The NEET PG 2024 exam will now be held on August 11 in two shifts, announced by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). Originally set for June 23, the exam was postponed due to concerns over irregularities in recent competitive exams. The cut-off date for eligibility remains August 15, 2024. Around two lakh MBBS graduates take the NEET PG each year for approximately 52,000 postgraduate seats. The postponement aims to ensure the exam process is robust and secure. All NEET PG counselling will be conducted online as per new regulations.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) announced that the NEET-PG 2024 exam will now be held on August 11, 2024. The exam will be conducted in two shifts, with eligibility cut-off set for August 15, 2024. The Health Ministry had earlier postponed the exam, originally scheduled for June 23, citing concerns over exam integrity. A meeting on July 2 with officials from the Health Ministry, NBEMS, Tata Consultancy Services, and Cyber Cell discussed the system's robustness for the upcoming online exam. Further details will be available on the NBEMS website.

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, visited Hathras and Aligarh to meet families of the 121 victims of the recent satsang stampede, promising to raise the issue in Parliament. He criticized administrative shortcomings and urged Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to provide generous compensation to affected families. Six satsang organizers were arrested by UP Police, with a reward for the main accused. A judicial commission probes possible conspiracies behind the tragedy. The incident occurred during a congregation led by Bhole Baba, triggering a massive public outcry.

A CCTV footage has surfaced showing the convoy of self-styled preacher Bhole Baba leaving Hathras village following a stampede that claimed 121 lives during a religious gathering. The stampede occurred as devotees rushed towards the Baba's vehicle for blessings, resulting in chaos and fatalities. Uttar Pradesh Police have arrested six volunteers and announced a reward for the main accused. Bhole Baba's involvement is under investigation, although the event was not authorized in his name. The tragic incident has prompted scrutiny of safety measures and organizational oversight during such large gatherings.

Uttar Pradesh police have arrested six individuals, including two women and four men, in connection with the Hathras stampede that resulted in 121 fatalities. The authorities have also announced a reward of ₹1 lakh for information leading to the capture of the primary suspect, Prakash Madhukar. The tragic incident has sparked widespread outrage, and the police are working to investigate and bring those responsible to justice.

In the past 17 days, 12 bridge collapses have occurred in Bihar. The latest incident happened in Saran district, with three bridges collapsing in 24 hours. No casualties were reported. The affected bridges were between 5 to 40 years old. The state government has ordered a survey of old bridges to identify those requiring urgent repairs. The collapses have affected various districts, including Siwan, Chhapra, Madhubani, Araria, East Champaran, and Kishanganj. Investigations are underway to determine the causes of the collapses. The incidents have highlighted the need for improved bridge maintenance in the state.

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, will visit Hathras, where a devastating stampede at a religious congregation resulted in 121 deaths. The incident occurred during a 'satsang' in Sikandara Rao, with over 2.5 lakh attendees, exceeding the 80,000-person limit. Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal expressed condolences and confirmed Gandhi's plans to meet with the affected families. An investigation is underway, and all victims have been identified, with their bodies handed over to their families.

At least 123 people died in a stampede at a religious gathering in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh. Two days later, no arrests have been made. Narayana Sakar Hari, the event's leader, is still missing. His lawyer says he will cooperate with the investigation. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak promises a thorough probe and strict action against those responsible. Autopsies have been completed on 118 bodies, with five remaining unidentified. Twenty people are being treated in hospitals. The investigation report is expected soon. The incident is one of the deadliest stampedes in recent Indian history, and authorities are facing pressure to hold those responsible accountable.

Labour officials in India have launched an investigation into Foxconn's hiring practices after reports emerged that the company was rejecting married women from iPhone assembly jobs. A team of officials visited the Foxconn factory near Chennai on July 1, questioning executives and reviewing company policies. The inquiry comes after Reuters exposed the discriminatory hiring practices. Officials are seeking documents and evidence of compliance with labour laws, including maternity and retirement benefits. Foxconn claims it is not discriminating, but the investigation is ongoing. The findings could have significant implications for the company and its partner, Apple.

The post-mortem reports of the Hathras tragedy, which claimed 121 lives, have revealed that chest injuries and suffocation were the primary causes of death. The reports, conducted by eight doctors at Agra's SN Medical College, found that most victims died due to rib cage rupture, internal bleeding, and accumulation of blood near the chest. Head injuries, shock, and hemorrhage were also listed as contributing factors. The Chief Medical Officer confirmed that the findings are consistent with typical stampede fatalities. The tragedy has raised questions about crowd control and public safety measures.