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Patna Teacher Wins Praise for Teaching Science Online with Precision in Desi Style
Khan sir, who runs a coaching class in Patna, uses virtual reality to explain different topics to students. But what makes his lectures different is the fact that he gives a fun desi touch while explaining things.
SC Sends Notice to Centre on PIL to Frame Guidelines for Identifying Minorities at State Level
A bench headed by Justice S K Kaul issued notice to the Ministries of Home Affairs, Law and Justice, and Minority Affairs. Appearing for the petitioner, senior advocate Vikas Singh said Hindus are in minority in 10 states but have not been declared so.
Rupee Hits Over 5-month High on Dollar Inflows, RBI Eyed
The partially convertible rupee rose to a high of 73.5150 per dollar, its strongest since March 5. It had closed at 73.83 on Thursday.
Increased Invigilators, Test Centres & Plethora of Masks: Here is Govt's SOP for JEE Exams Amid Covid-19
At an additional cost of Rs 13 crore, a plethora of equipment, protective gear, sanitisers, among other things, is to be acquired under the NTA's blueprint for the 660 test centres for JEE (Main) exams.
Controversy Erupts After Channel Questions Entry of Minority Aspirants into Civil Services
The Jamia Millia Islamia university and several public figures, including serving and retired civil servants, condemned the insinuation against the minority community.
Telangana Says States Lost 60-70 Percent Tax Revenue in GST Regime, Demands Compensation
Telangana demanded that the Group of Ministers headed by the Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi on the Integrated GST to finalise the modalities and release Telangana's due share of Rs 2700 crore towards IGST.
4 Prisoners Undergoing Covid-19 Treatment in Govt Hospital in Telangana Go Missing
The four prisoners -- two undertrials and two convicts -- from the city-based Cherlapally Central Prison, were admitted to the hospital over the past 15 days after they tested positive.
Number of Covid-19 Recoveries Goes Past 25 Lakh in India: Health Ministry
The strategic approach of the country as regards COVID-19 response and management — "test, track, treat" — emphasises the key principle of high level of testing on a sustained basis, leading to an early diagnosis, the ministry said.
50 Indian Students Qualify for China Scholarships, Immigration Policy Undecided Amid Covid-19
Most students achieved scholarships for studying 'Chinese Language and Literature' followed by 'International Business and Relations'.
You Better Wear Both Hats, SC Tells SG Tushar Mehta in Mallya's UBHL Winding Up Case
As Mehta repeatedly called Mallya a fugitive who does not deserve any indulgence by the Court, the bench of Justices Uday U Lalit and Vineet Sharan reminded the law officer that he was appearing for the banks and not the government.
Meet Beoncy, Northeast’s First Transwoman Doctor & Proud Covid-19 Warrior
After undergoing sex reassignment surgery, Beoncy Laishram established herself as a transwoman in the society which, till then, was hostile to her existence and professional achievements.
ICMR Says Its Twitter Account 'Compromised' after Tweets Critical of Govt 'Liked' from Its Handle
According to sources, it was observed that certain tweets criticising the government were "liked" from the ICMR's official Twitter handle. The matter was brought to the notice of ICMR officials by some Twitter users, they said.
Antarctica Ice Shelves Vulnerable To Meltwater That Could Cut Ice 'like A Knife,' Study Finds
Meltwater could undermine the walls of ice holding back Antarctica's glaciers, scientists reported on Wednesday, a finding that underscores concern about the potential for a significant sea level rise.
Jaspal Rana Declines Offer to Train Shooters in Brazil Due to Coronavirus Fears
Despite saying no to the offer, Jaspal Rana admitted that the lack of international competitions has affected the shooters
Centre Frames Draft Policy on Data Privacy Under National Digital Health Mission
The National Health Authority (NHA), the central agency responsible for the implementation of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, which has been mandated to design and roll out NDHM in the country, has released the draft 'Health Data Managem...
Should We Fight or Fear, Asks Uddhav Thackeray as CMs Put up United Front against Centre
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray was supported by his West Bengal counterpart Mamata Banerjee in saying the opposition needed to stand united "in one voice".