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CUET UG 2026 experienced delays at some centers on Saturday due to a technical glitch reported by TCS, the examination conducting agency. The National Testing Agency confirmed the issue is resolved and compensatory time is being provided to candidates. The afternoon session schedule was revised, with reporting time shifted to 2:30 pm and the exam starting at 4:00 pm.

Rahul Gandhi and opposition leaders have strongly criticized the Centre following widespread technical glitches that delayed the CUET-UG 2026 exam. This incident, following similar issues with NEET, CBSE, and SSC, has fueled accusations of systemic failures in conducting national examinations fairly and efficiently, raising concerns about student futures.

A technical glitch disrupted the CUET (UG) 2026 examination on Saturday, causing delays and prompting the NTA to offer a rescheduled test for over 3,700 candidates who left before the exam resumed. The agency apologized for the disruption and is investigating the root cause with the technical service provider, TCS iON.

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh announced the successful evacuation of 300 tourists stranded in Gulmarg's cable car after a technical glitch halted the Gondola service. A joint operation involving the Indian Army, police, and disaster response teams efficiently rescued everyone. The incident occurred on Monday, suspending both phases of the popular tourist attraction.

The CBSE has extended its Class 12 post-result verification and re-evaluation portal to June 1, 2026, due to technical glitches and evaluation concerns. This delay aims to ensure a smooth and error-free process for students seeking mark verification, photocopies, and re-evaluation services after recent system disruptions. Check important details here.

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee faced an attack during a visit to families affected by post-poll violence in West Bengal. Meanwhile, DK Shivakumar was unanimously chosen as the Karnataka Congress Legislature Party leader. Vinesh Phogat missed a 2026 Asian Games spot after a semifinal loss. CUET-UG faced delays due to technical issues, and Delhi-NCR residents received severe thunderstorm alerts.

3,700 Candidates To Take Retest; Snag Fixed: TCS

IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur professors will now help CBSE fix its post-result services portal. This comes after students and parents reported widespread technical glitches and confusion regarding re-evaluation fees. The move aims to ensure a smooth, reliable, and transparent system for students seeking to review their exam papers.

Students faced significant disruptions during the CUET-UG 2026 examination due to technical glitches and administrative confusion. Many were left waiting for hours at centers, with some exams not starting at all, leading to protests and questions about the NTA's operational preparedness.

CBSE has acknowledged technical glitches affecting its online portal for applying to obtain scanned copies of Class XII evaluated answer books. In an official circular issued on May 20, the board said a team of experts was working to resolve the issue and expected the portal to be restored by 2 PM. CBSE requested patience from students and stakeholders and said students seeking answer sheets for grievance redressal would be prioritised once services resume. The board also assured future access for archival requests.

'CBSE Re-Eval Plaints Will Be Addressed'

Dhanbad's only functional oxygen plant at SNMMCH is now operational after repairs, following a four-day shutdown that led to reliance on cylinders. While two other plants remain non-functional, the hospital superintendent denied any deaths due to oxygen shortage, attributing fatalities to other medical complications. Re-tendering for the non-operational plants will commence soon.

Many Go Back Without Appearing For Test After Waiting For Hours

Students and parents have raised concerns over continued technical glitches on the CBSE portal for obtaining scanned Class XII answer books, even after the deadline extension to May 24. Despite CBSE acknowledging payment errors, including excess and short deductions, and promising refunds, students reported failed transactions, missing receipts and inaccessible answer scripts. With widespread complaints persisting, demand has grown for another extension of the application window as uncertainty continues among applicants unable to complete process.

Union Education Minister Mr Dharmendra Pradhan held discussions with senior officials of SBI, Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank and Indian Bank to overhaul the CBSE payment gateway system following recent technical issues faced by students. The meeting focused on strengthening payment protocols for post-examination services, including re-evaluation and answer sheet photocopies. The banks were asked to introduce faster grievance redressal, real-time monitoring and automatic refund systems to ensure secure and smooth digital transactions for students.

Students and parents faced immense stress post-board exams due to CBSE's re-evaluation and answer sheet access. technical glitches plagued the portal, causing payment failures, missing pages, and unreadable copies. Despite CBSE acknowledging issues and promising refunds, confusion and anxiety persisted, even leading to online trolling for one student.