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CJP flags detention of protesters in states, asks govt to honour assurance

CJP said it had received "multiple reports" of students and other protesters being "targeted, detained, or arrested by various state agencies", particularly in Assam, West Bengal and Bihar

2024 NTA reforms: Why the Radhakrishnan panel was formed & what it proposed

The Centre formed the Radhakrishnan panel in 2024 to improve exam security. Here's what led to its creation, what it proposed and what has changed since

Keshav Chandra assumes charge as Mines Secretary, reviews key initiatives

Before taking charge as mines secretary, Chandra served as chairperson of the New Delhi Municipal Council

CRPF to review RAF action during students' protest, says DG Gyanendra

The assessment would review the circumstances under which pellet guns were used and the conditions that led to the action taken against protestors

SC dismisses review plea on loss of SC status upon religious conversion

A bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and Manmohan dismissed the petition against the March 24 verdict, saying there is no error apparent on the record

From farm laws to CAA: When pressure forced Modi govt to change its course

The Centre has rarely rolled back major policy decisions. But since 2014, sustained protests, political opposition and pressure have led to changes, withdrawals or delays on several key measures

Nandan Nilekani to S Somanath: Meet the experts on govt's exam reform panel

The Nandan Nilekani-led panel will recommend ways to maximise the use of technology to make examinations more transparent and free from irregularities

Govt introduces anti-paper leak Bill in Lok Sabha amid Opposition protests

The bill proposes to set up fast-track courts in every state for speedy trials of accused and enhances punishment

From scarcity to scale: How the 1991 reforms transformed India's economy

Thirty-five years after the landmark reforms of 1991, the numbers show how India's economy, businesses and households have changed - and why the next phase of reforms will matter just as much

Apologise to students, take action against those responsible: Rahul to PM

Rahul Gandhi called on PM Modi to apologise to the country's students and take action against those who attacked and brutalised them instead of taking action against the students

Mere agitation can't justify police excess, says SC on student protests

The Supreme Court said peaceful protest is a constitutional right and observed that mere agitation cannot justify a lathi-charge, while hearing pleas seeking uniform guidelines for protests

Congress protests in Parliament over police action on student protesters

Carrying placards and a large banner, the Congress MPs protested in front of the steps of the Makar Dwar of Parliament

Depression in Bay of Bengal to bring heavy rain across several states: IMD

The IMD has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over Odisha, Chhattisgarh and parts of eastern India as a depression in Bay of Bengal is set to intensify before hitting the coast

Monsoon session: Anti-paper leak Bill, SC judges Bill on agenda today

The Bill comes amid intensified focus on the conduct of national competitive exams and is expected to provide more stringent measures to ensure transparency and accountability in examination system

Tech intervention crucial for exam reforms: IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti

IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti stated that the task force will focus on making the NTA's examination process more transparent, accountable, and technologically secure

Assam floods: Death toll rises to 68, over 524,000 remain affected

According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), more than 524,700 people have been impacted in Charaideo, Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon and Sivasagar districts

Task force constituted by PM will ensure sanctity of exam system: Amit Shah

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced the constitution of a high-powered task force on examination reforms under the leadership of technology expert Nandan Nilekani

High-powered task force on exam reforms set up under Nandan Nilekani: PM

Pralhad Joshi faces task of restoring trust in education system

PM Narendra Modi announces high-powered task force on exam reforms

A multidisciplinary group of domain experts will be part of the task force

Army chief hails Kargil bravehearts for protecting nation's sovereignty

Army Chief Gen Dhiraj Seth paid tribute to the Kargil War heroes, calling Kargil Vijay Diwas an eternal symbol of the Indian Army's courage and sacrifice