NEET 2026: Essential Guide for MBBS Entrance Aspirants The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to close the registration window for the NEET UG 2026 examination, a national-level test for MBBS and BDS admissions. The exam is scheduled for May 3, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Online applications will be accepted until March 8, 2026, via the official website. Candidates are urged to review eligibility criteria, exam patterns, and guidelines before submitting their applications. PG Medical Fees Vary Across States, Private Seat Fee Norms Subjudice: MoS Health The Union Health Ministry addressed concerns about rising costs for NEET PG 2025 admissions, noting that fees for government and private medical colleges vary by state. Minister Anupriya Patel highlighted that government colleges maintain lower fees to ensure affordability. She mentioned that the National Medical Commission issued guidelines for 50% of private college seats in 2022, but these rules face legal challenges and remain unresolved. Kerala: Nurses at Private Hospitals Strike for Rs 40,000 Minimum Salary Private hospital nurses in Kerala initiated a strike on Wednesday, demanding a minimum monthly salary of Rs 40,000, improved working conditions, and pending assurances. Organized by the United Nurses Association (UNA), representing over 490 private hospitals, the protest included a march to the state secretariat. Nurses cited a 2018 salary revision as inadequate amid rising living costs. Rs 33.34 Crore PG Stipend Scam: ED Chargesheet Against Two Accused in Karnataka The Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet in a case involving an alleged Rs 33.34 crore stipend scam at Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College. Funds meant for postgraduate students between 2018 and 2024 were allegedly misused.#kerala #nta #neet_ug_2026 #union_health_ministry #anupriya_patel
