Maharashtra connection unveiled in NEET paper leak case, two teachers detained
Mumbai: In another development following the NEET paper leak scandal that rocked Bihar and Gujarat, Maharashtra has now come under scrutiny. Two teachers, Sanjay Tukaram Jadhav and Jalil Umarkhan Pathan, were detained by the Nanded Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) on suspicion of involvement in the notorious paper leak.
Both educators, known for their roles in Zilla Parishad schools and private coaching centers in Latur, were questioned extensively before being released, pending further investigation.
The widespread malpractice surrounding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) has resulted in nationwide investigations.
Last night, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) took charge of the NEET probe. Allegations of leaked papers surfacing after the NEET UG exam on May 5 have led to widespread protests and legal challenges, culminating in a high-stakes retest today for over 1,500 aspirants across seven examination centers.
Amidst escalating concerns, the government has initiated stringent measures, including the replacement of testing agency leadership and the enactment of new legislation aimed at curtailing future leaks and exam irregularities.
NEET PG, scheduled for today, has been abruptly canceled by the Ministry of Health, with reassurance that a rescheduled date will be immediately announced. Similarly, UGC-NET, conducted recently, was canceled following allegations of paper leakage and unauthorized distribution via the dark web.
Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.
Three footballers of Indian origin named in squads for FIFA World Cup 2026
New Delhi: Three footballers of Indian origin have been named in preliminary or final squads for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held across the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19.
According to a report published by Mathrubhumi, Sarpreet Singh was included in the New Zealand national football team squad which was announced on Wednesday.
Born in Auckland to Indian parents, Singh was eligible to represent India through his family roots but chose to play for New Zealand. The 27-year-old attacking midfielder made his senior international debut in 2018 and has since become a regular member of the national side.
Singh has made 26 appearances for New Zealand and has scored three goals while providing seven assists.
Julen Lopetegui has included two players of Indian origin: Niall Mason and Tahsin Mohammed, in Qatar’s selections for the tournament.
Mason, a defender whose mother is Indian, previously trained in the youth academies of Real Madrid, Southampton FC and Aston Villa FC. Although he received his first senior call-up earlier this year, the Qatar defender is yet to make his senior international debut.
Tahsin Mohammed, 19, was born to parents from Kerala’s Kannur district. His father Jamshid is from Thalassery, while his mother Shaima belongs to Valapattanam. The winger became the first player of Indian origin to feature in the Qatar Stars League, Qatar’s premier domestic football competition.
Mohammed has made two appearances for the senior Qatar side, including in a World Cup qualifier against Afghanistan in June 2024.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be jointly hosted by United States, Mexico and Canada.
