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Plot Skills Map Before Reforming Higher Edu

INDIAN students studying abroad are getting increasingly caught in geopolitical crossfires. A few years ago, thousands of students had to be repatriated from places as far-flung as Beijing and Canada. It depended on diplomatic prowess when Justin Trudeau followed by Donald Trump won their second terms.

1989-batch IAS Pankaj Joshi new chief secy

THE Gujarat government has officially appointed IAS officer Pankaj Joshi as the state’s new Chief Secretary, ending months of speculation about leadership succession.

Oppn MPs suspended for a day from Waqf panel

The meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf Amendment Bill witnessed unruly scenes on Friday after 10 Opposition MPs were suspended for a day amid accusations against chairman Jagdambika Pal of being partisan during the meeting.

Job security for ICC members important: SC

THE Supreme Court on Friday termed the plea for job security for members of Internal Complaints Committees (ICC) in private sector companies dealing with workplace sexual harassment as “important” and asked the Solicitor General of India for assistance.

Thakur takes on AAP, calls ruling party 'anti-women'

WITH less than two weeks left for the Delhi Assembly elections, BJP MP Anurag Thakur Friday launched a scathing attack on the ruling AAP, calling it a \"mahila virodi\" (anti-women) party.

Max temp touches 23.7 °C, air quality 'moderate'

THE city woke up to a thin layer of fog on Friday morning as the foggy weather again led to extended flight delays at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, causing inconvenience to air travellers.

Israel to miss deadline to withdraw from Lebanon

ISRAEL announced on Friday that the withdrawal of its forces from southern Lebanon would continue beyond the 60day period stipulated in a November ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah.

After AAP, now Punjab Cong adds muscle to party's capital campaign

Not only are the 300 leaders of Punjab AAP campaigning for their party candidates in the national capital, but the Punjab Congress has also mobilised its leadership, with approximately 250 members actively canvassing and criticising the ruling party in Delhi.

Field appraisal finds gaps? Negative mark for cities in Swachh Survekshan

With an aim to make a robust mechanism for recognising efforts for sanitation improvement across states under annual Swachh Survekshan, the ministry of housing and urban affairs (MoHUA) will penalise authorities if details of progress claimed don't match with field assessment.

Police issue traffic advisory for R-Day celebrations

DELHI Police has issued a traffic advisory for Republic Day celebrations informing commuters about the restrictions and diversions of traffic on several stretches of the city ahead of the R-Day parade.

IIT launches innovation centre in tie-up with B'luru institute

The Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) of IIT Delhi, i.e. IHFC, is collaborating with ten prestigious Institutes in India to establish Co-Innovation Centres (CIC).

EC rate card: ₹35/plate for chole bhature & ₹6/tea

AHEAD of the polls, the Election Commission (EC) has outlined the maximum rates that candidates can spend on various items for their campaign activities. These rates vary by district, with South Delhi and Central Delhi having their own specific prices.

Domestic violence: HC denies bail to woman accused of assaulting husband

THE high court recently emphasised the principle that gender cannot dictate leniency in cases of domestic violence, asserting that men, too, can be victims of cruelty in marital relationships.

HALT COW VIGILANTISM AND CATTLE TARGETING

TWO incidents of maiming, stealing and butchering cows in Karnataka have emerged as a threat to communal harmony even as cow vigilantism continues to be major menace in different parts of the country.

T'gana seals deals at Davos, AWS to invest ₹60K cr

THE Telangana government's delegation to the World Economic Forum in Davos secured investment commitments to the tune of ₹1,78,950 crore, which could create nearly 50,000 jobs in the state.

'Unaware of Lokayukta clean chit in MUDA case'

HC had asked anti-graft body to submit report on Siddaramaiah role

THE EAGLE STAYS IN STARING CONTEST WITH THE BEAR

Given the postures Trump and Putin struck this week, a thaw in US-Russia relations is unlikely anytime soon. Trump is not intent on jettisoning US claims to global hegemony

Apple or Android phones: Notices issued to Uber, Ola over price disparity

THE Centre has issued notices to Ola and Uber over complaints that they were charging different prices from customers depending on whether the booking was from an iPhone or an Android smartphone.

SAD ignoring Akal Takht edict in full, triggers Punjab uproar

SGPC members demand action against the party leadership for not complying Takht order

Global leaders call for action on AI

LEADERS from various countries called for action on artificial intelligence and reforms as they brainstormed here during the five-day World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, which ends on Friday.

Kejriwal's car attacked in Hari Nagar, alleges AAP

AAM Aadmi Party (AAP) has alleged that the security of its national convener, Arvind Kejriwal, was once again compromised during a 'Jan Sabha' in Hari Nagar, where his vehicle was attacked by associates of the opposition candidate in the presence of police.

Spin it to win it: Varun growing in stature

Gambhir and other leaders in the team has propelled spinner to be more attacking, says former India pacer Balaji

A Mirror of Life

At the 'Expanding Horizons' exhibition, 19 artists present works exploring themes of urbanisation, climate change, tradition, and identity

Punjab cops withdrawn from security details of Kejriwal

The Punjab Police has withdrawn its personnel from former chief minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal's security cover after the Delhi Police raised an objection and took the matter to the Election Commission.

Rising unsecured loans may pose NPA risks in FY26

THE rising stress levels in unsecured retail loan books of banks can spiral out of control and create asset quality risks this fiscal to the tune of 25% over the past fiscal's level, an international rating agency has warned.

MoD Okays Mazagon Dock Bid for P75 Submarines

In a move to add underwater combat capabilities to the Indian Navy, the Centre has identified the manufacturers of the Project 75 India (P-75 I), under which conventional submarines are to be manufactured in India with support from foreign original equipment manufacturers (OEM).

Markram and Jansen sizzle

AIDEN Markram and Marco Jansen combined to give Sunrisers Eastern Cape a 52-run win over Pretoria Capitals in their SA20 league stage encounter at Gqeberha on Wednesday.

WHY COMMON LAW IS SCEPTICAL OF PHILOSOPHY

AT last November's F A Mann Lecture, Justice Philip Sales of the UK Supreme Court offered a compelling philosophical framework for understanding how purpose shapes the creation and interpretation of law.

Cops Not Taking Action on Threats to AAP Workers: CM's Fresh Letter to EC

The local police are trying to hush up the case of BJP candidate Ramesh Bidhuri and his nephews threatening and assaulting AAP workers and supporters, AAP candidate from Kalkaji and Delhi CM Atishi has alleged in her letter to the Election Commission.

Party-hoppers in spotlight as capital gears up for polls

THE Delhi Assembly elections will test the fortunes of several party-hoppers, as the AAP, BJP, and Congress have fielded 21 candidates who recently switched sides.