Naresh Pal Gangwar appointed as new Education Secretary amid NEET paper leak protest, Vineet Joshi removed
Paper leak cases need separate, stricter laws: Harish Salve bats for reforms in examination system | EXCLUSIVE
Delhi Police blocks over 400 Pakistani social media accounts over fake news, maligning NEET paper leak protest
Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike in presence of Union Ministers JP Nadda, Jitendra Singh
CJP calls nationwide protest on July 24 despite Centre’s assurance on paper leaks
Infosys appoints Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO-designate, here’s everything you need to know about him
CM Vijay’s viral Assembly hand gesture features in Jana Nayagan opening scene; theatres erupt in cheers
Majority of Delhi University UG students skip 4th year of FYUP; know why – Explained
Passports of those involved in violence during CJP protest may be cancelled, say Delhi Police sources
Stage set for Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Assembly polls: Will MK Stalin, Mamata Banerjee hold their ground?
Amid tight security, the stage is all set for high-stakes electoral battle as West Bengal and Tamil Nadu head to the assembly elections on Thursday. While Tamil Nadu is voting in a single phase across 234 seats, West Bengal will vote for 152 seats in first phase. And the second phase of West Bengal assembly contest will be held on April 29. Governed by regional heavyweights, both the poll-bound states have witnessed an intense, high-decibel political campaigns.
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Trump claims Iran halts execution of eight women protesters at his request: ‘I very much appreciate it’
A major development has emerged amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East as US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran has suspended the execution of eight women protesters who were facing the death penalty. Posting on Truth Social, Trump described it as “very good news” and said the punishment of the protesters had been put on hold following his intervention.
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‘CM has put entire system in danger’: SC rebukes Mamata Banerjee day ahead of polling in Bengal
The Union government has proposed a draft framework to replace the decades-old Sugarcane (Control) Order of 1966. The proposed Sugarcane (Control) Order, 2026, aims to modernise oversight by incorporating ethanol production, digital compliance systems and a structured approval mechanism for factories, news agency PTI reported. The Centre has invited public comments on the draft till May 20. While the new proposal retains key provisions such as Fair and Remunerative Price norms, restrictions on cane movement, a 14-day payment timeline for farmers, and a 15 per cent annual interest on delayed dues, it also introduces wide-ranging changes to reflect the evolving nature of the industry.
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Mohammad Nawaz tests positive for recreational drug use, ICC alerts Pakistan Cricket Board
All-rounder Mohammad Nawaz is currently under investigation by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after reportedly testing positive for recreational drug use. The incident has disrupted Nawaz’s plans to join Surrey for the T20 Blast in England, with the deal now officially cancelled.
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Kedarnath Dham portals open for devotees amid chants of ‘Har Har Mahadev’; Uttarakhand CM Dhami offers prayers
The sacred portals of Kedarnath Dham, the eleventh Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva, were ceremoniously opened for devotees on Wednesday (April 22)with proper rituals and Vedic chants, marking a grand confluence of faith, devotion, and divinity.
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Jaafar Jackson set to portray uncle Michael Jackson in debut film Michael, says ‘Can’t wait for the world…’
Jaafar Jackson has been drawing steady attention ever since he was cast as Michael Jackson in the upcoming biopic Michael. The film is slated to release in Indian theatres on April 24, 2026, and there’s already a fair amount of curiosity around it. For many, the interest goes beyond the film itself and into who Jaafar is and how closely he’s connected to the global icon. What makes this casting stand out is the real-life link. Jaafar isn’t just stepping into a challenging role; he’s portraying his own uncle.
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Modi govt revamps six-decade-old sugarcane law; seeks public comments on draft by May 20
The Union government has proposed a draft framework to replace the decades-old Sugarcane (Control) Order of 1966. The proposed Sugarcane (Control) Order, 2026, aims to modernise oversight by incorporating ethanol production, digital compliance systems and a structured approval mechanism for factories, news agency PTI reported. The Centre has invited public comments on the draft till May 20. While the new proposal retains key provisions such as Fair and Remunerative Price norms, restrictions on cane movement, a 14-day payment timeline for farmers, and a 15 per cent annual interest on delayed dues, it also introduces wide-ranging changes to reflect the evolving nature of the industry.
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West Bengal Assembly Election: EC imposes restrictions on bike rallies, check timing, guidelines
The West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer on Tuesday imposed complete restrictions on motor bike rallies from polling day-2 onwards in the state, and bike riding from 6 am to 6 pm except for in case of emergencies or for polling, to “ensure free, fair, peaceful and violence-free elections” and “to prevent any form of intimidation and source jamming.” The restrictions are imposed from Tuesday – two days before polling – and will apply to all 152 Assembly constituencies going to vote in the first phase on April 23.
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Heatwave to intensify in Delhi from April 22, IMD says temperature likely to touch 42 degrees Celsius
Heatwave in the national capital will intensify from April 22 till April 24 with the maximum temperature likely to touch 42 degrees Celsius and the minimum expected to hover around 22 degrees Celsius, the India Meteorological Department said on Tuesday.
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BJP files complaint with EC against Kharge’s ‘terrorist’ remark on PM Modi, seeks public apology
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday filed a complaint with the Election Commission (EC) to take immediate cognisance of Mallikarjun Kharge’s “terrorist” remark against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and direct the Congress president to submit a public apology.
Read more‘More strict actions against paper leaks to come in Cabinet meeting on Friday: PM Modi on NEET issue
