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SC refuses to halt BPSC mains exam scheduled from April 25
New Delhi, Apr 23: The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to halt the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) mains examination scheduled from April 25 as it dismissed a clutch of petitions alleging irregularities in the 70th BPSC preliminary exam.
Failed to score 9 runs in two consecutive matches...: RCA Official Jaideep Bihani weighs on RR's recent defeats
Jaipur, April 23: Following Rajasthan Royals' (RR) successive defeats from seemingly winning positions in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), Jaideep Bihani, Convenor of the Ad Hoc Committee of the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA), has raised serious concerns about the franchise's performance following their narrow defeats against Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
Hindi not compulsory but optional in classes 1 to 5 for now, says Maha Minister
Mumbai, April 22: Amid the raging controversy, the Maharashtra government, on Tuesday, took a u-turn on making Hindi a compulsory third language in classes 1 to 5 in English and Marathi schools from the academic year 2025-26.
'You need a deep understanding': Fadnavis slams Stalin on NEP
Mumbai, April 22: In a strongly worded response to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, the Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that before seeking clarifications from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he needs a deep understanding of the National Education Policy (NEP).
Why job losers are insisting on publication of 'segregated' lists: CM Mamata
Kolkata, April 22: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday afternoon questioned why teaching and non-teaching staff in the state-run schools, who lost jobs following a Supreme Court order, were now insisting on the publication of the lists segregating the "genuine" and "tainted" candidates.
Punjab govt 'looting' traders, says BJP
Chandigarh, April 22: The BJP blamed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab on Tuesday for "looting" traders in the state to cover expenses of its leaders in Delhi.
Amit Mishra denounces 'incorrect' media reports claiming his name in domestic violence case
New Delhi, April 22: Former India spinner Amit Mishra has categorically rejected the "incorrect" and "unrelated" media reports claiming he and his family members were booked in domestic violence and dowry harassment case filed by the cricketer's wife.
Amit Mishra denounces 'incorrect' media reports claiming his name in domestic violence case
New Delhi, April 22: India spinner Amit Mishra has categorically rejected the "incorrect" and "unrelated" media reports claiming he and his family members were booked in domestic violence and dowry harassment filed by the cricketer's wife.
I forgot my limits: Anurag Kashyap apologises for his alleged casteist remarks against Brahmins
Mumbai, April 22: Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap apologised for his alleged casteist remarks against Brahmins, saying that he "forgot his limits" while replying to someone in anger.
RR term MLA Bihani's 'match-fixing allegations' baseless; demand action from CM
Jaipur, April 22: Tensions have escalated between Rajasthan Royals and Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) after Jaydeep Bihani, convener of RCA's ad hoc committee, raised doubts over the RR's recent 2-run loss to Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2025.
Anurag Kashyap row: Director apologises to Brahmin community, ensures he will work on his anger
Mumbai, April 22: Indian auteur Anurag Kashyap has issued an apology following an uproar over his remarks on the Brahmin community. On Tuesday, the ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ filmmaker took to his Instagram, and penned the apology, and assured that he will be very careful with his expression and words going forward.
They got Pulitzers for a bunch of lies: US Def Secy Hegseth attacks media over signal chat controversy
Washington DC, April 22: The Secretary of Defence of the United States, Pete Hegseth, in a post on social media, criticised the media's handling of the Signal chat controversy. Hegseth expressed scepticism about the media's sudden interest in the story after a few individuals were fired for leaking information.
Rahul Gandhi faces criticism for 'attacking' EC in US
Boston, April 21: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's attacks on India's election system came under harsh criticism on Monday.
Rahul Gandhi always makes statements against India on foreign soil: Union Minister Athawale
Nagpur, April 21: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Monday hit out at Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his remarks in the US, accusing him of undermining democratic institutions and misleading the public.
India's Got Latent Row: Supreme Court extends interim protection of Ranveer Allahabadia
New Delhi, April 21: The Supreme Court of India on Monday extended its interim protection granted from arrest to YouTuber and Podcaster Ranveer Allahabadia in the case relating to the controversial remarks made by him and others in an episode of India's Got Latent.
Bowen Yang supports Aimee Lou Wood's criticism of 'White Lotus' parody on 'SNL'
Washington, April 21: Actor and comedian Bowen Yang, after her criticism of the 'White Lotus' parody on the latest Saturday Night Live episode, has supported Aimee Lou Wood.
'Sacred items should not be touched': Shivakumar on Janivara row
Bengaluru, April 21: After the Karnataka government faced backlash over the sacred thread removal issue, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar slammed the authorities on Monday, saying that sacred items should not be touched.
IPL: RCA ad hoc committee chief smells foul play in sports council's working; questions RR's loss to LSG
Jaipur, April 21: The cricket pitch in Rajasthan seems to be turning into a political battleground, as the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) Ad hoc committee has raised serious concerns about the functioning of the State Sports Council.
Rahul Gandhi should have used 'harsher' words: Congress backs LoP's EC remarks
New Delhi, April 21: Congress on Monday rallied behind Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, after the BJP strongly criticised his remarks on the Election Commission (EC), made during his US visit.
Samay Raina faces legal heat by Supreme Court over his disability remark
Mumbai, April 21: "India's Got Latent" ideator Samay Raina has landed in legal soup yet again as the Supreme Court has expressed distress regarding his insensitive remarks allegedly making fun of an infant suffering from spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a heartbreaking medical condition.
Actress Gehana Vasisth files complaint against Anurag Kashyap over his controversial remark on Brahmins
Mumbai, April 21: Actress Gehna Vasisth has taken legal action against filmmaker Anurag Kashyap following his controversial comments on the Brahmin community.
Betrayed people: AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswamy attacks MK Stalin government
Chennai, April 21: Tamil Nadu Leader of Opposition (LoP) and AIADMK General Secretary, Edappadi K Palaniswami on Monday accused the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government in the state of "betraying the people", holding it responsible for introducing National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) since the ruling party was part of the United Democratic Alliance (UPA) government in the centre.
'Maligning India on foreign soil', BJP blasts Rahul Gandhi over remarks on ECI in US
New Delhi, April 21: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday tore into the Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his 'slanderous' remarks at the Election Commission of India (ECI) and accused him of maligning the country on foreign soil.
Only Marathi will be compulsory, no attempt to impose Hindi, says CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, April 21: Amid raging controversy over the introduction of Hindi as a compulsory language in Classes 1 to 5 in Marathi and English schools in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has clarified that it is wrong to say that there is an attempt to impose the language. He said only Marathi will be compulsory, and there will be no other compulsion.
'I sometimes regret having played cricket': Azharuddin on removal of his name from Hyderabad stadium stand
New Delhi, April 20: Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin expressed his anguish over the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) Ombudsman's directive to remove his name from the North Stand at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Karnataka sacred thread row: PU College Principal, staff suspended
Bengaluru, April 20: Principal and staff of Sai Spoorthi Pre-University College in Karnataka's Bidar district were suspended after a probe by the police confirmed that students were not allowed to take the Common Entrance Test (CET) for wearing the sacred thread (janivara/janeu), in violation of rules and guidelines.
BJP distances itself from party MPs' remarks on judiciary
New Delhi, April 20: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has disassociated itself from the remarks made by two of its Members of Parliament (MPs) -- Nishikant Dubey and Dinesh Sharma -- regarding the judiciary and the Chief Justice of India.
Anurag Kashyap faces legal action for using offensive language against Brahmins
Mumbai, April 19: A fresh police complaint has been filed against filmmaker Anurag Kashyap at Oshiwara police station in Mumbai for hurting the sentiments of the Brahmin community. The complaint has been filed by Atish Tiwari, an RTI activist.
Manoj Muntashir Shukla slams Anurag Kashyap over alleged casteist remark
Mumbai, April 20: In a fiery response to filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's alleged casteist remarks, renowned lyricist and poet Manoj Muntashir Shukla has strongly condemned the filmmaker, accusing him of attacking the Brahmin community.
Nadda reflected official position of BJP: Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Nishikant Dubey's SC remark
Thiruvananthapuram, India, April 20: Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Sunday stated that BJP National President JP Nadda had clarified the party's official position on BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's controversial remarks about the Supreme Court.
Completely rejected: BJP distances itself from MPs' remarks on judiciary; Nadda issues warning
New Delhi, April 20: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has "completely rejected" and distanced itself from controversial remarks made by the party MP Nishikant Dubey and Dinesh Sharma on the Supreme Court and the Chief Justice of India.
DMK misleading students with lies: Union Minister L Murugan on opposition to NEET
Namakkal, April 19: Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs L. Murugan addressed the media following an interaction with NEET aspirants at a free coaching centre run by a voluntary organization in Namakkal district, Tamilnadu.
Maha Jain temple demolition: BMC shifts ward officer amid strong protest
Mumbai, April 19: The demolition of an ancient 90-year-old Jain temple at Vile Parle in Mumbai suburbs has evoked an angry reaction across the political parties, particularly among the members of the Jain community.
Himachal CM's aide clarifies on govt advertisements to National Herald
Shimla, April 19: Principal Media Advisor to the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister, Naresh Chauhan, on Saturday clarified over allegations of BJP legislator and Leader of Opposition, Jai Ram Thakur, pertaining to the release of Rs 2.34 crore in the shape of government advertisements to the National Herald newspaper.
Rashami Desai urges Urvashi Rautela to not play game in the name of religion
Mumbai, April 19: Popular television actress Rashami Desai has urged Urvashi Rautela to not play games in the name of religion after her controversial statement on the "Urvashi Temple".
'Janivara not only for Brahmins, but part of religious belief': Union Minister on sacred thread row
Hubballi,: April 19 (IANS) Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi said on Saturday that ‘Janivara’ (sacred thread) is not only worn by the Brahmins, but is a part of the religious belief system.
Undermining Marathi won't be tolerated: Supriya Sule on NEP
Pune, April 19: NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule on Saturday strongly opposed the MahaYuti government's decision to introduce Hindi as the third compulsory language in classes 1 to 5 in English and Marathi schools, saying it would not be tolerated.
Widespread corruption, complete breakdown of law, order in State: BJP's CR Kesavan hits back at CM MK Stalin
Chennai, April 19: Responding to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's statement that "Tamil Nadu will never yield to Delhi's administration," Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader CR Kesavan on Saturday said that Stalin's is "deliberately trying to divert attention" from the nationwide demand for the "dismissal" of Tamil Nadu Minister K Ponmudy for his "perverted" remarks.
Urvashi Rautela's team issues statement on 'temple' comment: 'Listen to this video properly and then speak'
Mumbai, April 19: After yet another snafu by Urvashi Rautela over her comment about having a “temple” in Uttarakhand, the actress's team has issued a statement urging people to “listen to the video properly.”
Hatred towards any language is inappropriate: Mayawati criticises row over language
Lucknow, April 19: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Saturday strongly criticised the ongoing disputes between the Centre and various state governments over key issues such as the national census, delimitation of constituencies, and language policy.