The NHRC has issued notices to the Union HRD Ministry and the Bihar government over reported plight faced by poor children due to non-supply of mid-day meal in Bhagalpur in the wake of extended closure of schools during the coronavirus-induced lockdown, officials said on Monday. The National Human Rights Commission […]
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Google rolls out dark mode for Docs, Slides and Sheets for Android
Google has finally rolled out dark mode support for Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Slides on Android. Available on Android 10 and later (even if it is Android 11 beta), the theme should kick in automatically if you have Dark Theme enabled on your device. You can enable the […]
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IIT Ropar ‘develops’ ventilation support for COVID-19 patients
The researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar have developed a compact and affordable ventilation support for the less critical COVID-19 patients, a statement said on Monday. The design of the a Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (BiPAP) machine is such that it is easy to operate and can be […]
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Moto G 5G Plus is coming soon with these specifications, features
Motorola is working on an entry-level 5G smartphone. Said to be part of its popular Moto G series, the smartphone is expected to launch very soon. Ahead of the official announcement, key details of ‘Moto G 5G Plus’ have already leaked online. Moto G 5G Plus has been spotted on multiple […]
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Online exam to start from July 10, left out students can appear in physical exam in September: DU to HC
Delhi University informed the Delhi High Court on Monday that Open Book Examinations (OBE) for under-graduate courses will commence from July 10 and those students who are unable to take them, be it persons with disabilities or others, will be allowed to appear for the exams physically in September. The […]
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Shershaah team pays homage to Captain Vikram Batraa with special video
The team of the Captain Vikram Batra biopic titled Shershaah have paid homage to the Kargil hero and Param Vir Chakra recipient with a special video. The film stars Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani and tell the tale of his heroism and sacrifice. The video was shared on the official Dharma Productions account on […]
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Revised UGC guidelines on exams show complete disregard for students: DUTA
The Delhi University Teachers’ Association (DUTA) on Monday expressed its disappointment over the UGC guidelines on exams, saying that they show “complete disregard for students”. Final-year examinations in universities will have to be conducted by September-end, the HRD Ministry announced on Monday, deferring the schedule from July in view of […]
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Sushant Singh Rajput fans flood MP man with calls, police start investigation
A 20-year-old man from Madhya Pradesh has complained to the police after actor Sushant Sing Rajput’s fans inundated him with phone calls. The man works as a labourer in Indore. Investigation conducted by the cyber cell has revealed that a page created on Facebook in the name of Rajput’s former girlfriend Ankita Lokhande mentioned […]
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‘From one Sush to another’: Sushmita remembers Sushant
Sushmita Sen has penned a heartbreaking note in the memory of Sushant Singh Rajput after watching the trailer of his last film Dil Bechara. The actor said that she wished to have an opportunity to chat with him about the mysteries of the universe and their fascination for the number 47. Addressing his fans, […]
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Paytm, CEO Sharma to acquire general insurer Raheja QBE
Paytm, owned by One97 Communications Ltd, and its founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma have agreed to fully acquire general insurer Raheja QBE General Insurance Company Ltd for ₹568 crore in a bid to accelerate the launch of its own insurance business in 24-30 months. The deal will allow Paytm, currently a […]
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‘He was absolutely outstanding’: Former India opener on batting with Sehwag
Virender Sehwag is regarded as one of the best India had produced. Sehwag had the ability to hit big shots at will, and he always looked to counter-attack the bowlers right from the get go. In the ODIs, Sehwag opened alongside the likes of Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly, and […]
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No proposal to merge CBDT, CBIC, says govt
The finance ministry on Monday said in a statement that the government has no proposal to merge the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) and Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). “Government has no proposal to merge two Boards created under the Central Boards of Revenue Act, 1963,” […]
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Mourinho delighted by Lloris-Son clash during Tottenham win
When Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris confronted Son Heung-min on the field at halftime, Jose Mourinho was far from annoyed. The manager renowned for his own flashpoints and volatility was delighted to see tensions between teammates erupting in public view. “It was beautiful,” he said. “Probably it’s a consequence of our […]
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SAT permits SEBI to levy higher penalties on ICRA Ltd
The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) in an order ruled that Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has powers to enhance penalties or levy higher penalty than originally imposed. The Tribunal was hearing a petition filed by ICRA Ltd against a second showcause notice issued by SEBI on 28 January […]
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Keane own goal gives Spurs win over Everton
An own goal by Michael Keane proved the difference as Tottenham Hotspur beat visitors Everton 1-0 in a dour clash on Monday to move up to eighth in the standings and hand manager Jose Mourinho a 200th Premier League win. Defeat would have dropped Spurs below the visitors into the […]