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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

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

Wangchuk to be discharged on Monday, leave for Ladakh after Rajghat visit

Activist Sonam Wangchuk will visit Rajghat after being discharged from Medanta Hospital before returning to Ladakh, following the end of his 26-day fast

Visit border villages to understand India, not virtual means: PM to youth

PM Modi urged young Indians to experience life in border villages through the Viksit Vibrant Village Programme, saying real engagement goes beyond virtual connections

No talks with Pakistan except on PoK: Rajnath Singh on Kargil Vijay Diwas

Operation Sindoor made it clear what the fate will be of those who attempt to threaten India with terrorism, Rajnath Singh said

Pralhad Joshi takes charge of education ministry after Pradhan's exit

Pralhad Joshi assumed charge as Union education minister a day after replacing Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned following nationwide protests over the Neet paper leak controversy

India is emerging as trusted defence partner: PM Modi in 'Mann ki Baat'

Addressing the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said that India continues to strengthen its defence capabilities and is emerging as a trusted global defence partner

Delhi likely to see light rain today, more showers over next few days

The IMD has forecast light to moderate rain in Delhi over the next few days, while heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected across several parts of India

Students more important than any post: Shah after Dharmendra Pradhan's exit

His remarks came after Pradhan resigned on Saturday amid mounting pressure due to the protests over the Neet paper leak controversy