mock drills

Dhanbad Police conducted a mock drill at the Police Centre to bolster security for the upcoming Bakrid festival. Personnel were trained in crowd management and emergency response to ensure peaceful celebrations. Senior officials reviewed the exercise, emphasizing readiness to handle law-and-order situations and maintain communal harmony.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has informed the Supreme Court about significant overhauls to its examination and security framework following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. New measures include mandatory CCTV checks, forensic analysis of footage, and contingency planning. The NTA is also considering a shift to Computer-Based Tests for future exams.

240 Personnel to Get Advanced Multi-Agency Training

The National Testing Agency is implementing significant security and structural changes for the NEET UG 2026 re-exam. These reforms follow the paper leak that led to the cancellation of the earlier test. Stricter safeguards, including advanced CCTV monitoring and biometric verification, will be in place. New committees and senior posts have been created to enhance examination management and security.

Uttar Pradesh is prioritizing "zero loss of life" in water disasters through a tech-driven, multi-agency approach. Focusing on prevention, preparedness, and rapid response, the state has bolstered its disaster management capabilities with trained personnel and modern equipment. A key initiative includes enhancing ghat safety to prevent drowning deaths during public events.

Rahul Gandhi sharply criticized Prime Minister Modi over the NEET UG paper leak, accusing him of personally supervising the exam's integrity. This follows the Centre's assurance to the Supreme Court about the upcoming re-examination. The apex court expressed concern for students, while the NTA detailed extensive security reforms and new safeguards implemented to prevent future irregularities.