July 14, 2026
Casb Admit Card: IAF Agniveervayu admit card released for 01/2027 intake: Direct link to download hall ticket here

Casb Admit Card: IAF Agniveervayu admit card released for 01/2027 intake: Direct link to download hall ticket here

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IAF Agniveervayu 01/2027 intake admit card: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the Agniveervayu admit card for Intake 01/2027 today, March 27, 2026. Candidates who registered for the examination can now download their hall ticket from the official websites, iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in or agnipathvayu.cdac.in.Earlier, the Indian Air Force had released the city intimation slip on March…

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Meet Ravi Vij: Indian-origin cancer specialist honoured with a prestigious US professorship for redefining blood cancer treatment

Meet Ravi Vij: Indian-origin cancer specialist honoured with a prestigious US professorship for redefining blood cancer treatment

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The path from a medical college in New Delhi to one of the most prestigious academic appointments in American medicine is rarely straightforward. Ravi Vij followed that journey while building a career dedicated to understanding and treating blood cancers. The Indian-origin physician-scientist was recently named the inaugural Jeffrey S. and Prue H. Gershman Distinguished Professor…

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Defence boost: US clears Apache, M777 support deals for India worth over 8 million

Defence boost: US clears Apache, M777 support deals for India worth over $428 million

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NEW DELHI: The United States has approved the possible sale of support services and related equipment for Apache attack helicopters and M777 ultra-light howitzers to India in deals worth more than $428 million, according to the US department of state.The proposed sale includes Apache helicopter sustainment support services valued at an estimated $198.2 million and…

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‘Tighter bank-NBFC ties, external spillovers key risks’

‘Tighter bank-NBFC ties, external spillovers key risks’

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MUMBAI: The outlook for 2026 blends domestic resilience with rising global uncertainty, according to RBI’s financial stability report (Dec 2025). While India’s macroeconomic fundamentals and banking system remain sound, the report stresses that the economy is exposed to global shocks translating into rupee pressure, and to vulnerabilities created by deeper financial linkages at home. The…

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Forget Ronaldo: João Cancelo set for historic record no player has ever achieved if Barca win La Liga | International Sports News

Forget Ronaldo: João Cancelo set for historic record no player has ever achieved if Barca win La Liga | International Sports News

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João Cancelo/ Image: Instagram João Cancelo is on the verge of a milestone no player has reached before, with the Portuguese full-back one league title away from winning four of Europe’s so-called “Big Five” leagues, a benchmark that even Cristiano Ronaldo did not complete during his peak years across the continent. Barcelona’s position at the…

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Swarm attack stopper: India’s AI-powered anti-drone system with radar, jammers & hard-kill guns

Swarm attack stopper: India’s AI-powered anti-drone system with radar, jammers & hard-kill guns

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Photo credit: Zen technologies As low-cost drones, swarm UAVs and first-person-view attackdrones increasingly reshape modern warfare from Ukraine to West Asia, India is accelerating efforts to build indigenous counter-drone systems capable ofdetecting, jamming and physically destroying hostile aerial threats.Zen Technologies unveils AI-powered anti drone systemAt the North Tech Symposium 2026 in Prayagraj, Hyderabad-based Zen Technologies…

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Following Nitish Kumar’s resignation, Samrat Choudhary was voted in to become the next Bihar chief minister.Over 300 arrested, seven FIRs filed after fresh Noida workers’ protests. The probe also pointed to an organised WhatsApp network.US-Iran negotiations edge towards a second round of talks, with Islamabad and Geneva emerging as leading venue options.An unannounced gas outage in Pakistan’s Karachi is forcing families to queue for roti and LPG.Nine FIRs and multiple arrests were made at the TCS BPO unit in Nashik after multiple POSH complaints were ignored.Here are the top 5 news updates from the day:Samrat Choudhary set to become next Bihar chief ministerAfter Nitish Kumar resigned from the position of Bihar chief minister to join the Rajya Sabha, Samrat Choudhary was voted in to be the next Bihar CM, becoming the first BJP leader to hold the post. The move signalled a major political shift, ending Nitish Kumar’s over two-decade-long dominance in the state’s governance landscape. Follow live updates.Noida violence: Police flag QR code-based WhatsApp ‘syndicate’; 7 FIRs filed, over 300 heldFresh protests resurfaced in Noida despite heavy police deployment and a wage hike, though authorities said the situation remains under control. Over 300 people were arrested, and seven FIRs were filed after Monday’s violence. Investigation revealed a possible organised WhatsApp-based network behind the mobilisation. Read the full story.Islamabad or not? US–Iran talks inch toward second round after first failedThe US and Iran talks are now moving toward a second round of negotiations despite no breakthrough in earlier talks. With tensions high after weeks of conflict, both sides remain engaged. Islamabad and Geneva are being considered as possible venues for the next round of talks, with Pakistan positioning itself as a key mediator. Read the full story.Karachi families struggle as unannounced gas cuts enter second weekUnannounced gas outages have heavily disrupted daily life across Pakistan’s Karachi for a second week, forcing residents to queue for roti and LPG. The Sui Southern Gas Company had faced criticism for erratic supply, though it denied lapses. Households, especially women and students, are struggling amid worsening power and water shortages. Read the full story.POSH failure at TCS Nashik? HR AGM arrested for ‘ignoring’ complaintsA major probe into alleged sexual harassment at a TCS BPO unit in Nashik led to nine FIRs and multiple arrests, including an HR official from the POSH panel. An SIT examined complaints by women employees, with investigators scrutinising emails, chats and financial records over suspected lapses in grievance handling. Read the full story.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi–Dehradun Expressway Inaugurated: How It Cuts Travel Time And Protects WildlifeIndia Engages Israel On Iran And Hormuz Crisis As Jaishankar Pushes Dialogue Amid Rising TensionsWhy Samrat Choudhary Emerges As Likely Bihar CM As BJP Gains Edge With Strong Majority In Assembly‘Gross Injustice If Delayed’: PM Modi Seeks Backing for Women’s Reservation BillHow Secret Police Operation Uncovered Abuse, Coercion, Religious Pressure; Firm Promises ActionAfter Violent Noida Unrest, Uttar Pradesh Govt Raises Wages In Urgent Bid To Restore Calm And TrustNoida Violence Under Scanner As Probe Explores Pakistan Link, 350 People Arrested In CrackdownED Arrests I-Pac Co-Founder Vinesh Chandel; Big Blow To TMC Ahead Of Bengal PollsIndia Receives Iranian Crude After 7 Years Amid Looming US Hormuz Blockade CrisisVikram Misri Holds Key Talks With French FM, Discusses West Asia Conflict, Bilateral Ties123Photostories‘Bhooth Bangla’, ‘Dacoit’ To ‘The Drama’: What to watch in theatres this Week5 things you can bake beyond bread in an OTGIsrael–Lebanon tensions flare again: Inside Hezbollah’s arsenal and Lebanon’s military hand against IsraelBaisakhi 2026 outfit ideas: Traditional looks inspired by Bollywood actressesThese places have the most eerie and bizarre natural formations10 mysteries hidden beneath the ocean floor that scientists still can’t explain8 Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin D DeficiencyMumbai’s first closed-door local arrives, big safety shift on tracksThis is India’s leading milk-producing state: FSSAI’s general standards for milk composition and quality factorsWhy are wildlife enthusiasts heading to Jim Corbett National Park in April?123Hot PicksIran warStock market holidayPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingDelhi-Dehradun ExpresswayStock market holidayBank holiday todayKaty PerryAnna Kepner murderDon TzuPraful HingeIPL Points TableKavya MaranNFL news roundup

Following Nitish Kumar’s resignation, Samrat Choudhary was voted in to become the next Bihar chief minister.Over 300 arrested, seven FIRs filed after fresh Noida workers’ protests. The probe also pointed to an organised WhatsApp network.US-Iran negotiations edge towards a second round of talks, with Islamabad and Geneva emerging as leading venue options.An unannounced gas outage in Pakistan’s Karachi is forcing families to queue for roti and LPG.Nine FIRs and multiple arrests were made at the TCS BPO unit in Nashik after multiple POSH complaints were ignored.Here are the top 5 news updates from the day:Samrat Choudhary set to become next Bihar chief ministerAfter Nitish Kumar resigned from the position of Bihar chief minister to join the Rajya Sabha, Samrat Choudhary was voted in to be the next Bihar CM, becoming the first BJP leader to hold the post. The move signalled a major political shift, ending Nitish Kumar’s over two-decade-long dominance in the state’s governance landscape. Follow live updates.Noida violence: Police flag QR code-based WhatsApp ‘syndicate’; 7 FIRs filed, over 300 heldFresh protests resurfaced in Noida despite heavy police deployment and a wage hike, though authorities said the situation remains under control. Over 300 people were arrested, and seven FIRs were filed after Monday’s violence. Investigation revealed a possible organised WhatsApp-based network behind the mobilisation. Read the full story.Islamabad or not? US–Iran talks inch toward second round after first failedThe US and Iran talks are now moving toward a second round of negotiations despite no breakthrough in earlier talks. With tensions high after weeks of conflict, both sides remain engaged. Islamabad and Geneva are being considered as possible venues for the next round of talks, with Pakistan positioning itself as a key mediator. Read the full story.Karachi families struggle as unannounced gas cuts enter second weekUnannounced gas outages have heavily disrupted daily life across Pakistan’s Karachi for a second week, forcing residents to queue for roti and LPG. The Sui Southern Gas Company had faced criticism for erratic supply, though it denied lapses. Households, especially women and students, are struggling amid worsening power and water shortages. Read the full story.POSH failure at TCS Nashik? HR AGM arrested for ‘ignoring’ complaintsA major probe into alleged sexual harassment at a TCS BPO unit in Nashik led to nine FIRs and multiple arrests, including an HR official from the POSH panel. An SIT examined complaints by women employees, with investigators scrutinising emails, chats and financial records over suspected lapses in grievance handling. Read the full story.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi–Dehradun Expressway Inaugurated: How It Cuts Travel Time And Protects WildlifeIndia Engages Israel On Iran And Hormuz Crisis As Jaishankar Pushes Dialogue Amid Rising TensionsWhy Samrat Choudhary Emerges As Likely Bihar CM As BJP Gains Edge With Strong Majority In Assembly‘Gross Injustice If Delayed’: PM Modi Seeks Backing for Women’s Reservation BillHow Secret Police Operation Uncovered Abuse, Coercion, Religious Pressure; Firm Promises ActionAfter Violent Noida Unrest, Uttar Pradesh Govt Raises Wages In Urgent Bid To Restore Calm And TrustNoida Violence Under Scanner As Probe Explores Pakistan Link, 350 People Arrested In CrackdownED Arrests I-Pac Co-Founder Vinesh Chandel; Big Blow To TMC Ahead Of Bengal PollsIndia Receives Iranian Crude After 7 Years Amid Looming US Hormuz Blockade CrisisVikram Misri Holds Key Talks With French FM, Discusses West Asia Conflict, Bilateral Ties123Photostories‘Bhooth Bangla’, ‘Dacoit’ To ‘The Drama’: What to watch in theatres this Week5 things you can bake beyond bread in an OTGIsrael–Lebanon tensions flare again: Inside Hezbollah’s arsenal and Lebanon’s military hand against IsraelBaisakhi 2026 outfit ideas: Traditional looks inspired by Bollywood actressesThese places have the most eerie and bizarre natural formations10 mysteries hidden beneath the ocean floor that scientists still can’t explain8 Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin D DeficiencyMumbai’s first closed-door local arrives, big safety shift on tracksThis is India’s leading milk-producing state: FSSAI’s general standards for milk composition and quality factorsWhy are wildlife enthusiasts heading to Jim Corbett National Park in April?123Hot PicksIran warStock market holidayPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingDelhi-Dehradun ExpresswayStock market holidayBank holiday todayKaty PerryAnna Kepner murderDon TzuPraful HingeIPL Points TableKavya MaranNFL news roundup

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Following Nitish Kumar’s resignation, Samrat Choudhary was voted in to become the next Bihar chief minister. Over 300 arrested, seven FIRs filed after fresh Noida workers’ protests. The probe also pointed to an organised WhatsApp network. US-Iran negotiations edge towards a second round of talks, with Islamabad and Geneva emerging as leading venue options. An…

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‘Dhurandhar’ singer Jubin Nautiyal brings home a pre-owned luxury BMW i7 electric sedan worth over Rs. 1.30 crore

‘Dhurandhar’ singer Jubin Nautiyal brings home a pre-owned luxury BMW i7 electric sedan worth over Rs. 1.30 crore

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Singer Jubin Nautiyal has added a pre-owned BMW i7 electric sedan to his car collection, with the special delivery captured on video. While a new i7 costs Rs 2.05 crore, pre-owned units are available for around Rs 1.36 crore. He joins celebrities like Ajay Devgn and Jacqueline Fernandez who own the same car. Singer Jubin…

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Asha Bhosle, whose voice foregrounded the rebellious notes of desire and abandon in Hindi film music at a time when such attributes were frowned upon in cinema and society, who overcame the looming shadow of her peerless sister Lata Mangeshkar to become the empress of a versatile music universe, and whose voice is sub-consciously part of every Indian’s emotional archive, passed away on Sunday. She was 92. Asha tai, as she was fondly called, was admitted to a Mumbai hospital on Saturday following exhaustion and chest infection. A Dadasaheb Phalke recipient, her career spanned nearly eight decades and more than 11,000 songs; her best rendered under the baton of OP Nayyar and RD Burman. Rollicking duets (especially with Kishore Kumar), bhajans, ghazals, qawwalis, discos, Indi-pop, Bhosle didn’t just sing for every possible genre, she owned them all, enthralling Gen Now and Gen Nehru alike. “All singers are actors. We just act with our voices,” she once said. Her voice was an ideological antonym of her sister’s. At its core, Lata’s voice personified decorum and goodness, attributes tailor-made for decent leading ladies in the 1950s and 60s while Asha’s embodied dissent created space for celluloid social outsiders such as cabaret dancers and gangster’s girls. Nobody also adapted better to the changing trends. And nobody defied age like her. It’s scarcely believable that even in 2026, she collaborated with Gorillaz, a virtual British band. An era has ended. But Asha Bhosle is forever. Avijit Ghosh Asha Bhosle, whose voice foregrounded the rebellious notes of desire and abandon in Hindi film music at a time when such attributes were frowned upon in cinema and society, who overcame the looming shadow of her peerless sister Lata Mangeshkar to become the empress of a versatile music universe, and whose voice is sub-consciously part of every Indian’s emotional archive, passed away on Sunday. She was 92. Asha tai, as she was fondly called, was admitted to a Mumbai hospital on Saturday following exhaustion and chest infection. A Dadasaheb Phalke recipient, her career spanned nearly eight decades and more than 11,000 songs; her best rendered under the baton of OP Nayyar and RD Burman. Rollicking duets (especially with Kishore Kumar), bhajans, ghazals, qawwalis, discos, Indi-pop, Bhosle didn’t just sing for every possible genre, she owned them all, enthralling Gen Now and Gen Nehru alike. “All singers are actors. We just act with our voices,” she once said. Her voice was an ideological antonym of her sister’s. At its core, Lata’s voice personified decorum and goodness, attributes tailor-made for decent leading ladies in the 1950s and 60s while Asha’s embodied dissent created space for celluloid social outsiders such as cabaret dancers and gangster’s girls. Nobody also adapted better to the changing trends. And nobody defied age like her. It’s scarcely believable that even in 2026, she collaborated with Gorillaz, a virtual British band. An era has ended. But Asha Bhosle is forever.About the AuthorAvijit GhoshAvijit Ghosh is an associate editor with The Times of India. He is addicted to films, music, cricket and football—and not necessarily in that order. He is the author of Bandicoots in the Moonlight, Cinema Bhojpuri, 40 Retakes, and now, Up Campus, Down Campus, a novel set in 1980s JNU. He tweets from the handle @cinemawaleghoshRead MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123Photostories8 beautiful baby girls names that mean ‘genius’Best non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and moreMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperity123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

Asha Bhosle, whose voice foregrounded the rebellious notes of desire and abandon in Hindi film music at a time when such attributes were frowned upon in cinema and society, who overcame the looming shadow of her peerless sister Lata Mangeshkar to become the empress of a versatile music universe, and whose voice is sub-consciously part of every Indian’s emotional archive, passed away on Sunday. She was 92. Asha tai, as she was fondly called, was admitted to a Mumbai hospital on Saturday following exhaustion and chest infection. A Dadasaheb Phalke recipient, her career spanned nearly eight decades and more than 11,000 songs; her best rendered under the baton of OP Nayyar and RD Burman. Rollicking duets (especially with Kishore Kumar), bhajans, ghazals, qawwalis, discos, Indi-pop, Bhosle didn’t just sing for every possible genre, she owned them all, enthralling Gen Now and Gen Nehru alike. “All singers are actors. We just act with our voices,” she once said. Her voice was an ideological antonym of her sister’s. At its core, Lata’s voice personified decorum and goodness, attributes tailor-made for decent leading ladies in the 1950s and 60s while Asha’s embodied dissent created space for celluloid social outsiders such as cabaret dancers and gangster’s girls. Nobody also adapted better to the changing trends. And nobody defied age like her. It’s scarcely believable that even in 2026, she collaborated with Gorillaz, a virtual British band. An era has ended. But Asha Bhosle is forever. Avijit Ghosh Asha Bhosle, whose voice foregrounded the rebellious notes of desire and abandon in Hindi film music at a time when such attributes were frowned upon in cinema and society, who overcame the looming shadow of her peerless sister Lata Mangeshkar to become the empress of a versatile music universe, and whose voice is sub-consciously part of every Indian’s emotional archive, passed away on Sunday. She was 92. Asha tai, as she was fondly called, was admitted to a Mumbai hospital on Saturday following exhaustion and chest infection. A Dadasaheb Phalke recipient, her career spanned nearly eight decades and more than 11,000 songs; her best rendered under the baton of OP Nayyar and RD Burman. Rollicking duets (especially with Kishore Kumar), bhajans, ghazals, qawwalis, discos, Indi-pop, Bhosle didn’t just sing for every possible genre, she owned them all, enthralling Gen Now and Gen Nehru alike. “All singers are actors. We just act with our voices,” she once said. Her voice was an ideological antonym of her sister’s. At its core, Lata’s voice personified decorum and goodness, attributes tailor-made for decent leading ladies in the 1950s and 60s while Asha’s embodied dissent created space for celluloid social outsiders such as cabaret dancers and gangster’s girls. Nobody also adapted better to the changing trends. And nobody defied age like her. It’s scarcely believable that even in 2026, she collaborated with Gorillaz, a virtual British band. An era has ended. But Asha Bhosle is forever.About the AuthorAvijit GhoshAvijit Ghosh is an associate editor with The Times of India. He is addicted to films, music, cricket and football—and not necessarily in that order. He is the author of Bandicoots in the Moonlight, Cinema Bhojpuri, 40 Retakes, and now, Up Campus, Down Campus, a novel set in 1980s JNU. He tweets from the handle @cinemawaleghoshRead MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123Photostories8 beautiful baby girls names that mean ‘genius’Best non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and moreMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperity123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty

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Asha Bhosle, whose voice foregrounded the rebellious notes of desire and abandon in Hindi film music at a time when such attributes were frowned upon in cinema and society, who overcame the looming shadow of her peerless sister Lata Mangeshkar to become the empress of a versatile music universe, and whose voice is sub-consciously part…

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(PTI photo) NEW DELHI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) seems to be testing students’ patience. Just weeks after the NEET-UG row triggered nationwide outrage, another major examination conducted by the agency has landed in troubled waters. This time, it is the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) 2026, where technical glitches and administrative confusion left students stranded inside examination centres, waiting for an exam that, in some cases, never began.The contrast between the NTA’s official communication and the experience narrated by students raises serious question. Several students who arrived at examination centres to appear for the CUET-UG examination reported technical glitches.However, NTA statement released late afternoon did not mention the glitches during the morning session at some centres but clearly announced that the evening session at some centres could start an hour late.On Saturday afternoon, the NTA posted an update on X, announcing revised timings for the evening shift at some centres and maintaining that for the morning shift, “candidates are being given the full duration of the paper.”Students left waitingJatin, who appeared for exam at a centre in Noida Sector 64 told TOI: “We were not told anything. We were simply asked to keep waiting inside the examination hall. No one was willing to listen to us, and in the end, we were told to go home. After that, chaos broke out at the centre,” he said.Akanksha, a CUET-UG aspirant, described a day marked by confusion, uncertainty and frustration.After leaving the examination centre, Akanksha told TOI that students had completed all formalities but were left waiting for hours as the exam failed to begin. She said, “The entry time was from 7.00 am to 8.30 am. All the students entered the examination centre, and the formalities, including biometric verification and attendance, were completed. The exam was scheduled to begin at 9.00 am, but no one informed the students about the delay. They were simply told that they would be updated once the examination started and that the server was down.”‘Server down’ confusion”By around 10:30 am, the students became anxious and started asking questions. At that point, some officials disappeared for a while, while others ignored the students and kept saying that an update would be provided within 10-15 minutes regarding whether the exam would be held or not,” she said.Claims of ‘forced exit’Akanksha also claimed that students were forced out of centre, “This continued until around 11:30 am, after which the students were suddenly told to leave the premises without any proper explanation. The students began protesting and creating a commotion. Some bouncers threatened candidates, saying they would be beaten if they did not leave. Students were then forcibly removed from the centre.”Afterward, the police arrived, and protests by students began outside the examination venue.Akanksha, CUET UG candidateCBT under scrutinyThe episode is particularly noticeable because CUET-UG is already conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, the very format that the government recently opted for to curb “malpractices” in NEET examination.The NTA, which conducts both NEET-UG and CUET-UG, has faced intense scrutiny over the past few years following allegations of paper leaks, security breaches and operational lapses in various examinations.Pradhan’s promiseIronically, just days ago, Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan had reiterated the government’s commitment to a “zero tolerance” policy towards examination malpractices and announced a major shift in how NEET would be conducted in the future.”The root cause of this was OMR and therefore, from the next year, the exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode,” Pradhan had said while outlining reforms following the NEET blunder.Fresh questions for NTAYet barely a month later, a computer-based examination itself appears to have run into serious trouble at one of its centres, raising fresh questions about whether the challenge lies only in the examination format or in the systems responsible for executing it.The NEET-UG paper leak row had already shaken the confidence of lakhs of medical aspirants and triggered a nationwide debate over examination integrity, accountability and institutional preparedness.Now, with CUET-UG aspirants reporting hours of uncertainty, abrupt cancellations and a lack of communication, the focus has once again shifted to the agency entrusted with conducting some of India’s most important entrance examinations.For thousands of students, the concern is no longer limited to whether an examination is held online or offline. The larger question remains whether the system can guarantee what every aspirant expects on exam day, a fair, smooth and predictable process.An instruction printed on every NTA admit card states that “Candidates must not create obstacles in the smooth conduct of the exams.” Yet, questions are now being raised about the agency’s own ability to ensure that very “smooth conduct”, with another examination failure surfacing less than a month after the NEET-UG row.About the AuthorAbhishek MishraAbhishek Mishra is a Digital Content Producer at The Times of India, working with the news desk. He writes with a keen eye on foreign policy, defence developments, and the shifting currents of geopolitics-and yes, Indian politics always finds a way onto his radar too.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Launches Emergency Operation To Move 13 Ships Out Of Strait Of Hormuz Safely | Watch659 CISF Personnel Trained As Airport Security Gets Major Anti-Drone Technology Boost | WatchInternet, Bulk SMS Services Halted In Faridabad NIT Zone During Demolition OperationMamata Banerjee To Lead June 2 Protest In Kolkata Over Post-Poll Violence Allegations | WatchUP Consumers Face Higher Electricity Bills As UPPCL Introduces Fuel Surcharge From June’India’s Powerful, Modernising Its Military’: US Defence Secy Pete Hegseth on Delhi’s Strategic RiseLoP Rahul Gandhi Mocks PM Modi Over NEET Leak Remarks, BJP Hits Back With Sharp Response’Operation Sindoor Is Still Continuing’: Army Chief Says Tri-Services Ready For Possible Sindoor 2.0India Unveils First SkyCast System at Delhi Airport, Aiming to Reduce Fog-Related Flight DelaysOwaisi Calls SIR A ‘Life & Death’ Issue, Urges AIMIM To Prepare For Massive Voter Verification Drive123PhotostoriesWhat is the person who makes pizzas called?From reversing waterfalls and doorless homes; Maharashtra’s most unique wonders every curious traveller should experienceDinosaurs made famous by Jurassic Park and Jurassic World10 dog names that make puppies sound extra adorable (and somehow even cuter in real life)Leander ‘Legend’ Paes’ crores-worth Mumbai home is a living tennis museum blending Grand Slam glory with 176 bougainvillea blooms5 tiny kitchen habits that may be increasing electricity bills quietlyFrom Hina Khan, Dipika Kakar, to Kirron Kher: TV celebs who fought cancer like a bossActors who publicly criticized their own movies: Brad Pitt, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, and more5 most stylish men in the history of TennisWhy you should take a ‘fart walk’ after meals, NYC doctor explains123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingGhaziabad Student MurderD GukeshVaibhav sooryavanshi IPL auctionPunjab Local Body Election ResultCockroach Janta PartySupreme CourtNEET UG 2026 fee refundBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

(PTI photo) NEW DELHI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) seems to be testing students’ patience. Just weeks after the NEET-UG row triggered nationwide outrage, another major examination conducted by the agency has landed in troubled waters. This time, it is the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) 2026, where technical glitches and administrative confusion left students stranded inside examination centres, waiting for an exam that, in some cases, never began.The contrast between the NTA’s official communication and the experience narrated by students raises serious question. Several students who arrived at examination centres to appear for the CUET-UG examination reported technical glitches.However, NTA statement released late afternoon did not mention the glitches during the morning session at some centres but clearly announced that the evening session at some centres could start an hour late.On Saturday afternoon, the NTA posted an update on X, announcing revised timings for the evening shift at some centres and maintaining that for the morning shift, “candidates are being given the full duration of the paper.”Students left waitingJatin, who appeared for exam at a centre in Noida Sector 64 told TOI: “We were not told anything. We were simply asked to keep waiting inside the examination hall. No one was willing to listen to us, and in the end, we were told to go home. After that, chaos broke out at the centre,” he said.Akanksha, a CUET-UG aspirant, described a day marked by confusion, uncertainty and frustration.After leaving the examination centre, Akanksha told TOI that students had completed all formalities but were left waiting for hours as the exam failed to begin. She said, “The entry time was from 7.00 am to 8.30 am. All the students entered the examination centre, and the formalities, including biometric verification and attendance, were completed. The exam was scheduled to begin at 9.00 am, but no one informed the students about the delay. They were simply told that they would be updated once the examination started and that the server was down.”‘Server down’ confusion”By around 10:30 am, the students became anxious and started asking questions. At that point, some officials disappeared for a while, while others ignored the students and kept saying that an update would be provided within 10-15 minutes regarding whether the exam would be held or not,” she said.Claims of ‘forced exit’Akanksha also claimed that students were forced out of centre, “This continued until around 11:30 am, after which the students were suddenly told to leave the premises without any proper explanation. The students began protesting and creating a commotion. Some bouncers threatened candidates, saying they would be beaten if they did not leave. Students were then forcibly removed from the centre.”Afterward, the police arrived, and protests by students began outside the examination venue.Akanksha, CUET UG candidateCBT under scrutinyThe episode is particularly noticeable because CUET-UG is already conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, the very format that the government recently opted for to curb “malpractices” in NEET examination.The NTA, which conducts both NEET-UG and CUET-UG, has faced intense scrutiny over the past few years following allegations of paper leaks, security breaches and operational lapses in various examinations.Pradhan’s promiseIronically, just days ago, Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan had reiterated the government’s commitment to a “zero tolerance” policy towards examination malpractices and announced a major shift in how NEET would be conducted in the future.”The root cause of this was OMR and therefore, from the next year, the exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode,” Pradhan had said while outlining reforms following the NEET blunder.Fresh questions for NTAYet barely a month later, a computer-based examination itself appears to have run into serious trouble at one of its centres, raising fresh questions about whether the challenge lies only in the examination format or in the systems responsible for executing it.The NEET-UG paper leak row had already shaken the confidence of lakhs of medical aspirants and triggered a nationwide debate over examination integrity, accountability and institutional preparedness.Now, with CUET-UG aspirants reporting hours of uncertainty, abrupt cancellations and a lack of communication, the focus has once again shifted to the agency entrusted with conducting some of India’s most important entrance examinations.For thousands of students, the concern is no longer limited to whether an examination is held online or offline. The larger question remains whether the system can guarantee what every aspirant expects on exam day, a fair, smooth and predictable process.An instruction printed on every NTA admit card states that “Candidates must not create obstacles in the smooth conduct of the exams.” Yet, questions are now being raised about the agency’s own ability to ensure that very “smooth conduct”, with another examination failure surfacing less than a month after the NEET-UG row.About the AuthorAbhishek MishraAbhishek Mishra is a Digital Content Producer at The Times of India, working with the news desk. He writes with a keen eye on foreign policy, defence developments, and the shifting currents of geopolitics-and yes, Indian politics always finds a way onto his radar too.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Launches Emergency Operation To Move 13 Ships Out Of Strait Of Hormuz Safely | Watch659 CISF Personnel Trained As Airport Security Gets Major Anti-Drone Technology Boost | WatchInternet, Bulk SMS Services Halted In Faridabad NIT Zone During Demolition OperationMamata Banerjee To Lead June 2 Protest In Kolkata Over Post-Poll Violence Allegations | WatchUP Consumers Face Higher Electricity Bills As UPPCL Introduces Fuel Surcharge From June’India’s Powerful, Modernising Its Military’: US Defence Secy Pete Hegseth on Delhi’s Strategic RiseLoP Rahul Gandhi Mocks PM Modi Over NEET Leak Remarks, BJP Hits Back With Sharp Response’Operation Sindoor Is Still Continuing’: Army Chief Says Tri-Services Ready For Possible Sindoor 2.0India Unveils First SkyCast System at Delhi Airport, Aiming to Reduce Fog-Related Flight DelaysOwaisi Calls SIR A ‘Life & Death’ Issue, Urges AIMIM To Prepare For Massive Voter Verification Drive123PhotostoriesWhat is the person who makes pizzas called?From reversing waterfalls and doorless homes; Maharashtra’s most unique wonders every curious traveller should experienceDinosaurs made famous by Jurassic Park and Jurassic World10 dog names that make puppies sound extra adorable (and somehow even cuter in real life)Leander ‘Legend’ Paes’ crores-worth Mumbai home is a living tennis museum blending Grand Slam glory with 176 bougainvillea blooms5 tiny kitchen habits that may be increasing electricity bills quietlyFrom Hina Khan, Dipika Kakar, to Kirron Kher: TV celebs who fought cancer like a bossActors who publicly criticized their own movies: Brad Pitt, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, and more5 most stylish men in the history of TennisWhy you should take a ‘fart walk’ after meals, NYC doctor explains123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingGhaziabad Student MurderD GukeshVaibhav sooryavanshi IPL auctionPunjab Local Body Election ResultCockroach Janta PartySupreme CourtNEET UG 2026 fee refundBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

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. NEW DELHI: At a time when thousands of temples are managed through state-supervised Devaswom Boards, the Centre on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that it did not favour govt control over temples and clarified that it had already placed its interpretation of constitutional provisions that enable states to manage secular activities of religious institutions.During the faith vs fundamental rights debate before a nine-judge bench led by CJI Surya Kant, senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan said SG Tushar Mehta, on behalf of the Centre, and senior advocate A M Singhvi for Travancore Devaswom Board, which manages Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple, had given a particular interpretation of Articles 25 and 26 as govt wanted to control temples.Mehta sought the bench’s permission to rebut the interpretation of his arguments by Sankaranarayanan and said, “Govt does not want to control the temples at all and what he mentioned was purely a constitutional interpretation of Article 25(1)(a), which empowers the state to manage economic, political and secular activities of any religion.”Justice Amanullah asked Mehta whether his ‘‘govt should not control the temples” argument was confined to Hindu religious institutions. The SG said when the court and counsels were engaged in interpretation of constitutional provisions, they could not “be viewed through Hindu, Muslim, Christian or any other religious lens”.Justice Bagchi said the interpretation must be from standpoint of a citizen. The SG said he had given an overview of the diversity in Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism and other denominations.In Kerala, several state govt-supervised bodies, including Travancore, Cochin, Malabar, Guruvayur and Koodalmanikyam Devaswom Boards, control around 3,000 temples. In Tamil Nadu, Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department controls over 30,000 temples. In Andhra Pradesh, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam Trust Board controls Tirupati Balaji temple. In Karnataka, Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Department manages temples. The Chardham Devasthanam Board manages Badrinath and Kedarnath shrines in Uttarakhand.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAllahabad HC Judge Recuses Himself From Rahul Gandhi’s Dual Citizenship CaseCong Submits Breach of Privilege Against PM Modi; Trump Pushes Iran Talks Amid Ceasefire TensionsIndian Army Sends Strong Warning to Terror Groups Ahead of Pahalgam Terror Attack AnniversaryPappu Yadav Faces Notice After Claiming 90% Women Need ‘Leaders’ Bedrooms’ To Enter PoliticsNida Khan Faces Arrest After Nashik Court Rejects Interim Bail In BPO CaseBJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan Applies Tilak At Lenskart Store Amid Dress Code RowSupreme Court Raises Alarm Over Digital Arrest Scams, ₹2.5 Cr Fraud Case HighlightedKashmir On Alert As SOG Carries Out Search Ops Before Pahalgam AnniversaryGun, Kirpans, Pepper Spray: Clash Inside Germany Gurdwara Leaves 11 WoundedIndia, Korea Discuss Global Tensions, Stress Peace, Security And Stronger Multilateral Cooperation123Photostories6 simple yet beautiful three-letter baby boy namesExclusive – Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actors Kuldeep Gor and Dharti Bhatt, aka Ratan and Roopa on their new saree shop, their bond with the cast, and a special gift for Daya Bhabhi5 largest birds in the world worth travelling forDo you unconsciously ‘insult’ your child? 5 mistakes that can ruin their mental health5 places that are perfect to visit in MayAnushka Sharma-inspired simple kurta looks perfect for summer 2026Animals you might see in your backyard in AustraliaA dazzling night in Chandigarh over good food and even better mood7 baby names that mean love and affectionWorld’s top 5 most expensive real estate markets123Hot PicksIran warDelimitation Bill DefeatPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingUK School New RulesZohran MandaniIran MilitaryUber Driver CaseIndian Activist stabbedAdam SandlerJKBOSE class 10 result 2026Ai ScamIPL Orange CapUK Electricity Price

. NEW DELHI: At a time when thousands of temples are managed through state-supervised Devaswom Boards, the Centre on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that it did not favour govt control over temples and clarified that it had already placed its interpretation of constitutional provisions that enable states to manage secular activities of religious institutions.During the faith vs fundamental rights debate before a nine-judge bench led by CJI Surya Kant, senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan said SG Tushar Mehta, on behalf of the Centre, and senior advocate A M Singhvi for Travancore Devaswom Board, which manages Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple, had given a particular interpretation of Articles 25 and 26 as govt wanted to control temples.Mehta sought the bench’s permission to rebut the interpretation of his arguments by Sankaranarayanan and said, “Govt does not want to control the temples at all and what he mentioned was purely a constitutional interpretation of Article 25(1)(a), which empowers the state to manage economic, political and secular activities of any religion.”Justice Amanullah asked Mehta whether his ‘‘govt should not control the temples” argument was confined to Hindu religious institutions. The SG said when the court and counsels were engaged in interpretation of constitutional provisions, they could not “be viewed through Hindu, Muslim, Christian or any other religious lens”.Justice Bagchi said the interpretation must be from standpoint of a citizen. The SG said he had given an overview of the diversity in Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism and other denominations.In Kerala, several state govt-supervised bodies, including Travancore, Cochin, Malabar, Guruvayur and Koodalmanikyam Devaswom Boards, control around 3,000 temples. In Tamil Nadu, Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department controls over 30,000 temples. In Andhra Pradesh, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam Trust Board controls Tirupati Balaji temple. In Karnataka, Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Department manages temples. The Chardham Devasthanam Board manages Badrinath and Kedarnath shrines in Uttarakhand.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAllahabad HC Judge Recuses Himself From Rahul Gandhi’s Dual Citizenship CaseCong Submits Breach of Privilege Against PM Modi; Trump Pushes Iran Talks Amid Ceasefire TensionsIndian Army Sends Strong Warning to Terror Groups Ahead of Pahalgam Terror Attack AnniversaryPappu Yadav Faces Notice After Claiming 90% Women Need ‘Leaders’ Bedrooms’ To Enter PoliticsNida Khan Faces Arrest After Nashik Court Rejects Interim Bail In BPO CaseBJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan Applies Tilak At Lenskart Store Amid Dress Code RowSupreme Court Raises Alarm Over Digital Arrest Scams, ₹2.5 Cr Fraud Case HighlightedKashmir On Alert As SOG Carries Out Search Ops Before Pahalgam AnniversaryGun, Kirpans, Pepper Spray: Clash Inside Germany Gurdwara Leaves 11 WoundedIndia, Korea Discuss Global Tensions, Stress Peace, Security And Stronger Multilateral Cooperation123Photostories6 simple yet beautiful three-letter baby boy namesExclusive – Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actors Kuldeep Gor and Dharti Bhatt, aka Ratan and Roopa on their new saree shop, their bond with the cast, and a special gift for Daya Bhabhi5 largest birds in the world worth travelling forDo you unconsciously ‘insult’ your child? 5 mistakes that can ruin their mental health5 places that are perfect to visit in MayAnushka Sharma-inspired simple kurta looks perfect for summer 2026Animals you might see in your backyard in AustraliaA dazzling night in Chandigarh over good food and even better mood7 baby names that mean love and affectionWorld’s top 5 most expensive real estate markets123Hot PicksIran warDelimitation Bill DefeatPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingUK School New RulesZohran MandaniIran MilitaryUber Driver CaseIndian Activist stabbedAdam SandlerJKBOSE class 10 result 2026Ai ScamIPL Orange CapUK Electricity Price

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