Misir Besra, a top Maoist leader with a bounty, was apprehended in Jharkhand’s Dhanbad district. He faced charges in 141 cases across multiple Indian states. Two other Maoists were also arrested during this significant police operation. Meanwhile, sixteen Maoists surrendered before Jharkhand Police on the same day. These surrenders included individuals with substantial rewards on
A St Stephen’s College shorts ban ignites a debate on student freedom and institutional rules. Students protest the new dress code, which restricts attire in classrooms and other college spaces. This controversy highlights a broader trend of disputes over personal appearance on Indian campuses. Colleges face challenges balancing tradition with students’ growing expectations of personal
MAHE Opens Doors for Indian HealthTech Startups Through UK-India Accelerator Programme TheWire.in
South Korea’s Kospi index dropped significantly due to chipmaker weakness. SK Hynix reported earnings that missed market expectations, causing its shares to fall. This selloff reflects investor concerns over high valuations for artificial intelligence-linked stocks. Other Asian markets also experienced declines, particularly in the semiconductor sector. Wall Street’s Nasdaq saw a slight dip as AI
Buckingham Palace is witnessing a major transformation with a £369 million infrastructure upgrade. Engineers are diligently updating the palace’s old electrical and plumbing systems. Starting in April 2017, this extensive renovation is set to continue until 2027, all while maintaining the palace’s daily functions. The goal of this ambitious project is to safeguard the historic
Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University Madhya Pradesh Earns Prestigious ‘A’ Grade from Quality Council of India-National Accreditation Board for Education and Training (QCI-NABET), under the aegis of the Pharmacy Council of India Press Trust of India
Rahul Gandhi praised youth protests and criticized the education system in Parliament. He stated that every Indian should be proud of the youth’s actions. Rahul also shared a student’s definition of a true student. He alleged rampant privatization and RSS capture of the education system. The opposition leader targeted home minister Amit Shah over alleged
Google ex-CEO Eric Schmidt plans to buy a Spanish shipyard. This acquisition is for his ocean research ambitions. The shipyard’s revenue is less than his yacht’s operating costs. Schmidt’s nonprofit supports scientists with research vessels. This move aligns with his institute’s ongoing oceanographic work.
Rajya Sabha saw a sharp exchange between opposition and ruling party leaders. Mallikarjun Kharge alleged an assault on democracy and demanded action. J.P. Nadda defended police action as a routine law and order measure. He stated student activists face consequences for overriding public order. The government maintained police acted within legal boundaries to prevent unauthorized
