A pro-Kannada organisation protested against the Governor of Karnataka over a letter asking the state government to reconsider its decision to replace the marks system with a grading system for the third language in the SSLC exam.
rediffGURU Chocko Valliappa, founder and CEO of Vee Technologies, tells young aspirants how they can make an informed career choice.
'Infertility and reproductive health challenges, much like other chronic conditions, are rising globally.'
The Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) in Delhi has denied bail to two minors arrested in connection with the death of a man during a clash between two families on Holi. The board cited concerns about public peace, the safety of the minors, and the integrity of the justice system.
The State Human Rights Commission has ruled that an Iranian student of Kerala University has the legal right to use the swimming pool at the Kariavattom campus and directed the Sports and Youth Affairs Department to ensure necessary facilities.
India not only lost its top place as the most represented higher-education system to China, several of its marquee institutions saw a significant drop.
The mother of a 23-year-old student who drowned in a water-filled pit in Noida has accused his friends of negligence and suspects foul play, alleging they did not attempt to save him and failed to inform her promptly about his death.
A new report indicates a rise in 'red alert' constituencies in the West Bengal Assembly elections, with a significant number of candidates facing criminal charges.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has submitted a comprehensive set of recommendations to various central ministries, outlining a survivor-centric framework to enhance care, justice, and rehabilitation for acid-attack victims.
Afghanistan's anti-doping programme has collapsed since the Taliban's return to power, with no tests conducted for three years and the country's exiled anti-doping chief admitting there is currently 'no hope'. The programme faces numerous challenges, including a lack of Doping Control Officers, logistical issues, and political instability.
A second-year student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, was found dead in her hostel room, marking the fourth suspected student suicide in two months, triggering protests on campus.
BJP veteran Murli Manohar Joshi advocates for greater promotion of Sanskrit, suggesting its importance in modern scientific pursuits and India's aspiration to regain its status as a 'vishwaguru' (global teacher).
A 20-year-old student in Morena, India, died by suicide after failing his class 12 board exams. The student, identified as Hrithik Dandotia, used a country-made pistol to end his life after failing in Physics, Chemistry, and Maths.
He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.
The Delhi High Court has intervened in a fee dispute between Delhi Public School, Dwarka, and parents, ordering the reinstatement of 25 expelled students and directing parents to pay 50% of outstanding fees.
Senior Congress leader Arun Yadav has criticised the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh, alleging neglect of farmers and the enabling of mafia activities.
Police in Gurugram have arrested four individuals involved in an interstate gold coin fraud, recovering a substantial amount of cash and gold. The alleged mastermind, Solanki Prabhubhai Gulshanbhai, has a long history of fraud and is accused of targeting high-profile individuals.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar participated in an event in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district as part of a grassroots sports initiative aimed at transforming the once Maoist hotbed into a thriving sports hub and opening new avenues for the youth.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has affirmed his government's commitment to a transparent recruitment process, aiming to fill 25,000 vacancies this year while avoiding legal complications.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has advocated for the establishment of 'Mahakal Standard Time' (MST), citing Ujjain's historical significance as a centre for time calculation and astronomy.
US Vice President JD Vance has stated that immigrants who become US citizens should prioritise the interests of the United States above their country of origin. He emphasised the importance of allegiance to the US for the effective functioning of the American system.
The Haryana government has approved expenditure of 1,028 crore for various projects across multiple departments, including police housing, public works, and irrigation, aiming to enhance infrastructure and public services in the state.
More than 20 female staffers of a government school in Chandigarh have filed a harassment complaint against a male teacher, accusing him of creating a hostile work environment. An investigation is currently underway following the complaint lodged under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
As industrial plants boost the village's profile, locals demand priority hiring, alongside better storage facilities and water security.
A government girls' school in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was blown up by unidentified armed men, police said. The incident occurred in Ghora village, Baka Khel area of Bannu district. No group has claimed responsibility for the bombing so far.
A new study reveals that AI chatbots often provide inaccurate and incomplete medical information, raising concerns about their use in healthcare communication.
The father of Anjel Chakma, a student from Tripura who was killed in an alleged racial assault, has accused the Uttarakhand Police of negligence, claiming the main accused remains at large due to administrative failure.
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav criticised the BJP government's record on women's safety, alleging increased crimes and discrimination.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlights India's transformation in sports, moving beyond cricket and hockey to achieve global recognition, driven by government investment and initiatives like the Khelo India programme.
As Priyanka Chopra Jonas returns as the debonair spy Nadia in Citadel Season 2, we take look at how her Hollywood projects stack up against each other from underwhelming to standout.
The family of Savitha Shanmugasundaram, an Indian-origin student killed in a shooting in Austin, has launched a one-million-dollar scholarship in her memory to support students from low-income families.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of the alleged suicide of a minor girl in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, following allegations of sexual harassment and intimidation by her teacher, prompting a police investigation and calls for increased safety measures in schools.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of betraying women by obstructing the passage of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, which aimed to reserve 33 per cent of seats in Parliament and state assemblies for women. Modi asserted that women in West Bengal would punish the TMC in the upcoming assembly elections.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Mamata Banerjee government of favouring infiltrators over the native population, asserting that the upcoming assembly election in West Bengal is a battle to save the state's identity.
The Kiran Pratibha Scholarship 2026 is an opportunity provided by the Kiran Foundation to students who have passed Class 8 or are at least 14 years of age.
A headmaster in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district has been booked and suspended after allegations of sexually harassing girl students surfaced. An FIR was lodged following a complaint by the mother of a 13-year-old girl. The headmaster is currently on the run.
Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, expressed doubts about the United States' intentions regarding negotiations, citing conflicting actions and a desire to force Iran into accepting US demands.
The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the continued prevalence of domestic abuse and crimes against women, highlighting that these issues are symptomatic of a deeper societal problem rooted in patriarchy, despite economic and legal advancements.
The TMC has refuted Prime Minister Modi's claim that high voter turnout in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly polls indicates a mandate for change, asserting it reflects support for Mamata Banerjee and her government's development agenda.
A man in Thane has been accused of defrauding a woman of 12.5 lakh by posing as a government official and falsely promising her son's admission to IIT Bombay.
