July 24, 2026
‘I’ll fire every single H-1B’: Former DOGE adviser James Fishback says as he eyes Florida governor bid

‘I’ll fire every single H-1B’: Former DOGE adviser James Fishback says as he eyes Florida governor bid

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In a bold and divisive declaration, Florida’s gubernatorial candidate James Fishback pledged to remove all H-1B visa holders from state positions on his inaugural day, intending to fill those roles with local talent. Conservative figure James Fishback, who is an outspoken critic of immigration and one of the most influential ‘America First’ loudmouths, triggered a…

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Oscars 2026 winner ‘Sinners’ used a secret code name while filming: Here’s what it is

Oscars 2026 winner ‘Sinners’ used a secret code name while filming: Here’s what it is

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Imagine working on a horror movie rooted in blues and Black culture, but calling it something cozy, harmless, and delicious! Something like ‘Grilled Cheese’! That’s exactly what happened with ‘Sinners,’ the 2026 Oscars sensation. Behind the scenes, this haunting, genre-bending film hid under a code name that sounds more like a lunch order than an…

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Anil Kapoor opens up on healthy rivalry with Jackie Shroff which later turned into friendship; the ‘Nayak’ actor had once admitted to being insecure of him

Anil Kapoor opens up on healthy rivalry with Jackie Shroff which later turned into friendship; the ‘Nayak’ actor had once admitted to being insecure of him

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More than four decades after they first came together on screen in Raj N Sippy’s 1984 action film ‘Andar Baahar’, Anil Kapoor and Jackie Shroff continue to share a bond that has only grown stronger with time.Taking to Instagram, Anil Kapoor reflected on how the film became the starting point of their long-standing friendship. He…

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Sherri Shepherd breaks silence on ‘Sherri’ cancellation, shares health update

Sherri Shepherd breaks silence on ‘Sherri’ cancellation, shares health update

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Talk show host Sherri Shepherd has revealed she has COVID-19, explaining her absence from the show following its cancellation announcement. She expressed gratitude for fan support and promised to address the show’s end, attributed to a changing TV landscape, once she recovers. The production company indicated interest in exploring other platforms for the show. Days…

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India’s education loan schemes are failing deserving students, a parliamentary panel revealed. Despite promises of easy access, red tape, high interest, and unequal distribution plague the system, particularly impacting northern and rural students. The report highlights significant processing delays and the severe mental health toll of mounting debt, urging urgent reforms for equitable higher education access. NEW DELHI: The accessibility of education loans in India is declining even as the cost of higher education has risen sharply, a Parliamentary panel has warned, flagging serious gaps between policy intent and on-ground delivery. In its 372nd report, the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports, headed by Congress MP Digvijaya Singh, said shrinking access to loans threatens equitable entry into higher education.“The Committee expresses its concerns over these figures since it suggests that the accessibility of educational loans is declining over time, even as educational costs have risen rapidly,” the panel observed, noting that the number of active student loan accounts fell from 23.36 lakh in 2014 to 20.63 lakh in 2025, even as the total credit amount surged from Rs 52,327 crore to Rs 1,37,474 crore during the same period. Why India’s New Right To Disconnect Bill Could Transform Work Culture, Protect Millions From Burnout While acknowledging that the Department of Higher Education has undertaken publicity for the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme through print, radio, institutional camps and social media, the panel underlined a major awareness gap. “The Committee notes that majority of students from rural background, disadvantageous sections of the society and remote areas are perhaps not aware of the schemes being run by Government for education loans,” it said.The panel also flagged a sharp regional skew in loan access. “The states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Maharashtra account for the bulk of education loan borrowers. This skewed distribution of loan disbursal shows that there are gaps in implementation of the education loan schemes and there is a dire need to make efforts to raise awareness across States,” the report noted. Northern and rural regions continue to lag despite high demand.Despite the promise of collateral-free, low-interest loans, the committee pointed out that procedural barriers remain dominant. “Loan applications are accepted only on proper documentation and the presence of a co-applicant or guarantor. Due diligence is carried out before loan sanction,” it recorded, indicating continued dependence on traditional safeguards.The report also highlighted major implementation gaps under PM Vidyalaxmi. Between February 25 and August 31, 2025, banks received 55,887 applications, sanctioned 30,442 loans amounting to Rs 4,427 crore, but disbursed only 21,967 loans worth Rs 688.27 crore. “These figures reflect the fact that around 15 per cent amount has been disbursed against the sanctioned amount,” the committee noted, recommending that sanctioned loans should not be curtailed or rejected and that banks should significantly improve sanction rates.It further warned of the psychological burden of education debt. “These financial pressures often lead to mental health issues… and in some cases turns deadly,” the committee observed.Among its recommendations, the panel called for expansion of the Credit Guarantee Fund ceiling, extension of the repayment moratorium beyond one year after course completion, stricter enforcement of collateral-free lending, district-wise dashboards for loan sanctions and rejections, and large-scale awareness campaigns in rural and disadvantaged regions. It cautioned that unless these steps are enforced, education loans will not achieve the objective of widening access to higher education.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’China…Trump…Economy’: Kharge Hits Out At PM Modi, Amit Shah In Rajya Sabha‘BJP Insulting Gandhi, Patel, Tagore’: Kharge Slams Amit Shah Over Vande Mataram & Nehru ClaimsWhy Trump Accuses India Of Dumping Rice And What A New Tariff Shock Could Mean For Trade Relations’No Link To Bengal’: Amit Shah’s Fiery Speech on Vande Mataram, Blames Nehru, Indira of SabotageBJP’S Sanjay Jaiswal Thanks Rahul Gandhi For ‘Vote Chori’ Charge, Claims It Boosted NDA’S Bihar WinWhy India’s New Right To Disconnect Bill Could Transform Work Culture, Protect Millions From Burnout’BLOs Are Dying, Shut Down SIR’: Manish Tewari’s Charge Triggers Showdown Over Election ReformsAs IndiGo Spirals Into Crisis, PM Modi Stresses Rules Must Ease Citizens’ Lives, Not Burden Them‘Daily Struggle To Survive’: Lawyer Exposes Grim Reality For Air India Crash FamiliesPM Modi’s Wish For Khaleda Zia’s Recovery Earns BNP Praise, Marking A Rare Diplomatic Shift In Dhaka123PhotostoriesLesser-known facts about ‘Dhurandhar’ star Akshaye Khanna: the actor who almost married Karisma Kapoor and remained single at 5010 best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in India for those who want to avoid crowdsBirch by Romeo Lane torn down: Photos of Luthra brothers’ demolished Goa nightclub8 healthy desi dishes that should be part of daily winter meals5 tips that can help you poop better before going to workShe Travels: 10 wildlife safaris every woman should experience with her girl gang (India edition)From teeth to tone: What people spot about you in the first 5 secondsNutrition fact of the day: Egg yolk contains rare brain nutrients7-day high-fiber, nutrient-dense vegetarian diet plan for diabetesHigh uric acid level? 10 ways to manage it naturally without any medicine123Hot PicksCandace OwensCharlie KirkWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJalen HurtsDonald TrumpJEE Main New RecommendationsMariasharapova and Alexander Net worthAryna Sabalenka Net WorthAlix EarleRafael Nadal and Mery Net WorthCandace OwensTop US Colleges Co-OpProgramsF-1 students US

India’s education loan schemes are failing deserving students, a parliamentary panel revealed. Despite promises of easy access, red tape, high interest, and unequal distribution plague the system, particularly impacting northern and rural students. The report highlights significant processing delays and the severe mental health toll of mounting debt, urging urgent reforms for equitable higher education access. NEW DELHI: The accessibility of education loans in India is declining even as the cost of higher education has risen sharply, a Parliamentary panel has warned, flagging serious gaps between policy intent and on-ground delivery. In its 372nd report, the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports, headed by Congress MP Digvijaya Singh, said shrinking access to loans threatens equitable entry into higher education.“The Committee expresses its concerns over these figures since it suggests that the accessibility of educational loans is declining over time, even as educational costs have risen rapidly,” the panel observed, noting that the number of active student loan accounts fell from 23.36 lakh in 2014 to 20.63 lakh in 2025, even as the total credit amount surged from Rs 52,327 crore to Rs 1,37,474 crore during the same period. Why India’s New Right To Disconnect Bill Could Transform Work Culture, Protect Millions From Burnout While acknowledging that the Department of Higher Education has undertaken publicity for the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme through print, radio, institutional camps and social media, the panel underlined a major awareness gap. “The Committee notes that majority of students from rural background, disadvantageous sections of the society and remote areas are perhaps not aware of the schemes being run by Government for education loans,” it said.The panel also flagged a sharp regional skew in loan access. “The states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Maharashtra account for the bulk of education loan borrowers. This skewed distribution of loan disbursal shows that there are gaps in implementation of the education loan schemes and there is a dire need to make efforts to raise awareness across States,” the report noted. Northern and rural regions continue to lag despite high demand.Despite the promise of collateral-free, low-interest loans, the committee pointed out that procedural barriers remain dominant. “Loan applications are accepted only on proper documentation and the presence of a co-applicant or guarantor. Due diligence is carried out before loan sanction,” it recorded, indicating continued dependence on traditional safeguards.The report also highlighted major implementation gaps under PM Vidyalaxmi. Between February 25 and August 31, 2025, banks received 55,887 applications, sanctioned 30,442 loans amounting to Rs 4,427 crore, but disbursed only 21,967 loans worth Rs 688.27 crore. “These figures reflect the fact that around 15 per cent amount has been disbursed against the sanctioned amount,” the committee noted, recommending that sanctioned loans should not be curtailed or rejected and that banks should significantly improve sanction rates.It further warned of the psychological burden of education debt. “These financial pressures often lead to mental health issues… and in some cases turns deadly,” the committee observed.Among its recommendations, the panel called for expansion of the Credit Guarantee Fund ceiling, extension of the repayment moratorium beyond one year after course completion, stricter enforcement of collateral-free lending, district-wise dashboards for loan sanctions and rejections, and large-scale awareness campaigns in rural and disadvantaged regions. It cautioned that unless these steps are enforced, education loans will not achieve the objective of widening access to higher education.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’China…Trump…Economy’: Kharge Hits Out At PM Modi, Amit Shah In Rajya Sabha‘BJP Insulting Gandhi, Patel, Tagore’: Kharge Slams Amit Shah Over Vande Mataram & Nehru ClaimsWhy Trump Accuses India Of Dumping Rice And What A New Tariff Shock Could Mean For Trade Relations’No Link To Bengal’: Amit Shah’s Fiery Speech on Vande Mataram, Blames Nehru, Indira of SabotageBJP’S Sanjay Jaiswal Thanks Rahul Gandhi For ‘Vote Chori’ Charge, Claims It Boosted NDA’S Bihar WinWhy India’s New Right To Disconnect Bill Could Transform Work Culture, Protect Millions From Burnout’BLOs Are Dying, Shut Down SIR’: Manish Tewari’s Charge Triggers Showdown Over Election ReformsAs IndiGo Spirals Into Crisis, PM Modi Stresses Rules Must Ease Citizens’ Lives, Not Burden Them‘Daily Struggle To Survive’: Lawyer Exposes Grim Reality For Air India Crash FamiliesPM Modi’s Wish For Khaleda Zia’s Recovery Earns BNP Praise, Marking A Rare Diplomatic Shift In Dhaka123PhotostoriesLesser-known facts about ‘Dhurandhar’ star Akshaye Khanna: the actor who almost married Karisma Kapoor and remained single at 5010 best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in India for those who want to avoid crowdsBirch by Romeo Lane torn down: Photos of Luthra brothers’ demolished Goa nightclub8 healthy desi dishes that should be part of daily winter meals5 tips that can help you poop better before going to workShe Travels: 10 wildlife safaris every woman should experience with her girl gang (India edition)From teeth to tone: What people spot about you in the first 5 secondsNutrition fact of the day: Egg yolk contains rare brain nutrients7-day high-fiber, nutrient-dense vegetarian diet plan for diabetesHigh uric acid level? 10 ways to manage it naturally without any medicine123Hot PicksCandace OwensCharlie KirkWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJalen HurtsDonald TrumpJEE Main New RecommendationsMariasharapova and Alexander Net worthAryna Sabalenka Net WorthAlix EarleRafael Nadal and Mery Net WorthCandace OwensTop US Colleges Co-OpProgramsF-1 students US

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NEW DELHI: The accessibility of education loans in India is declining even as the cost of higher education has risen sharply, a Parliamentary panel has warned, flagging serious gaps between policy intent and on-ground delivery. In its 372nd report, the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports, headed by Congress MP…

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‘Aishwarya doesn’t need my permission’: When Abhishek Bachchan gave a befitting reply to a troll, netizens called him ‘husband goals’

‘Aishwarya doesn’t need my permission’: When Abhishek Bachchan gave a befitting reply to a troll, netizens called him ‘husband goals’

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Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan tied the knot in 2007 and they have a daughter Aaradhya who was born in 2011. Post the birth of their daughter, Aishwarya has chosen to make the most of motherhood and she’s chosen quality over quantity as far as movies are concerned. The actress was seen last in…

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France lawmakers pass law banning social media for children under 15; first EU nation to do so

France lawmakers pass law banning social media for children under 15; first EU nation to do so

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French parliament passed a law banning social media for children under-15 France on Tuesday approved a nationwide ban on social media use by children under the age of 15, becoming the first European Union country to adopt such a sweeping restriction as governments grapple with the impact of digital platforms on young users.The legislation, backed…

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Smriti Mandhana education and career path: How a Sangli schoolgirl became the face of Indian women’s cricket

Smriti Mandhana education and career path: How a Sangli schoolgirl became the face of Indian women’s cricket

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Smriti Mandhana was set to marry her longtime friend Palash Muchhal this week. Instead, the family postponed the ceremony after her father was suddenly hospitalised with heart-attack like symptoms, followed by reports that Muchhal himself was admitted to a hospital in Sangli due to emotional stress.The news has placed an unexpected pause in what was…

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Vivek Tankha New Delhi: Congress MP and lawyer Vivek Tankha on Thursday wrote a letter to home minister Amit Shah seeking the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk who is detained under the stringent National Security Act, arguing that “a misunderstanding should not be stretched to a point where it causes deep hurt to the “soul of an entire region”.Tankha, whose roots are in J&K, told Shah, “He (Wangchuk) breathes India, thinks India, and lives for India.”Wangchuk was detained in Sept 2025 following protests in Ladakh demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for the UT.“Nobody in India believes that Wangchuk deserves incarceration under NSA. He is a champion of climate change and melting glaciers,” Tankha said, adding that the detained activist is a widely respected and influential figure in Ladakhi society and across the nation. “The time has come for the govt to review his detention under the NSA,” he said.Stating that Wangchuk represents “honesty, innovation and selfless service”, Tankha said the climate activist is not only deeply revered in Ladakh, but is also respected nationally and internationally. Sonam Wangchuk’s Wife Blasts Modi Govt & CRPF Over 6Th Schedule, Dismisses FCRA, Pak Link Charges End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Casebook Study Of How To Deal With Trump’: Former Envoy On India’s Restraint Amid US Provocations’Sense Of Relief After High Tariffs’: Dhruva Jaishankar On What India US Trade Deal Changes’Is This Mohabbat Ki Dukaan?’: PM Modi Hits Out At Opposition Over ‘Modi Teri Kabr Khudegi’ Slogans’Trump Wanted Unilateral Deal With India’: Former Envoy Unpacks India-US Trade Deal AnnouncementRahul Gandhi Called Ravneet Bittu ‘Traitor’ Because He Is Sikh: PM Modi’s Big Attack’Sit And Protest’: PM Modi Unfazed By Slogans, Takes Dig At Kharge As Opposition Walks Out Of RS’PM Hiding Behind Speaker’: Priyanka Gandhi Slams Om Birla’s Remark On Modi’s Lok Sabha Speech SkipWorld Praises India-US Trade Deal: PM Modi Tells Rajya Sabha Youth Will Gain Global Opportunities’Women MPs Near PM’s Chair’: Speaker Om Birla Reveals Why PM Modi Skipped Lok Sabha Speech’India Open To Explore Commercial Merits Of Venezuela Oil Import’: MEA On Trump’s Russian Oil Claim123PhotostoriesFrom Erica Fernandes to Upasana Singh: TV stars expose the industry’s dark side10 popular spicy dishes in the worldCraziest things people have stolen from popular tourist locations5 high-performance cars that blend beauty with engineering powerPriyanka Chopra to Katrina Kaif: 5 iconic bridal jewellery pieces that made it to wedding trousseau of Bollywood’s top divas8 quick vegetarian air fryer dishes you can make in under 10 minutesFrom a lavish house in Dubai to net worth: Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra’s luxurious lifestyle5 countries where tourist travel is extremely restrictedZeenat Aman, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Madhubala: Rare, unseen moments of Bollywood’s most iconic leading ladiesAnanya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Mouni Roy and Raveena Tandon: Celebrities who proudly display their Shiv bhakti side123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingNBA Trade NewsNBA Trade UpdateNew Jersey Devils TradeStefon DiggsFramber ValdezWPL Final PreviewHarmanpreet KaurDeontay WilderBrad MarchandChris Paul

Vivek Tankha New Delhi: Congress MP and lawyer Vivek Tankha on Thursday wrote a letter to home minister Amit Shah seeking the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk who is detained under the stringent National Security Act, arguing that “a misunderstanding should not be stretched to a point where it causes deep hurt to the “soul of an entire region”.Tankha, whose roots are in J&K, told Shah, “He (Wangchuk) breathes India, thinks India, and lives for India.”Wangchuk was detained in Sept 2025 following protests in Ladakh demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for the UT.“Nobody in India believes that Wangchuk deserves incarceration under NSA. He is a champion of climate change and melting glaciers,” Tankha said, adding that the detained activist is a widely respected and influential figure in Ladakhi society and across the nation. “The time has come for the govt to review his detention under the NSA,” he said.Stating that Wangchuk represents “honesty, innovation and selfless service”, Tankha said the climate activist is not only deeply revered in Ladakh, but is also respected nationally and internationally. Sonam Wangchuk’s Wife Blasts Modi Govt & CRPF Over 6Th Schedule, Dismisses FCRA, Pak Link Charges End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Casebook Study Of How To Deal With Trump’: Former Envoy On India’s Restraint Amid US Provocations’Sense Of Relief After High Tariffs’: Dhruva Jaishankar On What India US Trade Deal Changes’Is This Mohabbat Ki Dukaan?’: PM Modi Hits Out At Opposition Over ‘Modi Teri Kabr Khudegi’ Slogans’Trump Wanted Unilateral Deal With India’: Former Envoy Unpacks India-US Trade Deal AnnouncementRahul Gandhi Called Ravneet Bittu ‘Traitor’ Because He Is Sikh: PM Modi’s Big Attack’Sit And Protest’: PM Modi Unfazed By Slogans, Takes Dig At Kharge As Opposition Walks Out Of RS’PM Hiding Behind Speaker’: Priyanka Gandhi Slams Om Birla’s Remark On Modi’s Lok Sabha Speech SkipWorld Praises India-US Trade Deal: PM Modi Tells Rajya Sabha Youth Will Gain Global Opportunities’Women MPs Near PM’s Chair’: Speaker Om Birla Reveals Why PM Modi Skipped Lok Sabha Speech’India Open To Explore Commercial Merits Of Venezuela Oil Import’: MEA On Trump’s Russian Oil Claim123PhotostoriesFrom Erica Fernandes to Upasana Singh: TV stars expose the industry’s dark side10 popular spicy dishes in the worldCraziest things people have stolen from popular tourist locations5 high-performance cars that blend beauty with engineering powerPriyanka Chopra to Katrina Kaif: 5 iconic bridal jewellery pieces that made it to wedding trousseau of Bollywood’s top divas8 quick vegetarian air fryer dishes you can make in under 10 minutesFrom a lavish house in Dubai to net worth: Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra’s luxurious lifestyle5 countries where tourist travel is extremely restrictedZeenat Aman, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Madhubala: Rare, unseen moments of Bollywood’s most iconic leading ladiesAnanya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Mouni Roy and Raveena Tandon: Celebrities who proudly display their Shiv bhakti side123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingNBA Trade NewsNBA Trade UpdateNew Jersey Devils TradeStefon DiggsFramber ValdezWPL Final PreviewHarmanpreet KaurDeontay WilderBrad MarchandChris Paul

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New Delhi: Congress MP and lawyer Vivek Tankha on Thursday wrote a letter to home minister Amit Shah seeking the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk who is detained under the stringent National Security Act, arguing that “a misunderstanding should not be stretched to a point where it causes deep hurt to the “soul of…

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MHT CET counselling 2026: CAP registration deadline extended again; check revised schedule here

MHT CET counselling 2026: CAP registration deadline extended again; check revised schedule here

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The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra has extended the registration deadline for the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) Centralised Admission Process (CAP) 2026 counselling once again. Eligible candidates can now complete the registration process till July 19 through the official website.The document verification and application confirmation process has also been extended. Candidates…

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Any misadventure from Pak to invite ‘unprecedented’ action, says Rajnath Singh

Any misadventure from Pak to invite ‘unprecedented’ action, says Rajnath Singh

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NEW DELHI: Just a day after Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi disclosed that India was on the verge of striking Pakistan from sea during Op Sindoor, defence minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said any “misadventure” from India’s neighbour in the prevailing situation would invite “unprecedented and decisive” action.Rajnath, speaking at a Sainik Samman Sammelan…

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KOLKATA: Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee dug out Sunday an undated picture of PM Modi seated and President Droupadi Murmu standing at an event, flagging it as “proof of who actually shows respect” while contesting his charge that TMC govt had “gravely insulted” the presidential chair with a protocol breach at Siliguri.“Why were you sitting when she was standing?” Mamata said from her SIR protest dais. “We honour every person holding constitutional posts.”Bengal being singled out ahead of polls: DidiThe PM attacks and disrespects Bengal before every election,” said the CM. Mamata alleged that Bengal was being singled out ahead of the assembly polls.She insisted the state had written to the organisers of the International Santal Conference on March 4, citing its inability to be part of the event due to various reasons. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Third US carrier on way as Israel launches ‘extensive strikes’ on IranFresh Food Airlifted Into UAE: LuLu flies 80,000 kg of Indian produce; more imports planned‘Xi’s world order died with Khamenei’: The good, the bad, and ugly of US-Iran war for China“But the Centre ignored it. If anything went wrong at the event, the Centre should be held responsible. Don’t blame us,” she said.The Siliguri conference, the CM insisted, was a private programme the state govt had never been asked to support. On allegations about inadequate toilets and other facilities, she said the venue was under the Airport Authority of India’s jurisdiction. “The green room, too, had been set up by the organisers in AAI territory. If anything went wrong there, it is their failure.”On the PM invoking International Women’s Day while criticising how Bengal treated a woman President, Mamata said, “We will celebrate Women’s Day a thousand times. We have been celebrating it since our childhood. You do not have the right to criticise us.”Chief secretary Nandini Chakravorty, who received a communication from Union home secretary Govind Mohan seeking an explanation for the “protocol breach”, formally responded in the evening, sources said.The controversy appeared to unite the opposition behind TMC. Congress’s Supriya Shrinate said the President’s office must not be used to “advance BJP’s political agenda”.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Good Relations With Govt Of India’: Iran’s Envoy To Delhi On Bilateral Ties Amid West Asia WarIndian Expat In UAE Opens Farmhouse For Tourists Stranded By Flight Disruptions Amid West Asia WarIran War: India Dragged In? Anand Ranganathan Cuts Through The Noise I Sunday ScrutinyIndia, China Should See Each Other As ‘Partners, Not Rivals’: Chinese FM Wang Yi Pushes Closer TiesChhattisgarh: BJP Leader Arrested After Opium Crop Found Hidden In Maize Field, Party Suspends HimDecoding BJP’s “Final Frontier” in West Bengal: Key Constituencies, Demographics, and Electoral DynamicsDecoding BJP’s Final Frontier in Tamil Nadu: Key Constituencies, Demographics, and Electoral Dynamics‘Arrogance Will Be Shattered’: PM Modi Attacks Mamata Banerjee Over Murmu’s Santhal Event Row“Grew Up In A Family Where Women Were…” Rahul Gandhi Praises School Girls On Women’s DayIndia To Operationalise Integrated Theatre Commands Before CDS General Chauhan Retires: Reports123Photostories11 traditional Gujarati breakfast dishes that are a must-tryYour resting heart rate could signal future heart risk: Cardiologist explains warning signs and lifestyle changes to keep it healthy7 hyper local foods that PM Modi made popular via speeches, social media and Mann ki BaatWomen’s Day 2026: Aishwarya Rai, Kangana Ranaut, Deepika Padukone – Actresses who defined warrior royalty on-screenWomen’s Day 2026: Shefali Shah, Karishma Tanna, Kajol – Powerful female characters on OTT that redefined storytellingTop 6 tallest buildings in Hong KongFrom luxurious bungalows worth approximately Rs 70 crore to a farmhouse in Dehradun: Archana Puran Singh’s lavish lifestyle4 habits of ancient yogis while eating food that need to make a comeback7 underrated vegetarian dishes with more protein than paneerAsh Ketchum’s top 6 most used Pokémons in battles: Pikachu, Snorlax, and more123Hot PicksMiddle East Oil RisksIran Mobile Missile LauncersDwarka ExpresswayUttam Nagar murderIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingFortnite Wild Weeks Power Hour EventDaksh ChaudharyUPSC ResultsMiddle East ConflictNoida AirportCody RhodesWWE Smackdown HighlightsUCEED ResultBombay High CourtWhere to watch ind vs nz t20

KOLKATA: Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee dug out Sunday an undated picture of PM Modi seated and President Droupadi Murmu standing at an event, flagging it as “proof of who actually shows respect” while contesting his charge that TMC govt had “gravely insulted” the presidential chair with a protocol breach at Siliguri.“Why were you sitting when she was standing?” Mamata said from her SIR protest dais. “We honour every person holding constitutional posts.”Bengal being singled out ahead of polls: DidiThe PM attacks and disrespects Bengal before every election,” said the CM. Mamata alleged that Bengal was being singled out ahead of the assembly polls.She insisted the state had written to the organisers of the International Santal Conference on March 4, citing its inability to be part of the event due to various reasons. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Third US carrier on way as Israel launches ‘extensive strikes’ on IranFresh Food Airlifted Into UAE: LuLu flies 80,000 kg of Indian produce; more imports planned‘Xi’s world order died with Khamenei’: The good, the bad, and ugly of US-Iran war for China“But the Centre ignored it. If anything went wrong at the event, the Centre should be held responsible. Don’t blame us,” she said.The Siliguri conference, the CM insisted, was a private programme the state govt had never been asked to support. On allegations about inadequate toilets and other facilities, she said the venue was under the Airport Authority of India’s jurisdiction. “The green room, too, had been set up by the organisers in AAI territory. If anything went wrong there, it is their failure.”On the PM invoking International Women’s Day while criticising how Bengal treated a woman President, Mamata said, “We will celebrate Women’s Day a thousand times. We have been celebrating it since our childhood. You do not have the right to criticise us.”Chief secretary Nandini Chakravorty, who received a communication from Union home secretary Govind Mohan seeking an explanation for the “protocol breach”, formally responded in the evening, sources said.The controversy appeared to unite the opposition behind TMC. Congress’s Supriya Shrinate said the President’s office must not be used to “advance BJP’s political agenda”.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Good Relations With Govt Of India’: Iran’s Envoy To Delhi On Bilateral Ties Amid West Asia WarIndian Expat In UAE Opens Farmhouse For Tourists Stranded By Flight Disruptions Amid West Asia WarIran War: India Dragged In? Anand Ranganathan Cuts Through The Noise I Sunday ScrutinyIndia, China Should See Each Other As ‘Partners, Not Rivals’: Chinese FM Wang Yi Pushes Closer TiesChhattisgarh: BJP Leader Arrested After Opium Crop Found Hidden In Maize Field, Party Suspends HimDecoding BJP’s “Final Frontier” in West Bengal: Key Constituencies, Demographics, and Electoral DynamicsDecoding BJP’s Final Frontier in Tamil Nadu: Key Constituencies, Demographics, and Electoral Dynamics‘Arrogance Will Be Shattered’: PM Modi Attacks Mamata Banerjee Over Murmu’s Santhal Event Row“Grew Up In A Family Where Women Were…” Rahul Gandhi Praises School Girls On Women’s DayIndia To Operationalise Integrated Theatre Commands Before CDS General Chauhan Retires: Reports123Photostories11 traditional Gujarati breakfast dishes that are a must-tryYour resting heart rate could signal future heart risk: Cardiologist explains warning signs and lifestyle changes to keep it healthy7 hyper local foods that PM Modi made popular via speeches, social media and Mann ki BaatWomen’s Day 2026: Aishwarya Rai, Kangana Ranaut, Deepika Padukone – Actresses who defined warrior royalty on-screenWomen’s Day 2026: Shefali Shah, Karishma Tanna, Kajol – Powerful female characters on OTT that redefined storytellingTop 6 tallest buildings in Hong KongFrom luxurious bungalows worth approximately Rs 70 crore to a farmhouse in Dehradun: Archana Puran Singh’s lavish lifestyle4 habits of ancient yogis while eating food that need to make a comeback7 underrated vegetarian dishes with more protein than paneerAsh Ketchum’s top 6 most used Pokémons in battles: Pikachu, Snorlax, and more123Hot PicksMiddle East Oil RisksIran Mobile Missile LauncersDwarka ExpresswayUttam Nagar murderIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingFortnite Wild Weeks Power Hour EventDaksh ChaudharyUPSC ResultsMiddle East ConflictNoida AirportCody RhodesWWE Smackdown HighlightsUCEED ResultBombay High CourtWhere to watch ind vs nz t20

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