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New Delhi: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday resigned from the Union Cabinet amid mounting pressure over the alleged NEET paper leak and examination irregularities. Pradhan announced his decision through a post on X, stating that he had submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The resignation comes against the backdrop of sustained student protests at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and demonstrations across several parts of the country, where protesters have been demanding accountability and calling for the Education Minister’s resignation over the controversy. In his resignation letter, Pradhan said he had devoted more than four decades…
New Delhi: Tension prevailed at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on Monday as protesters attempting to march towards Parliament under the banner of ‘Chalo Sansad’ clashed with police while demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak. A large number of students and protesters gathered at the demonstration site, prompting the Delhi Police to deploy heavy security and install multiple layers of barricades across the New Delhi district to prevent the march from proceeding towards Parliament. Visuals from the protest showed hundreds of demonstrators carrying flags and raising slogans against the Central government. As protesters…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Saturday announced the winners of the 72nd National Film Awards, celebrating excellence in Indian cinema for films certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) between January 1 and December 31, 2024. Actors Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty shared the Best Actor award for their acclaimed performances in Chandu Champion and Bramayugam, respectively. The winners were announced at the National Media Centre in New Delhi, with the ceremony streamed live on PIB India’s official YouTube channel. The National Film Awards recognise outstanding achievements across feature films, non-feature films, and writing on…
Bhubaneswar: President Droupadi Murmu is likely to visit Odisha’s Ganjam district on August 4, with preparations reportedly underway ahead of the proposed one-day tour. According to sources, the President is expected to visit the Taptapani Hot Spring, a popular tourist destination in the Sanakhemundi block of Ganjam district. She is also likely to interact with members of the local tribal communities during her visit. Although there has been no official confirmation of the programme, senior district officials have begun reviewing security and logistical arrangements. Ganjam Collector Keerthi Vasan V, Ganjam SP Harisha BC, Berhampur SP Saravana Vivek M, along with…
Bhubaneswar: A 24-year-old beautician was allegedly abducted and murdered in Odisha’s Sambalpur district, with police arresting the prime accused in connection with the crime. The victim, identified as Sarita Sa (24), was a resident of Kusumi Mahulaguda village under the Mahulapali police limits and worked at a beauty parlour in Kuchinda town. According to police, Sarita went missing on July 16 while attending Rath Yatra celebrations in Kuchinda. After she failed to return home, her family lodged a missing person complaint, prompting an investigation. During the probe, police detained the prime accused, Anil Pruseth of Kundaposi, for questioning. According to…
New Delhi: According to the report, the United States and Iran exchanged fresh strikes across the Middle East on Friday, with both sides targeting infrastructure and military installations as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continued to escalate. The report claims the United States carried out attacks on bridges, energy infrastructure and a port facility in southern Iran, describing them as part of an ongoing military campaign aimed at weakening Tehran’s operational capabilities. It further alleges that Iran retaliated by launching missiles towards several US-allied countries in the region, including Qatar and Kuwait, with one desalination plant reportedly sustaining damage.…
New Jersey: Spain midfielder Mikel Merino has described containing Lionel Messi as a “huge challenge” as Spain prepare for their reported FIFA World Cup final clash against defending champions Argentina. Speaking at Spain’s training base in East Hanover, New Jersey, Merino said facing Messi and Argentina would be one of the biggest tests of his career. “It’s a huge challenge and an incredible motivation for me and the whole team. Playing against a side like Argentina, which has already won this trophy, makes the match even more significant,” Merino said. According to the report, Argentina captain Lionel Messi has played…
New Delhi: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday alleged that Delhi Police assaulted him and prevented him from reaching Jantar Mantar after climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to a hospital following a deterioration in his health. Speaking to reporters, Dipke claimed that police forcibly removed Wangchuk from the protest site in the early hours of the day and vowed that the agitation would continue. He also announced that he would begin an indefinite hunger strike. According to Dipke, police personnel allegedly stopped him from entering the protest venue and used force against him. He further claimed…
Bhubaneswar: The principal of a degree college in Odisha’s Jagatsinghpur district has been arrested on allegations of inappropriate behaviour and harassment of women faculty members and staff. The accused, Dayanidhi Routray, principal of Swami Arupananda Degree College, was arrested by the Raghunathpur Police after multiple women employees lodged a complaint against him. He was later produced before a local court. Taking serious note of the allegations, the Jagatsinghpur district administration placed the principal under suspension pending further investigation. According to the complaint, Routray allegedly made obscene and derogatory remarks towards women employees and subjected several faculty members and staff to…
New Delhi: India has entered a new era of green transportation with the launch of its first hydrogen-powered train, flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The train will operate on the 89-kilometre Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana under the Northern Railway zone. The project marks the first use of hydrogen fuel cell technology in the Indian railway network. The technology generates electricity through hydrogen fuel cells, offering a cleaner and more environmentally friendly alternative to conventional diesel-powered trains. The initiative also includes dedicated hydrogen storage and refuelling infrastructure. Sharing the announcement on social media, Prime Minister Modi said India has…