India’s T20I setup could be heading towards a significant transition, with reports suggesting that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering a change in leadership ahead of upcoming international assignments. Shreyas Iyer has reportedly emerged as the leading candidate to take over the captaincy, while current skipper Suryakumar Yadav’s position in the squad is under scrutiny.

The reported move comes despite India’s successful T20 World Cup campaign under Suryakumar’s leadership. However, selectors are believed to be evaluating long-term plans and future leadership options as the team begins preparations for upcoming global events.

Shreyas Iyer emerges as leading candidate

According to reports, the selectors have identified Shreyas Iyer as a strong contender to guide India’s T20 side in the next phase. The middle-order batter has impressed with his leadership credentials in domestic and franchise cricket and is viewed as a dependable option for the future.

The proposed change is reportedly aimed at building a leadership group capable of carrying India through the next T20 World Cup cycle and other major tournaments.

Tilak Varma in line for bigger role

Young batter Tilak Varma is also understood to be part of the board’s long-term plans. Reports indicate that he is being considered for a senior leadership position, including the possibility of serving as vice-captain in the shortest format.

The management is believed to be keen on nurturing a younger core that can provide continuity over the coming years.

Uncertainty over Suryakumar Yadav’s place

While no official announcement has been made, reports suggest that Suryakumar Yadav could face a difficult period in the national setup. His recent batting performances have reportedly become a point of discussion among selectors despite his contributions as captain.

The uncertainty has intensified following recent squad-related developments, sparking speculation about his future role in India’s T20 plans.

Official confirmation awaited

As of now, the BCCI has not issued any formal statement regarding a captaincy change or squad decisions. The final call is expected to become clear when India’s squad for upcoming T20 assignments is announced.

Until then, the reports remain part of ongoing speculation surrounding India’s evolving T20 strategy and leadership structure.

Senior Congress leader and Karnataka minister Ramalinga Reddy has resigned from the state cabinet, just days after taking oath in the newly formed government led by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The resignation follows his reported dissatisfaction with the portfolio allotted to him.

According to reports, Reddy was assigned the Major and Medium Irrigation department during the cabinet portfolio distribution announced on Friday. However, the veteran leader was said to be seeking the Bengaluru Development portfolio, which eventually went to Krishna Byre Gowda.

The development comes at a sensitive time for the new Karnataka government, which was sworn in earlier this week after D.K. Shivakumar took charge as Chief Minister. Portfolio allocation had reportedly been delayed amid intense lobbying for several key departments, including those linked to Bengaluru’s administration and infrastructure.

Reddy cites repeated humiliation

In his resignation, Ramalinga Reddy reportedly expressed strong disappointment with the manner in which the portfolio allocation was handled. He is said to have felt sidelined despite his seniority in the party and flagged what he described as a reversal of earlier assurances.

Reports indicated that meetings were held involving Shivakumar, Reddy and other senior leaders as efforts were made to resolve the issue. However, the discussions did not result in a breakthrough, leading to Reddy’s decision to step down from the ministry.

Early challenge for Shivakumar government

Reddy’s resignation marks one of the first major political challenges for the newly formed Congress government in Karnataka. The cabinet formation process had already drawn attention due to competition for influential portfolios and ongoing efforts to balance various factions within the party.

It remains to be seen whether the Congress leadership will attempt to persuade Reddy to reconsider his decision or move ahead with a cabinet reshuffle to address the vacancy.

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.