A BJP government in Bengal inherits more problems than it might care to admit at its moment of triumph, points out Ramesh Menon
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Rather than thinking it as an unfortunate event, experts urge students to see it as 'another opportunity to improve your score. Focus on improving in your weak chapters/units.'
A sessions court in Mumbai acquitted a Shiv Sena-affiliated union leader in a 2015 case of allegedly insulting a woman hospital staffer's modesty, overturning a magistrate's verdict.
Rather than thinking it as an unfortunate event, experts urge students to see it as 'another opportunity to improve your score. Focus on improving in your weak chapters/units.'
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Growth in AI engineering hiring is being driven by rapid AI adoption across organisations of all sizes, said the LinkedIn report.
'The nepotism, corruption, bad governance and 15 years of rampant crime that has happened across West Bengal under her rule led to her ouster.'
The world watches the Met Gala for the celebrities and the couture. But, for the last few years, one Indian brand from Kerala has quietly been creating the carpet that fashion's biggest stars pose on.
TVK founder Vijay, upon becoming Chief Minister, approved free electricity units and special forces for women's safety and anti-drug efforts. He pledged a commitment to secularism and social justice, asserting his authority as the sole power centre.
Gelatin sticks were discovered near the venue of PM Narendra Modi's programme in Bengaluru, prompting a police investigation and heightened security measures.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing them of prioritising the wealthy over the poor and failing to create job opportunities.
The Congress party's delay in naming the next Chief Minister of Kerala has drawn criticism, particularly from key ally IUML, which warns of potential political fallout from the prolonged uncertainty.
Indian sports administrators have been warned against treating multi-sport events as 'paid holidays'. The ministry has also reiterated the need for videography of selection trials for transparency.
Half-centuries from skipper Axar Patel and David Miller powered Delhi Capitals to a thrilling three-wicket win over Punjab Kings and kept their slim playoff hopes alive in the Indian Premier League on Monday.
A woman in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, was allegedly defrauded of Rs 4.56 lakh by a man posing as a Public Works Department engineer who promised to secure a job for her son.
Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge attributes his improved performance in the Indian Premier League to a crucial mindset shift, crediting head coach Ricky Ponting and skipper Shreyas Iyer for their guidance.
'The BJP successfully merged governance with identity. That's a powerful combination in Assam's political context.'
'...especially pressure on the rupee, the current account deficit, and foreign exchange outflows.' 'The key question over the next several months is whether the government can prevent external turbulence from feeding into domestic economic pessimism.'
The BJP achieved a clean sweep in nine districts of West Bengal, securing all 68 seats in these regions during the recent election. This victory marks a significant shift in the state's political landscape, ending the Trinamool Congress's 15-year rule and establishing the BJP's dominance.
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Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has demanded a CBI inquiry into the murder of a girl in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, alleging that the state has become unsafe for women under the BJP government. He visited the victim's family, offered financial assistance, and criticised the state administration for failing to protect her despite her repeated appeals to the police.
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has demanded a CBI inquiry into the killing of a girl in Hardoi's Bilgram area, asserting that Uttar Pradesh has become 'number one' in crimes against women under the BJP rule.
Riyan Parag, despite facing criticism, scored a brilliant 90 for Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match against Delhi Capitals.
A new study analysing millions of posts from underground cybercrime forums reveals that cybercriminals are struggling to effectively utilise AI tools, despite widespread experimentation since the launch of ChatGPT.
Lucknow Super Giants' global director of cricket, Tom Moody, attributes the team's IPL exit to inconsistent batting performances, particularly in the middle order. Jamie Overton of CSK credits his success to simple execution and praises the team environment.
A 19-year-old worker died after a steel frame fell on him during the construction of the Sewri-Worli Connector in Mumbai. This is the fourth fatality involving infrastructure projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region in recent days, raising concerns about construction safety.
"Our strategy has always been to focus on volume-led penetration growth," said Manish Tiwary, chairman and managing director, Nestle India.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has submitted a fact-finding report to the Maharashtra government, revealing pervasive sexual harassment, systemic bullying, and zero compliance with the POSH Act at the Nashik unit of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). The report details a toxic workplace environment and recommends strict action and compliance with the POSH Act.
'We are targeting a 2.5x to 3x increase in valuation by FY31.'
A look at the profiles of the ministers in the new Tamil Nadu government led by Joseph C Vijay of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered a Crime Branch investigation into the mob lynching of a GRP constable accused of attempted rape. The incident occurred on May 7, and the investigation aims to identify and prosecute those responsible. The victim's father alleges police involvement in the assault.
Ravichandran Ashwin lauded the Gujarat Titans for their composed approach in their IPL victory over the Punjab Kings, highlighting their tactical brilliance and Washington Sundar's crucial innings.
In part 3 of a Rediff series exploring new careers for aspiring professionals, Sanjay Salunkhe, founder of Jaro Education highlights how young professionals can adapt to the evolving AI-driven landscape in the creative industry.
The BJP must respect Bengal's pluralistic ethos and with this historic mandate give the state the constructive change it truly deserves, expects Kolkata native Payal Singh Mohanka.
'Vijay entered politics at a much better age compared to Rajnikanth and Kamal Haasan. His fans are young and he has at least 2-3 decades ahead of him.'
Mizoram police, in collaboration with Uttarakhand police, rescued five Mizo women, including two minors, from a sex trafficking racket operating under the guise of a spa in Rudrapur. Six individuals have been arrested, including the alleged mastermind and spa owner.
China has confirmed providing on-site technical support to Pakistan during last year's conflict with India, according to official media reports.
Rajasthan Royals successfully chased down a 223-run target against Punjab Kings, overcoming their middle-order struggles thanks to key contributions from Donovan Ferreira and Shubham Dubey.
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