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Nagpur student allotted exam centre in Abu Dhabi 1 day before Neet re-exam

The student, Abdulla Talib, had given preference to Nagpur, Wardha, and Bhandara centres for the examination

India's TikTok ban shows forcing teens off their phones isn't always good

As countries consider stricter controls on social media use by minors, India's experience suggests restrictions may shift users between platforms rather than reduce screen time

Indian supertanker resumes voyage to Hormuz after mid-journey U-turn

Desh Vibhor, operated by Shipping Corp of India, briefly reversed course before resuming its journey toward the Strait of Hormuz as shipping movements remain under watch amid West Asia tensions

Weekend traffic curbs in place for Mussoorie, Rishikesh amid tourist rush

Vehicles heading to Mussoorie from Delhi, Haryana and UP via the Datkali expressway will follow a designated route through the ISBT, Shimla Bypass, Balliwala flyover, Ballupur and Kuthal Gate

Nationwide mock drill underway ahead of Neet-UG re-exam; security tightened

Security has also been tightened at the National Testing Agency (NTA) office in the national capital

BEST strike day 2: Mumbai commuters struggle as buses remain off roads

The strike has severely impacted the daily commute of lakhs of people in the financial capital, with many office-goers, students, senior citizens and patients reporting difficulties

Prez, PM to unveil ₹47,600-cr projects as Odisha BJP govt marks 2 years

President Murmu will join the prime minister at Rairangpur in Mayurbhanj district for the event, marking a rare occasion when both leaders will participate in a development programme together

Heavy security in Delhi ahead of CJP's second protest at Jantar Mantar

The protest, led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, is scheduled to begin at 1 pm amid heightened police presence, with supporters arriving from different parts of Delhi and neighbouring states

PM Modi, Vice President Radhakrishnan greet President Murmu on birthday

PM Modi, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan hail Murmu's service, leadership on birthday

IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms across states, monsoon progress stalled

Heavy rain is likely across eastern and northeastern states, while thunderstorms and gusty winds are set to affect several regions even as the monsoon's advance remains slow

Poor on paper, privileged in practice: UPSC EWS selections raise questions

Several EWS quota candidates in the Civil Services Examination 2025 attended elite schools, costly coaching institutes, and came from business families, raising questions over eligibility norms

Uddhav Thackeray dismisses claims of rebel MPs on Sena (UBT)-Cong merger

In his first comments on the impending split in his party for the second time in four years, Thackeray on Friday said the Shiv Sena was not born to merge with anyone

UP's exports to Brics nations, partners cross $5.36 billion in FY26: Govt

The state exported goods worth $3.94 billion to Brics member countries and $1.43 billion to partner nations in FY26, according to the Uttar Pradesh government

Modi 'great leader', 'tough cookie': Trump hails PM Modi's global influence

Trump said this in response to a question on the two greatest leaders he likes the most in terms of power, leverage and the ability to execute on that- the other leader he named was Xi Jinping

Supreme Court declares right to walk on footpath a fundamental right

The Supreme Court said the right to walk on demarcated footpaths is fundamental and called for a dedicated regulator to protect it

Neet UG re-exam: Delhi HC rejects Telegram's plea against temporary ban

Rejecting Telegram's challenge, the High Court observed that it was the 'least restrictive measure' and the Centre was empowered to direct the blocking of access to the messaging platform

Jainendra Jain wins Wolf Prize in Physics, first Indian-origin laureate

Indian-origin physicist Jainendra K Jain won the Wolf Prize in Physics for discovering composite fermions, a breakthrough that reshaped quantum theory

Kerala Budget boosts sports and culture with stadium, film city projects

The state has proposed an international-standard football stadium in Malabar, a film city in Kochi and a cultural park in Kozhikode as part of a wider push to strengthen sports and cultural infra

Revised Kerala Budget combines tax relief with fiscal consolidation efforts

The revised Budget seeks to ease the burden on taxpayers and businesses while strengthening revenue mobilisation through a mix of concessions and compliance measures

NTA to hold nationwide mock drill on Jun 20 ahead of NEET-UG re-exam

NTA will hold a nationwide mock drill ahead of the NEET-UG re-exam, backed by biometric checks, police escorts and real-time surveillance