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The CBSE has mandated the study of three languages, including at least two native Indian languages, for Class 9 students starting July 1, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023.
Researchers have developed a lightweight, wearable polygraph system that adheres to the chest and measures heart activity, breathing patterns, sweat response, blood flow, and temperature to provide a real-time, whole-body view of stress.
Thousands and thousands and thousands of adults owe their lives to the commitment and medical fervour of Dr Armida Fernandez, who a grateful nation honoured with the Padma Shri this year.
TEXMiN Foundation, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad has signed an agreement with the University of Pretoria, South Africa, for research collaboration in critical minerals, rare earth element processing, recycling, extraction technologies and advanced mining innovation.
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay has signed a technology licensing agreement with Evergreen Lithium Recycling to improve the extraction of critical minerals from battery reprocessing, aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in battery recycling operations.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the schedule for the second board examinations for Class 10, which will take place from May 15 to May 21. The exams are optional and offer students a chance to improve their scores or clear failed subjects.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated new sports infrastructure facilities at SAI NCoE Gandhinagar, reinforcing the government's commitment to building world-class sporting ecosystems. The new facilities aim to strengthen athlete preparation through integrated support in training, recovery, nutrition, sports science, and mental wellbeing.
Jammu and Kashmir police seized approximately 2 kg of heroin suspected to have been dropped by a drone near the International Border in the Jammu district. The recovery followed a week-long surveillance operation based on intelligence inputs about cross-border narcotics smuggling.
A 26-year-old man was shot in the leg by police in Dwarka, Delhi, after allegedly attempting to snatch an officer's service pistol while evading arrest following a carjacking incident.
India's procurement of Venezuelan crude oil has picked up momentum since April and the South American nation has already emerged as the third largest oil supplier to the country.
Arunachal Pradesh Governor K T Parnaik has urged young people to connect with others from across India, preserve traditional values, and work to eliminate regional barriers through interaction and mutual respect.
A Pune school principal has been arrested in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case, accused of sharing examination-related questions and content with students for financial gain, according to the CBI.
Indore police are investigating an alleged extortion plot against a liquor dealer, involving a possible honey trap scheme. Seven individuals have been arrested, and their electronic devices are being examined for deleted evidence.
An industry-led AI curriculum taskforce has recommended shifting the present lecture-based teaching system for technical education to learning from real industry use cases and enhancing practical exposure of students.
A team of scientists has identified a 'potentially dangerous' proglacial lake at 16,500 feet in Arunachal Pradesh's Mago Chu basin, a critical headwaters region of the Brahmaputra, warning of a possible Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) due to rapid glacier transformation.
Delhi Police are investigating a blocked roof exit and the use of cooking heaters in guest rooms as key factors in the recent Malviya Nagar hotel fire that killed 21 people. Hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj has been arrested, and a Look Out Circular issued against his wife, while the manager remains absconding.
Police in Jammu seized approximately 3 kilograms of heroin suspected to have been dropped by a drone near the International Border. The recovery followed a week-long surveillance operation based on intelligence inputs about cross-border narcotics smuggling.
NIT Rourkela has announced the launch of four new academic programmes for the 2026-27 session, focusing on emerging technologies such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and quantum technologies.
A patient admitted to Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) in Lucknow was found dead in his hospital bed with his throat slit. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.
'This system will be of immense help in agricultural planning, disaster management and water resources management.'
A Pune school principal, Manisha Sanjay Havaldar, has been arrested in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case. The CBI alleges she shared examination-related questions and content with students for money. The investigation revealed her collusion with a botany teacher, and the use of handwritten notes containing NEET-related questions.
NASA has announced three missions to the moon as part of efforts to establish a permanent base on the earth's natural satellite. The USD 20 billion plan includes lunar rovers and drones for experiments to help master skills to live and operate in the dangerous environment.
A government school lecturer in Rajasthan has been arrested for allegedly using forged documents to secure his job. The Special Operations Group (SOG) of the Rajasthan Police made the arrest after investigating irregularities in the Lecturer (Agriculture Science) Recruitment Examination-2022.
'Leadership is about understanding how a business works, how it is shaped, built, and expanded.'
The University of Gloucestershire is looking for international student-athletes for funded study and training opportunities in the UK.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi has started a second autopsy of former model and actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following a request from her family who allege inadequacies in the initial post-mortem.
The University of Liverpool and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have established a joint seed fund to promote research and innovation collaborations in areas such as AI, biomedicine, quantum technology, and space.
A 28-year-old student pursuing a post-graduate diploma in cricket coaching allegedly drowned in a swimming pool at the Sports University of Haryana campus in Sonipat. Police are investigating the incident, and the university has formed a committee to probe the matter.
A 28-year-old student pursuing a post-graduate diploma in cricket coaching allegedly drowned in a swimming pool at the Sports University of Haryana campus in Sonipat. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death, which the family suspects may not have been accidental.
Researchers at IIT Kanpur are studying alpha waves in the brain to understand how stress affects cognitive functions. The study aims to build automated models of stress dimensions using EEG and correlating them with factors like loss of control, helplessness, and anxiety.
A woman and her teenage son were found murdered in their home in southeast Delhi. Police suspect robbery as the motive and are investigating the case.
A 20-year-old veterinary sciences student has been arrested in Rajasthan for his alleged involvement in an online work-from-home scam that defrauded job seekers with fake handwriting assignments.
rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, suggests how to pick the best engineering college and course in India after class 12.
A 20-year-old woman was found dead at her home in Delhi, and her family cremated her body without informing the police, leading to a police investigation.
The shift towards power-hitting in cricket has led to a revolution in bat manufacturing, with makers using scientific precision and customisation to meet the demands of modern batters.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi completed the second post mortem of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following concerns raised by her family regarding the initial autopsy and allegations of dowry harassment.
A new study suggests that complex strategic decisions may be better when made with less thinking time, highlighting the role of intuition in decision-making.
At least 12 people have died in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad after consuming suspected spurious liquor. Police have arrested eight individuals, including a key bootlegger, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the illegal operation.
The building suffered extensive damage in the fire, with debris, shattered glass and burnt materials strewn in the vicinity. A large crowd gathered near the site as authorities cordoned off the spot and diverted traffic to facilitate rescue operations.
