No Badal at SAD helm for first time in 30+ years as Sukhbir quitsNo Badal at SAD helm for first time in 30+ years as Sukhbir quits
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Day: November 16, 2024
‘Teaching not up to mark’, CBSE plans big push to fill learning gaps‘Teaching not up to mark’, CBSE plans big push to fill learning gaps
To address learning gaps and ineffective teaching, CBSE is launching an ‘assessment centre’ by June 2024. The centre will provide teachers with tools to design effective assessments, track student progress,
Can’t block religious place due to opposition by another group: Kerala HCCan’t block religious place due to opposition by another group: Kerala HC
The Kerala high court ruled that opposition from other groups shouldn’t prevent the establishment of religious places in a democratic nation. The court made this decision while reviewing a Kozhikode
Traditional media must be compensated by e-platforms: Ashwini VaishnawTraditional media must be compensated by e-platforms: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Information and broadcasting minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, addressed the need for fair compensation for traditional media outlets. He argued that the current digital landscape unfairly disadvantages traditional media, despite their significant
Sluggish weather, stubble spike push AQI to severe in DelhiSluggish weather, stubble spike push AQI to severe in Delhi
Delhi’s air quality plummeted back to hazardous levels on Saturday, reaching a severe AQI of 429, primarily due to stagnant weather conditions and a surge in agricultural burning. Despite slight
Trump nominates climate skeptic Chris Wright as energy secretaryTrump nominates climate skeptic Chris Wright as energy secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has tapped Chris Wright, a fossil fuel executive and campaign donor, to lead the Energy Department in his second term. Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy, is a
10 newborn babies die in India after fire rips through hospital neonatal unit10 newborn babies die in India after fire rips through hospital neonatal unit
Ten newborn babies died from burns and suffocation after a fire swept through a neonatal intensive care unit in northern India, a government official said on Saturday. The blaze broke
Trump lawyer William Owen Scharf picked for ‘crucial’ White House assistant roleTrump lawyer William Owen Scharf picked for ‘crucial’ White House assistant role
President-elect Trump announced that William Owen Scharf, one of his lawyers, will serve as assistant to the president and staff secretary in the upcoming administration. “I am pleased to announce
Trump selects Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright as secretary of EnergyTrump selects Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright as secretary of Energy
Wright has been one of the industry’s loudest voices against efforts to fight climate change and could give fossil fuels a boost, including quick action to end a year-long pause
A majority of Senate Republicans doubt Matt Gaetz will be confirmed as attorney general, sources sayA majority of Senate Republicans doubt Matt Gaetz will be confirmed as attorney general, sources say
More than half of Senate Republicans, including some in senior leadership positions, privately say they don’t see a path for the former Florida representative, according to a number of Republican
After Afspa move, MHA mandates security forces to take ‘necessary steps’ in ManipurAfter Afspa move, MHA mandates security forces to take ‘necessary steps’ in Manipur
The Indian government has directed security forces in Manipur to quell ethnic violence and restore peace. This comes after the recent imposition of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in
PM Modi arrives in Nigeria’s capital Abuja, receives grand welcomePM Modi arrives in Nigeria’s capital Abuja, receives grand welcome
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Abuja, Nigeria, on Sunday, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the West African nation in 17 years. The visit is
Amid clashes outside Assam hospital, 10 Hmar men’s bodies flown to ManipurAmid clashes outside Assam hospital, 10 Hmar men’s bodies flown to Manipur
The bodies of 10 Hmar men, killed in a CRPF operation in Jiribam on November 11, were airlifted to Imphal on Saturday. The transportation followed clashes between the Kuki-Hmar community
Protests rock Manipur, homes of CM kin & ministers attackedProtests rock Manipur, homes of CM kin & ministers attacked
Violence erupted in Manipur’s Imphal valley after the discovery of six bodies, believed to be Meitei villagers, in the Barak river. Protesters, alleging inaction by authorities, targeted homes of ministers
Vulgar booklets reveal shocking side of ragging in medical collegesVulgar booklets reveal shocking side of ragging in medical colleges
Medical students in India are being subjected to horrific hazing rituals that involve memorizing and reciting booklets filled with vulgar language and descriptions of sexual violence against women. These booklets,
4 days before Maha polls, 5 Maoists killed in fierce encounter close to border4 days before Maha polls, 5 Maoists killed in fierce encounter close to border
Five Maoists, including two women, were killed in a daylong encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region. Two jawans were also injured in the gunfight. The encounter took place
Jhansi hosp fire: Young dad saved many babies, but lost his twin girlsJhansi hosp fire: Young dad saved many babies, but lost his twin girls
A fire, likely caused by an electrical short circuit, ripped through the neonatal intensive care unit of Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, claiming the lives of 10 infants.
Times have changed, terrorists aren’t safe in their homes: PM ModiTimes have changed, terrorists aren’t safe in their homes: PM Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that terrorism no longer threatens citizens’ safety as it did under previous administrations. He attributed this change to decisive action, contrasting it with past
Nursing students use virtual reality to enhance their skills: ‘Brings fun to learning’Nursing students use virtual reality to enhance their skills: ‘Brings fun to learning’
Virtual reality isn’t just for video games. Some nursing students in St. Louis are using it to practice high-tech training without the need for real patients. Goldfarb School of Nursing
Georgia student nails $800,000 kick on ‘College GameDay’ on first attemptGeorgia student nails $800,000 kick on ‘College GameDay’ on first attempt
As in baseball when a manager calls in the closer to end the game, Belle Sessions called on Henry Silver to kick for a chance at $150,000 on ESPN’s “College
Trump taps Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright for Department of Energy: ‘Leading technologist and entrepreneur’Trump taps Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright for Department of Energy: ‘Leading technologist and entrepreneur’
President-elect Donald Trump announced that Chris Wright, the CEO and founder of Liberty Energy, will lead the Department of Energy in his new administration. “I am thrilled to announce that
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs tried to sway witnesses from jail amid sex trafficking trial: docsSean ‘Diddy’ Combs tried to sway witnesses from jail amid sex trafficking trial: docs
Sean “Diddy” Combs allegedly attempted to blackmail victims and potential witnesses and “corruptly influence” public opinion from behind bars as he awaits trial on sex trafficking charges, according to court
Mike Tyson reveals he suffered near-death experience training for Jake Paul fight: ‘Lost half my blood’Mike Tyson reveals he suffered near-death experience training for Jake Paul fight: ‘Lost half my blood’
Less than 24 hours after losing to Jake Paul in their highly anticipated bout, Mike Tyson says he has “no regrets” over having entered the ring one final time at
Trump picks Karoline Leavitt to be youngest ever White House press secretaryTrump picks Karoline Leavitt to be youngest ever White House press secretary
At 27-years-old Karoline Leavitt would be the youngest White House press secretary in history.
After woman’s murder, detectives learn killer was “only half the story”After woman’s murder, detectives learn killer was “only half the story”
After Alyssa Burkett was murdered in broad daylight in Carrollton, Texas, Andrew Beard, the father of her child, became a suspect. Investigators would eventually discover a twisted murder plot they
Texas mom’s killer received text before murder: “I hope you handle it”Texas mom’s killer received text before murder: “I hope you handle it”
After Alyssa Burkett was murdered, detectives quickly learned that the prime suspect was the father of her child, Andrew Beard. But as the investigation unfolded, they would find out that
Elon Musk endorses Trump’s transition co-chair Howard Lutnick for Treasury secretaryElon Musk endorses Trump’s transition co-chair Howard Lutnick for Treasury secretary
Elon Musk posted on X his endorsement of the billionaire CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald on Saturday.
Uddhav hits out at ex-CJI for not delivering Shiv Sena MLA case verdictUddhav hits out at ex-CJI for not delivering Shiv Sena MLA case verdict
In an interview, Uddhav Thackeray expressed disappointment with former CJI D Y Chandrachud for not delivering the verdict in the Shiv Sena MLAs’ disqualification case. He criticized the BJP leadership,
Hemant Soren evading responsibility in curbing infiltration: Amit ShahHemant Soren evading responsibility in curbing infiltration: Amit Shah
At a Dumka rally, Union home minister Amit Shah accused Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren of failing to control infiltration and appeasing Muslims. Shah highlighted the BJP’s commitment to tribal welfare
People want Mahayuti to rule for another 5 years: PM ModiPeople want Mahayuti to rule for another 5 years: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a virtual interaction with BJP workers in Maharashtra, expressed confidence in the Mahayuti government’s continued success in the upcoming assembly elections. He attributed this anticipated
Government mulls Rs 6k crore tunnel to link Leh with PangongGovernment mulls Rs 6k crore tunnel to link Leh with Pangong
The government is considering a proposal to construct a 7-8 km twin-tube tunnel through the Kela Pass in Ladakh. The estimated cost of this project is Rs 6,000 crore. The
PWD contractor ‘unauthorisedly’ built mazaar: Doon SchoolPWD contractor ‘unauthorisedly’ built mazaar: Doon School
The Doon School in Dehradun is under scrutiny after a right-wing group claimed to have demolished a structure on its campus, alleging it to be a ‘mazaar’. The school administration,
PM Modi talks of Balasaheb but backstabbed his son: PriyankaPM Modi talks of Balasaheb but backstabbed his son: Priyanka
During her Maharashtra assembly election campaign, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra accused PM Modi of “backstabbing” Uddhav Thackeray despite invoking Balasaheb’s name. She challenged Modi and Amit Shah to conduct a caste
Dana White addresses rumors Trump will make an appearance at UFC 309: ‘He’s a big fan’Dana White addresses rumors Trump will make an appearance at UFC 309: ‘He’s a big fan’
UFC President Dana White addressed recent rumors President-elect Trump will make an appearance at Madison Square Garden for UFC 309 Saturday night, adding that his longtime friend is a “big
Woman’s sandwich sabotage of her husband goes viral on Reddit: ‘Grapes of petty’Woman’s sandwich sabotage of her husband goes viral on Reddit: ‘Grapes of petty’
A woman’s Reddit confession that she gaslights her husband and meddles with his food after arguments initially sparked concern for her marriage – but people were relieved when they found
Diabetes rates have quadrupled since 1990 — these are the 4 reasonsDiabetes rates have quadrupled since 1990 — these are the 4 reasons
The number of people living with diabetes worldwide has quadrupled in the past two decades, with 830 million people diagnosed as of 2022, as published this week in The Lancet.
CNN host says liberal media’s ‘constant browbeating’ about Trump is a top reason for his big winCNN host says liberal media’s ‘constant browbeating’ about Trump is a top reason for his big win
CNN host Michael Smerconish admitted that the mainstream media’s “constant browbeating” of conservatives backfired and contributed to President-elect Trump’s big win last week. During an interview with Mediaite.com editor Aidan
NFL fans worried about Christmas games streamed on Netflix after Paul-Tyson fight buffering debacleNFL fans worried about Christmas games streamed on Netflix after Paul-Tyson fight buffering debacle
Netflix may be hearing from the NFL after the way the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson stream went on Friday night. Many streamers weren’t pleased with how the event was buffering throughout
Musk’s SpaceX to help India launch heavyweight satellite on TuesdayMusk’s SpaceX to help India launch heavyweight satellite on Tuesday
Elon Musk’s SpaceX will launch India’s heavy communication satellite, Gsat-20, on November 19th. Weighing over 4 tonnes, the satellite exceeds the capacity of India’s current launchers, necessitating the use of
After HC prod, IAS academy to revamp training curriculumAfter HC prod, IAS academy to revamp training curriculum
The LBSNAA, in response to a Punjab and Haryana HC directive, is set to revamp its curriculum by incorporating administrative law. This decision comes after the court identified flaws in
Saffron-clad Thiruvalluvar: Tamil Nadu governor triggers fresh rowSaffron-clad Thiruvalluvar: Tamil Nadu governor triggers fresh row
Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi is facing criticism for using an image of Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar in saffron robes for a Raj Bhavan event. This decision has ignited controversy, with
UN climate process needs urgent overhaul: ExpertsUN climate process needs urgent overhaul: Experts
A group of prominent figures, including Ban Ki-moon and Christiana Figueres, are urging a major overhaul of the UN climate process. They argue that while 28 COPs have established policy
PM Modi heads for G20 meet, looks forward to ‘meaningful talks’PM Modi heads for G20 meet, looks forward to ‘meaningful talks’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a three-nation tour, starting with Nigeria, followed by the G20 summit in Brazil, and concluding with a visit to Guyana for the India-CARICOM summit.
Disclose foreign income accurately: I-T department kicks off campaignDisclose foreign income accurately: I-T department kicks off campaign
Income tax department is reaching out to taxpayers, reminding them to declare any foreign income or assets in their 2024-25 tax returns. Using data from international agreements, the department is
Bill Maher says ‘my head’s not exploding’ over Trump picking RFK Jr. for HHS: ‘We do need shaking up’Bill Maher says ‘my head’s not exploding’ over Trump picking RFK Jr. for HHS: ‘We do need shaking up’
“Real Time” host Bill Maher appeared open-minded about President-elect Trump‘s nominee for Health and Human Services. Maher kicked off his interview with physician and author Dr. Casey Means about how
11/16: Saturday Morning11/16: Saturday Morning
Trump moves quickly to announce picks for Cabinet, administration positions; Husband and wife restaurant owners share family recipes in new cookbook.
McDonald’s investing $100 million to lure customers after E.coli outbreakMcDonald’s investing $100 million to lure customers after E.coli outbreak
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said slivered onions on the McDonald’s Quarter Pounders were the likely source of the E. coli.