SENSEX
NIFTY
GOLD
USD/INR

Weather

image 41    C

The Times of India

Mumbai / The Times of India

'Math drags CBSE 10th scores, drives 2nd board exam rush'

Many Class 10 students are embracing the CBSE's innovative 'second exam,' scheduled for May, with a particular focus on improving their scores in challenging subjects like mathematics and science. School leaders report that between 20-35% of students are choosing to retake exams, reflecting the difficulty they faced in the original tests.

18 Apr 2026 2:11 pm
In 1st CBSE Class 10 dual exam, success rate up a tad to 93.7%

The CBSE Class 10 results for 2026 have been released, marking the debut of a dual board examination system. The national pass rate has climbed to an impressive 93.7%. This years assessments prioritized practical learning applications, with students finding the mathematics section particularly tough.

18 Apr 2026 2:04 pm
Nesco concert drugs case: Absconding accused held in Maharashtra while fleeing to Goa

Raigad police successfully apprehended Ayush Vicky Sahitya, 24, near Poladpur late Friday night. He was reportedly attempting to escape to Goa with friends via the Mumbai-Goa highway. Sahitya is accused of distributing ecstasy at a Nesco music concert. Vanrai police, alerted by specific information, coordinated the arrest. He has been handed over for further investigation.

18 Apr 2026 1:48 pm
Relative took her to Nashik: SIT forms 3 teams to trace absconding TCS employee; what husband told cops

Nashik police are searching for a 26-year-old TCS employee accused of religious harassment at work. Her husband, detained in Mumbra, stated a relative took her to Nashik. The woman, now a co-accused in multiple cases, plans to seek anticipatory bail citing pregnancy. The SIT has deployed teams to locate her.

18 Apr 2026 11:36 am
Rs 1 lakh fine for schools not teaching Marathi as Maharashtra govt tightens language compliance

Maharashtra schools face hefty fines up to Rs 1 lakh for neglecting Marathi language instruction. A new government resolution empowers education officials to penalize institutions, particularly private English-medium ones, failing to appoint teachers or teach the language. This strict enforcement aims to ensure Marathi's presence in all schools across the state.

18 Apr 2026 1:34 am
TCS Nashik case: Hunt on for absconding female employee; cops reach Mumbai, husband questioned

Nashik Crime Branch officers are actively searching for a female employee, an accused in a TCS harassment and alleged religious conversion case, who has been absconding and residing in Mumbra for two months. Her husband is currently in police custody and undergoing questioning as the investigation intensifies. This developing story highlights the ongoing efforts to apprehend the suspect.

17 Apr 2026 5:34 pm
TCS managements role commendable; activities carried out by a module at Nashik office, says Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed grave concern over alleged sexual harassment at a Nashik TCS unit, suspecting a planned module. He commended TCS management's zero-tolerance approach and stated the government is investigating the module's reach, involving central agencies like the NIA.

17 Apr 2026 1:59 pm
Mumbais latest crush? Flowers that last forever

People across age groups are turning to handmade flower workshops, embracing creativity and sustainability

17 Apr 2026 1:52 pm
No longer waiting for the rains: Nashik youth power up new futures with solar skills

Young farmers from Nashik are transforming their lives by becoming solar technicians, moving beyond unpredictable farm incomes. A skilling initiative, supported by the Australian Consulate-General, has empowered them to install solar panels, boosting earnings and providing a sense of direction. This program is creating a tangible positive impact on their families and communities.

17 Apr 2026 12:04 pm
Solar power, sanitation to transform rural schools in Maharashtra

The Australian Consulate-General in Mumbai has launched a new initiative. This program will improve school infrastructure in rural Maharashtra. It focuses on renewable energy and water, sanitation, and hygiene. Swades Foundation is a key partner. The project will be implemented in Raigad and Nashik districts. This effort aims to create better learning environments for students.

17 Apr 2026 11:11 am