Amid the NEET Re-exam row, a major legal showdown has erupted after Telegram challenged the Centre's decision to temporarily restrict access to the platform. The government says the move is necessary to stop fake paper leak claims, exam scams and misinformation targeting students. The NTA claims several Telegram channels were allegedly demanding money from candidates by falsely promising access to question papers. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has criticised the decision, arguing that millions of ordinary users are being punished despite the platform removing hundreds of suspicious channels.  

Russia has introduced the S-71K “Kover,” a new air-launched cruise missile designed for the Sukhoi Su-57, significantly expanding its stand-off strike capability. With a reported range of up to 300 km, the missile allows Russian aircraft to hit targets without entering heavily defended airspace protected by systems like the MIM-104 Patriot. Ukrainian intelligence has released detailed technical data confirming the missile’s operational deployment, including its design, components, and battlefield role.