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'Victory for the youth': Opposition leaders react to Pradhan steps down

The resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan drew widespread reactions from the Opposition, with Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Paw

Communities onOMRreceiving free composters

PLAN Foundation is offering aerobins to bulk waste generators to encourage in situ composting. Besides gated communities, educational institution

Can you reuse aluminium foil? 10 practical household uses backed by science

Cleaned aluminum foil offers multiple household uses beyond single use. It effectively removes tarnish from silver through an electrochemical rea

Meeting of CJP, Union ministers underway after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

A meeting occurred between the government and the Cockroach Janta Party. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union cabinet fo

Students are Indias future, Modi is past; past can never fight future: Rahul Gandhi

There are three non-negotiable demands [of the students]. Dharmendra Pradhan, who is corrupt, incompetent and misaligned, must be sacked, said Ra

Rajasthan steps up surveillance as two deceased girls' reports test positive for Chandipura virus

Chandipura virus is an emerging vector-borne pathogen that primarily affects children aged below 15. It causes fever, flu-like symptoms and acute

Sonam Wangchuk: The 59-year-old who rallied India's Gen Z against Modi govt

Social activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike following a vigorous youth movement that compelled the government to act. Focused o

Rahul Gandhi says 'it's time to remove Modi govt' after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Rahul Gandhi demanded the government's removal following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. He hailed students' determination in protecting democr

President Murmu lauds Indian diaspora in Romania, calls them true representatives of India

She hailed the contribution of Indian companies and professionals to the Romanian economy, adding that a new generation of Indian professionals a

Jammu court directs Pakistan-based terror handler to appear by August 21

Jammu and Kashmir Police executed a special court proclamation against a terror handler. The proclamation directs the wanted terrorist to appear

Dharmendra Pradhan: In the eye of the storm

The Union Education Minister has tendered his resignation as protests over exam paper leak have persisted, mounting pressure on the Modi governme

Solar projects inaugurated at Vizag hospitals to promote green healthcare

Two institutions received 50 kW capacity systems aimed at cutting energy costs and transitioning towards clean energy

Blade Runner 2099: The dystopian sci-fi actioner gets release date; first look teaser unveiled

Starring Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer, the series is showrun by Silka Luisa with Ridley Scott serving as executive producer

Fast-track courts fail to keep pace as 2.5 lakh rape, POCSO cases remain pending

India's fast-track courts have over 2.5 lakh cases pending as of December 2025. More than 1.4 lakh new cases were registered during 2025, while o

Students protest turns into violence in Chhapra, Bihar.

45% of Indias exports to US out of 10% section 301 tariffs: Govt

The US has placed India in a lower tariff bracket of ten percent. Approximately forty-five percent of India's exports to the US remain outside th

SC voices concern over in-laws being dragged in criminal cases arising out of marital disputes

The Supreme Court expressed concern over in-laws being involved in marital disputes. It criticized the Bombay High Court for not examining case m

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after weeks of student protests

NEET protests, CBI probe, political pressure: Key events that led to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Food Safety Squad Flags Hygiene Lapses at Secunderabads Garden Restaurant

Officials said necessary action has been initiated under the Food Safety and Standards Act- 2006

Delhi Police dismisses rumours of ban on app-based food delivery in New Delhi district

The Delhi Traffic Police had only issued a travel advisory asking motorists to avoid routes leading to the notified area due to large gatherings

Traffic curbs near Necklace Road for candlelight rally

Traffic police said congestion was expected around VV Statue, Old Police Station Junction at Lakdikapul, Iqbal Minar Junction, Secretariat Juncti

AI toys are gaining ground, but do they help childrens language skills?

Language acquisition, at its core, is a social dance. A caregivers response, its tonal quality, and content adapted to the childs level, controls

Victory of democracy: Sonam Wangchuk Reacts

Direct democracy... straight from the streets. It's a victory of peace, patience & perseverance, he said on on an X post

'Thank you for your relentless service to nation': BJP leaders react to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Zimbabwe vs India Playing XI: India hand T20I debut to Yash Thakur; check full XIs

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza won the toss and elected to field first. India leads the three-match series one-nil after their previous victory.

Pradhan's Resgination Major Victory for Youth: Harish Rao

Pradhan resigned from his post on Saturday over the NEET paper leak row, saying it is not a matter of individual prestige for him

Watch: First setback for Modi govt came from students: RJD MP Manoj Jha

Dictatorship defeated!: Chants, tricolour and dance at Jantar Mantar as Dharmendra Pradhan tenders resignation

Protesters, led by the Cockroach Janta Party, were seen hugging each other and dancing on stage

Lord of the Rings season 3 teaser: Simon Pegg joins the cast as Middle earth goes to war

This season brings new characters with Eddie Marsan as Thrain, Andrew Richardson as Anarion, and Adam Young as Marnkh

Government proposes stricter anti-paper leak law, faster investigation and trials

Gachibowli Police Bust Holiday Membership Fraud, Arrest 15 Organizers, Consultants

Based on the available evidence, 15 organizers and holiday consultants associated with the company were apprehended: Police

IMD issues heavy rain alert as Bay of Bengal low-pressure area forms

The weather department has also advised fishermen not to venture into the sea between July 25 and July 27, warning of rough sea conditions and st

Will Ensure Devendra Stays In Maharashtra: Amruta Fadnavis On Political Buzz

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut had claimed that Fadnavis might move to the Centre and a BJP minister could take his post in the state if a ca

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CJP celebrates Pradhan's resignation but says three demands remain pending

CJP said its other demandsincluding Rs 1 crore compensation for the families of students who died by suicide, withdrawal of action against studen

Deepwater drilling begins in Mahanadi basin to assess hydrocarbon reserves

The ICC looks ahead after the ouster of its chief prosecutor

The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor was removed from his post. This decision followed allegations of sexual misconduct with a fem

Shabad killers last trail: police reconstruct Raj Kumars final 63 hours

The reconstruction, based on CCTV footage, transport records, hotel documents and witness statements, offers the clearest picture yet of Raj Kuma

Opposition Reacts to Dharmendra Pradhans Resignation

New Delhi, July 25: In a significant turn of events, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday amid ongoing student protes

Land acquisition for rail projects moves at snails pace in Kerala

So far, only 78 hectares (13%) have been acquired, leaving 540 hectares (87%) still to be obtained, which delays rail infrastructure development.

Assam Floods Remain Grim: Death Toll Climbs to 61, Over 7 Lakh Affected

A total of 856 villages under 37 revenue circles are inundated, and floodwaters have damaged over 56,606 hectares of cropland.

Webinar on anaemia to be held on July 26

The webinar will examine the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of anaemia, while discussing who is most at risk, the importance of early

Puducherry government setting up Industry Facilitation Centre: Chief Secretary

The Chief Secretary said the centre would further facilitate in obtaining statutory approvals by entrepreneurs

Delhi liquor shops to close by 8 pm amid Jantar Mantar protests

The Delhi government said the temporary reduction in operating hours was implemented following inputs from the Delhi Police, which recommended ad

'India Is Waiting': CJP Updates Demands' List After Dharmendra Pradhan Quits

CJP's Abhijeet Dipke said we have two more demands after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.

Healing at Jantar Mantar CJP protest: In Pictures

Jantar Mantar CJP protests continue to see a sea of crowds. An island of healing exists amidst the peaceful bustle.

Applying For Work Permit In Canada? Here's What You Need To Avoid Rejection

Apart from meeting the eligibility criteria, applicants must also submit the required supporting documents while applying for a PGWP.

Mohan Bhagwat calls for including knowledge of Hindu gods in school textbooks

Addressing an event on 'Yuganukul Matrutva' (Contemporary Motherhood) on Friday, Bhagwat said children often return home with questions about Hin

Pinarayi Vijayan rejects allegations linking him to Exalogic case

Pinarayi Vijayan rejects claims made by S.N. Sasidharan Kartha, the former MD of CMRL, that payments were made to T. Veena due to her relationshi

The missing link in Social Science research in India

Research topics must have societal relevance and the findings must be tested against real-world rigour

Centre Will Have To Bow Before Public: Opposition On Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday said he has stepped down, a move that came amid widespread protests demanding his resignation over the alleged irr

It's Not Skills: Man Reveals The Real Reason People Stay Jobless For Years

A content creator has sparked online debate after claiming that long-term unemployment is down to a lack of self-confidence, advising jobseekers

Ayodhya Ram temple completes 10-day atonement ritual after theft row

The ritual, which began on July 15, was organised by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust to restore the sanctity of the temple premises

'As It Was Intended': History Teacher Narrates The Odyssey After Power Outage During Movie Screening

During a cinema power outage, a history teacher captivates the audience with oral narration of The Odyssey.

The Messaging App Government Wants Shut In Light Of The CJP Protests

A new digital battlefield has opened up between the Indian government and former Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey.

Dharmendra Pradhan First Minister To Quit Because Of A Row Since MJ Akbar In 2018

Akbar had resigned as the junior minister for external affairs in 2018.

Watch: CJP's Abhijeet Dipke falls on stage after being told Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned

Abhijeet Dipke fell on stage after learning of Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. He declared the resignation a victory but vowed protests would c

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Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after NEET protests: What was the medical entrance exam controversy all about?

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following widespread youth protests. These demonstrations demanded accountability for alleged NEET

As Dharmendra Pradhan Quits, A Look Back At His Political Career

Dharmendra Pradhan entered electoral politics in Odisha and served as a member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly from 2000 to 2004.

Quote of the day by Socrates: Strong minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, weak minds discuss people. Ancient Greek philosopher's timeless lessons on conversations, intelligence and people

Quote of the day: Socrates' timeless quote Strong minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, weak minds discuss people encourages reflect

CWG 2026 Day 3 Live: Focus On Swimming; India's Events Begin On This Time

Commonwealth Games 2026 Live Updates, Day 3: The Day 3 of Commonwealth Games 2026 will see boxers and swimmers leading the charge for India.

Wildfire leads to evacuations in some suburbs of French city of Bordeaux

Massive forest fires have forced the evacuation of some 2,00,000 people in southwestern France and central Spain

Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation news: Sonam Wangchuk says its 'victory of democracy'

Sonam Wangchuk celebrated the Union Education Minister's resignation as a democratic triumph. He credited the Cockroach Janta Party and Gen Z for

Paper Leak To Education Minister's Resignation: A Timeline Of CJP Protest

What started as outrage over the NEET paper leak in early May evolved into a nationwide movement for accountability, transparency and reforms

Pradhan's Resignation Result of Struggle of Rahul Gandhi: TPCC Chief

Pradhan's resignation is a victory of the students, says Mahesh Kumar Goud

Thank You All: Sonam Wangchuk's 1st Reaction On Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation

Direct democracy... straight from the streets.It's a victory of peace, patience and perseverance, Sonam Wangchuk wrote in a post on X.

T.N. govt. to ink pact with Centre for AI-enabled grievance redressal system for PDS beneficiaries

Before signing the MoU, the State government is keen on bringing district-level officers under the grievance redressal system

Lakhs of Warkaris gather in Pandharpur as Ashadhi Wari culminates on Ekadashi

The 800-year-old Pandharpur Wari is an annual pilgrimage in Maharashtra during which millions of devotees walk on foot to Pandharpur to offer pra

Karnataka government rolls out WhatsApp survey to shape Bengaluru Metropolitan Regions growth

The questionnaire, which takes around six to eight minutes to complete, is available in both Kannada and English.

Bagan, East Bengal renew rivalry in Durand Cup opener

Long Live Student Power: Cockroach Janta Party As Dharmendra Pradhan Quits

The CJP members had been holding a sit-in protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar since June, demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged ir

Should India scrap NEET? Tamil Nadus call beyond the CJPsdemands | Insight India

In this episode, we unpack the exam that triggered massive Gen Z-led protests in Delhi and across the country. The NEET exam and this years paper

BREAKING: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan quits amid NEET paper leak fallout

Rainwater Harvesting Must Be Taken Up as Social Responsibility: Ponnam

The tanks and ponds constructed during the Kakatiya and Nizam periods stand testimony to the importance accorded to rainwater conservation and gr

We have done it Abhijeet Dipke reacts after Dharmendra Pradhans resignation

'We won't go': Abhijeet Dipke says protests to continue till all demands met; what's next for CJP

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from his post. Protests at Jantar Mantar will continue until further demands are met. Th

'We will not go like this': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke has 2 more demands after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Cockroach Janta Party's agitation continues after Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned. The party now demands one crore rupees compensation f

Maharashtra TET paper leak alleged mastermind Bijendra Gupta arrested from Bihar

According to police sources, the Bhiwandi police arrested Bijendra Gupta, and the accused in the paper leak case has been brought to Pune Airport

Puducherry drugs inspector suspended after counterfeit medicine crackdown

An order issued by Secretary to Government (Health) Choudhary Mohammed Yasin on July 23 stated that Anandakirouchenane, as Drugs Controller, was

We Are Just Getting Started, Says CJP

CJP updated that they have two more demands to be met, including compensation to the victims of NEET-related suicides and no action against stude

Jharkhand records more than six lakh deceased voters

According to data from the Election Commission, as many as 25,85,506 enumeration forms remained uncollectable, including 6,14,639 deceased voters

Tollywood's Young Heroines Spark Fierce Competition

Malayalam actress Mamita Baiju, who earned popularity among Telugu audiences with Dude, is all set to make her Tollywood debut opposite Suriya in

Dear Kangana, I'm an Atheist and a Topper. No God Wrote My Answer Sheet

The answer sheet is a strangely honest document, and it has no mechanism for detecting devotion, writes Amit Kumar.

Nandyal Strengthens Water Conservation Infra, Storage Capacity

The campaign is carried out in convergence with various departments, following the principle of Catch the Rain, Where it Falls, When it Falls fro

Fact Check: Did Pradhan Ask PM to take Responsibility?

Viral resignation letter after Jantar Mantar protests debunked as fake

Luxury Housing Outperforms Amid Global Headwinds

Amid global economic instability that has cast a shadow over several asset classes, India’s luxury housing sector is one to watch. Luxury r

Maruti To Boost Sales With New Brezza

Its competitors are popular Tata Nexon, Tata Punch and Hyundai Creta, among others.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns amid NEET row

The resignation comes after sustained demands from opposition parties and student groups holding the minister accountable for alleged irregularit