The Times of India

Medical community outrage erupts as NEET PG 2025 cut-off for reserved categories drops to zero percentile, equivalent to a minus 40 score. This zero percentile qualification, previously seen in 2023, is now a recurring issue. Critics argue this move, driven by commercial interests, effectively reserves seats for the wealthy in private colleges, compromising educational standards.

IndiGo faces a critical deadline this week to confirm its ability to operate over 2,000 daily flights under new, stricter pilot duty rules. Failure to comply could lead to flight cuts, averting a repeat of last December's disruptions. The airline is conducting dry runs to assess its readiness as authorities closely monitor the situation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal, calling for an end to maha jungle raj to restore law and order and attract investment. He accused the TMC of facilitating infiltration and blocking central welfare schemes, framing the upcoming assembly elections as a choice between jungle raj and BJP's sushasan (good governance).

The Central Information Commission (CIC) ruled that advocates cannot use the RTI Act to obtain case details for clients, citing a Madras High Court judgment. The CIC emphasized that such usage defeats the RTI Act's core objectives and could be exploited to promote legal practice, not for genuine citizen information access.

Highway builders are opposing a government order ending arbitration for disputes exceeding Rs 10 crore. The National Highway Builders Federation has urged the finance minister for sector-specific guidance. They argue this change will negatively impact ongoing projects, lenders, and the banking system. The federation believes this framework discourages investment and delays project execution.

India's first private Earth Observation Satellite System (EOSS) project is set to move forward with a concession agreement expected this week. A consortium, including Pixxel Space and others, will build a 12-satellite constellation, investing over Rs 1,200 crore. This initiative aims to boost India's data sovereignty and national security capabilities, reducing reliance on foreign imagery.

A fierce gunbattle erupted in Kishtwar's remote forested region, leaving seven security personnel injured as they engaged terrorists. The operation, dubbed Operation Trashi-I, commenced after a tip-off about two to three militants. Reinforcements, including drones and helicopters, have been deployed to neutralize the threat. This marks the third encounter in the Jammu region this year.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced the development of an advanced Nagastra drone, successfully used in Operation Sindoor, and the Bhargavastra counter-drone system. He emphasized the government's focus on increasing private sector contribution to defense manufacturing to 50% or more, highlighting the need for self-reliance in ammunition production.

The former Delhi CM further alleged that whenever elections approach, agencies such as the ED, CBI, and police become active, and he warned that oppression will increase in the coming years.

Under the leadership of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi Government has taken a major decision to further expand the capital's Metro network. The Government has released its share of funds for the remaining three corridors of Phase IV of the Delhi Metro Rail Transit System (MRTS).

A speeding, unplated car mowed down labourers during their lunch break, killing two and injuring eleven in Jabalpur on Sunaday. The victims, from Mandla district, were installing road dividers when the horrific incident occurred near Ekta Chowk. Authorities are actively searching for the driver who fled the scene, with one injured person in critical condition.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Singur, West Bengal, urged voters to end the 15-year mega-jungleraj of the Mamata Banerjee government. He launched development projects worth over Rs 830 crore and flagged off three Amrit Bharat trains. Modi accused the state government of obstructing central schemes and highlighted West Bengal's potential for development.

The BJP, which emerged as the single largest party with 89 seats in the 227-member House, still falls short of electing a mayor on its own and depends on the Shinde-led Shiv Sena to cross the halfway mark of 114. Together, the allies command 118 seats, but the question of who controls the mayors chair, and for how long, remains unresolved.

Societal conditioning often diminishes women's worth as they age, clashing with the biological realities of perimenopause and menopause. This transition brings profound physical, cognitive, and emotional shifts, yet women are frequently dismissed and unprepared for these changes. Understanding and addressing these symptoms with medical and lifestyle support is crucial for navigating this life stage with dignity and reclaiming autonomy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the BJP's continuous rise, highlighting recent electoral successes in Bihar and Mumbai's BMC elections, where the party secured a historic mandate. He also laid the foundation stone for the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor in Assam, aimed at enhancing wildlife safety and boosting ecotourism. PM Modi's remark comes days after BJP pulled off a massive victory in Mumbai's BMC elections, wresting power from the ally-turned-rival Uddhav Thackeray.

The directive came at a meeting at the party headquarters in the national Capital on chalking out a strategy for the upcoming assembly polls in Tamil Nadu where they unanimously entrusted Congress President and leader of opposition on taking decisions. Meanwhile, it is learnt from sources that Rahul Gandhi focused on listening more at the meeting, and left it to Kharge to articulate the directions issued to TN leaders.

Visibility Was Just 40 Metres At Bathinda Accident Site

'Purely A South African Initiative, Not All Members Took Part'

Sergio Gor, US Ambassador to India paid tributes at the 26/11 memorial at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai and highlighted how under US President Trump, the alleged mastermind behind the Mumbai 2008 terror attacks- Tahawwur Rana was extradited to India.

Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray alleged intimidation and coercion by the ruling alliance in the BMC elections, calling it a strange contest for political survival. Despite the Mahayuti alliance's majority, Thackeray asserted the resilience of his party, thanking voters for their support amidst alleged pressure.

Delhi-NCR's air quality has plunged into the 'severe' category, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management to reimpose GRAP-IV restrictions. This escalation follows the earlier enforcement of GRAP-III. Under Stage IV, older vehicles like BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel models are banned from plying, with exceptions for essential services. Existing GRAP measures remain in effect.

Following a significant win in the BMC elections, Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena has housed newly elected corporators in a luxury hotel, fueling speculation about their mayoral ambitions. The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance emerged victorious, and discussions regarding the Mayor's post are underway, with a collective decision expected soon.

Mumbai Congress faces internal turmoil after a dismal BMC election performance, its worst ever. Senior leaders are demanding city president Varsha Gaikwad's resignation, citing moral grounds. Despite the setback, party spokespersons defend the outcome, attributing it to adverse circumstances and alleged misuse of power by rivals. The party plans organizational strengthening amidst simmering dissent.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis wittily responded to Uddhav Thackeray's mayoral aspirations, questioning if 'Deva' referred to him or God. Fadnavis asserted that the Mahayuti alliance, led by BJP and Eknath Shinde, will collectively decide the BMC mayor's selection and tenure, following their victory in the civic body elections.

India is actively engaging Iran to secure the release of 16 Indian crew members detained on the MT Valiant Roar since December. New Delhi is pressing for consular access, communication with families, and legal representation, while also ensuring the vessel's provisions. The detention follows Iran's seizure of the tanker for alleged illegal fuel transport.