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Saudi schools just did the unthinkable: Video games are now part of education curriculum in KSA

Saudi schools just did the unthinkable: Video games are now part of education curriculum in KSA

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Saudi Arabia Integrates Gaming into School Curricula: A Digital Education Revolution (Representative Image) In a bold and unprecedented move, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Education has officially approved the inclusion of electronic gaming, both competitive and educational aspects, in school curricula across all education levels. This landmark initiative aims to bridge traditional education with 21st-century digital…

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NEW DELHI: The Union home ministry has issued an order that all six stanzas of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ — including the last four that were dropped by the Jawaharlal’s Nehru govt, allegedly to maintain the song’s ‘secular’ appeal — shall be sung at all official functions and other occasions.The home ministry order dated 06.02.2026 lays down the ‘official version ’ of the song — encapsulating all six stanzas of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s original composition. The duration for which the song shall be played or sung shall be 3 minutes and 10 seconds,” the order states while laying down the occasions on which the ‘Vande Mataram’ shall be sung or played as well as the protocols to be observed in due honour of the national song.The MHA instructions on ‘Vande Mataram’ coincide with the celebration of 150th anniversary of the creation of the song.All members of the audience present when the national song is being played must stand in attention pose. However, this shall not be mandatory in cinema halls when Vande Mataram is being played as part of the film or during news reels “as a standing audience interferes with viewing of the film and can lead to disturbance of peace and disorder”.As per MHA’s instructions, the national song is to be played at all civil honorary ceremonies, official state functions as well as at events organised by the govt graced by the President of India. The song shall be played both upon the arrival and departure of the President from such functions.‘Vande Mataram’ shall also be played before and after the President’s address to the nation broadcast on state media like Akashwani and Doordarshan.At the state level, the national song shall be played at all official state functions upon the arrival and departure of the governor or lieutenant governor.In addition, Vande Mataram shall be played at any other occasion in respect of which the govt of India has issued an enabling order.Before the national song is to be played, there will be a drumroll — an instrument like ‘mridang’ or trumpet shall be played. In a marching drill, there will be seven steps leading to start of the national song.In its instructions regarding singing of ‘Vande Mataram’, the MHA said it would be sung at all cultural events and occasions where the national flag is being hoisted. Also it may be sung upon the arrival and departure of the President of India at govt and public functions other than formal state events.All six stanzas of the national song, as per the official version, must be sung at such events, the MHA has instructed.Informal events attended by ministers may also witness group rendition of the song.The morning school assemblies of all schools must incorporate group singing of the national song, as per MHA guidelines.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Need Not Worry About Bangladesh-US Trade Deal: Former Envoy Veena SikriTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla123Photostories4 life lessons hidden in the Hanuman ChalisaThe 50: From Khanzaadi’s derogatory remarks on Chahat Pandey’s character to Rajat Dalal nominating Karan Patel for not being visible; episode highlights6 climbers to transform your fence or balcony into a floral paradiseFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more5 warning signs to spot before starting a serious relationship8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the World123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingAndre Grey and Leigh Anne Net WorthAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

NEW DELHI: The Union home ministry has issued an order that all six stanzas of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ — including the last four that were dropped by the Jawaharlal’s Nehru govt, allegedly to maintain the song’s ‘secular’ appeal — shall be sung at all official functions and other occasions.The home ministry order dated 06.02.2026 lays down the ‘official version ’ of the song — encapsulating all six stanzas of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s original composition. The duration for which the song shall be played or sung shall be 3 minutes and 10 seconds,” the order states while laying down the occasions on which the ‘Vande Mataram’ shall be sung or played as well as the protocols to be observed in due honour of the national song.The MHA instructions on ‘Vande Mataram’ coincide with the celebration of 150th anniversary of the creation of the song.All members of the audience present when the national song is being played must stand in attention pose. However, this shall not be mandatory in cinema halls when Vande Mataram is being played as part of the film or during news reels “as a standing audience interferes with viewing of the film and can lead to disturbance of peace and disorder”.As per MHA’s instructions, the national song is to be played at all civil honorary ceremonies, official state functions as well as at events organised by the govt graced by the President of India. The song shall be played both upon the arrival and departure of the President from such functions.‘Vande Mataram’ shall also be played before and after the President’s address to the nation broadcast on state media like Akashwani and Doordarshan.At the state level, the national song shall be played at all official state functions upon the arrival and departure of the governor or lieutenant governor.In addition, Vande Mataram shall be played at any other occasion in respect of which the govt of India has issued an enabling order.Before the national song is to be played, there will be a drumroll — an instrument like ‘mridang’ or trumpet shall be played. In a marching drill, there will be seven steps leading to start of the national song.In its instructions regarding singing of ‘Vande Mataram’, the MHA said it would be sung at all cultural events and occasions where the national flag is being hoisted. Also it may be sung upon the arrival and departure of the President of India at govt and public functions other than formal state events.All six stanzas of the national song, as per the official version, must be sung at such events, the MHA has instructed.Informal events attended by ministers may also witness group rendition of the song.The morning school assemblies of all schools must incorporate group singing of the national song, as per MHA guidelines.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Need Not Worry About Bangladesh-US Trade Deal: Former Envoy Veena SikriTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla123Photostories4 life lessons hidden in the Hanuman ChalisaThe 50: From Khanzaadi’s derogatory remarks on Chahat Pandey’s character to Rajat Dalal nominating Karan Patel for not being visible; episode highlights6 climbers to transform your fence or balcony into a floral paradiseFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more5 warning signs to spot before starting a serious relationship8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the World123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingAndre Grey and Leigh Anne Net WorthAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

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NEW DELHI: The Union home ministry has issued an order that all six stanzas of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ — including the last four that were dropped by the Jawaharlal’s Nehru govt, allegedly to maintain the song’s ‘secular’ appeal — shall be sung at all official functions and other occasions.The home ministry order dated…

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Feb 11, 2026, 10:04 IST

Feb 11, 2026, 10:04 IST

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Two wrongs don’t make a right. As much as the BCCI was at fault in instructing the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL team, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) was wrong in trying to score a political point by saying they would like to avoid touring India for the T20…

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South Africa vs Afghanistan Live Score, T20 World Cup 2026: Cornered Afghanistan face uphill battle against confident South Africa

South Africa vs Afghanistan Live Score, T20 World Cup 2026: Cornered Afghanistan face uphill battle against confident South Africa

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Afghanistan: Rashid Khan (c), Ibrahim Zadran (vc), Darwish Rasooli, Mohammad Ishaq (wk), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Shahidullah, Abdollah Ahmadzai, Faqalhaq Farooqi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Ziaur Rahman. South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock (wk), David Miller, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs,…

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NIOS vocational exam result 2026 released at nios.ac.in: Direct link to download here

NIOS vocational exam result 2026 released at nios.ac.in: Direct link to download here

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NIOS vocational exam result 2026: The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has officially declared the results for the Vocational Education Courses (Oct-Nov 2025) examination on February 3, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exams can now check and download their results from the official NIOS portal at voc.nios.ac.in/result/index.According to the official notification, a total…

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Eva Mendes’ hilarious confession about the only co-star of Ryan Gosling she’s ever been jealous of

Eva Mendes’ hilarious confession about the only co-star of Ryan Gosling she’s ever been jealous of

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Eva Mendes playfully revealed her ‘most jealous’ co-star is Rocky, Ryan Gosling’s CGI companion in ‘Project Hail Mary’. Despite this lighthearted jab, Mendes cherishes filming ‘The Place Beyond the Pines’ with Gosling, calling it his ‘greatest experience’. Meeting Ryan profoundly shifted Mendes’ perspective on motherhood, leading to their two daughters. Ryan Gosling can kiss in…

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This Indian man left his engineering job and ended up at Milan Fashion Week – here’s how he did it!

This Indian man left his engineering job and ended up at Milan Fashion Week – here’s how he did it!

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Shubham Vaidkar, a former civil engineer from India, has captured global attention by walking for Giorgio Armani at Milan Fashion Week. His viral video showcases a dramatic personal and professional transformation, inspiring many with his courage to pursue an unlikely dream. Vaidkar’s journey highlights the power of self-belief and reinvention, proving that unconventional paths can…

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NEW DELHI: Niti Aayog has proposed a roadmap for a net zero pathway for the transport sector which includes phasing out diesel vehicles and focusing on cleaner technologies, as well as tightening Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms.“The transition strategy should begin with the phased elimination of polluting diesel vehicles and the adoption of lower-emission technologies such as CNG, hybrids, and electric vehicles,” said the report, while laying down a long-term pathway to achieve net zero transport emissions by 2070.The report, released Tuesday, said the transition would begin with gradual removal of diesel vehicles and a shift towards cleaner technologies such as CNG, hybrids and electric vehicles. In the next phase, the focus will be on greater use of biofuels through flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs), higher Bio-CNG blending and hybrid FFV models, while electric vehicle adoption continues to rise. The final phase is a full shift to zero-emission vehicles. Niti Aayog said road transport depended heavily on fossil fuels, with petrol and diesel accounting for more than 80% of energy consumption. The think tank warned that India’s ability to cut emissions will also depend on how effectively it enforced CAFE norms.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123PhotostoriesFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind them123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

NEW DELHI: Niti Aayog has proposed a roadmap for a net zero pathway for the transport sector which includes phasing out diesel vehicles and focusing on cleaner technologies, as well as tightening Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms.“The transition strategy should begin with the phased elimination of polluting diesel vehicles and the adoption of lower-emission technologies such as CNG, hybrids, and electric vehicles,” said the report, while laying down a long-term pathway to achieve net zero transport emissions by 2070.The report, released Tuesday, said the transition would begin with gradual removal of diesel vehicles and a shift towards cleaner technologies such as CNG, hybrids and electric vehicles. In the next phase, the focus will be on greater use of biofuels through flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs), higher Bio-CNG blending and hybrid FFV models, while electric vehicle adoption continues to rise. The final phase is a full shift to zero-emission vehicles. Niti Aayog said road transport depended heavily on fossil fuels, with petrol and diesel accounting for more than 80% of energy consumption. The think tank warned that India’s ability to cut emissions will also depend on how effectively it enforced CAFE norms.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123PhotostoriesFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind them123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

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NEW DELHI: Niti Aayog has proposed a roadmap for a net zero pathway for the transport sector which includes phasing out diesel vehicles and focusing on cleaner technologies, as well as tightening Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms.“The transition strategy should begin with the phased elimination of polluting diesel vehicles and the adoption of lower-emission…

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CGPSC SSE admit card 2026 released at ecgpsconline.in: Direct link to download here

CGPSC SSE admit card 2026 released at ecgpsconline.in: Direct link to download here

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The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released the State Services Examination (SSE) Admit Card 2026 on its official website. The recruitment drive aims to fill 239 posts across various state government departments. Candidates who successfully completed the application process can now download their hall tickets and prepare for the preliminary examination scheduled later this…

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Did Prakash Raj REPLACE Akshaye Khanna in ‘Drishyam 3’; South actor says, ‘I’m sure you will love it’

Did Prakash Raj REPLACE Akshaye Khanna in ‘Drishyam 3’; South actor says, ‘I’m sure you will love it’

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In an exciting turn of events, Prakash Raj has been tapped to join the ensemble of ‘Drishyam 3’, making it clear that he won’t be taking over anyone’s role. His addition follows Akshaye Khanna’s reported departure over pay and creative differences. Read the full article to know more in detail. Read on to know more….

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Curiosity Corner: Why do we have fingerprints, and why are they all different? |

Curiosity Corner: Why do we have fingerprints, and why are they all different? |

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Discover the unique marvel of fingerprints, those intricate patterns on our fingertips that remain unchanged from birth. Formed by a blend of genetics and prenatal development, these ridges enhance grip and touch. With three main patterns–loops, whorls, and arches – each print is a personal signature, vital for identification and a testament to nature’s artistry….

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