Maharashtra TET Paper Leak Probe Leads to Arrests, Kingpin Sought

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the Maharashtra TET paper leak, while the alleged Bihar kingpin, believed to be behind paper leaks in four states for 25 years, remains at large. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to probe the extensive scam.

29 Jun, 02:55 — 29 Jun, 04:37

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Why this matters

Paper leaks undermine the integrity of examination systems, causing significant stress and disruption for thousands of students who prepare diligently. This incident highlights systemic vulnerabilities in educational testing and the need for robust security measures to ensure fairness and trust in public examinations.

Key entitiesMaharashtra State Council of Examination Bihar Kingpin SIT

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What 2 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

Three suspects have been arrested in connection with the Maharashtra TET paper leak
A 'kingpin' or main suspect from Bihar is currently absconding
The Maharashtra TET 2026 examination was canceled due to the leak

Key claims3 agreed · 2 unverified

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Three men were arrested in the Maharashtra TET paper leak probe.

agreed·hindustan-timesTimes of India

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A 'kingpin' from Bihar is absconding.

agreed·hindustan-timesTimes of India

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The Maharashtra State Council of Examination canceled the June 28 exam.

agreed·Times of India

The arrested suspects are remanded in police custody until July 6.

unverified·Times of India

The absconding Bihar man is behind paper leaks in 4 states for 25 years.

unverified·Times of India

Coverage gaps

The specific date until which the arrested suspects are remanded in police custody

ReportedTimes of India

Missinghindustan-times

The alleged involvement of the absconding Bihar man in paper leaks across four states for 25 years

ReportedTimes of India

Missinghindustan-times

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual60d ago

Maharashtra TET case: Cops hunt for Bihar man behind paper leaks in 4 states for 25 year

Three suspects arrested in the TET paper leak case have been remanded in police custody until July 6. The Maharashtra State Council of Examination was forced to cancel the June 28 exam, impacting over six lakh candidates. Investigators are tracing the alleged mastermind and other wanted accused across multiple states, seeking to uncover the source of the leak and the money trail.

By PRADEEP GUPTA, PRIYANKA KAKODKAR, SWATI SHINDE

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual60d ago

3 arrested, Bihar kingpin absconding, SIT probe: Timeline of Maharashtra TET paper leak probe

The investigation into the Maharashtra TET 2026 paper leak has expanded beyond the state. Three men were arrested, while two are still on the run.

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Coverage Timeline

First report: Times of India · 29 Jun, 02:55|Full coverage: 2 · 2h|Window: 2h

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Times of India29 Jun, 02:55First to report

Maharashtra TET case: Cops hunt for Bihar man behind paper leaks in 4 states for 25 year

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hindustan-times29 Jun, 04:37Latest update

3 arrested, Bihar kingpin absconding, SIT probe: Timeline of Maharashtra TET paper leak probe

Story evolution

The narrative shifted from merely reporting a paper leak and cancellation to focusing on the expanding police investigation, arrests, and the pursuit of a long-term 'kingpin' involved in a wider network of leaks.

Exam Cancellation & Initial ProbeJune 28

The Maharashtra State Council of Examination canceled the June 28 exam due to the leak, leading to an immediate investigation.

Arrests and CustodyJune 29 early morning

Three suspects were arrested and remanded in police custody as the probe intensified.

Search for KingpinJune 29 morning

The investigation expanded with authorities actively searching for a key suspect from Bihar, alleged to be involved in multiple leaks.

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Maharashtra TET Paper Leak Probe Leads to Arrests, Kingpin Sought

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Key claims3 agreed · 2 unverified

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Maharashtra TET case: Cops hunt for Bihar man behind paper leaks in 4 states for 25 year

3 arrested, Bihar kingpin absconding, SIT probe: Timeline of Maharashtra TET paper leak probe

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Maharashtra TET case: Cops hunt for Bihar man behind paper leaks in 4 states for 25 year

3 arrested, Bihar kingpin absconding, SIT probe: Timeline of Maharashtra TET paper leak probe

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Key claims3 agreed · 2 unverified

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