NEET-UG Security Overhaul: India’s NTA is staging the June 21 re-exam with a massive tech-heavy security setup: 1.38 lakh CCTV cameras, 51,000+ signal jammers, AI-assisted monitoring, and CCTV coverage across 95,000+ rooms in 5,440 centres—aimed at stopping electronic malpractice. Court-Backed Telegram Block: The Delhi High Court upheld the Centre’s temporary Telegram suspension tied to the NEET re-test, saying the government followed legal procedure and used emergency blocking powers proportionately. Smart Home DIY Meets Hardware Reality: A creator shows how a cheap ESP32 board can turn a USB desk lamp into a controllable smart light, but notes the inline controller’s behavior makes simple power-cycling unreliable. Railway CAN Isolation for Harsh Environments: Axiomatic Technologies is marketing a galvanically isolated CAN repeater for train and railway equipment, targeting EN 50155 compliance and rugged IP67 operation. Consumer Tech Supply Pressure: Apple is warning that memory chip costs are driving unavoidable price hikes, as AI demand tightens high-bandwidth memory supply. Prime Day Electronics Push: Amazon Prime Day 2026 runs June 23–26 with early tech deals already live, including smart home and audio categories. Retail Network Tweak: Electronics Mart India plans to close two branded EBOs in Hyderabad, shifting staff to nearby outlets. Low-Cost Data Centers from Old Phones: Google and UC San Diego researchers are exploring repurposing retired Pixel phones into low-cost computing clusters to cut e-waste and reduce demand for new hardware.