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CBSE Urges Public to Ignore Fake News on Exam Pattern Changes for 2025

Manish Kumar

CBSE 2025: Earlier, several media reports claimed that CBSE had reduced the class 10th, and 12th board syllabus by 10 to 15 per cent across all subjects. CBSE 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has denied reports claiming a 15 per cent syllabus reduction for the 2025 board examinations for Classes 10 and 12. Additionally, the board clarified that it does not plan to introduce open-book exams in selected subjects or increase the weightage of internal assessments.   The clarification came after some news outlets reported that CBSE…

“May Guru Nanak Dev Ji inspire you to achieve all your dreams and guide you to a path of peace and harmony. Happy Gurpurab!”

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Celebrate Gurpurab by sharing heartfelt wishes, messages, and images on Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024. Find the perfect WhatsApp and Facebook status to honor Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s teachings of peace, compassion, and unity on this sacred day. Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024 is celebrated on Friday, November 15. Guru Nanak Jayanti, celebrated yearly on the birth anniversary of Sikhism’s founder, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, is one of the most important festivals in the Sikh community and is commemorated around the world. Sikhs all across the world remember Guru Nanak Dev…

Delhi AQI Crosses 400: BJP’s Shehzad Poonawalla Criticizes Local Government

Manish Kumar

As air quality worsens in Delhi, Bhartiya Janata Party spokesperson Shahzad Poonawalla took a jibe at the Delhi government stating that Delhi has achieved a milestone by crossing Lahore in terms of pollution. He said, “Delhi is covered under a layer of pollution. You cannot even go out without wearing a mask. Delhi has achieved a milestone as it has crossed Lahore in pollution. AAP has brought Delhi to a state worse than Lahore. Today, the AQI is crossing the mark of 500-600. They (AAP) blame UP, Haryana and Diwali…

Supreme Court Issues Landmark Guidelines to Prevent Arbitrary Demolitions Across India

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Addressing Arbitrary Demolitions The Supreme Court of India recently issued a significant judgment aiming to curb illegal demolitions of private properties carried out by state authorities, especially when tied to accusations of criminal conduct by the tenants or owners. Responding to petitions that included cases from Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Delhi, the Court’s guidelines seek to prevent demolitions based solely on allegations, reinforcing the fundamental rights to shelter and due process under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. These protections highlight the presumption of innocence and underscore that even those…

Heightened Security in Ayodhya: Indian Agencies Respond to Threats Against Ram Mandir

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Threat to Ayodhya’s Sacred Temple In response to a recent video threat from Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, leader of the banned Khalistani group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), security has been intensified in the historic and religiously significant city of Ayodhya. Pannun, known for his pro-Khalistan separatist advocacy, reportedly recorded a message in Brampton, Canada, warning of violent actions targeting Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir and other Hindu temples on November 16-17. The threat coincides with the sacred ‘Ram Vivah’ festival, an important religious event attended by thousands, including Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi…

Air Quality Crisis: Smog Engulfs Delhi-NCR as AQI Hits ‘Very Poor’ 399 in Multiple Areas

Manish Kumar

A layer of smog covered the national capital on Wednesday morning and the air quality was recorded in the “very poor” category. A layer of smog engulfs the area surrounding Rail Bhawan area as the Air Quality Index (AQI) across Delhi continues to be in ‘Very Poor’ category in several areas as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in Delhi-NCR region. With the onset of winter, people of Delhi-NCR region woke up to a foggy morning on Wednesday. The visibility also dropped to 100 meters. What is AQI level?…

Discipline and Dispute: Kerala Suspends ‘Collector Bro’ and Another IAS Officer Over Controversies

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In a move that has stirred both public and political circles, the Kerala government has suspended two IAS officers, K. Gopalakrishnan and N. Prashanth, citing disciplinary issues. Known for his unique public interactions, N. Prashanth, often referred to as “Collector Bro,” faces suspension following a highly publicized outburst against a senior officer. Meanwhile, K. Gopalakrishnan, the Industries and Commerce director, is under scrutiny for creating a religion-based WhatsApp group for government officials. These cases raise questions about discipline, accountability, and the complexities of managing bureaucratic roles in an environment interwoven…

Collaborative Workshop by IEPFA, NCAER, and BSE Explores Digital Innovations in Finance

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The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) in collaboration with the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) organised a workshop on “Digitalisation of Financial Education: A Modern Approach for Investor Protection and Capital Market Development”. The workshop took place on November 11, 2024, at the BSE International Convention Hall in Mumbai. Designed to explore the transformative role of digital technologies, the workshop focuses on enhancing financial literacy, protecting investors, and fostering sustainable growth in the capital markets. As the financial ecosystem continues…

Delhi-NCR’s ‘Very Poor’ Air Quality and Toxic Foam in Yamuna Signal Environmental Crisis

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Delhi-NCR continues to reel under severe air pollution, with the air quality locked in the “Very Poor” category, casting a heavy blanket of smog over the region. On Tuesday, the familiar morning haze engulfed Delhi, joined by a new sign of environmental distress: toxic foam floating on the surface of the Yamuna River in the Kalindi Kunj area. Despite efforts to tackle pollution, complaints flood in, and authorities struggle to address the worsening situation. This environmental and public health crisis has raised concerns about accountability and the effectiveness of air…

Our research on Ayurveda Aahara offers valuable insights for preventive health: Secretary Ayush

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A special issue of the research publication of the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, the Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (JDRAS), was released today by Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush in the presence of Prof. Rabinarayan Acharya, Director General, CCRAS, and senior officials and researchers of the Council. This special edition of JDRAS is dedicated to the emerging field of Ayurveda Aahara. It represents a significant step forward in the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to bridge traditional Ayurvedic dietary wisdom with modern…