VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html George Russell and Carmen Montero Mundt combined net worth 2026: Exploring Mercedes star’s salary, earnings, the couple’s engagement and more A World War II submarine detector was later used to map magnetic stripes on the seafloor, helping scientists prove that Earth’s tectonic plates move Total number of airports, seaports and land ports allowing entry of e-visa holders rises to 88 NEW DELHI: The government has notified 11 more international ports in the country, including 9 land ports and 2 airports, for the entry of eligible foreigners arriving on electronic visas (e-visas). They can now land with e-visa at Bhopal and Tirupati airports and clear immigration.The additional landports via which e-visa holding foreign nationals can enter India include Attari in Punjab; Gede, Ghojanga and Jaigaon in West Bengal; Darranga in Assam; Agartala in Tripura; Moreh in Manipur; and Haridaspur in Odisha.E-visas currently make up 78% of the total visas issued in the country. India provides approximately 95% e-visas applications in less than 72 hours.The home ministry, in a statement on Monday, said the addition of 11 international ports further enhances attractiveness and utility of electronic visa.The Narendra Modi govt has taken a number of significant initiatives over the last few years to liberalize, streamline and simplify visa regime with a view to facilitating the legitimate foreign travelers while simultaneously ramping up the technological infrastructure to enhance internal security.With the latest addition of 11 international airports to the e-visa scheme, the total number of international ports enabling entry of e-visa holder foreigners has risen to 88, including 37 airports, 38 seaports and 13 land ports.E-visa facility, with electronic travel authorisation (ETA), was introduced in 2014 to liberalize and simplify the Indian visa regime, especially the tourist visa regime. Having taken off with 43 eligible countries, the facility is now available to nationals of 172 countries.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesE-visa is presently issued under 17 sub-categories; namely tourist visa, mountaineering visa, business visa (six types), medical visa (four types), student visa (two types), transit visa, miscellaneous visa and group visitor visa (cruise).Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosJharkhand Students Storm Assembly Gates Amid Tear Gas, Lathicharge As ED Probe Intensifies Exam RowBihar Man Posed As IAS Officer, Claimed Doval Link; Police Seize Tesla, SUV And Imported Liquor’Mujhe Narendra Naam Se Nafrat Ho Gayi Hai’: PM Modi Interacts With India’s CWG Champions | Watch109 Years Later, MP Man Gets U.K. Response On War Loan ClaimSupriya Sule Says No Politics In PM Modi Meet As NCP-SP MPs Raise Maharashtra’s Key Demands‘Hitting Us On Head, Face’: Police Lathi-Charge Students During Assembly Gherao March In JharkhandModi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalin’s DMK, Sharad Pawar’s NCP-SP For Delimitation?Jharkhand Showdown: Protesters Set To Gherao State Assembly; Demand JSSC-CGL Cancellation, CBI ProbeAgni-4 Missile Fills Crucial Range Gap, Bolsters India’s Strategic Deterrence Against ChinaJNU Cancels Venue For Umar Khalid Book Event: JNUSU Alleges Censorship, ABVP Claims Credit123Photostories”… served non-stop with coconut chutney and a tub of…”: Vicky Kaushal on his go-to me-time meal beyond parathas; recipes inside10 beautiful baby names that mean “blessing from God”Optical illusions and personality test: What you spot first reveals your hidden personality traitsWhat happens when you consume Tulsi leaves daily? Sadhguru and Hansaji on its benefits, traditional uses and what science says7 Teacup dog breeds that are perfect for apartment living in IndiaEnd your day on a calmer note with these 5 simple evening ritualsOne of India’s rarest birds: 5 fascinating facts about the great Indian bustardOTT releases this week (August 10-August 16): ‘Cocktail 2’, ‘Aakhri Sawaal’, ‘Reacher Season 4’, ‘A Child of My Own’ and moreMr Faisu’s luxurious Mumbai home: Dreamy closet, a massive living room, watch collection and moreWalking isn’t ‘just walking’: 6 ways to make your daily walk work harder for your heart, muscles and metabolism123Hot PicksKarnataka cauvery disputeNEET PG city intimation slipUttarakhand rainJharkhand protestDevendra Nath MahtoAP EAMCET seat allotmentBrown University ScholarshipAtiq Ahmed sonAssam floodsTop TrendingAhmedabad Rape CaseSurat PG Medical Student SuicideEthanol BlendingTN Cauvery Water DisputeAtiq Ahmed SonHyderabad Hit and Run CaseAssam Floods DeathsAbhijeet DipkeTarun TejpalShakeel Noorani CINTAA president Poonam Dhillon hits back at allegations by members, calls it deeply offensive: ‘You wouldn’t believe how vulgar’ 6 simple ways to protect metal door locks from rust during monsoon | Ethanol-blended diesel fails safety test, says govt; wider use ruled out for now British couple jailed in Iran over spying charges end 3-month hunger strike, family demands release NEW DELHI: Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren on Monday thanked the officials and security agencies for “handling” the student protest march against the alleged irregularities in the state recruitment examinations with “restraint, sensitivity and complete responsibility.”Soren posted an open letter addressing the students on X and said that the government has listened to their concerns and assured them that their demands will be addressed with seriousness and sensitivity.”You have raised your voice for your demands in a peaceful manner. In a democracy, it is your right to express your views, and it is the government’s responsibility to respect your voice. The government has heard you. Our senior ministers have been in constant dialogue with you, and I assure you that action will be taken on your demands with utmost seriousness and sensitivity,” he said.Further, Soren said that the government’s objective is to eliminate shortcomings in the examination system.”In the past few days, you have seen that the government has spared no one, no matter who the guilty party is. Our clear objective is to eliminate such shortcomings in the system so that no student has to face trouble in the future. We want to make the examination system more transparent, technology-enabled, secure and accountable. Your participation in this change is the most important,” he said.In his post, Soren also appealed to the students not to fall into the trap of a political narrative.”Our effort is that Jharkhand should not just discuss problems, but set a new example of solutions from here. I also understand that amid your peaceful movement, some people from the opposition have tried to spoil the atmosphere and mislead students for political gain. I appeal to all of you not to fall into the trap of any such political narrative,” the chief minister said.”You are the future of Jharkhand. It is not about ignoring your voice, but listening to it and resolving your problems – that is our responsibility. I will reiterate my point: let us resolve this issue together through dialogue and trust,” he added.This comes after thousands of students participated in the ‘Vidhan Sabha Gherao’ march organised by the JPSC-JSSC Reform Morcha against alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations.During the march, several agitators and four policemen were injured in a clash near the Jharkhand assembly, as police used water cannons, tear gas and lathi-charged job aspirants protesting against alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations, officials said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesEarlier on Sunday, Jharkhand students protesting irregularities in recruitment exams rejected the Hemant Soren-led government’s claim that 98% of their demands had been accepted. They said only three of the 13 exams they wanted cancelled had been scrapped.The students accused the JMM-led government of “spreading lies” and said they would continue their peaceful protest.At a press conference, a student leader said, “The Jharkhand government is spreading lies that it fulfilled 98% of our demands. It cancelled only three of the 13 exams sought by us.”The protesters are demanding a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in all recruitment exams conducted by the state. Student leader Ravindra Paswan accused the government of insisting on a CID probe, which he claimed was known for “cover-ups”.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.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 MediaVideos’Mujhe Narendra Naam Se Nafrat Ho Gayi Hai’: PM Modi Interacts With India’s CWG Champions | Watch109 Years Later, MP Man Gets U.K. Response On War Loan ClaimSupriya Sule Says No Politics In PM Modi Meet As NCP-SP MPs Raise Maharashtra’s Key Demands‘Hitting Us On Head, Face’: Police Lathi-Charge Students During Assembly Gherao March In JharkhandModi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalin’s DMK, Sharad Pawar’s NCP-SP For Delimitation?Jharkhand Showdown: Protesters Set To Gherao State Assembly; Demand JSSC-CGL Cancellation, CBI ProbeAgni-4 Missile Fills Crucial Range Gap, Bolsters India’s Strategic Deterrence Against ChinaJNU Cancels Venue For Umar Khalid Book Event: JNUSU Alleges Censorship, ABVP Claims CreditJharkhand Govt To Cancel JPSC Exams, But Rejects CGL Demand; Students Insist On CBI ProbeWATCH: Mamata Banerjee’s Car Hit By ‘Large Stones, Shoes’; Bengal BJP Chief Condemns Attack123Photostories”… served non-stop with coconut chutney and a tub of…”: Vicky Kaushal on his go-to me-time meal beyond parathas; recipes inside10 beautiful baby names that mean “blessing from God”Optical illusions and personality test: What you spot first reveals your hidden personality traitsWhat happens when you consume Tulsi leaves daily? 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India needs both for cleaner mobility, says IFGE ‘Madhuri Dixit got married!’: IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe recalls friend’s ‘heartbreak’ over Madhuri’s marriage to Dr Shriram Nene during UPSC days At 13, Jay Hung became his mother’s caregiver; now the Queen’s student has built a peer community for young Canadians like him Sri Lanka planned 17 solar projects in Hambantota, but the development could reduce scrubland used by more than 400 elephants | World News Aug 10, 2026, 20:43 IST ‘Broken overnight’: How stock market’s new closing auction is making traders jittery Amitabh Bachchan apologises for ‘Huge Error’ in X post numbering as fans flood comments with ‘Jantar Mantar number leak protest’ memes America is turning decades-old radioactive waste into strontium-90 power systems that could keep underwater sensors running for decades Archaeologists in Málaga uncovered a 13-metre megalithic tomb more than 5,000 years old; ivory, amber and seashells point to long-distance exchange networks US truckers must speak English: Trump administration moves to make rule permanent Pankaj Kumar, an aide of Devendra Mahto, claimed that he was injured during lathi-charge by police near the assembly. NEW DELHI: Devendra Mahto, on fast for the past 9 days over the “anomalies” in the government exams, was hospitalised after his health deteriorated during the planned march to assembly on Monday.Doctors described Mahto’s condition as critical, due to a “drastic” drop in his blood sugar level.“He is being treated in the emergency ward,” Nancy Priya, Medical Officer at Ranchi Sadar Hospital, told news agency PTI.Pankaj Kumar, an aide of Mahto who was with him in the hospital, claimed that he was injured during lathi-charge by police near the assembly.Several agitators and four policemen were injured during a clash near the Jharkhand assembly on Monday, as police used water cannons, tear gas and lathi-charged job aspirants protesting against the alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations, officials said.ALSO READ | Jharkhand students carry Mahto as police lathicharge, use water cannons, tear gas during marchPolice on Monday used water cannons, tear gas and resorted to a lathi charge as thousands of students protesting alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations marched towards the Jharkhand Assembly in Ranchi. The protesters attempted to breach multiple layers of barricades as they advanced towards the Assembly.At least three people, including two protesters and a Jharkhand Armed Police (JAP) personnel, were injured during the confrontation, according to officials. The protesters were taking part in the ‘Vidhan Sabha Gherao’ march organised by the JPSC-JSSC Reform Morcha.Earlier in the day, Jharkhand students protesting irregularities in recruitment exams rejected the Hemant Soren-led government’s claim that 98% of their demands have been accepted. They said only three of the 13 exams they wanted cancelled have been scrapped.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe students accused the JMM-led government of “spreading lies” and said they would continue their peaceful protest.At a presser, a student leader said, “The Jharkhand government is spreading lies that it fulfilled 98 per cent of our demands. It cancelled only 3 of 13 exams sought by us.”The protesters are demanding a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in all recruitment exams conducted by the state. Student leader Ravindra Paswan accused the government of insisting on a CID probe, which he claimed was known for “cover-ups”.ALSO READ | Jharkhand protesters defy tear gas, lathi charge to enter assembly premises – top developmentsGet the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.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 MediaVideos109 Years Later, MP Man Gets U.K. Response On War Loan ClaimSupriya Sule Says No Politics In PM Modi Meet As NCP-SP MPs Raise Maharashtra’s Key Demands‘Hitting Us On Head, Face’: Police Lathi-Charge Students During Assembly Gherao March In JharkhandModi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalin’s DMK, Sharad Pawar’s NCP-SP For Delimitation?Jharkhand Showdown: Protesters Set To Gherao State Assembly; Demand JSSC-CGL Cancellation, CBI ProbeAgni-4 Missile Fills Crucial Range Gap, Bolsters India’s Strategic Deterrence Against ChinaJNU Cancels Venue For Umar Khalid Book Event: JNUSU Alleges Censorship, ABVP Claims CreditJharkhand Govt To Cancel JPSC Exams, But Rejects CGL Demand; Students Insist On CBI ProbeWATCH: Mamata Banerjee’s Car Hit By ‘Large Stones, Shoes’; Bengal BJP Chief Condemns Attack‘Shivling Beneath Darul Uloom Deoband’: Hindu Outfit Plans Ganga Water Offering At Islamic Seminary123Photostories”… served non-stop with coconut chutney and a tub of…”: Vicky Kaushal on his go-to me-time meal beyond parathas; recipes inside10 beautiful baby names that mean “blessing from God”Optical illusions and personality test: What you spot first reveals your hidden personality traitsWhat happens when you consume Tulsi leaves daily? 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Here’s what we know Quote of the day by Alexander Graham Bell: “Great discoveries and improvements invariably involve the cooperation of many minds” The war that keeps being born: Agent Orange and its multigeneration effects spain’s belchite was destroyed in the 1937 civil war, but archaeologists are still finding bullets, trenches and personal belongings beneath its ruins | World News US stock market today: Wall Street drifts near all-time high; crude oil prices rise A few things you can expect from ‘House of the Dragon’ season 4 Michelle Obama Parenting Philosophy: “You’re not dealing with these issues at 16 if…”: Michelle Obama’s parenting philosophy on raising independent children Earth’s core contains most of the planet’s gold, and scientists now find evidence that some core material is leaking into the mantle Can Keely Hodgkinson become the first British woman to achieve European 800m hat-trick in European Athletics Championships following Olympics glory? ‘After 14 years of dealing with the endless US immigration stress’: H-1B Redditor says he moved to Switzerland and life is incredible ‘Huge credit to him’: VVS Laxman recalls Jay Shah’s role in driving BCCI CoE project At 83, Amitabh Bachchan pulls off 24-hour work shifts, reveals food, sleep, connecting with fans through blog is taking a backseat: ‘Commitments are commitments’ Archana Kalpathi, producer of Vijay’s GOAT and Bigil movies, appointed member of HR&CE temple trustee panel California’s Hillsborough saw its home-sale record jump from $35 million to $70 million as an AI industry buyer purchased a 12,400-square-foot estate NEW DELHI: The annual Akhil Bharatiya Samanvay Baithak, a coordination meeting of organisations inspired by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), will be held at Gudilova in Andhra Pradesh’s Visakhapatnam district from August 19 to 21, the organisation said on Monday.The three-day meeting will bring together senior office-bearers of 32 organisations associated with the Sangh, including their national presidents, general secretaries, organising secretaries and selected other functionaries, an RSS statement said.RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale, all Sahsarkaryawahs and national-level heads of various RSS departments will attend the meeting, it said.Senior representatives of organisations including the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh, Bharatiya Kisan Sangh, Bharatiya Janata Party, Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, Saksham and Rashtra Sevika Samiti are expected to participate.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesDuring the meeting, participating organisations will present updates on their activities and share observations and suggestions on issues of national and public importance, according to the RSS.The meeting will also discuss ways to improve coordination and cooperation among the participating organisations, as well as issues related to public welfare and policy.Among the subjects expected to figure in the discussions are population imbalance, de-addiction, creating awareness among the youth, implementation of ‘Panch Parivartan’ and the Bharatiya perspective on development.The RSS said the organisations participating in the meeting have been working in different areas of social life for several years and are engaged in public awareness, social reform and efforts to bring about changes in various systems.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Hitting Us On Head, Face’: Police Lathi-Charge Students During Assembly Gherao March In JharkhandModi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalin’s DMK, Sharad Pawar’s NCP-SP For Delimitation?Jharkhand Showdown: Protesters Set To Gherao State Assembly; Demand JSSC-CGL Cancellation, CBI ProbeAgni-4 Missile Fills Crucial Range Gap, Bolsters India’s Strategic Deterrence Against ChinaJNU Cancels Venue For Umar Khalid Book Event: JNUSU Alleges Censorship, ABVP Claims CreditJharkhand Govt To Cancel JPSC Exams, But Rejects CGL Demand; Students Insist On CBI ProbeWATCH: Mamata Banerjee’s Car Hit By ‘Large Stones, Shoes’; Bengal BJP Chief Condemns Attack‘Shivling Beneath Darul Uloom Deoband’: Hindu Outfit Plans Ganga Water Offering At Islamic SeminaryBaramati Airfield Runway Excursion: Training Aircraft Veers Off Runway, No Injuries ReportedIN-SPACe Moves To Privatise Operations Of Rs 986-Crore Kulasekarapattinam Spaceport123Photostories7 Teacup dog breeds that are perfect for apartment living in IndiaEnd your day on a calmer note with these 5 simple evening ritualsOne of India’s rarest birds: 5 fascinating facts about the great Indian bustardOTT releases this week (August 10-August 16): ‘Cocktail 2’, ‘Aakhri Sawaal’, ‘Reacher Season 4’, ‘A Child of My Own’ and moreMr Faisu’s luxurious Mumbai home: Dreamy closet, a massive living room, watch collection and moreWalking isn’t ‘just walking’: 6 ways to make your daily walk work harder for your heart, muscles and metabolism9 strangest street foods from around the world that locals swear byCan you put aluminium foil in an air fryer? Here’s what happensThe 5 dirtiest things in your house aren’t where you think“Your gut doesn’t get damaged overnight”: Gastroenterologist lists 8 daily habits to avoid and ways to improve gut health123Hot PicksKarnataka cauvery disputeNEET PG city intimation slipUttarakhand rainJharkhand protestDevendra Nath MahtoAP EAMCET seat allotmentBrown University ScholarshipAtiq Ahmed sonAssam floodsTop TrendingAhmedabad Rape CaseSurat PG Medical Student SuicideEthanol BlendingTN Cauvery Water DisputeAtiq Ahmed SonHyderabad Hit and Run CaseAssam Floods DeathsAbhijeet DipkeTarun TejpalShakeel Noorani Anne Hathaway’s tips on parenting: From avoiding social media to the one thing she learned from Prince William and Kate Middleton Horoscope Today (Birth Date 1), August 10, 2026: A Deadline Tests Your Judgement ‘IAS officer’ posing as Ajit Doval’s ‘undercover agent’ held, cops seize Tesla car, liquor stash H-1B, L-1 visa extensions get costlier from Sept 9: What changes and who pays NEW DELHI: Union minister JP Nadda on Monday countered leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, refuting his allegations that the government ordered the Delhi police to fire upon students protesting against the NEET paper leak on July 20.During a press conference, the Union minister accused Rahul of “shifting goalposts” to prevent Parliament from functioning.”Rahul Gandhi keeps shifting the goalposts, both in Parliament and in the narrative, on a daily basis. His objective is not to engage in dialogue but to spread chaos. Initially, at the start of the session, he demanded a discussion on NEET. When we agreed to that, he raised the issue of the Ram Mandir Trust instead; subsequently, he insisted that the home minister make a statement regarding the Jantar Mantar incident. His intention is to prevent the House from functioning,” Nadda said.”He does not want the House to run; that is why he has been disrupting proceedings for the past 15 days while simultaneously pushing for a discussion on the Jantar Mantar issue. Today, when it was decided that the Jantar Mantar issue would indeed be discussed, he began misleading the people and the country by claiming that shots were fired at Jantar Mantar, when, in fact, no such incident occurred,” he added.Nadda’s remarks came hours after the Congress leader, during a press conference, reiterated his three demands, which he termed as “non-negotiables”, to break the Parliament deadlock.The Congress leader demanded that Union home minister Amit Shah tell Parliament who ordered firing against students during the NEET paper leak protest. He said, apart from Shah’s statement, PM Modi should apologise for what happened and called for accountability over the alleged donation theft in Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir.”The question was always that Amit Shah has to make it clear who authorised the shooting of our youngsters in Delhi. Pellet guns were fired, students were beaten with lathis with nails on them. He should come clean. Did he order it or did he not order it? If he ordered it, he is guilty of getting our children shot. And if he didn’t know about it happening, he’s incompetent. Either way, he should go. This was the discussion,” Rahul Gandhi said in a presser.”The question was never that Mr Amit Shah is going to come and give a speech on some general topics in Parliament. Second, the Prime Minister apologises for what has happened. And third was the issue of the Ram temple theft. People very close to the Prime Minister have stolen from the Ram Mandir. These are the three issues,” he added.”We are interested in whether he authorised or didn’t authorise the shooting of our children. First, he should make that abundantly clear. After that, the question of any discussion arises. That is the situation. And that is what the opposition is demanding. That is what we have been demanding for the last 15 days. For 15 days, neither Prime Minister nor home minister had the courage to come to Parliament, guts to own up to what they have done,” he further said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesFor the 16th consecutive day, the Lower House failed to complete Question Hour due to persistent sloganeering by Opposition members. As many as nine bills have been passed by the Lok Sabha during the Monsoon Session, but only two have been debated.Opposition parties have been demanding a response from home minister Amit Shah over alleged police brutality against students protesting the NEET paper leak across the country, as well as a debate on alleged embezzlement of donations from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.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 MediaVideos109 Years Later, MP Man Gets U.K. Response On War Loan ClaimSupriya Sule Says No Politics In PM Modi Meet As NCP-SP MPs Raise Maharashtra’s Key Demands‘Hitting Us On Head, Face’: Police Lathi-Charge Students During Assembly Gherao March In JharkhandModi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalin’s DMK, Sharad Pawar’s NCP-SP For Delimitation?Jharkhand Showdown: Protesters Set To Gherao State Assembly; Demand JSSC-CGL Cancellation, CBI ProbeAgni-4 Missile Fills Crucial Range Gap, Bolsters India’s Strategic Deterrence Against ChinaJNU Cancels Venue For Umar Khalid Book Event: JNUSU Alleges Censorship, ABVP Claims CreditJharkhand Govt To Cancel JPSC Exams, But Rejects CGL Demand; Students Insist On CBI ProbeWATCH: Mamata Banerjee’s Car Hit By ‘Large Stones, Shoes’; Bengal BJP Chief Condemns Attack‘Shivling Beneath Darul Uloom Deoband’: Hindu Outfit Plans Ganga Water Offering At Islamic Seminary123Photostories”… served non-stop with coconut chutney and a tub of…”: Vicky Kaushal on his go-to me-time meal beyond parathas; recipes inside10 beautiful baby names that mean “blessing from God”Optical illusions and personality test: What you spot first reveals your hidden personality traitsWhat happens when you consume Tulsi leaves daily? 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