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ED Raids Azam Khan-Linked Jauhar University in UP and Delhi.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at around 10 places associated with jailed Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan, his trust, and Mohammad Ali Jauhar University.
Sprouts News Network|20 August 2026Amravati Hostel Scare: 600 Students Leave After ‘Possession’ Rumours.
Sprouts News Network|17 August 2026
ED Targets Paper Leak Networks in Rajasthan, Bihar and Three More States.
Sprouts News Network|11 August 2026
MP PG Doctors Bond Dispute Puts Original Certificates Under Review.
Sprouts News Network|9 August 2026
NTA Launches ₹7.5 Crore Security Overhaul After NEET 2026 Paper Leak.
Sprouts News Network|4 August 2026
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Unmesh Gujarathi|6 June 2026
Maharashtra Higher Education Department Faces Corruption Allegations.
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NEET UG 2026 leak investigation widens as CBI examines RCC Institute.
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Unmesh Gujarathi|18 May 2026
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Unmesh Gujarathi|13 May 2026
Shahapur Scholarship Scam: Chargesheet Filed Against Venkatesh Gupta, Lavendra Bothra.
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Unmesh Gujarathi|11 May 2026
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Unmesh Gujarathi|29 April 2026
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Unmesh Gujarathi|29 April 2026