Through the Reader lens — Karnataka's Civil Police Constable recruitment exam was disrupted after candidates alleged that false social media posts misled them about OMR sheet numbers, prompting walkouts and demands for a fresh test. The Karnataka Examination Authority denied the allegations, insisting the exam was conducted properly and that misinformation, not official guidance, caused the confusion. Home Minister Priyank Kharge later clarified that his earlier remarks about the disruption were directed at the BJP, not the protesting students, adding a political layer to the controversy. The coverage is largely neutral, presenting the Authority's denial alongside the candidates' grievances without endorsing either side. What remains contested is whether the exam's integrity was compromised and whether a re-test is warranted. Watch for official decisions on re-examination, any investigation into the source of the social media posts, and whether protests escalate or subside.