ED Files PMLA Complaints Against RInfra, RCom; ₹40,185.55 Cr Proceeds of Crime

NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak: CBI Charge Sheet Uses Society App Data, Phone Records Against 13 Accused

CBI has filed a charge sheet against 13 accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, revealing how three NTA subject experts exploited procedural gaps to memorise and reconstruct questions. Digital evidence from a society access control app and phone records corroborates the conspiracy. This case exposes systemic vulnerabilities in exam security and raises questions about NTA's protocols.

ED Identifies Recurring IBC Malpractices Including Section 29A Circumvention and Disproportionate Haircuts

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has flagged misuse of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) by defaulting promoters who use collusive resolution processes with disproportionately large haircuts to regain control of their companies. This comes amid growing concerns over low creditor recoveries (average 29% over five years) and legal tensions between IBC's moratorium/immunity provisions and the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Students must understand the conflict between resolution and recovery objectives, key sections (14, 29A, 32A), and the ED's intervention strategy.

UPSC Key: 14 Internal EC Dissents, Tarang Shakti-26 Multinational Exercise, and AI-Driven Semiconductor Supercycle

This Indian Express 'UPSC Key' compilation covers six critical topics: unprecedented internal dissent within the Election Commission (14 objections in 10 months), the second edition of India's largest multinational air exercise Tarang Shakti-26, the Supreme Court's reaffirmation of the Bijoe Emmanuel precedent on Vande Mataram, a new Centre scheme for lithium and nickel processing, the evolution of Yemen's Houthis from a local revivalist movement to a Red Sea power, and the global semiconductor 'supercycle' driven by AI demand. Each story is mapped to UPSC syllabus with previous year questions.

SC to Hear PIL Against 0.4% MDR on UPI Transactions Over ₹2000 from Oct 15

The Supreme Court will hear a PIL on September 28, 2026 challenging the government's decision to impose a 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI person-to-merchant transactions above ₹2,000, effective October 15. The PIL alleges the framework lacks transparency and is arbitrary, questioning amendments to Section 10A of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act.

NTA Gets CISF Security Cover After NEET Paper Leak; CBI Chargesheet Reveals Lapses

Following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak that triggered nationwide protests and the resignation of the Union Education Minister, the NTA is shifting to a new office with CISF security cover. The CBI chargesheet highlights systemic lapses, including lack of frisking and CCTV monitoring, which allowed the leak. A high-powered task force under Nandan Nilekani has been set up to recommend exam reforms.

Vitraya Tech Moves SC for CBI Probe into Health Data Breach by Competitors

A health insurance firm, Vitraya Technologies, has petitioned the Supreme Court alleging a coordinated cyber attack by competitors led to a massive data breach of sensitive customer information including Aadhaar and medical records. The company claims the Punjab Police registered an FIR after a six-month delay in a 'mechanical' manner, failing to investigate the named perpetrators. The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Centre, CBI, and Punjab government, making this a significant case on data privacy, corporate cybercrime, and investigative accountability.

ED Arrests Two Under PMLA in Rs 417 Cr Cyber Fraud Network with 163 FIRs Across 20 States

ED's probe into a Goa digital arrest case uncovers a massive pan-India cyber fraud network involving 330 victims, Rs 417 crore loss, and 163 FIRs across 20 states. The network used shell companies, licensed money changers, and bulk cash deposits to launder proceeds. This is a critical case for understanding PMLA enforcement, cyber crime modus operandi, and money laundering techniques.

NCLT Approves Subhash Chandra's Rs 6.25 Cr Repayment Plan Against Rs 22,006 Cr Claims Under IBC

NCLT sanctioned Subhash Chandra's personal insolvency repayment plan of mere Rs 6.25 crore against admitted claims of Rs 22,006.57 crore, raising serious concerns about related party voting and inadequate claim verification. Banks have alleged that 61.78% voting share in favour came from entities linked to Chandra, potentially undermining the integrity of the IBC resolution process.