Data showed the number of elementary-level govt schools declined from 8,89,806 in 2024-25 to 8,79,940 in 2025-26 NEW DELHI: The number of govt elementary schools across the country fell by nearly 10,000 in a year, with Meghalaya, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh recording the steepest declines, according to data tabled in the Lok Sabha on Monday.UDISE+…
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India’s stand on the Indus Waters Treaty has remained “consistent”. NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs (MEA) on Friday reiterated that India’s position on the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) “remains in abeyance” due to Pakistan’s support for cross-border terrorism. The ministry also said that India has already conveyed its…
In a bold move, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s epic film ‘Love and War’, featuring the stellar trio of Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt, has hit another snag. As the producers prioritize artistic integrity, vital sequences are undergoing extensive reshoots, which not only stretches the budget but also leaves the premiere date in limbo. Read…
FSSAI cracks down on liquor brands over flavouring and misleading claims NEW DELHI: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has initiated enforcement action against several alcoholic beverage manufacturers, including makers of Old Monk, McDowell’s, Bagpiper, Antiquity Blue, Royal Challenge over the alleged use of non-permitted flavouring practices and misleading age-related claims, saying…
The 2026 Academy Awards ended with a surprising post-credits gag that caught viewers off guard. Host Conan O’Brien appeared in a dark comedy sketch where his fictional promotion turned into a deadly trap. When the camera returned, the office plaque had changed to MrBeast. The joke referenced the Oscars’ planned move to YouTube in 2029….
UPSC CSE 2025 marks: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the marks of recommended candidates for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2025, providing the detailed score distribution of the top performers in the final merit list.The results follow the written examination conducted in August, 2025 and the Personality Test interviews held between December,…
The Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC) on Wednesday declared the Bihar Police Result 2025-26 for the constable recruitment examination. Along with the result, the board has also released the Bihar Police merit list for 19,838 constable posts.More than 17 lakh candidates had registered for the Bihar Police constable recruitment drive. Out of them, 13,30,121…
Kajol celebrated sister Tanishaa’s birthday with a hilarious Instagram video: “Is it my birthday or hers??? Happy birthday to the other genetically coded person like me!” Fans loved it. Recently, she shared her first crochet bag. Last in Sarzameen; next, Maharagni: Queen of Queens reunites her with Prabhu Deva. Kajol left fans in awe by…
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands walks through the paddock ahead of the Austrian F1 Grand Prix, in Spielberg, Austria, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Denes Erdos) Formula One world champion Max Verstappen does not believe England will end their long wait for World Cup glory, with the Dutch driver backing France to…
