When the University Grants Commission (UGC), the statutory body under the Union education ministry that regulates universities and colleges, notified its Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions Regulations, 2026, it introduced a new set of rules that will apply across campuses nationwide.The regulations govern how colleges and universities must prevent, identify, and respond to…
India’s Sanju Samson (PTI Photo) Former India batter Aakash Chopra has openly questioned whether Sanju Samson will retain his spot in India’s playing XI for the remainder of the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand, even with the final match scheduled in Thiruvananthapuram, the wicketkeeper-batter’s home ground. India hold a 2-0 lead in the five-match…
Scotland replace Bangladesh NEW DELHI: Bangladesh are officially out of the T20 World Cup, and Scotland have been named as their replacement, according to a report from Cricbuzz. The decision did not come as a surprise, as it had been building for days. The final call was taken on Saturday morning.The report understands that ICC…
Each year, the Union Budget draws the nation’s attention as it defines the country’s economic direction for the new financial year. As Finance Minister wields the fiscal scalpel, focussed on tax rates, rebalancing expenditure, and setting priorities, every Indian household, business and policymaker watches keenly to understand what they will gain or lose.Past budgets have…
The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has officially released the AP Intermediate (Class 12) hall tickets for practical examinations on January 24, 2026. Students appearing for the Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) February–March 2026, including both General and Vocational streams, can now download their hall tickets from the official website — bie.ap.gov.in. The announcement…
Filmmaker Anil Ravipudi passionately encourages pan-Indian icons to strike a harmonious balance between high-budget extravaganzas and intimate regional narratives. Drawing comparisons between the box office triumph of his film featuring Chiranjeevi and Prabhas’s ‘The Raja Saab’, he argues that diversifying projects can not only invigorate the industry but also safeguard theatres from extinction, unveiling the…
India’s luxury housing market has been on a roll over the past few years. From Mumbai’s dreamy sea-view apartments to sky-kissing penthouses in Gurugram, rich buyers are looking up for homes that set new records. As we explored, we found some properties which went viral for their unimaginable flat deals. It not only showcases the…
Some stories don’t shout; they arrive quietly and stay with us long after we’ve scrolled past. The story of Vanshpreet Singh (husband), Anmol Kaur (wife) and their five-year-old son Sukhmehar Singh is one such tale of hope, faith and self-respect. Mohali’s deaf and mute couple’s story reminds us that courage doesn’t always speak aloud, and…
Russia launched more than 370 drones and 21 missiles at Ukraine overnight, Kyiv said on Saturday, accusing Moscow of deliberately undermining peace talks as negotiators from Russia, Ukraine and the United States met in Abu Dhabi for a second day of discussions to end the nearly four-year-long war.“Peace efforts? Trilateral meeting in the UAE? Diplomacy?…
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant (File photo) NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Saturday described high courts as “primary sentinels” (guards) to ensure that the rule of law is not a “distant concept” for the common man.CJI Kant made the remark at a felicitation programme of the Bombay high court…
Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland waves (AP Photo/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake) Stan Wawrinka’s long and emotional relationship with the Australian Open came to an end on Saturday, with the 40-year-old bowing out in the third round after a hard-fought defeat to Taylor Fritz in Melbourne. The popular Swiss veteran, playing the final season of his career, went…
Scotland replace Bangladesh at T20 World Cup NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially replaced Bangladesh with Scotland for the ICC men’s T20 World Cup 2026, according to a report from Cricbuzz. The tournament is scheduled to begin on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. With the decision now confirmed, Scotland will…
MUMBAI: Kotak Mahindra Bank reported a standalone net profit of Rs 3,446 crore for the quarter ended Dec 31, 2025, up 4.3% from Rs 3,305 crore a year earlier, supported by growth in net interest income and other income. On a consolidated basis, net profit stood at Rs 4,924 crore, a 5% increase from Rs…
UPPRPB announces February schedule for UP Police SI Confidential and ASI Clerk Accounts typing test The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board has announced the schedule for the computer typing test for select ministerial posts in the Uttar Pradesh Police. The update was shared through the board’s official X handle, @upprpb, providing clarity to…
Amanda Bynes has unveiled a new ‘Trap Star’ tattoo on her left hand, adding to her extensive ink collection. The 39-year-old actor, who has been open about her body transformation and Ozempic use, shared the process on Instagram. Previously, Bynes discussed her weight loss journey and past struggles with appearance and mental health. Since last…
A Chembur woman was defrauded of nearly ₹16.34 lakh by an impersonator posing as Elon Musk. The scammer promised marriage and a life in the US, then directed her to pay for a visa through Amazon gift cards. When she refused further payment, the fraudsters disappeared. A 40-year-old woman from Chembur believed she had stumbled…
For over a century, it was assumed that science had a handle on the big categories of life on Earth: plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms were the stanchions of biological classification. Now, however, a towering ancient organism called Prototaxites has forced scientists to reconsider those assumptions in their entirety. Reaching as tall as 26 feet…
The five-day annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) ended on Friday, January 23. As many as 64 heads of state or government attended the event at Davos, Switzerland. The 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum convened nearly 3,000 leaders from government, business, civil society and academia under the theme “A Spirit…
Emirates cancelled multiple Dubai US flights January 24 and 26 due to Winter Storm Fern/Image: X Emirates Airlines has announced the cancellation of several flights to the United States between January 24 and January 26 amid ongoing disruptions caused by Winter Storm Fern.In a statement issued on its official website, Emirates said the decision was…
BSSC Field Assistant result 2025 for prelims (Photo credit: Freepik) The Bihar Staff Selection Commission has announced the result for the Prelims exam for the position of Field Assistant Exam Result 2025-26 on 22 January 2026. The Prelims exam was conducted on 10 August 2025 to fill various posts in Agriculture Departments. The result has…
