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In this news report, the Bihar government has officially recommended a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the shocking death of a NEET aspirant in Patna. The decision follows a forensic report that revealed the presence of semen on the victim's undergarments, supporting allegations of sexual harassment and potentially rape and murder. The speaker notes that 'Nitish government recommends CBI probe in the NEET aspirant's death' to ensure a transparent investigation after the local police and Special Investigation Team (SIT) failed to make a breakthrough in three weeks. The victim's family recently met with senior police officials, alleging they were being pressured to treat the case as a simple murder. Both the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister have emphasized that a CBI inquiry is necessary to uncover the truth behind the student's death, which was initially dismissed as a suicide by preliminary police reports.

This news bulletin focuses on the intensifying investigation into the mysterious death of a NEET aspirant in Patna, Bihar. Recent forensic findings have revealed the presence of semen in the victim's undergarment, which supports initial allegations of sexual harassment that were previously ruled out by preliminary police inquiries. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has reportedly submitted its findings to the Bihar Director General of Police (DGP), and a full disclosure of the case is expected soon. The government has assured strict action, noting that 'a CBI investigation will also be sought if required' to ensure justice. The report highlights significant lapses in the early stages of the probe, where harassment was wrongfully dismissed. Police are currently awaiting DNA matching to identify the accused as the SIT continues to visit hospital premises and gather evidence to reach a final conclusion in the case.

A NEET aspirant from Jehanabad was found dead in a Patna hostel. Police initially said it was a case of sleeping pill overdose.

This edition of 5 Live covers a significant legal and political clash as the Supreme Court issues a notice to the West Bengal government regarding alleged obstruction of an Enforcement Directorate (ED) investigation in the I-PAC raid case.

On a Special Report, anchor Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor covers multiple national headlines, leading with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections held after an eight-year gap. The broadcast examines the low 57% voter turnout and a significant controversy involving allegations of marker pen use instead of permanent ink. The program then turns to West Bengal, where the Supreme Court has stayed police FIRs against the Enforcement Directorate (ED), questioning if state agencies can shield against central probes. Another major topic is the Health Ministry's decision to slash NEET PG qualifying cut-offs, with some categories reduced to zero percentile, sparking a debate on medical education standards and methods to fill 18,000 vacant seats. Additionally, the report highlights an 'India Today Impact' where the Punjab government issued show-cause notices to hospitals following an exposé on irregularities in the Ayushman Bharat Yojana scheme.

This special report examines the intense debate surrounding the Health Ministry's decision to drastically lower qualifying cut-offs for NEET-PG 2025-26. The move, aimed at filling 18,000 vacant postgraduate medical seats, has divided the medical community. While the Indian Medical Association (IMA) welcomes the order to address doctor shortages, resident doctor bodies like FORDA and FAIMA have expressed strong disapproval, warning it 'compromises merit and raises serious questions about the credibility of the medical profession.' The program features insights from a NEET aspirant in Kota and medical professionals. Dr. Ivanshi Kaul, a Senior Resident at Safdarjung Hospital, argues that reducing cut-offs to unprecedented lows erodes the value of medical education. Conversely, Dr. Rajiv Jayadevan suggests that clinical competence in specialisations may not be strictly tied to entrance exam percentiles. The discussion highlights concerns over public health safety, the quality of future specialists, and the underlying reasons for vacancies in non-clinical branches and private colleges.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the controversial decision to lower the NEET PG percentile to zero. Dr. Rajiv Jayadevan, a senior medical professional, defends the move, stating, 'First step, for our viewers, I'll say that zero does not mean zero marks, all right?' He argues that MBBS graduates have already proven their competence by passing 19 subjects and that filling vacant postgraduate seats is essential for the healthcare system. Conversely, Dr. Ivanshi Kaul, Senior Resident at Safdarjung Hospital, strongly opposes the dilution of standards. She contends that if a student cannot manage basic cut-off marks after five years of rigorous training, the 'whole education of MBBS is failed.' The discussion also explores why 18,000 seats remain vacant, with Dr. Kaul pointing toward poor infrastructure, lack of faculty, and low stipends in non-clinical branches at private colleges. The programme highlights the tension between ensuring social justice and maintaining merit-based excellence in India's medical specialist training.

In this report, the focus is on the intensifying debate over the Health Ministry's decision to drastically reduce qualifying cutoffs for NEET PG to fill vacant seats. NEET aspirant Ravi Shankar Gupta, speaking from the coaching hub of Kota, expressed strong disapproval of the move, stating, 'the percentage should not be so low so that the public health care and safety should not be selected at a very low percentage.' Gupta argued that while the move might temporarily please some, it poses a long-term threat to the quality of healthcare in India. The discussion highlights the divide between the Indian Medical Association, which welcomes the move to address doctor shortages, and resident doctor bodies like FORDA and SAIUMA, which warn of eroding merit. Gupta also noted that the decision might primarily benefit private medical colleges while failing to address why certain specialisations remain unpopular among MBBS graduates.

This news bulletin covers the Health Ministry's decision to lower the NEET PG 2025 qualifying percentile for reserved categories to zero, a move intended to fill over 18,000 vacant postgraduate medical seats. The program examines the resulting debate over academic standards versus seat-filling in Indian medical education. The bulletin also highlights a public health development where the Delhi Jal Board has started replacing old pipelines in Kunwar Singh Colony after an India Today investigation into toxic water. This is part of a broader effort to replace aging water infrastructure in the city. Further national news includes the political row over a water tragedy in Indore, where contaminated water has reportedly caused multiple deaths. Additionally, the bulletin notes the withdrawal of Danish shuttler Anders Antonsen from the India Open, who cited Delhi's hazardous air quality. On the international front, the program reports on renewed claims by US President Donald Trump regarding Greenland, which he states is a matter of national security to preempt Russian or Chinese influence.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has revised the qualifying percentiles for NEET-PG 2025 admissions, reducing it to zero percentile for reserved categories, and for the general category, it has been reduced to seven percentile from 50.

On this India Today special report, the focus is on the controversial decision to lower the NEET PG percentile and the systemic crisis in Indian medical education. Dr. Sanjeev Bagai, a veteran medical professional, criticises the current examination and admission framework, stating, 'I think this is a complete Mickey Mouse game happening and it's a bizarre circus of total absurdity.' Dr. Bagai highlights the alarming rate of student suicides and dropouts, attributing them to extreme pressure and the 'lopsided' distribution of medical colleges. He argues that the reliance on multiple-choice questions and the prevalence of high capitation fees in private institutions are destroying the 'romance of medicine.' The discussion also features Dr. Dilip Bhanushali, who addresses the issue of 18,000 vacant postgraduate seats and the financial burden on aspiring specialists. The programme explores the urgent need for merit-based reforms to ensure the quality of healthcare in India remains uncompromised amidst evolving global challenges like Artificial Intelligence.

On this India Today special report, the focus is on the Health Ministry's controversial decision to slash the NEET PG 2025 qualifying percentile to record lows. Dr. Sanjeev Bagai, Chairman of Nephron Clinic, describes the move as 'a complete Mickey Mouse game happening and it's a bizarre circus of total absurdity.' The discussion highlights that while the government aims to fill over 18,000 vacant postgraduate medical seats, experts argue this promotes mediocrity and fails to address the root causes, such as exorbitant capitation fees in private colleges and the extreme mental pressure on students. Dr. Dilip Bhanushali, Past National President of the IMA, notes that while the association requested a reasonable reduction, the current 'zero percentile' eligibility is concerning. The programme explores whether prioritizing seat-filling over academic standards compromises the quality of future specialists in India, amidst rising concerns over student suicides and high dropout rates in the medical fraternity.

This report examines the Health Ministry's decision to drastically reduce the NEET PG 2025 qualifying percentile to address over 18,000 vacant medical seats across India. The speaker notes that 'General category candidates who once had to clear the 50th percentile can now qualify at just 7th', while certain reserved category candidates may enter counselling with zero or even negative scores. While the government justifies the move as a way to expand eligibility and fill essential specialist roles without compromising merit-based counselling, the medical community has raised concerns regarding academic standards. Critics argue that prioritizing seat occupancy over high percentiles could promote mediocrity and impact the quality of future specialists. The programme highlights the tension between the urgent need for more specialist doctors in India and the necessity of maintaining rigorous standards for medical professionals who handle life-and-death situations.

An India Today special investigation reveals the easy availability of bomb-making materials, including ammonium nitrate and NPK fertiliser, in Haryana's Nuh, Sonipat, and Faridabad.

An India Today special investigation reveals the easy availability of bomb-making materials, including ammonium nitrate and NPK fertilizer, in Haryana's Nuh, Sonipat, and Faridabad. The report, featuring undercover work, shows these controlled substances are sold without documentation, highlighting a national security issue following the uncovering of a terror module of doctors who procured similar materials from the area. Former Uttar Pradesh DGP Dr. Vikram Singh calls it a "cumulative failure" of regulatory agencies. The bulletin also covers a political controversy in Jammu and Kashmir over merit-based medical college admissions at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence, where 42 of 50 seats were secured by Muslim students. This has drawn reactions from political figures including J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The program concludes by marking the 17th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.

This special report focuses on the controversy surrounding admissions to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence, where 42 of the 50 MBBS seats were secured by Muslim students, leading to protests. The bulletin covers the political escalation, featuring Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's reaction to the protests by Hindu groups and the BJP's stance. Abdullah is quoted warning against hounding Muslim students, stating, 'ban Muslim students and face the consequences.' He further cautioned that such actions could lead to a rerun of an 'Al-Falah-like' radicalisation, referencing a recent terror module investigation linked to Al-Falah University. The report highlights the intensifying and sensitive situation in Jammu as political tensions rise over the merit-based admissions.

This special report covers Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay's resumption of his political campaign in Kanchipuram, two months after the Karur stampede. The actor-turned-politician attacked the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government, accusing it of loot, dynasty politics, and questioning its position on the NEET examination. He also claimed the DMK has forgotten the ideology of its founder, Anna Durai. In response to Vijay's speech, the DMK stated, 'The only ideology of TVK is that Vijay should become the... chief minister of Tamil Nadu'. The report highlights the escalating political rhetoric between the two parties in the state, setting the stage for a fierce battle ahead.

This special report covers the escalating confrontation between the Tamil Nadu government and the Centre, following the state's decision to move the Supreme Court against the President for withholding assent to its anti-NEET bill. The legislation, titled the Tamil Nadu Admission to Undergraduate Medical Degree Courses Bill, 2021, seeks to exempt the state from the national entrance test and instead use normalised Class 12 marks for medical admissions. The report explains the state's argument that NEET as an exam is 'elitist and it excludes students from rural and non-English speaking populations'. The Tamil Nadu government is asking the Supreme Court to declare the President's decision to withhold assent as unconstitutional.

In a major development in the Delhi Red Fort blast investigation, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (UP ATS) has detained Dr. Mohammad Arif, a cardiology student from Jammu and Kashmir, in Kanpur. His detention followed the discovery of his contact with Dr. Shaheen Shahid, a doctor previously arrested in connection with a multi-state terror module. Dr. Arif, a NEET SS 2024 batch student at Kanpur's Cardiology Institute, was taken into custody from his rented accommodation in Ashok Nagar for questioning in Lucknow by multiple agencies. According to reporter Simar Chawla, 'what we are learning from our sources is that based on the chat that has been recovered from Dr. Shaheen's mobile phone, certain people have been on the radar'. This new lead is part of a wider probe into a 'white-collar terror module' believed to be behind the deadly car explosion in Delhi.

In this special report, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav launches a blistering attack on the BJP-led NDA government's performance in Bihar, focusing on law and order, unemployment, and reservation politics. Attacking the BJP's outreach to Extremely Backward Classes (EBCs), Tejashwi Yadav claims, 'BJP wants votes for EBC, but they have their own agenda, their own way of working, they don't want it, they don't want to get rid of their pain, they are people from Govalkar.' He contrasts his 17-month tenure, which he credits with large-scale teacher recruitments via BPSC, with the subsequent NDA rule marred by paper leaks, including in the TRE 3.0 exams. Yadav also highlights the Mahagathbandhan's promise to make Mukesh Sahni a Deputy Chief Minister and questions the BJP's commitment to social justice, referencing his government's move to increase reservations to 75% after the caste-based survey.