September 25, 2026

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Two youths detained by police in Panaji over alleged support for Umar Khalid

** Two youths were detained by police in Panaji, Goa, for alleged support of jailed activist Umar Khalid, sparking widespread outrage and protests. The detention has been condemned by human rights groups, who claim it is a blatant attempt to intimidate and silence those who are speaking out against the Indian government's policies.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister writes to Modi seeking replacement of NEET with state CETs

** Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking to replace the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) with state-based Common Entrance Tests (CETs) to alleviate student stress and promote equal opportunities in medical admissions.

India ‘cockroach’ activist Sonam Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike after PM’s midnight announcement

Sonam Wangchuk, India's 'cockroach' activist, has ended his 26-day hunger strike after PM Modi's midnight announcement, but protests continue to demand education minister's resignation over the exam paper scandal that has sparked widespread outrage and calls for reform.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister calls for police to upgrade crime-fighting skills.

** Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has called on the police to upgrade their crime-fighting skills to tackle emerging crimes on social media platforms, citing the need for effective cybercrime investigation and prosecution to maintain law and order in the state.

NEET Row Rocks Lok Sabha: Opposition Demands Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation, Centre Calls for Dialogue

** The Opposition has intensified its demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET exam controversy, with the government defending the exam as a necessary step to ensure quality medical education, amid concerns over the exam's validity and fairness.