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JEE Main 2025 final answer key releasing today, results expected by April 19

JEE Main 2025 final answer key releasing today, results expected by April 19

Apr 18, 2025

The NTA is releasing the JEE Main 2025 final answer key today, with results anticipated by April 19. This is a significant update for engineering aspirants across India

"Proud moment": Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra added to UNESCO's Memory of World Register

"Proud moment": Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra added to UNESCO's Memory of World Register

Apr 18, 2025

UNESCO's Memory of the World Register now includes the Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra, recognising India's cultural heritage. PM Modi and Culture Minister Shekhawat celebrate this global acknowledgment of India's wisdom.

Rongali Bihu 2025: Assam Association Chennai & IIT-M Celebrate Culture, Unity, and Culinary Heritage

Rongali Bihu 2025: Assam Association Chennai & IIT-M Celebrate Culture, Unity, and Culinary Heritage

Apr 16, 2025

The air at IIT Madras rang with the joyous sounds of dhols and vibrant cheers as the Assam Association Chennai (AAC), in association with SADINER, IIT-Madras, hosted a spectacular Rongali Bihu 2025 celebration, marking the Assamese New Year with exuberance, culture, and community bonding.

India’s inland waterways register historic surge in cargo movement for 2024–25

India’s inland waterways register historic surge in cargo movement for 2024–25

Apr 16, 2025

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has reported a record-breaking performance in cargo transportation for the fiscal year 2024–25, marking a significant milestone in the Inland Water Transport (IWT) sector.

Gold prices set to skyrocket? 24-carat gold hits Rs 95,820

Gold prices set to skyrocket? 24-carat gold hits Rs 95,820

Apr 16, 2025

Gold prices in India have seen a consistent upward trend over the past week, pushing the precious metal further out of reach for the average buyer. The cost of 24-carat gold has surged by Rs 5,010 per 10 grams, with rates in major cities touching record highs.

Supreme Court to hear pleas challenging validity of Waqf Amendment Act today

Supreme Court to hear pleas challenging validity of Waqf Amendment Act today

Apr 16, 2025

The Supreme Court is set to take up a batch of petitions on Wednesday, April 16 contesting the constitutional validity of the Waqf Act, 1995, and its subsequent amendments.

Congress to stage nationwide protests against Modi led BJP government

Congress to stage nationwide protests against Modi led BJP government

Apr 16, 2025

The Indian National Congress has declared a nationwide protest today, targeting what it describes as the Modi government’s increasing use of investigative agencies to settle political scores.

Wankhede’s Divecha Pavilion renamed after cricket icon Rohit Sharma

Wankhede’s Divecha Pavilion renamed after cricket icon Rohit Sharma

Apr 15, 2025

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) successfully conducted its 86th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, reinforcing its commitment to the development and promotion of cricket in Mumbai.

Waqf Amendment Act ensures justice, not targeted at Muslims: Kiren Rijiju

Waqf Amendment Act ensures justice, not targeted at Muslims: Kiren Rijiju

Apr 15, 2025

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday strongly defended the recently enacted Waqf Amendment Act, stating that the law aims to ensure justice for all communities and should not be misinterpreted as a move against Muslims.

Raju Bista welcomes cancellation of anti-waqf rally in Siliguri, thanks Bengal government for maintaining peace

Raju Bista welcomes cancellation of anti-waqf rally in Siliguri, thanks Bengal government for maintaining peace

Apr 15, 2025

People across Siliguri, Darjeeling Hills, Terai and Dooars have expressed a sense of relief and gratitude after the cancellation of a proposed rally against the Waqf Amendment Act that was planned by certain Islamist organisations.

MHA flags suspected Bangladeshi involvement in Murshidabad violence

MHA flags suspected Bangladeshi involvement in Murshidabad violence

Apr 15, 2025

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has been briefed on a preliminary investigation into the recent violence in West Bengal's Murshidabad district, which points to the suspected involvement of Bangladeshi miscreants, according to official sources.

“No more arbitrary land claims”: Kiren Rijiju on Waqf Act overhaul

Apr 15, 2025

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju addressed concerns regarding recent amendments to the Waqf Act during his visit to Kochi, highlighting the importance of safeguarding land rights for all citizens. The minister underscored that the new amendments are aimed at rectifying past injustices and ensuring that no land can be arbitrarily declared as Waqf property without due process.

NCERT English textbooks get Hindi twist with 'Santoor', 'Poorvi' titles

NCERT English textbooks get Hindi twist with 'Santoor', 'Poorvi' titles

Apr 15, 2025

NCERT has renamed English-medium textbooks with Hindi titles in Roman script, igniting debate over language policies. This decision aligns with the Centre's three-language policy but faces regional opposition.

Fresh clashes erupt in South 24 Parganas over Waqf Amendment Act, 8 policemen injured, 2 arrested

Fresh clashes erupt in South 24 Parganas over Waqf Amendment Act, 8 policemen injured, 2 arrested

Apr 14, 2025

Violence broke out in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district on Sunday during a protest against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The incident left eight police personnel injured, while a police van and several two-wheelers were vandalized, officials confirmed. Two individuals have been taken into custody in connection with the unrest.

Darjeeling MP appeals Bengal CM to cancel April 15 protest rally against Waqf Act in Siliguri

Darjeeling MP appeals Bengal CM to cancel April 15 protest rally against Waqf Act in Siliguri

Apr 14, 2025

Darjeeling MP Raju Bista has formally appealed to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to cancel the permission granted for a protest rally by Noor-e-Mujassam, which is scheduled to take place in Siliguri on April 15, 2025. In a press statement, Bista expressed deep concern over the potential for unrest and violence citing recent disturbing trends in protest-related activities.

Fugitive Mehul Choksi arrested in Belgium on India's extradition request

Fugitive Mehul Choksi arrested in Belgium on India's extradition request

Apr 14, 2025

Mehul Choksi, a prime suspect in the PNB bank fraud, has been arrested in Belgium. Indian agencies are pursuing his extradition after his Interpol Red Notice was deleted.

Northeast students in JNU protest over Barak hostel allotment, demand 75% reservation

Apr 13, 2025

JNU students protest for 75% hostel reservation for Northeastern peers. University accused of breaking promises.

India sends specialist Army engineers to Myanmar to assess earthquake damage

India sends specialist Army engineers to Myanmar to assess earthquake damage

Apr 13, 2025

India sends Army Engineers to Myanmar for earthquake relief. Operation Brahma aids local communities and diaspora.

Meta platforms hit by outage, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram experience glitches worldwide

Meta platforms hit by outage, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram experience glitches worldwide

Apr 12, 2025

WhatsApp users across the globe on Saturday, April 12 experienced widespread technical issues, with disruptions reported in sending messages and uploading statuses. The first wave of problems began around 5:22 PM IST and resurfaced again around 8 PM, as tracked by real-time outage monitoring platform DownDetector.

CAPF deployed in Murshidabad following violent clashes over Waqf Act

CAPF deployed in Murshidabad following violent clashes over Waqf Act

Apr 12, 2025

In response to recent violent clashes linked to the Waqf (Amendment) Act in Murshidabad’s Samserganj area—which left three people dead—the Calcutta High Court has ordered the immediate deployment of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to restore peace and ensure public safety.

Darjeeling MP Raju Bista visits Khoribari police station following temple desecration incident

Darjeeling MP Raju Bista visits Khoribari police station following temple desecration incident

Apr 12, 2025

Member of Parliament for Darjeeling Raju Bista on April 12 visited Khoribari Police Station in the Khoribari Block of the Phansidewa Assembly constituency in Darjeeling District. His visit came in response to a concerning incident where miscreants desecrated the Maa Kali Mandir at Vivekananda Pally, Chakkarmari, Bhajanpur under the jurisdiction of Khoribari Police Station.