The NEET controversy takes a fresh political turn as reports indicate Union Home Minister Amit Shah holds key meetings with senior BJP leaders amid continuing protests and Parliament disruptions. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla says the government is ready to discuss the NEET paper leak in Parliament, while BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj says the Centre remains committed to protecting students' future. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju also says the government is prepared for a positive discussion through the parliamentary process. Meanwhile, JP Nadda and Union Minister Jitendra Singh continue outreach efforts, meeting Sonam Wangchuk at Medanta Hospital. Here's everything that happened.

United States and Iran are rising again as President Donald Trump warns Tehran that military action could return if nuclear negotiations fail. Calling the talks “right on the borderline,” Trump claimed the US is fully prepared for rapid escalation if Iran refuses to give “100&#37 good answers.” Despite an ongoing ceasefire, Washington’s latest statements have triggered fears of renewed conflict in the Middle East. Trump also raised alarms over the Strait of Hormuz, saying thousands of oil shipments are waiting to move through the critical global energy route.