Rahul Gandhi Criticizes PM Modi's Education Policies Amid Asian Games Trials and Other Key Events
Top news of the day: Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi has “destroyed” education system after disruption of CUET-UG 2026; Vinesh Phogat knocked out of Asian Games trials, and more
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On May 30, 2026, Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of damaging India's education system due to issues with the CUET-UG exam. Vinesh Phogat was eliminated from the Asian Games trials, and the Indian government announced a temporary exemption on cotton import duties to support the textile sector.
- 01Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi for failing to conduct the CUET-UG exam properly, claiming it undermines India's status as a 'vishwaguru'.
- 02Wrestler Vinesh Phogat lost in the semifinals of the Asian Games trials, missing her chance to compete in the upcoming games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
- 03The Indian government exempted customs duties on cotton imports until October 30, 2026, to alleviate costs for the textile industry.
- 04TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee faced hostility during a visit to post-poll violence victims' families in West Bengal.
- 05Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing began a five-day visit to India to enhance bilateral cooperation.
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On May 30, 2026, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of 'destroying' India's education system after disruptions in the CUET-UG exam. Gandhi emphasized that the current generation, whose future is jeopardized by the government's actions, will hold Modi accountable. In sports, wrestler Vinesh Phogat was eliminated from the Asian Games selection trials after losing to Meenakshi Goyat in the semifinals, ending her hopes of competing in the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. In economic news, the Indian government announced a temporary exemption from customs duties on cotton imports, effective from June 1, 2026, to support the textile sector. Additionally, TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee faced protests during his visit to families affected by post-poll violence in West Bengal. Meanwhile, Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing commenced a five-day visit to India aimed at strengthening bilateral ties in various sectors.
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The exemption of import duties on cotton is expected to lower costs for the textile industry, potentially benefiting consumers and manufacturers.
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