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National Educational Policy paves way for making a self-reliant nation: PM

Waqf Amendment Bill tabled in Lok Sabha

AIMPLB threatens nationwide protests if Waqf Amendment Bill is passed in Parliament

PM Modi: National Educational Policy paves way for making a self-reliant nation

Pakistan Army violated ceasefire in Poonch sector, says Indian Army

Ascertain needs to help the needy

The true purpose of government schemes is to support the weakest shoulders of society - those struggling daily to fight hunger, secure shelter, educate their children, and maintain their health.

Russia Standoff

US President Donald Trump’s recent comments regarding Russia and its invasion of Ukraine signal a significant shift in his approach to global diplomacy.

Changing tactics

The Congress, once the unchallenged political powerhouse of India, has struggled in recent years to regain its footing in the face of electoral setbacks and an increasingly assertive BJP.

“There is but one truly serious philosophical problem, and that is suicide. Judging whether life is or is not worth living amounts to answering the fundamental question of philosophy. All the rest ~ whether or not the world has three dimensions, whether the mind has nine or twelve categories ~ comes afterwards.”

Sanjay Kulshrestha discusses HUDCO’s achievements in affordable housing and its alignment with the Viksit Bharat Vision

Diksha Dwivedi offers her insights on feminism and the pursuit of gender equality

Mohit Raj discusses the government’s efforts in prison reforms and improving inmate welfare

Krishan Mishra discusses smart investing and the importance of teaching financial literacy

MP CM announces aid to his state labourers killed in Gujarat blast

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has announced that financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh each will be provided to the families of all the labourers from MP, who lost their lives in the fireworks factory accident in Deesa area of Banaskantha, Gujarat.

Mass escape from Chaibasa Juvenile Home sparks security concerns

A major security lapse was exposed when 21 juvenile inmates escaped from the juvenile correctional home in Chaibasa, the headquarters of West Singhbhum district in Jharkhand.

Two killed in attack by wild elephants in Chhattisgarh

Two persons died in separate incidents of elephant attacks in the Balrampur district of Chhattisgarh, officials said here.

Security forces launch “Search & Destroy” operation against fleeing terrorists in Kathua

Security forces on Tuesday launched "Search & Destroy Operations" against a group of three Pakistani terrorists who were on the run after having killed four policemen in an encounter in the Kathua district.

North Bengal BJP MLAs in Delhi to push for development

A delegation of 10 BJP MLAs from north Bengal is currently in Delhi, engaging with Union ministers to push for development initiatives and address key regional concerns.

Nakshatra Samman honouring real-life heroes

The second season of the prestigious TV9 Bangla Nakshatra Samman has honoured individuals who have illuminated Bengal’s legacy on national and international platforms.

7 gram panchayats nominated for Centre’s e-governance award

Kashipur gram panchayat, under Kashipur block in Purulia district has been nominated for the central government’s prestigious national e-governance award along with six other gram panchayats in the state.

Firecracker factory blast: Two arrested after 8 die

Police probing the incident of massive blasts in a firecracker manufacturing factory-cum-store in Patharpratima area of South 24-Parganas district on Monday night have arrested two persons on Tuesday.

Spiritual sounds

Being tech savvy with a knack for enterprise, Dasa decided to launch an App which, once downloaded, would give readers across the world access to audio versions of all the spiritual books which have ever been published by BBT.

Emotion and anxiety at Akhaura border retreat show

The retreat of a bugle and marching by Border Security Force soldiers in crisp uniforms was in harmony with Border Guard Bangladesh personnel as the two sides performed a Retreat Ceremony drill on a February weekend.

Boman Irani speaks on working with Shyam Benegal

In an interview with Subhash K Jha, Boman Irani speaks on working with Shyam Benegal and completing 15 years of Well Done Abba

‘Water, by nature, is divine’

The Mahakumbh may be over, but the questions and debates surrounding it are yet to end. There are questions such as if a holy dip actually washes away all your sins and takes you along the path to heaven straight away, let alone giving you immortality.

Man rescued in Myanmar’s Nay Pyi Taw five days after earthquake

Two people were trapped under the debris, and rescue teams from the Myanmar Fire Services Department and Turkey successfully pulled one survivor to safety, the information team said.

Ahead of “Liberation Day”, Trump says India dropping tariffs on American goods “very substantially”

"I think I heard that India just a little while ago is going to be dropping its tariffs very substantially, and I said, Why didn't somebody do this a long time ago?" Trump said.

4 degree Celsius rise in global temperatures may cut world GDP by 40 pc: Study

A team of Australian researchers on Tuesday said that 4-degree Celsius rise in global temperatures would cut world GDP by around 40 per cent by 2100 – a sharp increase from previous estimates of around 11 per cent.

MLS: Sporting KC part ways with Peter Vermes after 16-year tenure, appoint Kerry Zavagnin as interim head coach

Sporting Kansas City announced on Monday that the club has mutually agreed to part ways with Manager Peter Vermes, ending his trophy-laden run as Major League Soccer’s longest-tenured head coach and one of the longest-serving managers in global soccer.

FB live empowers 9 lakh UP sugarcane farmers with latest techniques, expert guidance

Leveraging digital platforms for agricultural advancement, the Sugarcane Development Council has successfully trained over 9 lakh sugarcane farmers through Facebook Live sessions.

India’s Manufacturing PMI rises to 58.1 in March, highest in 8 months

India's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 58.1 in March 2025, up from 56.3 in February, and its highest mark in 8 months.

India less vulnerable to US tariff shocks than others: Report

India will remain the fastest growing economy among the advanced and emerging G-20 countries and the large size of its domestic market makes the country less vulnerable to potential shocks from US tariff policy.

NHAI hikes toll charges on highways and expressways across country

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has raised toll charges for motorists driving through NHAI and expressways across the country by an average of 4 to 5 per cent as part of the annual exercise of factoring in inflation costs.

Raashii Khanna turns workout grind into pure fun—and fans can’t get enough!

Fans are absolutely loving this refreshing take on fitness, flooding the comments with heart emojis and praise for her dedication.

IFFLA 2025 drops a sizzling roster of must-watch South Asian films

The festival has unveiled its official selections for 2025, presenting a wide-ranging lineup of films that explore themes of identity, family, tradition, and modernity.

Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar team up with producer Mahaveer Jain for comedy trilogy: Report

Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar are uniting with Mahaveer Jain for a high-concept film promising laughter, surprises, and grand visuals.

Sara Ali Khan gets real about her journey: “I had forgotten to celebrate”

Sara got candid about how she sees her journey in the film industry. When asked if she’s comfortable with where she is, the 'Atrangi Re' star had a refreshing take.

IPL 2025: Nick Knight backs PBKS winning formula under Iyer and Ponting

Former England cricketer Nick Knight believes Punjab Kings (PBKS) have found a winning formula in IPL 2025, with the leadership of captain Shreyas Iyer and head coach Ricky Ponting.

NZ beat Pakistan in 2nd ODI to take unassailable series lead

New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 84 runs in the second ODI here at Seddon Park on Wednesday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

IPL 2025: Table-toppers RCB look to build on early momentum against Gujarat Titans

The RCB side kicked off their IPL 2025 campaign in style by registering a seven-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders before ending a 17-year jinx at the Chepauk with a 50-run win against Chennai Super Kings in their second match.

I just had a banana because there was pressure: Ashwani opens up on dream IPL debut

Knowing his village was watching him play, he added, “Everyone back in the village will be watching me play. I got my opportunity today, and I'm very happy.”

Data analytics course breaking barriers for non-techies

The digital age has transformed industries, and data has emerged as the new oil, creating a need for data-driven decision-making.

CBSE releases revised 2025-26 syllabus

Days after introducing bi-annual board examinations for Class 10, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a revised syllabus for Classes 10 and 12 for the academic session 2025-26.

Financial literacy as a catalyst for preparing future leaders

India is undergoing a period of rapid economic transformation, yet financial literacy among its youth remains alarmingly low.

Educationists demand two-language formula in Karnataka

Language activists and education experts in Karnataka are staunchly opposing the three language formula — and Hindi, which has resulted in 90,000 students failing in the SSLC examinations and thus losing a year.

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National Educational Policy paves way for making a self-reliant nation: PM

Highlighting the historic transformation of India’s education sector in the past decade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 as India’s intellectual renaissance, paving the way for a self-reliant, globally competitive nation through education and innovation.

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