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National 5/27/2026

MBBS Students May Get More Time To Complete Degree As NMC Proposes Extending Deadline From 9 To 10 Years; Seeks Public Feedback

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has proposed a significant overhaul of its academic deadlines, extending the maximum duration for completing an MBBS degree, including internship, from nine to ten years. This move, initiated by the Undergraduate Medical Education Board (UGMEB) and currently open for public feedback, aims to alleviate intense academic pressure and provide critical flexibility for students navigating India's rigorous medical education system. It signals a pragmatic shift from the earlier Graduate Medical Education Regulations (GMER) 2023.

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MBBS Students May Get More Time To Complete Degree As NMC Proposes Extending Deadline From 9 To 10 Years; Seeks Public Feedback
National 5/27/2026

CBI arrests Latur paediatrician, physics tutor in NEET 2026 paper leak case

India's Central Bureau of Investigation has escalated its probe into the NEET UG 2026 paper leak, apprehending a Latur-based paediatrician, Dr. Shaikh Wahidullah, and physics tutor Laxmikant Singh, associated with Target Coaching Classes. These arrests, coming swiftly after initial reports, suggest a sophisticated, well-networked operation rather than isolated acts, sending shockwaves through the country's highly competitive medical entrance ecosystem.

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CBI arrests Latur paediatrician, physics tutor in NEET 2026 paper leak case
National 5/27/2026

Cash handling companies seek more for ATM refills

Indian cash logistics firms are demanding an immediate, substantial hike in service fees from the nation's banks, warning that current operating costs are rapidly rendering ATM replenishment financially unviable. This ultimatum, delivered amid escalating fuel prices and heightened security mandates from the Reserve Bank of India, threatens the reliability of India's vast ATM network, particularly in underserved regions. The companies assert that current contractual rates, often locked in for years, no longer cover the sharp inflationary pressures and stringent regulatory compliance now required.

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Cash handling companies seek more for ATM refills
National 5/27/2026

Once a Resolution Plan has been approved by the Adjudicating Authority as per the provisions of the IBC, any claim that was not part of such Resolution Plan, would stand extinguished and cannot be enforced at a later stage – Garg Inox Ltd. and Anr. Vs. Union of India and Ors. – Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has delivered a landmark ruling in the case of Garg Inox Ltd. and Anr. Vs. Union of India and Ors., unequivocally stating that claims not explicitly part of an approved Resolution Plan under India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) are permanently extinguished. This decision brings critical finality to the insolvency resolution process, reinforcing the "clean slate" principle for acquiring distressed assets.

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Once a Resolution Plan has been approved by the Adjudicating Authority as per the provisions of the IBC, any claim that was not part of such Resolution Plan, would stand extinguished and cannot be enforced at a later stage – Garg Inox Ltd. and Anr. Vs. Union of India and Ors. – Delhi High Court
National 5/27/2026

IMFA buys 26% stake in renewable energy firm, locks 65 MW green power

Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys (IMFA) has moved aggressively to de-risk its energy supply and green its operations, acquiring a 26% stake in EG Urja Strot. This strategic maneuver secures a long-term captive supply of 65 megawatts (MW) of hybrid renewable power, marking a critical step in the ferro alloys producer's journey towards energy security and reduced carbon footprint.

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IMFA buys 26% stake in renewable energy firm, locks 65 MW green power
National 5/27/2026

Raj, GSI join hands to accelerate rare earth exploration in Barmer

The Rajasthan state government (Raj) and the Geological Survey of India (GSI) have formalized an accelerated joint initiative to expand rare earth element (REE) exploration in the Barmer district. This collaboration marks a critical pivot in India's drive to secure domestic supplies of strategic minerals essential for its burgeoning high-tech manufacturing and defense sectors. The intensified effort aims to fast-track detailed surveys and resource mapping, capitalising on previously identified geological potential.

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Raj, GSI join hands to accelerate rare earth exploration in Barmer
National 5/27/2026

Home Minister Amit Shah Urges Border Security Force To Adopt New Strategies Against Evolving Drone Threats

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's direct challenge to the Border Security Force (BSF) at Sanchu Post yesterday marks a critical pivot in India's border defense posture, demanding immediate and innovative strategies against increasingly sophisticated drone threats. His directive, issued from the India-Pakistan border in Bikaner, underscores New Delhi's urgency in tackling a rapidly evolving frontier security challenge that has seen a concerning uptick in incursions.

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Home Minister Amit Shah Urges Border Security Force To Adopt New Strategies Against Evolving Drone Threats
National 5/27/2026

Wildfires Rage On In J&K’s Udhampur, Rajouri; Villagers Join Multi-Agency Efforts To Control Blaze

Massive wildfires continue to rage across Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur and Rajouri districts, forcing an escalated response from multiple state and central agencies, alongside crucial participation from local villagers. Fueled by persistent high temperatures and strong winds characteristic of late spring, these blazes have already consumed vast tracts of forest, presenting an urgent ecological and public safety crisis for the region. The sustained intensity of these fires, despite concerted efforts, underscores the challenging conditions faced by ground teams.

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Wildfires Rage On In J&K’s Udhampur, Rajouri; Villagers Join Multi-Agency Efforts To Control Blaze
National 5/27/2026

A Cross-Sectional Observational Study of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Assessed by Fibrosis Index in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Presenting to a Tertiary Care Centre in Southwestern Maharashtra - Cureus

A recent cross-sectional study out of Southwestern Maharashtra has revealed an alarmingly high prevalence of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) with advanced fibrosis among patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). The findings, published in Cureus, underscore a rapidly escalating public health crisis in India, demanding immediate attention to integrated screening and management strategies to avert widespread liver complications.

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A Cross-Sectional Observational Study of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Assessed by Fibrosis Index in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Presenting to a Tertiary Care Centre in Southwestern Maharashtra - Cureus
National 5/26/2026

Deadly Babesia Epidemic Claims Lives Of 8 Asiatic Lions in Gir Forest

An urgent crisis grips India's Gir Forest National Park as a deadly Babesia epidemic has claimed the lives of eight critically endangered Asiatic Lions in just the past few weeks. This parasitic, tick-borne infection is spreading rapidly, forcing the Gujarat Forest Department into high-alert mode with veterinary teams scrambling to contain the outbreak and prevent further losses to the world's last wild population of this iconic big cat.

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Deadly Babesia Epidemic Claims Lives Of 8 Asiatic Lions in Gir Forest
National 5/26/2026

PFI in Kerala disbands itself?

In a strategic move defying full cessation, the Popular Front of India's (PFI) Kerala unit has reportedly announced its dissolution in late May 2026, ostensibly complying with the central government's nationwide ban under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). This highly anticipated declaration, delivered via a brief press release, comes amidst an intensified crackdown by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and signals a complex tactical pivot by the proscribed organization.

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PFI in Kerala disbands itself?
National 5/26/2026

Over 5,300 High-Risk Deliveries Treated Cashlessly Under Punjab's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana

Punjab's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) has marked a significant milestone, successfully facilitating cashless care for over 5,300 high-risk deliveries and extending support to 2,000 newborns under its ambit. This achievement, involving an expenditure exceeding Rs 7 crore, underscores the state's escalating commitment to critical maternal and child health outcomes and demonstrates the growing operational reach of its flagship health insurance scheme.

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Over 5,300 High-Risk Deliveries Treated Cashlessly Under Punjab's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana
National 5/26/2026

Nomura Asset, Capital Group, others buy 5.3% stake in Premier Energies for Rs 2,291 cr

Global financial titans Nomura Asset Management and Capital Group, alongside prominent Indian mutual funds, have poured Rs 2,291 crore into Premier Energies, acquiring a 5.3% stake via a promoter stake sale. This substantial equity infusion, valuing the Hyderabad-based solar manufacturer at roughly $5.2 billion, underscores escalating institutional confidence in India's burgeoning renewable energy ecosystem amidst ambitious domestic capacity expansion.

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Nomura Asset, Capital Group, others buy 5.3% stake in Premier Energies for Rs 2,291 cr
National 5/26/2026

MobiKwik Shares Jump 8% After RBI Nod, Fintech Firm Gets Offline Payment Aggregator Licence

MobiKwik shares surged nearly 8% today following the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) in-principle approval for the company to operate as an Offline Payment Aggregator (PA). This critical regulatory nod is set to unleash MobiKwik's aggressive expansion into India's vast physical merchant segment, directly intensifying competition within the rapidly evolving digital payments ecosystem.

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MobiKwik Shares Jump 8% After RBI Nod, Fintech Firm Gets Offline Payment Aggregator Licence
National 5/26/2026

Delhi: CNG price hiked for fourth time in two weeks, reaches Rs 83.09 per kg

Delhi commuters are facing a fresh blow as Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices soared for the fourth time in two weeks, hitting Rs 83.09 per kilogram. This latest hike by Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) brings the cumulative increase to a steep Rs 5 per kg since May 15, intensifying the squeeze on household budgets and commercial transport operators across the National Capital Region.

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Delhi: CNG price hiked for fourth time in two weeks, reaches Rs 83.09 per kg
National 5/26/2026

'Chenab Water To Benefit India Now': Himachal-Based Expert's Idea Gets Shape As Centre Clears Key Infra Projects

The Union government has greenlit the ambitious Rs 2300 crore Chenab-Beas Link Tunnel Project, bringing a decade-old proposal by Himachal-based expert Praveen Sharma to fruition. This strategic move is poised to significantly bolster India's water security and agricultural potential, diverting surplus Chenab river water into the Beas basin for enhanced irrigation and power generation across northern states.

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'Chenab Water To Benefit India Now': Himachal-Based Expert's Idea Gets Shape As Centre Clears Key Infra Projects
National 5/26/2026

NMC Extends Internship Permission in Non-Teaching Hospitals Till 2028, Relief for FMGs

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has delivered a critical lifeline to thousands of Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) and capacity-strained states, extending permission for crucial Compulsory Rotating Medical Internship (CRMI) placements in recognized non-teaching hospitals until May 2028. This move, announced via a public notice on May 24, 2026, immediately addresses the mounting pressure from FMGs facing prolonged career delays and states grappling with acute internship seat shortages, particularly exacerbated by the return of students from conflict zones.

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NMC Extends Internship Permission in Non-Teaching Hospitals Till 2028, Relief for FMGs
National 5/26/2026

Delhi records warmest May night in 14 years

Delhi just sweltered through its warmest May night in 14 years, with temperatures failing to drop below 32.8°C at the Safdarjung Observatory, exacerbating an already brutal heatwave. This unprecedented nocturnal heat on May 25, 2026, created a double crisis for residents as thick dust from western Rajasthan simultaneously choked the city's air, pushing the Air Quality Index into the "severe" category. The dual threat underscores growing climate vulnerability in the Indian capital.

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Delhi records warmest May night in 14 years
National 5/26/2026

Heatwave alert: Delhi CM says govt ensuring relief reaches the needy

Delhi is grappling with an unrelenting heatwave, pushing temperatures past 48 degrees Celsius in some localities and triggering a "red alert" from the India Meteorological Department. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has activated an extensive government response, deploying Mobile Heat Relief Units and Cooling Zones across all 13 districts, aiming to protect the capital's most vulnerable populations from the severe conditions.

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Heatwave alert: Delhi CM says govt ensuring relief reaches the needy
National 5/26/2026

No Ebola case reported in India so far, says Health Minister JP Nadda; reviews preparedness

India's Union Health Minister JP Nadda has moved decisively, confirming no Ebola cases within the nation but mandating a significant uplift in surveillance and emergency preparedness across all major entry points. This urgent action comes as a virulent resurgence of Ebola Virus Disease, particularly the Zaire ebolavirus strain, grips Central Africa, sparking global health alerts and prompting India to fortify its defenses against potential importation.

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No Ebola case reported in India so far, says Health Minister JP Nadda; reviews preparedness
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