Current Affairs 26 May 2026

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  • Centre announces new safeguards and retest framework after NEET-UG paper leak controversy
  • Tamil Nadu assembly developments as AIADMK rebel MLAs’ resignations accepted amid allegations of horse-trading

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Centre announces new safeguards and retest framework after NEET-UG paper leak controversy

The Union government has announced additional safeguards and a clearer framework for retests and cancellations in response to the ongoing NEET-UG paper leak controversy over the last few weeks.[4][3] The measures include stricter protocols for paper-setting, printing, custody, and transport, along with enhanced use of technology and data analytics to detect abnormal score patterns.[4] The Ministry of Education has also indicated that future decisions on cancellation or re-examination will be based on forensic analysis, geographic pattern analysis, and inputs from investigating agencies.[3] The National Testing Agency (NTA) is under scrutiny after multiple states reported irregularities and alleged organised cheating rackets in the exam.[4] Student groups and opposition parties have demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe and structural reforms in major entrance tests.[3] The government has stated that it is open to “systemic reforms” and will strengthen accountability mechanisms within the NTA.[3]

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NEET-UG is conducted in India for admission to which of the following courses?

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Tamil Nadu assembly developments as AIADMK rebel MLAs’ resignations accepted amid allegations of horse-trading

The Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Assembly has accepted the resignations of three rebel AIADMK MLAs, who were earlier seen as closer to former party coordinator O. Panneerselvam.[5] AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) has alleged that these resignations were engineered through “horse-trading” by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), the new party led by actor Vijay.[5] The development alters the numerical strength of the opposition in the assembly and is being viewed as part of a continuing realignment of political forces ahead of future state elections.[5] TVK has denied the allegations, saying the MLAs took their decisions independently.[5] The episode has revived debates on anti-defection safeguards and whether resignation is being used to circumvent the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution.[5] Opposition parties in the state have demanded greater transparency from the Speaker in handling resignations and disqualification petitions.[5]

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The anti-defection provisions applicable to MLAs in Tamil Nadu are contained in which part of the Constitution?

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