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The move follows several complaints from the students, who alleged the papers were unusually difficult or included questions outside the syllabus. DSEU now plans to overhaul its examination system by completely outsourcing it.

Shocking visuals emerged from Pratapgarh Railway Station showing India Post workers tossing mail bags onto tracks. The incident, captured on video, sparked widespread outrage online. India Post has acknowledged the mishandling and initiated action against the involved personnel and supervisors. They have also requested the railways for a ramp to ensure proper mail movement.

Hong Kong's deadly blaze highlights NCR's firefighting system's inadequacy against soaring skyscrapers. While construction materials differ, the gap between building heights and fire department capabilities is widening, with limited hydraulic ladder reach and insufficient equipment posing significant risks.

The Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway has begun a trial run, a significant step for the 213km corridor. This new route promises to slash travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from over six hours to a mere 2.5 hours. Early users reported immediate benefits in reducing traffic congestion, expressing hope for its swift public opening.

Al Falah University founder Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui has been sent to 14-day judicial custody in a terror-linked money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate alleges the university falsely claimed UGC recognition and diverted student fees and public funds for personal use. Searches recovered significant cash, and the next hearing is December 15.

A 36-year-old woman was found murdered in her boutique in northeast Delhi's Jafrabad. Her husband, Satish, confessed to strangling her after suspecting an extramarital affair and objecting to her lifestyle. The missing mobile phone was recovered, and a case has been registered.

A CISF head constable, on leave for his cousin's wedding, allegedly shot a 17-year-old boy in Shahdara after a scuffle over money being showered during a procession. The teen's family, migrant labourers from Jharkhand, confirmed he was collecting thrown money when the dispute escalated. The accused officer was arrested from Etawah.

Delhi's air quality dipped to 'poor' on Monday, with the AQI reaching 299, a rise from previous days. Several areas experienced 'very poor' conditions, though some recorded 'moderate' air. Despite recent spikes, Delhi-NCR has seen its lowest average AQI in eight years, excluding the 2020 lockdown, indicating an overall improvement.

A 23-year-old restaurant employee, Rohit, was killed and two others critically injured after a speeding Mercedes SUV rammed into them in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Rohit, the sole breadwinner for his family, was saving to open his own restaurant. His family is devastated, having lost their only hope for a better future.

Tessy Thomas, celebrated as India's 'Missile Woman', was honored with the Dr Paulos Mar Gregorios Award 2025. Her journey from a curious child in Alappuzha to leading the Agni missile program highlights her pioneering role in transforming India's defence capabilities and achieving self-reliance.

Delhi-NCR breathes easier this year, achieving its best air quality in eight years, excluding 2020. Average AQI and severe pollution days have significantly dropped. PM2.5 and PM10 levels are also at their lowest since 2018. Revised GRAP guidelines now place stricter measures under Stage III, impacting office operations. However, allegations of data manipulation and lax enforcement have surfaced.

Groundwater quality across India is largely good, with some states boasting excellent results. However, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Andhra Pradesh face widespread contamination, while others grapple with localized issues. Arsenic and uranium are key concerns in specific regions, alongside high nitrate, fluoride, and salinity levels impacting drinking water safety.

Delhi Police busted a terror-gangster module run by Pakistan-based Shehzad Bhatti, allegedly planning to target Lawrence Bishnoi's brother. Three youths, Asif, Hargunpreet Singh, and Vikas Prajapati, were arrested for executing grenade attacks in Punjab. Bhatti lured them with money and remotely coordinated operations, using social media to recruit disposable foot soldiers for public place attacks.

A CISF head constable was arrested in Shahdara for allegedly shooting a 17-year-old boy during a wedding function. The incident occurred following a sudden altercation near a community center. The victim was rushed to the hospital but was declared brought dead.

Voter turnout in Delhi's MCD by-elections reached 21.8% by 1.30 pm, with Sangam Vihar-A leading. This marks the first direct contest between BJP, AAP, and Congress since the Assembly polls. The vacancies arose after councillors became MLAs/MPs. Counting is scheduled for December 3.