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Third language from Class IX will cause undue stress, says Supreme Court
NEW DELHI: Flagging the introduction of a third language in schools, Supreme Court Thursday said the decision to introduce it at the Class IX level would put unnecessary stress on students preparing for board examinations. Read More
NEET-UG results declared: 2 score 715/720, 19 cross 700
NEW DELHI: NEET-UG 2026 saw a sharp rise in top scores after the paper-leak controversy and nationwide retest, with Punjab’s Aryan Gupta topping the exam with a 715 score. Read More
Fema a civil law, RBI alone can compound offences, says ED
NEW DELHI: ED Thursday reiterated that Fema is primarily a civil legislation that through Section 15 provides for compounding of contraventions to facilitate voluntary compliance, reduce litigation and ensure expeditious disposal of Read More
Does marital rape law shield men from unnatural sex prosecution?
NEW DELHI: In the pending pleas challenging the constitutional validity of penal law provisions shielding husbands from marital rape charges, the Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to examine another question — despite the exemption, ca Read More
Formulate policy to free elderly, terminally ill prisoners: Supreme Court
NEW DELHI: Holding that a person cannot be denied the right to life and dignity upon conviction and that constitutional values are not suspended in prisons, SC Thursday directed states and UTs to formulate a policy within three months Read More
Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Campbell, Kris Jenner’s mother, passes away at 91
Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Campbell, Kris Jenner’s mother and Kardashian-Jenner family matriarch, dies at 91: ‘My mom was the heart of our family’
The Kardashian-Jenner family is mourning a heartbreaking loss. Read More
Alia Bhatt’s ‘Alpha’ diet revealed: Trainer shares her routine
Alia Bhatt’s ‘Alpha’ diet revealed: Celebrity trainer Karan Sawhney shares her 100-125g protein intake, workout and recovery routine
Alia Bhatt impressed audiences with her high-octane action sequences in ‘Alp Read More
Vivek reacts to Wangchuk’s hunger strike: ‘Abhineta hu, neta nahi’
Vivek Oberoi reacts to Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike: ‘Yaar main abhineta hu, neta nahi hu. Read More
‘Was shocked to know of Aamir-Kiran’s divorce,’ says the actor’s friend: ‘There was no bitterness’
Following Aamir Khan’s intimate wedding to Gauri Spratt, his close friend and ‘Lagaan’ co-star Amin Hajee has spoken candidly about the actor’s past relationships, sharing his thoughts on Aamir’s separa Read More
Urvashi Rautela meets Tom Hiddleston at Wimbledon 2026 final
Urvashi Rautela meets Tom Hiddleston at Wimbledon 2026 final; internet can’t keep calm: ‘Loki forgot to remove her from timeline’
Urvashi Rautela has once again grabbed the internet’s attention after sharing a Read More
Buying A Flat In Karnataka? Here’s What The New Apartment Bill Could Change
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Karnataka proposes new law for apartment ownership and management.
Bill aims to strengthen homebuyers’ rights, replacing outdated 1972 acts. Read More
ITR Filing 2026: Freelancer? Here’s Which Income Tax Return Form You Should Choose
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Selecting correct ITR form ensures accurate, timely returns.
ITR-1 now includes two properties, limited capital gains. Read More
Stock Markets End On A Muted Note, Sensex Closes At 77,186, Nifty Tests 24K
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Indian markets finished mixed; Sensex up, Nifty down slightly.
Asian markets fell; tech weakness, West Asia tensions weighed. Read More
Financial Planning Isn’t Just About Retirement. Monsoon Emergencies Matter Too
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Monsoon drives medical loan needs, revealing cash-flow struggles.
Traditional finance fails short-term needs; digital lending offers rapid support. Read More
Fake Tax Claims In ITR Filing Can Be Costly. Here’s What Taxpayers Should Know
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Taxpayers face penalties, prosecution for fake ITR deductions.
Income Tax Department’s data tools easily detect discrepancies. Read More
WedMeGood report finds Sri Lanka emerging as a preferred destination for Indian weddings
Destination weddings now account for one in four Indian weddings, with their share expected to increase to 30-32 per cent by 2028, according to WedMeGood’s Destination Wedding Report 2026. Read More
Andaman to expand scuba tourism network with eight new diving sites
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Sri Vijaya Puram, The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has identified eight new scuba diving sites in Mayabunder and Diglipur to promote sustainable tourism and expand adventure water sports in the North and Middle Read More
The Zora pre-launches luxury event venue The Zora Estate in Delhi
The Zora Delhi Convention Centre has pre-launched The Zora Estate, a new luxury event venue designed by wedding and event designer Abhinav Bhagat within its Open Canvas space at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Lodhi Road. Read More
PADI to host inaugural AmbassaDiver Summit on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef; India represented by Aakash Malhotra and Shaan Singh
The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) has announced the inaugural PADI AmbassaDiver Summit, a global gathering of divers, storytellers, ocean advocates and celebrities that will be held on Australia’s Great Barrier Re Read More
Third language from Class IX will cause undue stress, says Supreme Court
NEW DELHI: Flagging the introduction of a third language in schools, Supreme Court Thursday said the decision to introduce it at the Class IX level would put unnecessary stress on students preparing for board examinations. Read More
NEET-UG results declared: 2 score 715/720, 19 cross 700
NEW DELHI: NEET-UG 2026 saw a sharp rise in top scores after the paper-leak controversy and nationwide retest, with Punjab’s Aryan Gupta topping the exam with a 715 score. Read More
Fema a civil law, RBI alone can compound offences, says ED
NEW DELHI: ED Thursday reiterated that Fema is primarily a civil legislation that through Section 15 provides for compounding of contraventions to facilitate voluntary compliance, reduce litigation and ensure expeditious disposal of Read More
Does marital rape law shield men from unnatural sex prosecution?
NEW DELHI: In the pending pleas challenging the constitutional validity of penal law provisions shielding husbands from marital rape charges, the Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to examine another question — despite the exemption, ca Read More
Formulate policy to free elderly, terminally ill prisoners: Supreme Court
NEW DELHI: Holding that a person cannot be denied the right to life and dignity upon conviction and that constitutional values are not suspended in prisons, SC Thursday directed states and UTs to formulate a policy within three months Read More
Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Campbell, Kris Jenner’s mother, passes away at 91
Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Campbell, Kris Jenner’s mother and Kardashian-Jenner family matriarch, dies at 91: ‘My mom was the heart of our family’
The Kardashian-Jenner family is mourning a heartbreaking loss. Read More
Alia Bhatt’s ‘Alpha’ diet revealed: Trainer shares her routine
Alia Bhatt’s ‘Alpha’ diet revealed: Celebrity trainer Karan Sawhney shares her 100-125g protein intake, workout and recovery routine
Alia Bhatt impressed audiences with her high-octane action sequences in ‘Alp Read More
Vivek reacts to Wangchuk’s hunger strike: ‘Abhineta hu, neta nahi’
Vivek Oberoi reacts to Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike: ‘Yaar main abhineta hu, neta nahi hu. Read More
‘Was shocked to know of Aamir-Kiran’s divorce,’ says the actor’s friend: ‘There was no bitterness’
Following Aamir Khan’s intimate wedding to Gauri Spratt, his close friend and ‘Lagaan’ co-star Amin Hajee has spoken candidly about the actor’s past relationships, sharing his thoughts on Aamir’s separa Read More
Urvashi Rautela meets Tom Hiddleston at Wimbledon 2026 final
Urvashi Rautela meets Tom Hiddleston at Wimbledon 2026 final; internet can’t keep calm: ‘Loki forgot to remove her from timeline’
Urvashi Rautela has once again grabbed the internet’s attention after sharing a Read More
Buying A Flat In Karnataka? Here’s What The New Apartment Bill Could Change
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Karnataka proposes new law for apartment ownership and management.
Bill aims to strengthen homebuyers’ rights, replacing outdated 1972 acts. Read More
ITR Filing 2026: Freelancer? Here’s Which Income Tax Return Form You Should Choose
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Selecting correct ITR form ensures accurate, timely returns.
ITR-1 now includes two properties, limited capital gains. Read More
Stock Markets End On A Muted Note, Sensex Closes At 77,186, Nifty Tests 24K
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Indian markets finished mixed; Sensex up, Nifty down slightly.
Asian markets fell; tech weakness, West Asia tensions weighed. Read More
Financial Planning Isn’t Just About Retirement. Monsoon Emergencies Matter Too
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Monsoon drives medical loan needs, revealing cash-flow struggles.
Traditional finance fails short-term needs; digital lending offers rapid support. Read More
Fake Tax Claims In ITR Filing Can Be Costly. Here’s What Taxpayers Should Know
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Taxpayers face penalties, prosecution for fake ITR deductions.
Income Tax Department’s data tools easily detect discrepancies. Read More
WedMeGood report finds Sri Lanka emerging as a preferred destination for Indian weddings
Destination weddings now account for one in four Indian weddings, with their share expected to increase to 30-32 per cent by 2028, according to WedMeGood’s Destination Wedding Report 2026. Read More
Andaman to expand scuba tourism network with eight new diving sites
Image credit – Istock
Sri Vijaya Puram, The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has identified eight new scuba diving sites in Mayabunder and Diglipur to promote sustainable tourism and expand adventure water sports in the North and Middle Read More
The Zora pre-launches luxury event venue The Zora Estate in Delhi
The Zora Delhi Convention Centre has pre-launched The Zora Estate, a new luxury event venue designed by wedding and event designer Abhinav Bhagat within its Open Canvas space at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Lodhi Road. Read More
PADI to host inaugural AmbassaDiver Summit on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef; India represented by Aakash Malhotra and Shaan Singh
The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) has announced the inaugural PADI AmbassaDiver Summit, a global gathering of divers, storytellers, ocean advocates and celebrities that will be held on Australia’s Great Barrier Re Read More
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Quote of the day by Roman poet Virgil: ‘If I cannot move Heaven, I will raise Hell’, and a celebration of determination
Quote of the day by Roman poet Virgil.
Roman poet Virgil who is best known for his epic, The Aeneid, wrote a famous line through the character of Juno. Read More
Third language from Class IX will cause undue stress, says Supreme Court
NEW DELHI: Flagging the introduction of a third language in schools, Supreme Court Thursday said the decision to introduce it at the Class IX level would put unnecessary stress on students preparing for board examinations. Read More
Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Campbell, Kris Jenner’s mother, passes away at 91
Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Campbell, Kris Jenner’s mother and Kardashian-Jenner family matriarch, dies at 91: ‘My mom was the heart of our family’
The Kardashian-Jenner family is mourning a heartbreaking loss. Read More
NEET-UG results declared: 2 score 715/720, 19 cross 700
NEW DELHI: NEET-UG 2026 saw a sharp rise in top scores after the paper-leak controversy and nationwide retest, with Punjab’s Aryan Gupta topping the exam with a 715 score. Read More
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