In today’s digest, News18 brings you latest updates on the NEET-UG row as the CBI makes its first arrests from Bihar in connection with the paper leak case, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi’s meeting with Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav’s Thackeray’s not-so-secret “meeting” with BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, monsoon progress over India, buzz ahead of the India v England semi-final in the T20 World Cup, among other top stories.
NEET-UG Row: CBI Makes First Arrests From Bihar In Connection With Paper Leak Case
The CBI on Thursday made its first arrests in the NEET-UG paper leak case and detained two men from Bihar. The two accused, identified as Manish Prakash and Ashutosh Kumar, were arrested from Patna. Reportedly, Ashutosh is accused of providing premises where NEET aspirants studied the leaked question paper, while Manish allegedly arranged the paper. The two men had been called by the agency for questioning on Thursday and before arresting them. READ MORE
Rainy Weekend Likely For Delhi NCR as Monsoon Approaches National Capital
The IMD on Thursday said heatwave conditions have abated throughout the country and monsoon rains are set to cover almost all of north and northwest India over the next two to three days, with temperatures likely to fall by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius after 24 hours in the region. The latest weather forecast by the weather office confirmed the arrival of monsoon in Punjab. READ MORE
‘Clearly Political’: Rahul Gandhi Meets Speaker Om Birla, Says Emergency Reference Could’ve Been Avoided
Soon after Congress MP Rahul Gandhi became the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, he met Speaker Om Birla on Thursday and voiced his displeasure over the reference to the 1975 Emergency made by the chair. He said it was “clearly political” and could have been avoided. READ MORE
‘Secret Meeting’ Inside Lift? Uddhav-Fadnavis Chance Encounter at Maharashtra Assembly Raises Eyebrows
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday joked about a “secret meeting”, after his accidental encounter with BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis outside an elevator in the Vidhan Sabha generated much speculation. The two leaders were spotted exchanging more than just a few words and even shared the lift. When asked about it later, the former Maharashtra chief minister reportedly said “they will hold all their secret meetings in the lift”. READ MORE
‘Hell-Bent On Insulting Integral Part Of Indian Culture’: SP Leader’s ‘Remove Sengol’ Call Draws BJP Flak
The BJP on Thursday slammed the Samajwadi Party and other opposition leaders who called for the removal of ‘sengol’ from Parliament, rejecting the view that the traditional sceptre symbolises monarchy. The row began after Samajwadi Party MP RK Chaudhary demanded the removal of ‘sengol’ from the Lok Sabha. Derived from the Tamil word semmai meaning righteousness, the sceptre is described in an official document as a significant historical symbol of Independence, signifying the transfer of power from the British to Indians. READ MORE
Kalki 2898 AD Review: Prabhas Impresses As Modern-Day ‘Karan’ But It Is Amitabh Bachchan’s Show
This is the day we all have been waiting for. Nag Ashwin’s much-awaited movie, Kalki 2898 AD is finally here. Starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan in the lead, the film is now in theatres and is definitely worth a watch. Bachchan is one of the biggest reasons one should watch this film. He plays the role of Ashwatthama and proves why he is the superstar of Indian cinema. At 81, he performs all his scenes, even action sequences, with utmost perfection. His fight with Prabhas is a treat for all. Dare not to blink even for a second. READ MORE
‘It’s Revenge Time’: Memes Steal the Show Ahead of IND vs ENG T20 World Cup Semi-finals
In the annals of cricketing history, few moments rival the unforgettable night in Adelaide when Jos Buttler and Alex Hales unleashed their fury upon the Indian bowling attack, propelling England into the 2022 T20 World Cup final and ultimately securing the coveted trophy. Now, nearly two years later, fate weaves a new chapter as these cricketing giants clash once more, this time in the semifinals amidst the lush greens of Guyana. READ MORE
Is That A Rainbow On Mars? Latest Images Show A New Side Of Red Planet
Mars, the fourth planet from the sun, is distinguished by its rusty red hue and features two peculiar moons. The Red Planet is a chilly, desert-like planet in our solar system. Despite its scant atmosphere, the dusty and dead planet is not particularly uninteresting. The European Space Agency (ESA) has revealed images that take viewers by surprise as they present Mars in a completely different light. A “surprising rainbow” has been spotted on the “rusty” Mars by ESA’s space cameras. READ MORE
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