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Centre scraps 'no-detention policy' for classes 5 and 8 students

Following the amendment to the Right to Education Act (RTE) in 2019, at least 16 states and two Union Territories have already done away with the 'no-detention policy' for the two classes

23 December,2024 04:58 PM IST | PTI
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Priyanka Gandhi slams BJP over 18 per cent GST on exam forms

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra shared an examination form of the Kalyan Singh Super Speciality Cancer Institute, Sultanpur, that showed 18 per cent GST was being charged

23 December,2024 03:28 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Delhi HC denies anticipatory bail to puja khedkar in UPSC cheating case

Delhi High Court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar, who is accused of cheating and fraudulently availing OBC and disability quota benefits in the 2022 UPSC exam

23 December,2024 02:54 PM IST
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Parliament scuffle: Injured BJP MPs discharged from hospital

BJP leaders Pratap Sarangi (69) from Odisha and Mukesh Rajput from Uttar Pradesh were brought to Ram Manohar Lohia hospital from Parliament with head injuries

23 December,2024 02:42 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Breaking news: Police arrest mastermind of celebrity kidnapping gang in Bijnor

The Uttar Pradesh Police have successfully arrested Lavi Pal, the mastermind behind a gang involved in kidnapping actor Mushtaq Khan and comedian Sunil Pal. The arrest took place after an encounter in Bijnor on Sunday night.

23 December,2024 01:56 PM IST
Opinion

If Santa Claus could make it happen

Our sutradhaars reveal contents of their letter to St Nick, hoping, wishing and praying that he’ll manage to pull off a Christmas miracle for their beloved city

23 December,2024 01:12 PM IST | Fiona Fernandez
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Pune: 3 killed, 6 injured as truck crushes people sleeping on footpath

Police officials stated that the incident took place at around 12.30 am in the Wagholi area. Several persons were sleeping on the footpath during the incident, the police said

23 December,2024 01:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Three Khalistan terrorists encountered in joint UP-Punjab cops operation

The encounter took place inside the jurisdiction of the Puranpur Police Station in Pilibhit and involved joint police teams from Pilibhit and Punjab

23 December,2024 12:02 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Shambhu border case: SC forms committee to resolve farmers' grievances

The panel, led by Justice Nawab Singh, a former Punjab and Haryana High Court judge, sought to address farmers' concerns without politicising the Shambhu border case.

23 December,2024 09:58 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Opposition stages protest at Vidhan Bhawan steps over farmers' issues

Leader of Opposition in the legislative council Ambadas Danve, his Shiv Sena (UBT) colleagues Sunil Prabhu and Bhaskar Jadhav, Congress leaders Nana Patole Nitin Raut, Bhai Jagtap and other Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) legislators staged a demonstration at the Vidhan Bhawan steps

23 December,2024 09:57 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Maharashtra: Farmers briefly halt onion auctions at Nashik after price dip

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar urged the central government to remove 20 per cent export duties and provide relief to the farmers

23 December,2024 09:56 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Explained: History of the National Farmer's Day

Every year on December 23, National Farmer's Day, also known as Kisan Diwas, is celebrated nationwide to acknowledge and pay tribute to farmers, who are considered the backbone of the country

23 December,2024 09:44 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Light rain brings chill to Delhi-NCR, AQI at 403 remains severe

Light rain brings chill to Delhi-NCR, AQI at 403 remains severe

A coldwave gripped Delhi as light rain dropped temperatures to 8°C, while the AQI remained at a hazardous 403, with several areas in the 'severe' category

23 December,2024 09:06 AM IST | New Delhi
Small plane crashes into Brazilian city, killing at least 10 people

Small plane crashes into Brazilian city, killing at least 10 people

The aircraft collided with several buildings, causing widespread damage and leaving over a dozen people injured, according to official Brazilian authorities

23 December,2024 08:58 AM IST | Gramado (Rio Grande do Sul) | Agencies
Lucknow: IOB bank broken into, several lockers robbed

Lucknow: IOB bank broken into, several lockers robbed

"Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) is aware of the unfortunate incident involving a robbery which occurred despite adequate security measures at our Chinhat Branch in Lucknow

23 December,2024 08:58 AM IST | Lucknow | PTI
Tejashwi writes to Nitish, flags irregularities in BPSC exam

Tejashwi writes to Nitish, flags irregularities in BPSC exam

“I demand the cancellation of the entire 70th Preliminary Examination and the organisation of a re-examination for all candidates to ensure fairness,” Yadav said

23 December,2024 08:58 AM IST | Patna | IANS
Fire breaks out in J-K's Doda

Fire breaks out in J-K's Doda

The region has witnessed several fire incidents in past couple of weeks. On Saturday as well fire broke out in the Dessa Forest Area of Jammu and Kashmir's Doda

23 December,2024 08:57 AM IST | Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) | ANI
CM Nitish Kumar to lead NDA in 2025 state polls

CM Nitish Kumar to lead NDA in 2025 state polls

“The NDA is working under the leadership of Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bihar and we will continue to contest elections under the leadership of both leaders

23 December,2024 08:21 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Tripura developed most under BJP rule: Amit Shah

Tripura developed most under BJP rule: Amit Shah

Addressing a public meeting here after visiting a village where displaced Bru tribals were rehabilitated, Shah said that Tripura remained behind on all parameters of development during the communist rule but is now moving forward on the path of progress

23 December,2024 08:21 AM IST | Dhalai (Tripura) | Agencies
Congress asks SC to reopen Pegasus spyware probe

Congress asks SC to reopen Pegasus spyware probe

Surjewala shared a media report which said that, for the first time, a court in the US had held Israel’s NSO Group liable for its intrusive spyware Pegasus

23 December,2024 08:21 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Two dead in Mohali building collapse; probe ordered

Two dead in Mohali building collapse; probe ordered

The multi-storey building collapsed on Saturday evening in Sohana village

23 December,2024 08:21 AM IST | Chandigarh | Agencies
Maha Kumbh 2025: Watch stunning visuals of the preparations

    Maha Kumbh 2025: Watch stunning visuals of the preparations

    The Maha Kumbh Mela is a significant Hindu festival that happens every 12 years at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Preparations are already underway for the Maha Kumbh 2025, which will be held in Prayagraj. This grand event attracts millions of devotees who come to take a holy dip at the confluence of three rivers. To ensure everything is in place, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit Prayagraj to review the progress of the preparations. The event will require careful planning and arrangements for the safety and comfort of the visitors, with efforts being made to make the event a success.

    23 December,2024 04:11 PM IST
    US President-elect Trump criticises Panama for charging

    US President-elect Trump criticises Panama for charging "exorbitant prices" for

    Trump added that the canal was to be managed by Panama. He criticised Panama for charging "exorbitant prices" from the US

    23 December,2024 08:57 AM IST | Washington DC | ANI

    Israeli air strikes across Gaza Strip kill at least 20

    A strike on a school housing displaced people in Gaza City killed at least eight people, including three children, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry

    23 December,2024 08:18 AM IST | Deir Al-Balah (Gaza Strip) | Agencies

    South Korea launches 3rd spy satellite

    The launched satellite succeeded in communicating with an overseas ground station at 11.30 pm in a step indicating the satellite’s normal operation

    23 December,2024 08:18 AM IST | Seoul | Agencies
    Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones

    Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones

    As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you

    21 December,2024 03:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

    In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees

    21 December,2024 03:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Over 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report

    The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts

    18 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | Dehradun
    A saree-clad sentinel

    A saree-clad sentinel

    In a sea of books on Mumbai, a new one dives deeper into its coastal riches, reimagining biodiversity in the wake of climate crisis

    22 December,2024 07:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Sumedha Raikar Mhatre
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