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Rahul Gandhi summoned by Pune court in Savarkar defamation case
Published: October 5, 2024 04:10
Savarkar’s grand-nephew filed a complaint against the Congress leader in April 2023, accusing him of making malicious remarks about the Hindutva ideologue.
Watch, highlights ISL 2024-25: Herrera’s late goal helps FC Goa claim draw against NorthEast United
Published: October 5, 2024 04:00
FC Goa and NorthEast United FC played out a 3-3 draw in Goa.
Victory for democracy: Lessons Bangladesh could learn from Sri Lanka’s election
Published: October 5, 2024 03:30
Sri Lanka’s peaceful political transitions could offer Bangladesh a model of to avoid destabilising its alliances.
‘Broken Threads’: A thoughtful memoir on how a colonial past has framed a family’s present
Published: October 5, 2024 03:00
Mishal Husain’s family found themselves displaced by the Partition, their lives irrevocably upended by arbitrary borders drawn by departing British officials.
Haryana polls: Voting begins across all 90 seats
Published: October 5, 2024 02:32
More than two crore voters are eligible to cast their votes across 20,630 polling booths.
In ‘A Fly on the Wall’, a man plans his exit from life and a film is born
Published: October 5, 2024 02:15
The documentary by Shonali Bose and Nilesh Maniyar has been premiered at the Busan International Film Festival.
Why Congress-ruled Himachal Pradesh is seeing a Hindutva surge
Published: October 5, 2024 01:00
Hindutva groups have found an ally in local traders who feel insecure about migrant Muslims from Uttar Pradesh undercutting their businesses.
Women’s T20 World Cup: India fall short in opener against New Zealand as Devine and Mair shine
Published: October 4, 2024 18:50
Sophie Devine steered New Zealand both as skipper and with the bat, making 57 not out to help the White Ferns set India an imperious 161 to win.
Foreign doctors crucial to US healthcare are caught in an immigration, visa maze
Published: October 4, 2024 16:30
Strict policies, competition for mandatory residency programmes and long wait times for citizenship are making it difficult for aspirants, many of them Indian.
Supreme Court canteen resumes serving meat during Navratri after lawyers protest
Published: October 4, 2024 15:25
A section of advocates said that imposing restrictions on dietary preferences undermines pluralism and mutual respect.
Over 30 suspected Maoists killed in security operation in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar
Published: October 4, 2024 15:02
This brought the total number of suspected Maoists killed in the state this year to at least 187, according to media reports.
Khamenei declares Iran’s resolve against Israel in rare Friday sermon
Published: October 4, 2024 14:27
Media reports suggested that Tel Aviv is planning to target Iranian oil rigs and nuclear sites after Tehran launched missiles into Israeli airspace on Tuesday.
Mumbai’s water problem: Building new dams will not solve the city’s poor distribution network
Published: October 4, 2024 14:00
The metropolitan region already receives enough water for its current needs with projections overestimating future requirements.
‘Paani’ trailer: Addinath Kothare directs and stars in film about combating severe water shortage
Published: October 4, 2024 13:56
The Marathi film, co-produced by Priyanka Chopra Jonas, also stars Rucha Vaidya, Subodh Bhave and Kishor Kadam. Out in cinemas on October 18.
BPSC Agriculture Service document verification schedule out; check details here
Published: October 4, 2024 13:56
Candidates can check the document verification schedule through the official website bpsc.bih.nic.in.
Hindi fiction: An excerpt from ‘Agam Bahai Dariyav’, by Shivmurti
Published: October 4, 2024 13:00
A helpless farmer with little land and even little money is riddled by debt.
IBPS CRP XIV 2024 scorecard out at www.ibps.in; check details here
Published: October 4, 2024 12:56
Candidates check the scorecard through the official website www.ibps.in.
Prohibitory orders in Gwalior ahead of India-Bangladesh cricket match on Sunday
Published: October 4, 2024 12:55
This came after the Hindu Mahasabha called for a ‘Gwalior bandh’ on the day to protest the alleged atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh.
Fiction: A journalist searches for the mysterious Max Bulandi and early Indian rock musicians
Published: October 4, 2024 12:00
An excerpt from ‘The Extraordinary Life of Max Bulandi’, by Sidharth Singh.
HPPSC Police Constable 2024 application window opens, check details here
Published: October 4, 2024 11:54
Candidates can apply through the official website www.hppsc.hp.gov.in.
Supreme Court refuses to stay demolition drive in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath
Published: October 4, 2024 11:40
The bench, however, said that the district authorities would be liable to restore the structures if their actions were found to be in contempt of court.
Poet, novelist, and dramatist Kynpham Sing Nongkynrih wins the 2024 Shakti Bhatt Prize
Published: October 4, 2024 11:08
The prize, which Nongkynrih wins for his body of work, comes with a cash award of Rs 2 lakh.
Hockey India League to return after seven years; teams announced
Published: October 4, 2024 10:49
The player auction for Hockey India League will be held from 13 to 15 October, 2024.
SBI SCO registration deadline deferred for 1497 posts; here’s apply link
Published: October 4, 2024 10:32
Candidates can apply for the posts on the official website sbi.co.in till October 14, 2024.
Karnataka HC stays order asking Ola to compensate customer who alleged sexual harassment by driver
Published: October 4, 2024 10:04
The company contended that it could not implement the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace Act in the case as the taxi driver was not its employee.
Supreme Court orders inspection of living conditions at Assam’s Matia transit camp
Published: October 4, 2024 09:53
The court in July rapped the state government for the ‘sorry state of affairs’ at India’s largest detention centre, including the lack of water and sanitation.
UPSC MO 2024 result out at upsc.gov.in; check details here
Published: October 4, 2024 09:45
Candidates can check the results through the official website upsc.gov.in.
HPSC answer key 2024 released for Asst Architect posts, here’s direct link
Published: October 4, 2024 09:15
Candidates can download the answer key from the official website hpsc.gov.in.
Watch: An insurance scam, social media anxiety and murder in ‘Like Aani Subscribe’
Published: October 4, 2024 09:14
Abhishek Merukar’s Marathi film stars Amey Wagh and Amruta Khanvilkar. Out in cinemas on October 18.
‘Reeta Sanyal’ trailer: Adah Sharma plays a lawyer who moonlights as a detective
Published: October 4, 2024 08:52
Abhirup Ghosh’s show is based on the character created by Amit Khan. The cast incudes Rahul Dev and Ankur Rathee. Out on Disney+ Hotstar on October 14.
NIOS Class 10th, 12th admit card released; download link here
Published: October 4, 2024 08:48
Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website nios.ac.in
Karnataka: Fresh complaint against Siddaramaiah for allegedly destroying evidence in land scam case
Published: October 4, 2024 08:41
The complainant accused the commissioner of the Mysore Urban Development Authority of suppression of evidence.
Allahabad High Court recruitment 2024: Application starts for Group C, D posts at exams.nta.ac.in
Published: October 4, 2024 08:21
Candidates can apply for 3306 posts through the official website exams.nta.ac.in.
Why chef Shilarna Vaze has written a recipe book and nutrition guide for mothers with young children
Published: October 4, 2024 08:00
An excerpt from the Introduction to ‘Baby Knows Best: Chef Chinu’s Guide to Feeding Your Little One’, by Shilarna Vaze.
Marathi, Bengali among five new ‘classical languages’ approved by Union Cabinet
Published: October 4, 2024 07:48
The decision to grant the status to Marathi came ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections.
Shooting, Junior World C’ship: India clinch 11th gold in Lima as men’s 25m pistol team clinch title
Published: October 4, 2024 07:46
The trio of Mukesh Nelavalli, Raajwardan Patil and Harsimar Singh Rattha won gold in the 25 rapid fire pistol team event.
Supreme Court orders SIT probe into alleged use of adulterated ghee in Tirupati laddus
Published: October 4, 2024 07:20
The investigation will be supervised by the director of the Central Bureau of Investigation.
‘CTRL’ review: A gripping thriller about data privacy in the age of AI
Published: October 4, 2024 07:05
Vikramaditya Motwane’s screenlife film stars Ananya Panday and Vihaan Samat.
RIMC July 2025 application submission deadline deferred; check details here
Published: October 4, 2024 06:35
Candidates can submit their filled up forms by October 10, 2024.
Maharashtra: Woman, daughter killed in Latur ‘road rage’, family alleges hate crime
Published: October 4, 2024 06:24
The Muslim family alleged that the police initially wanted to classify it as an ordinary incident.
MPHC JJA recruitment 2024: Apply for 40 Jr Judicial Assistant posts till October 15
Published: October 4, 2024 05:52
Candidates can apply for the vacancies on the official website mphc.gov.in till October 15, 2024.
Criminalising rape within marriage may be ‘excessively harsh, disproportionate’: Centre
Published: October 4, 2024 05:35
The matter cannot be decided without consultation with all the stakeholders or taking the views of all the states, the Union government told the Supreme Court.
BPSC TRE 3 final answer key out for Classes 9-10; here’s download link
Published: October 4, 2024 04:55
Candidates can download the final answer key from the official website bpsc.bih.nic.in.
Women’s T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur and Co enter as ‘contenders, not mere participants’ in UAE
Published: October 4, 2024 04:45
India have stumbled just short of the finish line in recent years and would be hoping to buck the trend in the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.
HRRL application window closes today for 100 Engineer, ACO and other posts, here’s apply link
Published: October 4, 2024 04:20
Candidates can apply for the posts on the official website hrrl.in.
Watch, highlights ISL 2024-25: Odisha FC, Kerala Blasters share the spoils in four-goal thriller
Published: October 4, 2024 03:58
The Kerala Blasters climbed to fourth in the ISL points table while Odisha FC rose to ninth.
SBI recruitment 2024: Last date to apply for 1497 SCO posts today, details here
Published: October 4, 2024 03:45
Candidates can apply for the posts on the official website sbi.co.in.
Castles in the air over India’s 2036 Olympics bid
Published: October 4, 2024 03:30
There is a tussle within the Indian Olympic Association while a lobby of builders and businesses is all set to profit from Gujarat as the decided venue.
‘An avoidable narrative’: EC criticises Jharkhand’s letter against Himanta Sarma, Shivraj Chouhan
Published: October 4, 2024 03:17
The state government had accused the BJP leaders of having a ‘propensity to foment hatred across different communities’.
SSC CGL answer key 2024 released; submit suggestions by October 6
Published: October 4, 2024 03:10
Candidates can submit suggestions, if any, by October 6, 2024.
Writer R Raj Rao on why biographies of living poets are crucial to understanding their work
Published: October 4, 2024 03:00
‘What goes into the writing of these poems? What goes into the making of the poet? This, only a biography can tell.’
‘Manvat Murders’ review: A solid whodunit but a sketchy whydunit
Published: October 4, 2024 02:45
Ashish Bende’s eight-episode Marathi series is out on Sony LIV.
CGPSC Transport SI result declared, here’s download link
Published: October 4, 2024 02:41
Candidates can download the results from the official website psc.cg.gov.in.
Why gau rakshaks are not unconditionally backing BJP in Haryana’s elections
Published: October 4, 2024 01:00
Gau rakshaks are lobbying candidates across parties, offering their votes in return for greater support for their vigilantism.
US election: Surveys show Kamala Harris leads in the race but margins are tight
Published: October 3, 2024 16:30
There are significant variations in support among different groups as well as a large gender gap with women much more likely to vote for her than men.
Enforcement task force set up to monitor air pollution in Delhi-NCR, air quality panel tells SC
Published: October 3, 2024 15:35
The Supreme Court criticised the Commission for Air Quality Management for failing to implement prevention directives and stop stubble burning.
UPSC IFS Mains 2024 exam schedule out at upsc.gov.in; check details here
Published: October 3, 2024 14:30
Candidates can check the UPSC Indian Forest Services exam schedule through the official website upsc.gov.in.
IRDAI Assistant Manager Recruitment 2024 exam schedule out; check details here
Published: October 3, 2024 14:00
Candidates can check the Phase I and II exam schedule through the official website irdai.gov.in.
Samsung India factory workers on strike seeking pay hike, better working conditions and days off
Published: October 3, 2024 14:00
The electronics giant has threatened to cut wages and sack employees who have struck work at the factory in Sriperumbudur since September 9.
Maharashtra polls: NCP(SP) moves SC against Ajit Pawar faction’s use of ‘clock’ symbol
Published: October 3, 2024 13:40
The group led by the deputy chief minister should be given a new election symbol to prevent confusion among voters, the petition said.
BECIL application window for Consultant, Content Writer extended; here’s details
Published: October 3, 2024 13:15
Candidates can apply for the posts through the official website www.becil.com till October 9.
APSC TDO written exam schedule out; check details here
Published: October 3, 2024 12:40
Candidates can check the Tourism Development Officer written exam through the official website apsc.nic.in.
Supreme Court strikes down rules promoting caste-based allocation of work in jails
Published: October 3, 2024 12:00
The court ordered that caste details of prisoners be deleted by prison registers to end discrimination.
Fiction: A friend’s murder draws Karan into Mumbai’s world of sex, crime and politics
Published: October 3, 2024 12:00
An excerpt from ‘The Lost Flamingoes of Bombay’, by Siddharth Dhanvant Shanghvi, reissued after 15 years.
WB JELET counseling 2024 registration starts at wbjeeb.nic.in; here’s direct link
Published: October 3, 2024 11:50
Candidates can register for the counselling process through the official website wbjeeb.nic.in till October 6.
GPSC ICT Officer interview schedule out; check details here
Published: October 3, 2024 11:20
Candidates can check the ICT Officer Class-2 interview schedule through the official website gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.
Watch: South America witnesses rare ‘ring of fire’ as sky turns dark during annular solar eclipse
Published: October 3, 2024 11:07
The solar eclipse was visible from various parts of the southern hemisphere, with the best views from Easter Island in Chile, and the tip of Argentina.
Shooting, Junior World C’ship: Khushi wins bronze in women’s 50m rifle 3 positions
Published: October 3, 2024 10:47
India’s medal tally at the 2024 ISSF Junior World Championship soared to 15 on Wednesday
JKSSB Supervisor final result declared; here’s download link
Published: October 3, 2024 10:45
Candidates can download their final results from the official website jkssb.nic.in.
‘Zindaginama’ trailer: Anthology series explores solutions to mental illness
Published: October 3, 2024 10:33
Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Sukriti Tyagi, Mitakshara Kumar, Danny Mamik, Rakhee Sandilya and Sahaan, the series will be out on Sony LIV on October 10.
Bombay High Court orders expedited inquiry into custodial death of Badlapur sex abuse case accused
Published: October 3, 2024 10:00
The court said that it will wait for the findings of the report before ruling on the plea filed by the person’s father seeking an SIT probe.
JCI Apprentice registration begins; here’s how to apply
Published: October 3, 2024 09:50
Candidates can apply on the official website jutecorp.in till October 21, 2024.
PSSSB admit card 2024 out for various posts, here's download link
Published: October 3, 2024 09:00
The examination will be held on October 5 and 6.
‘Perverted idea’: Opposition on Maharashtra’s decision to introduce female attendants on buses
Published: October 3, 2024 08:43
The state government on Tuesday said the ‘Shivneri Sundari’ initiative is modelled after in-flight services.
Supreme Court stays police action against Jaggi Vasudev’s Isha Foundation
Published: October 3, 2024 08:37
The Tamil Nadu police had raided the foundation in Coimbatore on Tuesday after the Madras High Court sought details of the criminal cases filed against it.
JSSCE registration concludes soon for 454 posts; apply now at jssc.nic.in
Published: October 3, 2024 08:20
Candidates can apply for the posts on the official website jssc.nic.in till October 5, 2024.
A new book shows how labour laws have changed historically to ensure dignity for factory workers
Published: October 3, 2024 08:00
An excerpt from ‘Law and the Economy in India: Before Independence and After’, by Tirthankar Roy and Anand V Swamy.
MUDA scam case can be dropped if land returned, says Congress citing HC order on BJP leader
Published: October 3, 2024 07:11
They [Bharatiya Janata Party] have a lizard in their own plate but point to a worm in ours, the Congress claimed.
WB JELET counseling 2024 registration begins today at wbjeeb.nic.in; check details here
Published: October 3, 2024 07:11
Candidates can submit counselling forms through the official website till wbjeeb.nic.in October 6.
NIF announces five-book shortlist for the 2024 Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay Book Prize for nonfiction
Published: October 3, 2024 06:31
The winner will be announced in November, and the winning author will receive a cash prize of Rs 15 lakh.
GPSC Assistant Engineer registration deadline today; apply now at gpsc.gujarat.gov.in
Published: October 3, 2024 06:08
Candidates can apply for the posts on the official website gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.
US committee on religious freedom seeks ‘country of particular concern’ tag for India
Published: October 3, 2024 05:31
This is the fifth time in a row that the panel has made the recommendation.
TPSC exam schedule 2024 out for Senior Computer Assistant posts; to be held in November
Published: October 3, 2024 05:29
The written exam will be conducted in November 2024.
APSSB recruitment 2024: Last date to apply for 300+ Constable and other posts today, details here
Published: October 3, 2024 04:45
Candidates can apply for the posts on the official website apssb.nic.in.
IIT JAM 2025 registration underway at jam2025.iitd.ac.in, here’s apply link
Published: October 3, 2024 04:15
Candidates can register for the exam on the official website jam2025.iitd.ac.in till October 11, 2024.
Watch, highlights ISL 2024-25: Bengaluru FC and Mumbai City FC play out cagey draw
Published: October 3, 2024 04:00
Bengaluru FC stay on top of the ISL standings with 10 points while Mumbai City FC are 11th with two points.
APSC Steno Grade II registration deadline today, here’s apply link
Published: October 3, 2024 03:53
Candidates can apply on the official website apscrecruitment.in.
Manipur: Two abducted Meitei men released, says CM Biren Singh
Published: October 3, 2024 03:51
In exchange, 11 Kuki prisoners were transferred from Imphal to the Churachandpur Jail.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk seeks talks with Centre after being released from detention
Published: October 3, 2024 03:33
Locals should be empowered in the Himalayas because they can best preserve it, he said after being allowed to visit Rajghat.
Why is pollution not an issue in the Haryana elections?
Published: October 3, 2024 03:30
Haryana is facing pollution crises on multiple fronts yet it does not find mention in the electoral campaign.
TNPSC CSE result 2023 released; here’s download link
Published: October 3, 2024 03:22
Candidates can download their results from the official website tnpsc.gov.in.
From the memoir: Human rights activist Syeda Saiyidain Hameed writes about her role as a mother
Published: October 3, 2024 03:00
An excerpt from ‘A Drop in The Ocean: The Story of My Life’, by Syeda Saiyidain Hameed.
Embarrassment despite riches: The shortcomings of the Kanpur cricket stadium should alarm the BCCI
Published: October 3, 2024 02:45
India’s win in Kanpur saved the blushes for the Board of Control for Cricket in India.
GATE 2025: Last date to apply without late fee today, details here
Published: October 3, 2024 02:42
Candidates can apply for the exam on the official website gate2025.iitr.ac.in.
In Uttarakhand, the child sexual abuse law is being used to settle scores
Published: October 3, 2024 01:00
In Dehradun, 95% of Pocso cases tried in 2023 resulted in acquittals.
Prashant Kishor launches Jan Suraaj party in Patna
Published: October 2, 2024 15:23
On October 2, 2022, the former political strategist began a padyatra across Bihar, addressing crowds on matters of employment, education, healthcare and others.
Tamil Nadu: Over 900 protesting Samsung factory workers detained
Published: October 2, 2024 14:52
The employees have been on an indefinite strike since September 9 to demand higher wages and the recognition of their labour union.
Israel bans UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres from entering country
Published: October 2, 2024 14:38
Tel Aviv said the decision was taken because the United Nations chief did not ‘unequivocally condemn Iran’s heinous attack on Israel’.
Monsoon set to withdraw, India records surplus but erratic rainfall with regional variations
Published: October 2, 2024 14:00
Deficits in key agricultural states such as Punjab, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir could affect the production of kharif crops and apples.
Manipur: Curfew imposed in Ukhrul after clash over land dispute leaves 3 dead
Published: October 2, 2024 13:53
A fight broke out between the residents two villages after both claimed ownership a plot of land scheduled to be cleaned under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
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