NCERT organises nationwide webinar series to introduce new Class 9 textbooks under NCF 2023

NCERT organises nationwide webinar series to introduce new Class 9 textbooks under NCF 2023

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is launching a special webinar series on the occasion of the introduction of the new NCERT textbooks for Class 9 students for the 2026-27 academic session. The move is aimed at enabling principals, teachers, and parents to understand the changes introduced through the National Curriculum Framework…

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‘KGF’ to ‘Kirataka’: Yash films to watch on OTT before ‘Toxic- A Fairy Tale For Grown-ups’ release

‘KGF’ to ‘Kirataka’: Yash films to watch on OTT before ‘Toxic- A Fairy Tale For Grown-ups’ release

Before the highly anticipated release of ‘Toxic – A Fairy Tale For Grown-ups’ on June 4, 2026, fans can revisit Yash’s impressive filmography on OTT platforms. From the blockbuster ‘K.G.F’ series to early hits like ‘Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari’ and ‘Googly,’ these films showcase the journey of the pan-Indian superstar. Yash is a sensation in…

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Turkey earthquake mystery: What were the glowing lights seen in the sky? Here’s the truth

Turkey earthquake mystery: What were the glowing lights seen in the sky? Here’s the truth

Since the April 2026 earthquake in Turkey, the world has watched in awe as floating lights have appeared following this seismic event. With their origins rooted deeply in folklore, combined with modern geophysical knowledge, these luminous displays can bridge ancient cultural beliefs with new scientific discoveries. While often dismissed as mere optical illusions or UFO…

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Japan-led mission uncovers asteroid with all 5 ‘letters’ of DNA, breakthrough for understanding life’s origins

Japan-led mission uncovers asteroid with all 5 ‘letters’ of DNA, breakthrough for understanding life’s origins

Researchers detected the building blocks of DNA in samples collected from asteroid Ryugu/ (Image credit: JAXA, University of Tokyo) A detailed analysis of samples returned from the asteroid Ryugu has revealed the presence of all five canonical “letters” of DNA and RNA, a finding scientists say strengthens the case that the basic ingredients for life…

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West Bengal polls: TMC reels in voters with ‘Mache Bhate Bangali’, leaves BJP high & dry | India News

West Bengal polls: TMC reels in voters with ‘Mache Bhate Bangali’, leaves BJP high & dry | India News

This image is used for representation purpose only (AI-generated) NEW DELHI: As West Bengal gears up for the 2026 assembly polls, ‘Mache Bhate Bangali’, a common catchphrase that dominated the household of every Bengali has now moved into the political field.With this, it has become an emblem of identity, culture and pride, shaping the narrative…

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33 possible air pollution solutions progress to trial phase under challenge set by Delhi govt | India News

33 possible air pollution solutions progress to trial phase under challenge set by Delhi govt | India News

NEW DELHI: About 33 prototypes shortlisted under the Delhi government’s ‘innovation challenge’ to find solutions for the air pollution issue are set to enter the second phase for trials, according to officials familiar with the matter.These include solar-powered pole-mounted dust traps, filterless smoke and dust carbon-capturing devices, electrostatic mist sprayers, models for smart dust-suppression and…

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Abhishek Bachchan opens up on co-parenting with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan; ‘I have never butted heads with her’ | Hindi Movie News

Abhishek Bachchan opens up on co-parenting with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan; ‘I have never butted heads with her’ | Hindi Movie News

Abhishek Bachchan shares how fatherhood with Aaradhya transformed him. Recalling a Peppa Pig moment where she taught him equality through questions, he never butted heads after. With Aishwarya Rai, they lead by example—no fixed roles. Married 2007, Aaradhya born 2011. Over the years, Abhishek Bachchan has openly spoken about how fatherhood changed him, from his…

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IPL 2026: When CSK’s Sanju Samson credited his father’s advice that helped him handle pressure in tough matches

IPL 2026: When CSK’s Sanju Samson credited his father’s advice that helped him handle pressure in tough matches

Photo: Sanju Samson/ Instagram Ace Indian cricketer Sanju Samson’s power-packed performance helped India to win the T20 World Cup earlier this year. And now with the IPL 2026 season going on, the cricketer is seen playing for Chennai Super King (CSK). But as fans rave about his elegant strokeplay on field, his old interview with…

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Kerala assembly polls: Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala eyes chief minister post, awaits party’s call

Kerala assembly polls: Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala eyes chief minister post, awaits party’s call

Ramesh Chennithala (ANI image) NEW DELHI: Congress leader and Haripad assembly candidate Ramesh Chennithala on Friday said that the party leadership would take the final call on projecting him as the chief minister face for the 2026 Kerala assembly elections. Referring to his 50-year relationship with veteran leader Sonia Gandhi and the Nehru family, Chennithala…

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WBJEE 2026 registration deadline extended till this date; check revised schedule, direct link to apply here

WBJEE 2026 registration deadline extended till this date; check revised schedule, direct link to apply here

WBJEE 2026 registration: The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has extended the registration deadline for the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) 2026. Candidates can now apply online till April 8, 2026, instead of the earlier deadline of April 5.Interested candidates can complete their application process through the official website, wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee. The board has…

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Rashmika Mandanna shares viral video with Vijay Deverakonda reference; “now it’s us three” caption leaves fans curious

Rashmika Mandanna shares viral video with Vijay Deverakonda reference; “now it’s us three” caption leaves fans curious

Rashmika Mandanna’s recent social media video, featuring a cartoon of herself and Vijay Deverakonda with a “us three” caption, has sparked pregnancy rumors among fans. However, the post, shared via her personal diary account, might simply be a creative update symbolizing happiness or a new chapter, rather than a literal announcement. Rashmika Mandanna has been…

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Woman Tied Up And Raped: Govt employee gagged, raped at knifepoint, assaulted with rod again after claiming HIV infection | Vijayawada News

Woman Tied Up And Raped: Govt employee gagged, raped at knifepoint, assaulted with rod again after claiming HIV infection | Vijayawada News

VIJAYAWADA: A 35-year-old woman was severely injured after an unidentified man allegedly inserted an iron rod into her private parts in Macherla town of Palnadu district. The incident took place on Thursday evening at the victim’s residence. She has been working as a government employee in Macherla town and was alone at her residence when…

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Kanimozhi (PTI photo) DMK MP Kanimozhi on Thursday targeted the NDA during a campaign in Madurai, saying people in Tamil Nadu were not ready to vote for the BJP-led alliance and were instead backing the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA). Campaigning for DMK candidate Bhoominathan in the Madurai South constituency, she said voters would support those who could protect the future of Tamil people and their children.“People are not ready to vote for you (NDA). They are prepared to support the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and our alliance, which is capable of fulfilling the promises it has made under our Chief Minister. The people are ready to vote for those who will safeguard the future of Tamil people and Tamil children,” Kanimozhi said.She described the DMK-led alliance as policy-based and not driven by political convenience. Taking a swipe at AIADMK leader Edappadi Palaniswami, she said his party had earlier ruled out any tie-up with the BJP but was now allied with it. “Our alliance is a policy-based alliance. It is not a shifting or opportunistic alliance. It is a people-centric coalition that will continue its journey with commitment and stability. Years ago, Edappadi Palaniswami had declared that he would never, under any circumstances, form an alliance with the BJP. But today, they are standing together on the same stage, hand in hand. They come to seek votes based on such contradictions,” she added.Kanimozhi also rejected the BJP’s claim that the DMK was “anti-Hindu”, pointing to temple work carried out by the state government. “The BJP claims that the DMK is against Hindus. However, the reality speaks otherwise. Under this government, more than 4,000 temples have undergone consecration ceremonies (Kumbabhishekam)… this stands as clear evidence,” she said.On welfare schemes, she said the government had delivered on its promise of monthly financial assistance for women. “In the last election, we promised to provide Rs 1,000 as a monthly assistance to women, and we fulfilled that promise… in the next term, if we return to power, this assistance will be increased to Rs 2,000,” she added.She also criticised the Centre over rising LPG prices and supply concerns, questioning the “Make in India” push. “Even after the war, many countries have continued to function without any shortage of gas cylinders. However, under Prime Minister Modi’s ‘Make in India’ claims, even LPG cylinders are not truly made in India but are largely imported from abroad. As a result, today there is uncertainty about how long gas supplies will last. Many lodges and restaurants are struggling; the price of gas has nearly doubled, putting them under severe financial pressure,” she said.Kanimozhi said the DMK was approaching voters with “pride and confidence”, asking for support based on its work over the past five years. Tamil Nadu will vote in a single phase on April 23 across 234 constituencies, with counting scheduled for May 4.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. 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Kanimozhi (PTI photo) DMK MP Kanimozhi on Thursday targeted the NDA during a campaign in Madurai, saying people in Tamil Nadu were not ready to vote for the BJP-led alliance and were instead backing the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA). Campaigning for DMK candidate Bhoominathan in the Madurai South constituency, she said voters would support those who could protect the future of Tamil people and their children.“People are not ready to vote for you (NDA). They are prepared to support the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and our alliance, which is capable of fulfilling the promises it has made under our Chief Minister. The people are ready to vote for those who will safeguard the future of Tamil people and Tamil children,” Kanimozhi said.She described the DMK-led alliance as policy-based and not driven by political convenience. Taking a swipe at AIADMK leader Edappadi Palaniswami, she said his party had earlier ruled out any tie-up with the BJP but was now allied with it. “Our alliance is a policy-based alliance. It is not a shifting or opportunistic alliance. It is a people-centric coalition that will continue its journey with commitment and stability. Years ago, Edappadi Palaniswami had declared that he would never, under any circumstances, form an alliance with the BJP. But today, they are standing together on the same stage, hand in hand. They come to seek votes based on such contradictions,” she added.Kanimozhi also rejected the BJP’s claim that the DMK was “anti-Hindu”, pointing to temple work carried out by the state government. “The BJP claims that the DMK is against Hindus. However, the reality speaks otherwise. Under this government, more than 4,000 temples have undergone consecration ceremonies (Kumbabhishekam)… this stands as clear evidence,” she said.On welfare schemes, she said the government had delivered on its promise of monthly financial assistance for women. “In the last election, we promised to provide Rs 1,000 as a monthly assistance to women, and we fulfilled that promise… in the next term, if we return to power, this assistance will be increased to Rs 2,000,” she added.She also criticised the Centre over rising LPG prices and supply concerns, questioning the “Make in India” push. “Even after the war, many countries have continued to function without any shortage of gas cylinders. However, under Prime Minister Modi’s ‘Make in India’ claims, even LPG cylinders are not truly made in India but are largely imported from abroad. As a result, today there is uncertainty about how long gas supplies will last. Many lodges and restaurants are struggling; the price of gas has nearly doubled, putting them under severe financial pressure,” she said.Kanimozhi said the DMK was approaching voters with “pride and confidence”, asking for support based on its work over the past five years. Tamil Nadu will vote in a single phase on April 23 across 234 constituencies, with counting scheduled for May 4.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. 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DMK MP Kanimozhi on Thursday targeted the NDA during a campaign in Madurai, saying people in Tamil Nadu were not ready to vote for the BJP-led alliance and were instead backing the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA). Campaigning for DMK candidate Bhoominathan in the Madurai South constituency, she said voters would support those who could protect…

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UP Board to reopen portal for Class 12 practical marks on April 6–7: Deadline warning issued

UP Board to reopen portal for Class 12 practical marks on April 6–7: Deadline warning issued

UP Board to reopen portal for Class 12 practical marks The Board of Secondary Education Uttar Pradesh (UPMSP) has announced a special two-day window on April 6 and 7, 2026, to allow schools to upload pending Class 12 (Intermediate) practical examination marks, after lapses in internal submissions impacted thousands of students.According to an official release…

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Sonam Kapoor shares first heartwarming PHOTO with her newborn from the hospital – see photo | Hindi Movie News

Sonam Kapoor shares first heartwarming PHOTO with her newborn from the hospital – see photo | Hindi Movie News

Sonam Kapoor shared her first hospital photo, holding her newborn baby close, captioned “Grateful beyond words.” The actress welcomed her second son with Anand Ahuja on March 29, 2026. Sonam said her elder son Vayu is thrilled to be a big brother, calling it a beautiful new chapter for their family. On Friday, Bollywood actress…

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‘Ghar wapsi will take place soon’: All India Imam Organisation chief says PoK will be reintegrated with India

‘Ghar wapsi will take place soon’: All India Imam Organisation chief says PoK will be reintegrated with India

Chief Imam of the All India Imam Organisation Umer Ahmed Ilyasi NEW DELHI: Chief Imam of the All India Imam Organisation Umer Ahmed Ilyasi on Friday said Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) would “very soon” be reintegrated with India, while also praising the changes he said had taken place in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of…

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