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Indian envoy slams Pakistan on religious freedom at UN, says no religious minority can live freely in Pakistan

India’s representative also called out Pakistan’s representative Hina Rabbani and said that Pakistan’s delegation has once again opted to misuse the forum to gain mileage on its propaganda against India.

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The India envoy, on Friday at United Nations Human Rights Council, attacked Pakistan while speaking on the topic of religious freedom of minorities. India’s representative at the UN Seema Pujani called out Pakistan by exercising India’s right to reply.

India’s envoy Seema Pujani launched an attack on Pakistan’s representative Hina Rabbani and substantiated the claims of the religious minority not living freely in Pakistan by citing the example of the Ahmadiya community. Indian representative said that the Ahmedia community faces persecution for practicing their faith.

India’s representative also called out Pakistan’s representative Hina Rabbani and said that Pakistan’s delegation has once again opted to misuse the forum to gain mileage on its propaganda against India.

As per the reports, the Indian envoy also came around to rake up the issue of enforced disappearances in Pakistan as the Indian envoy said that in the last 10 years, Pakistan’s own commission of inquiry on enforced disappearances has received over 8400 complaints.

Seema Pujani also said that the Baloch people are at the forefront of who faces the policy. She further added and said that students, doctors, engineers, teachers, and community leaders are targeted and disappeared by the state.

India’s delegate also added that the treatment of the Christian community in Pakistan is also at its plight and also said that communities are usually subjected to draconian blasphemy laws. Pujani also highlighted sanitation jobs for Christians in the state institutions.

The Indian delegate also alarmed the UN about the plight of minor girls who belonged to the minority community. India’s envoy said that underage girls belonging to the minority community are forced to convert to Islam with aid of the state and judiciary. She also added and said that the places of worship of Hindu and Sikh communities, as well as the minor girls belonging to the two particular communities, are also converted.

The Indian delegate also said that the Pakistan state has tabled a bill in the Parliament that proposes a five-year jail term for anyone who scandalizes or ridicules the military or the judiciary of the state. The Indian diplomat also raised concerns over the crackdown by the Pakistani government on the people who are trying to raise their voices against the atrocities.

Indian diplomat Seema Pujani also attacked Pakistan for supporting terrorism and said that Pakistan’s security agency works hand in glove with the terrorist and have sheltered Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar for decades.

India’s diplomat also came around to rake up the Osama bin Laden issue where Laden was living next to Pakistan’s premier military academy. Pujani also said that Pakistan’s policies are directly responsible for the death of people around the world.

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NEET UG 2026 scam allegation: Brokers accused of offering government medical seats through OMR sheet manipulation

A fresh complaint has alleged that brokers promised government medical college admissions by manipulating NEET UG 2026 OMR sheets in exchange for large payments.

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The controversy surrounding NEET UG 2026 has taken a new turn after allegations surfaced that a group of brokers was offering admission to government medical colleges by manipulating candidates’ OMR answer sheets for a hefty payment. The claims come at a time when the medical entrance examination is already under intense scrutiny following the paper leak row and the subsequent decision to conduct a re-examination.

According to reports, a candidate from Gujarat approached authorities after allegedly being contacted by intermediaries who claimed they could secure enough marks for admission to a government medical college by tampering with OMR sheets. The alleged demand was around Rs. 20 lakh per candidate.

Alleged racket avoided promises of top ranks

The complainant claimed that the brokers did not offer unrealistically high scores or top ranks. Instead, they allegedly promised to increase marks only to the extent required for securing admission to a government medical college, a strategy reportedly designed to avoid raising suspicion during scrutiny.

The matter has reportedly been brought to the attention of the Gujarat Cyber Crime Cell through a written complaint, prompting calls for a detailed investigation into the claims.

OMR manipulation concerns have surfaced before

The allegations have renewed concerns about the security of OMR-based examinations. In recent years, courts and investigating agencies have examined multiple cases involving alleged OMR manipulation linked to medical entrance examinations. The Gujarat High Court recently observed that allegations in a NEET-UG 2024 OMR manipulation case warranted a full trial after investigators claimed students’ answer sheets were altered to inflate scores.

Authorities have also previously received complaints from candidates alleging discrepancies in uploaded OMR sheets, though such claims have been disputed by examination authorities in several instances.

NEET UG 2026 already facing scrutiny

The latest allegations come against the backdrop of the wider NEET UG 2026 controversy. The examination conducted on May 3 was cancelled following allegations of a paper leak, and a fresh examination has been scheduled for June 21. Multiple investigations are underway, while courts and parliamentary bodies are also examining issues related to the conduct of the exam.

Authorities have not publicly confirmed the OMR manipulation allegations, and investigations are expected to determine whether any such network was actually capable of influencing examination outcomes.

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Centre prepares fresh delimitation push, may bring new bill before 2029 Lok Sabha elections

The Centre has initiated consultations with regional parties as it explores a fresh delimitation bill and constituency redraw ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.

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Delimitation Bill

The Centre has begun efforts to build political consensus for a renewed delimitation exercise, with the possibility of introducing a fresh bill and completing the process before the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, according to government sources. The move could lead to the first major redrawing of parliamentary constituencies in decades and revive a debate that has remained politically sensitive across several states.

Sources indicated that the government has started discussions with a range of political stakeholders, including regional parties, before taking any legislative steps. Among those reportedly consulted are the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and the All India Trinamool Congress, while talks are said to be continuing with other regional formations as well.

Why delimitation is significant

Delimitation refers to the process of redrawing the boundaries of parliamentary and assembly constituencies to reflect changes in population. The current allocation of Lok Sabha seats among states is based on population figures from the 1971 Census, as seat redistribution has remained frozen for decades.

The issue has become increasingly contentious because several southern states have expressed concerns that population-based redistribution could reduce their relative influence in Parliament despite their success in controlling population growth. The Centre has acknowledged these concerns while continuing discussions on possible approaches.

Political debate likely to intensify

The subject of delimitation has already triggered sharp political debate this year. Earlier proposals linked to delimitation and women’s reservation faced opposition from several parties, particularly over questions surrounding representation and the use of census data.

Government representatives have maintained that any future delimitation exercise would not reduce the representation of southern states and have argued that an increase in the overall number of Lok Sabha seats could preserve the existing balance among states while expanding representation.

For now, consultations are continuing, and no final decision on the proposed legislation has been announced. However, the Centre’s latest outreach indicates that delimitation is likely to remain a key political and constitutional issue in the run-up to the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.

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Southwest monsoon reaches Kerala, marking start of India’s rainy season

The IMD has confirmed the onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala, officially marking the start of India’s four-month rainy season and paving the way for further advance across southern India.

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday confirmed the onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala, officially marking the beginning of the country’s annual four-month rainy season.

The monsoon arrived on June 4, around three days later than its normal onset date of June 1. Weather officials said the seasonal rains have covered Kerala and extended into parts of Tamil Nadu, bringing widespread rainfall to several areas.

According to the IMD, conditions remain favourable for the monsoon to advance further into additional parts of southern India over the next few days. The progression of the monsoon is closely watched as it plays a critical role in supporting agriculture, replenishing reservoirs and meeting the country’s water requirements.

Heavy rainfall forecast for Kerala

Several districts in Kerala are expected to receive heavy rainfall as the monsoon strengthens over the region. Weather authorities have issued alerts in parts of the state and advised residents to remain cautious in areas vulnerable to waterlogging and localised flooding.

The arrival of the southwest monsoon is considered one of the most important weather events in India, as it delivers nearly 70 per cent of the country’s annual rainfall. A large section of the agricultural sector depends on timely and adequate monsoon rains for crop cultivation.

Monsoon advance to be monitored closely

While the monsoon has made its official entry into the country through Kerala, meteorologists will continue monitoring its pace and distribution across different regions in the coming weeks.

The IMD has indicated that the monsoon is expected to advance gradually across the Indian mainland, bringing rainfall to more states as the season progresses.

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