Globe at a glance: From Neet cancellation to Trump's China visit
Your window to world news: The Neet paper leak row, Trump’s China visit, and tremors in Tehran — here’s a quick roundup of the global stories shaping today
Neet mess: The National Testing Agency has cancelled Neet-UG 2026 after central agencies confirmed a question paper leak days before the exam. Over 2.27 million students are affected. A re-exam will be held soon, with the case handed to the CBI following widespread protests and admissions of institutional failure by officials.
Trump's China visit: US President Donald Trump has departed for China on Air Force One. His visit would be the first by a US president in nearly a decade. He will meet Xi Jinping for high-stakes talks focused on trade, with Taiwan and Iran also expected to be key points of tension in discussions.
More from WorldTehran earthquake: A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck near Tehran in Iran. The tremor was felt in parts of the capital and surrounding areas. Authorities said there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage as emergency teams continue monitoring the situation.
Epstein survivors testify: Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking ring delivered harrowing, emotional testimony during a House field hearing in Palm Beach. They detailed systemic failures by the FBI and justice system that allowed the abuse to persist for decades.
Trump eyes Venezuela: President Donald Trump has suggested he is “seriously considering” making Venezuela the 51st US state, sharing a map on Truth Social showing the country with an American flag overlay.
Kash Patel under scrutiny: FBI director Kash Patel has denied under oath allegations of excessive drinking and unexplained absences, calling them baseless during a heated congressional hearing. Democrats cited reports of serious misconduct, while Patel dismissed the claims, countering with accusations against lawmakers and filing a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic, a US-based news magazine.
AI battle of the billionaires: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took the stand in Oakland to counter Elon Musk’s $150 billion lawsuit. Altman rejected claims he "stole a charity," testifying that Musk actually sought "total control" before exiting. In a tense cross-examination, Altman defended his trustworthiness as Musk’s team alleged a for-profit "bait-and-switch."
Jason Collins dies: National Basketball Association's (NBA) first openly gay player who later became a strong advocate for inclusion and served as a league ambassador, has died at 47 after an eight-month battle with an aggressive brain tumour, his family confirmed.
Cannes 2026: Indian actress Alia Bhatt stunned at the Cannes opening in a peach Tamara Ralph couture gown and 168 carats of pink coral. Representing L’Oréal Paris, the official makeup partner at the festival, she championed "gender-agnostic" cinema.
The big number: The Indian government has doubled the import duty on gold, silver, and platinum to 10 per cent. The move follows a "forex warning" from Indian PM Modi, aimed at stabilising the economy as global crude oil prices surge due to the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Quote of the day: "If a country commits crimes against children, it means it is capable of any crime. This is not a regional problem; it requires a global response."
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine
This day in history: On this day in 1981, in St Peter’s Square, Mehmet Ali Ağca shot and seriously wounded Pope John Paul II. The Pope survived the attack and, in a remarkable gesture years later, visited Ağca in prison to offer him forgiveness.
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