Morning Digest: U.S.-Iran agree to 60-day ceasefire extension, Trump sign-off awaited; Indian Air Force likely to oversee transport of NEET-UG re-test papers, and more
The U.S. and Iran have reached an agreement on a 60-day ceasefire extension, pending approval from President Trump. In India, the Indian Air Force is likely to handle logistics for the NEET-UG re-test following a question paper leak. Additionally, Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has submitted his resignation, while the CBI has arrested a retired judge in a dowry harassment case.
- ▪U.S. and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a framework for a 60-day ceasefire extension deal, pending President Trump's approval.
- ▪The Indian Air Force is expected to manage logistics for the NEET-UG 2026 re-test after the original exam was canceled due to a question paper leak.
- ▪Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah submitted his resignation, expressing confidence that it will be accepted by the governor.
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U.S.-Iran agree on 60-day ceasefire extension, pending Trump approvalU.S. and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a framework for a 60-day ceasefire extension deal, but it still needs President Donald Trump’s approval, U.S. sources told AFP. The sources confirmed reporting by the Axios news outlet that the two sides had reached an agreement on a memorandum of understanding to prolong the truce and launch negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program.Indian Air Force likely to oversee transport of NEET-UG re-test papersThe government is considering involving the defence forces to manage logistics and transportation for the NEET-UG 2026 re-test, scheduled for June 21. This measure follows the cancellation of the original examination after an alleged question paper leak.
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