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SC issues notices to Centre, Haryana on CBI probe for Ryan student’s murder

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Apex court to also examine, suo moto, issue of safety measures for students studying in private schools

The Supreme Court, on Monday, admitted a plea filed by Varun Thakur – father of seven-year-old Pradyuman who was found dead in Gurgaon’s Ryan International School last week – requesting a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation or a special investigation team (SIT) into the murder of his son. The court has issued notices to the Centre, CBI and the Haryana government and sought their replies on Varun’s plea within three weeks.

The apex court has also, of its own accord, decided to examine whether private schools were implementing guidelines for ensuring safety of their students. The court has, however, clarified that it wouyld examine safety measures adopted by all private schools and not just the Gurgaon-branch of Ryan International School.

The apex court’s decision comes in the wake of the mysterious murder of Pradyuman Thakur, a class 2 student at Gurgaon’s Ryan International School, who was found dead – with his throat slit – in the washroom of the school on September 8. Late evening on September 8, the Gurgaon police had arrested Ashok Kumar, a bus conductor at the school and claimed that he confessed to the murder.

Ashok Kumar, bus conductor at Ryan International School, Gurgaon, has been arrested for the murder and has reportedly confessed to the crime

Ashok, who was remanded to three days in police custody on Saturday, reportedly told the cops that he had accosted Pradyuman in the school’s washroom and tried to sexually molest him. However, when Pradyuman resisted the attempt and tried to raise an alarm, Ashok confessed that he took out a knife from his pocket and stabbed the child twice in his neck. As Pradyuman lay on the floor, bleeding profusely from his mortal wounds, Ashok reportedly washed the murder weapon, threw it on the boy’s body and walked away.

However, the child’s parents – Varun and Jyoti Thakur – have alleged that the arrest was a frame-up and have blamed the school management of not ensuring “basic safety and security” of students.

Late on Sunday, the Gurgaon police had arrested two senior officials of the school – Francis Thomas, Regional head, and J Thomas, HR head – on charges under the Juvenile Justice Act. Meanwhile, the school’s CEO, Ryan Pinto and his parents filed an anticipatory bail plea in the Bombay High Court, on Monday.

The Gurgaon police has also suspended station house officer (SHO) of the Sadar police station – the Ryan International School situated on Sohna Road falls under the jurisdiction of this station – for “negligence in maintaining law and order.” The school and its vicinity has been witness to violent protests by angry parents ever since the murder came to light. On Sunday, the police had to resort to lathi-charge on parents and other locals who had gathered outside Ryan International School to protest against the institution’s alleged negligence of safety norms that led to Pradyuman’s murder. The agitated protestors had also set a liquor shop – situated near the school – on fire.

Amid protests over the police and state government’s inaction against the school after the gruesome murder, Haryana education minister Ram Bilas Sharma had assured parents, on Sunday, that strict action will be taken against Ryan International authorities.

“Under section 75 of the JJ Act, action will be taken against the school management. The accused will be presented before the court within a week,” Sharma had told media persons at a briefing on Sunday, while asserting that the state’s Manohar Lal Khattar government was open to a CBI probe in the case.

Grace Pinto, owner of Ryan International School is a national executive member of BJP Mahila Morcha

Grace Pinto, owner of Ryan International School is a national executive member of BJP Mahila Morcha

The school’s promoter, Grace Pinto, is a national executive member of the BJP’s Mahila Morcha and the school’s Vasant Kunj branch in New Delhi had attracted considerable controversy last year when the promoters – Grace and her husband AF Pinto – had reportedly instructed the staff members to ensure that they along with parents of students at the school get at least 10 people each to enroll as members of the BJP. The proximity of the Pinto family to the BJP has led to accusations that the Haryana government was trying to shield the school’s promoters in the case.

Meanwhile, a three-member SIT constituted by the Union human resource development ministry to look into security measures at the school has revealed several lapses. Sources said that the SIT has found that most CCTV cameras in the school were not functional and that despite its high fee, the school had not constructed separate toilet facilities for students and support staff like drivers, conductors, peons, etc. The school, according to the SIT, also did not carry out the mandatory police verification checks while hiring the support staff.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Manipur security operations intensified as protests continue over recent deaths

Security forces have intensified operations across Manipur as protests over recent deaths and fresh violence continue, prompting heightened deployments and search operations in sensitive areas.

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Security forces have stepped up operations across Manipur amid growing protests linked to recent deaths and fresh incidents of violence in the state. Authorities have increased deployments in sensitive locations and launched intensified search operations to maintain law and order as tensions remain high.

The latest security measures come after unrest erupted following the treatment and subsequent transfer of three injured Kuki youths. Protests outside the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal led to clashes, prompting security personnel to use tear gas to disperse crowds and prevent the situation from escalating further.

Officials have been conducting search and area-domination operations in vulnerable districts while maintaining a strong presence around key installations and public spaces. Security agencies are also continuing efforts to recover illegal weapons and prevent armed groups from carrying out fresh attacks. Recent police data indicated that a significant portion of the arms looted during earlier phases of the conflict has already been recovered.

The state has witnessed renewed tensions in recent weeks, with multiple incidents involving armed attacks and community-related violence. Authorities have repeatedly appealed for calm while assuring residents that strict action is being taken against those involved in unlawful activities.

The Centre has also strengthened the security apparatus in the state in recent months through additional deployments, including specialised forces, as part of broader efforts to stabilise the situation and prevent further unrest.

Officials said security operations will continue in vulnerable areas and that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure public safety and prevent any deterioration in the law-and-order situation.

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Delhi weather stays cooler than normal as rain brings relief across NCR

Delhi continued to enjoy relief from intense summer heat as rain and cloudy conditions kept temperatures below normal. IMD has forecast more showers and thunderstorms across the region.

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Residents of Delhi and the National Capital Region continued to experience relief from the usual June heat as rainfall and cloudy conditions kept temperatures below seasonal averages.

According to weather forecasts, the national capital witnessed pleasant conditions with temperatures remaining lower than what is typically recorded during this time of the year. Intermittent rain, thunderstorms and cloud cover have contributed to the cooler weather pattern seen over the past several days.

More rain likely in coming days

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated that rain and thunderstorm activity may continue across Delhi-NCR. Weather experts expect partly cloudy skies during the day, with chances of showers and thunderstorms developing later, helping maintain relatively comfortable temperatures.

The recent spell of rain follows a series of weather disturbances that have affected northwestern India, bringing strong winds, thunderstorms and rainfall to the region. These conditions have significantly reduced daytime temperatures compared to the intense heat experienced earlier this month.

Rainfall offers respite from summer heat

The cooler weather has provided much-needed relief to residents after weeks of high temperatures. In recent days, several parts of Delhi-NCR have recorded temperatures below normal, while rainfall has also helped improve outdoor conditions.

Weather officials have advised people to remain alert during thunderstorm activity, as strong winds and lightning may accompany some of the rain spells.

With forecasts suggesting additional showers over the next few days, Delhi is expected to continue experiencing comparatively mild weather for June.

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UGC NET June 2026 admit card released; candidates can download hall tickets online

The National Testing Agency has released UGC NET June 2026 admit cards. Candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official website before the examination begins on June 22.

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the UGC NET June 2026 examination. Registered candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official UGC NET portal by logging in with their application credentials. The examination is scheduled to be conducted between June 22 and June 30, 2026.

The admit card is a mandatory document for entry to the examination centre and contains important details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, examination date, reporting time and allotted test centre. Candidates have been advised to carefully verify all information mentioned on the document after downloading it.

How to download the UGC NET admit card

Candidates can follow these steps to access their hall tickets:

  1. Visit the official UGC NET website.
  2. Click on the admit card download link.
  3. Enter the application number, date of birth or password, and security details.
  4. Submit the information to log in.
  5. Download and save the admit card.
  6. Take a printout for use on the examination day.

Important instructions for candidates

Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo identity proof to the examination centre. The city intimation slip issued earlier is meant only for advance travel planning and cannot be used as a substitute for the admit card.

Applicants are also advised to check reporting timings, examination guidelines and centre details mentioned on the hall ticket well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

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