corps a été retrouvé ce vendredi matin. La Marquisienne a profondément marqué le Fenua. De ses proches, à ses collègues, en passant par les autorités du Pays : des centaines de messages lui sont adressées depuis ce matin.

What could have been a 16-minute car ride turned into a spontaneous 2.5-hour trek to Changi Airport for a group of three young women.The trio's journey was documented on TikTok by user Angie, and was posted on Thursday (July 16).Captioned «peak unemployment activity», the video has garnered over 180,000 views in one day.According to a Google Maps screenshot shared in the video, the three's journey from Tanah Merah would take two hours and seven minutes.They set off at 2.42am, hoping to make it in time for their 7am flight - with luggages and handbags in tow. The video includes clips of the trio strolling down empty streets which are void of people and vehicles. The women also appear to walk through a dark underpass, using their phones as a source of light.They eventually made it to Changi Airport at 5.04am, in time for their flight.Their journey lasted two-and-a-half hours, and a total of 9.37km.

Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters has called out Western governments for banning RT and revving up for a military conflict with Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com

The White House did not respond to questions about what legal mechanism he would use to impose the tariffs or how the administration would calculate the rate of the levies.

Political momentum builds for the government's Constitution amendment bill. DMK and NCP (SP) signals suggest support for the upcoming legislation. This comes after recent political realignments and party splits. The government plans to incorporate changes to assure fence-sitters. The bill aims to increase Lok Sabha seats and implement women's reservation.

National Medical Commission regulations have changed regarding medical college establishment. Previously, only Section 8 companies could set up medical colleges. Now, all companies incorporated under the Companies Act can establish medical institutions. This shift follows earlier amendments allowing private companies to enter medical education. The government aims to increase transparency and revenue through this policy.

SC to take up high cost of lifesaver meds

The Supreme Court has mandated states to construct washrooms for women lawyers. This directive addresses a significant human rights and health issue for advocates. States are given a six-week deadline to complete the construction of these facilities. The court rejected pleas of fund paucity, suggesting alternative revenue sources. This action aims to ensure women lawyers can practice with dignity and health.

Family members say Jay and Deb MacDonald are the two people killed by a bear at a lake north of La Ronge on Wednesday.

Transport Canada said its investigating to determine if CN failed to comply with rules under the Railway Safety Act, or if health and safety violations occurred. The union representing rail workers has also criticized the rail company for the incident, saying it never should have happened.