Pralhad Joshi holds key CBSE meeting: What could change for students and teachers
Amid the ongoing debate over the three-language formula, Education Minister Pralhad Joshi reviewed key CBSE issues as the Supreme Court raised concerns over its implementation, teacher availability and student burden.
Onion prices shoot up 59%: What is ‘Kanda Express’ and how will it bring rates down?
Onion prices have jumped sharply across India, prompting the Centre to launch ‘Kanda Express’ and send buffer stocks to major cities. Know how it will help and at what prices it will be offered in the market.
Rahul Gandhi urges Fadnavis to intervene in Maharashtra tribal students’ protest over hostel rules
Sharing his letter on X, Gandhi highlighted the harsh conditions and “humiliating” rules faced by tribal students residing in state-run hostels.
Delhi-NCR weather update: Red alert issued for all districts as IMD warns of heavy rain; 15 flights cancelled
IMD issued a red nowcast warning for all Delhi districts, forecasting heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of up to 60 kmph until 10.13 am on Tuesday. Check details here.
Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket under scanner in Karnataka, face licence suspension over ‘Datura’ sale
The action was taken after the department, during an inspection, found datura fruits and seeds being sold online for human use. The officials also found FSSAI licence or registration numbers on some packets, raising concerns about how the products were being listed and sold as food-related items.
BMC takes action against unauthorised alterations in Mumbai’s luxury high-rise flats, demolishes over 100 illegal spaces
The BMC conducted demolition in three flats on Monday. The action was carried out by a team comprising 15 workers and 10 civic officials and staff, with police protection.
Texas to receive at least $7.5 billion from stalled border reimbursement fund, Cornyn says
The state — which spent over $11 billion on Operation Lone Star — could receive more through a separate $3.5 billion reimbursement fund administered by the Department of Justice.
Paxton promises to ban Chinese technology and chatbots that endanger children in data center platform
He also backed the DATA Act, a bill by Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, that would let data centers build off-the-grid power systems exempt from federal regulation.
Abbott asks court to reject Minnesota bid to force extradition of ICE officer
The Texas governor said he has doubts Christian Castro is a fugitive subject to extradition, adding the state is still investigating. A hearing on keeping him in custody is Tuesday.
Texas Railroad Commission eliminates public comment period from its public meetings
The agency that regulates the state’s oil and gas industry voted to adopt the new policy before sharing it with the public. It added more “listening sessions” when the public can speak to agency staff.