cyber security

National Testing Agency (NTA) swiftly addressed a security flaw in its NEETUG portal, identified by a 16-year-old cybersecurity researcher. The vulnerability, which could have exposed sensitive examination-related data, was promptly fixed. This incident occurred amidst a wave of cyber attacks targeting the CBSE website, raising concerns among students and parents.

NEET UG 2026: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reviewed NEET-UG 2026 re-test preparations at NTA headquarters in Delhi ahead of June 21. As per ANI, he stressed strict confidentiality across all stages, from question paper setting to distribution. He highlighted coordination with departments, states and central agencies, including a Cabinet Secretary-led meeting and a planned review by the Union Home Secretary. He also noted new administrative appointments and cyber security measures involving IB and CBI support for examination integrity.

The CBSE announced that over 1.6 lakh students successfully submitted applications through its verification and re-evaluation portal between June 2 and June 7, 2026, covering more than 3.8 lakh answer books. The process followed concerns over the board’s new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system and was conducted under the supervision of government agencies and IIT experts. CBSE said the portal remained operational despite cyber threats and clarified that the “Roll Number Not Found” message applied only to ineligible candidates.

HARTRON Advanced Skill Centre has started admissions for multiple NSQF-aligned computer and IT courses across Haryana through authorised centres. The programmes cover Artificial Intelligence, cyber security, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Python Programming, Digital Marketing and Web Development. Eligibility ranges from Class 8 pass to graduates, depending on the course. Programme duration varies between 90 and 990 hours. Candidates can apply through the HARTRON Skill Development portal or authorised centres after checking eligibility, fees and seat availability.

Defence Research and Development Organisation's Research Centre Imarat in Hyderabad is offering paid internships. Final-year engineering and science students can apply for a minimum six-month program. The internship focuses on avionics systems for India's defence programs. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend. Applications are open until June 20, 2026.

The National Testing Agency’s (NTA) re-examination portal has come under scrutiny after cybersecurity researchers alleged vulnerabilities that could expose administrative data and provide unauthorized access to portal functions. The claims, shared online, remain independently unverified, and NTA has yet to respond to queries seeking clarification. The allegations emerge amid heightened concerns over the security of examination-related digital platforms following the recent controversy surrounding CBSE’s On-Screen Marking (OSM) system.

India and Singapore's defence chiefs met to boost cooperation, exploring new frontiers in cyber security, AI, and maritime domains. Discussions focused on strengthening strategic ties, industry collaboration, and building capacity to tackle evolving regional security challenges. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to a stable Indo-Pacific.

The Delhi High Court has issued notices to the Centre and CBSE regarding discrepancies in the board's On-Screen Marking system. This follows student allegations of handwriting mismatches in scanned answer sheets, raising concerns about marking irregularities. The court will hear the case on June 12.

CBSE has activated its online portal for students to apply for verification of issues in scanned answer books and for re-evaluation of answers. The facility, available from June 2, 2026, to June 6, 2026, is open only to candidates who have accessed scanned copies of their evaluated answer sheets. Applications must be submitted online with Aadhaar-based login and fee payment. Students can request correction of issues or re-evaluation of selected answers within the prescribed limits.

Rajeev Krishna, the newly appointed DGP of Uttar Pradesh, shared exciting developments in law enforcement during a press conference. He praised the transformative impact of Mission Shakti on women’s safety, alongside a surge in crime prevention efforts bolstered by high-tech solutions like the Yaksh App.