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Government takes guard against Kanyashree portal

After a series of incidents regarding tablet money being channeled to other accounts, under the Taruner Swapna scheme, the state government has asked all the districts to put in place several technical safeguards to protect the money under the Kanyashree scheme.

IIT Kharagpur launches startup accelerator programme

In a landmark initiative to ignite innovation and foster entrepreneurship, the Rajendra Mishra School of Engineering Entrepreneurship at IIT Kharagpur has partnered with z21 Ventures, an early-stage, operator-led venture capital firm established by IIT Kharagpur alumni.

Bengal-J'khand border sealed to halt unscrupulous potato traders

The state government prevented movement of potato-laden trucks through the interstate border

SI Meghnad Mondal promoted as OC of Andal PS

Sub-inspector Meghnad Mondal of Sripur police outpost in Jamuria has been rewarded and promoted as the new officer in-charge of Andal police station.

Minister's push for Misti Hub in N Bengal

Arup Roy, the minister in charge of food processing industries and horticulture, has instructed officials to initiate plans for establishing a Misti Hub to showcase the finest sweets from north Bengal.

State's first green road in East Burdwan

After having the state's first blue road, East Burdwan now has a green road, a pioneering effort in Bengal, which is now set to be opened for public use.

BSF intercepts Bangladeshi Woman Crossing border

Amid rising tensions in Bangladesh, reports suggest that some individuals are attempting to cross the India-Bangladesh border illegally, seeking to settle in India.

Counting of votes for Maha, J'khand today

The counting across all the centres in both the states will begin at 8am

Delhi pollution: SC orders govt, police to set up 113 checkposts

Expressing dissatisfaction with the steps taken to control and combat toxic air pollution in the national capital, the Supreme Court on Friday directed the Delhi government and police to immediately set up checkpoints at all 113 entry points to the city to monitor the entry of trucks carrying only essential supplies.

Canada denies linking PM Modi, Jaishankar, Doval with Nijjar killing

Canada has denied media reports suggesting that it sought to link Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval with the killing of 'Khalistan' supporter Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Pat Cummins Affirms Australia Prepared To Face India In Perth

Australia captain Pat Cummins exuded confidence in his side's preparations and brushed away concerns of going against new faces in the Indian camp because of a sense of "familiarity".

Bumrah Opens Up On Test Captaincy Ambitions Ahead Of BGT Opener In Perth

Battle lines drawn for epic contest, India, Australia set to renew rivalry with WTC final berth up for grabs

Revolutionising cardiac care with a leadless pacemaker

Cardio health continues to be one of the most pressing concerns in global healthcare.

Above politics

SIR, On Monday, Delhi witnessed an average AQI of 488, with some areas reporting over 1,000.

Why mind cultivation is essential foundation for Bhutan's Mindfulness City

The answer lies not merely in the architecture, green spaces, advanced infrastructure or people, but in its inhabitants' mindset or cultivation of mind.

India strengthens defence ties with US, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held bilateral meetings with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin, South Korean Minister of National Defence Kim Yong Hyun, Australian Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy, and New Zealand Defence Minister Judith Collins during the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting (ADMM)Plus in Vientiane, Lao PDR.

Result of UP Police constable recruitment exam declared

The result of the written examination for the largest constable recruitment in the history of Uttar Pradesh was announced here on Thursday.

Opposition seeks extension of duration of Parl panel on Waqf Bill

The Joint Parliamentary Committee on Thursday held a stormy meeting on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill at which Opposition members demanded the extension of the duration of the highpowered panel.

BGT 2024-25: India, Aus set to renew rivalry in Perth with one eye on WTC final

As riveting as it always is, a Test series between India and Australia can be best summarised by simple oneliner apprentices turning master, boys becoming men, and some nastiness.'

USA indicts Gautam Adani for $265 mn bribery scheme

The AdaniGroup rejected the chargesas baseless, said it will pursue all possible legal recourse

Opposition seeks extension of duration of Parl panel on Waqf Bill

The Joint Parliamentary Committee on Thursday held a stormy meeting on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill at which Opposition members demanded the extension of the tenure of the high-powered panel.

Mental and physical freshness is key to perform well against India, says Ponting

Australia great Ricky Ponting reflected on the challenges of preparing for a high-stakes series like the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, emphasising mental clarity over excessive match practice and said that performing in the series will be more about \"making sure you're nice and fresh mentally and physically.\"

Perth curator aims for °r0ck hard, pitch despite rain challenges

Perth's unusual weather has thrown a curve all at WACA head curator Isaac Mc Donald, who is working against time to prepare the pitch for the highly anticipated first Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

Padikkal excited after joining Indian Test squad in Australia

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that left-handed batter Devdutt Padikkal has been added to the Indian team ahead of the first Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.

Shastri picks Jadeja as key spinner for India in first Test

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has picked Ravindra Jadeja as the key spinner for the visitors in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener Test against Australia in Perth.

F1 star Hamilton opens up on frayed ties with Mercedes

Lewis Hamilton has admitted that he briefly considered walking away from Mercedes before the season's conclusion following a disappointing Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

Davis Cup: AJtmaier, Struff on song as Germany charge into last-eight stage

Jan-Lennard Struff and Daniel Altmaier won their respective matches as Germany defeated Canada 2-0 to storm into the semifinals for the Davis Cup Hnals.

Nick Kyrgios disappointed with 'bland' modern tennis

As Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios prepares to step back onto the court after a two-year injury hiatus, he has said that modern tennis is a bit \"bland at the moment\" as new crop of players are each other's best mates.

China Masters: Sindhu, Anupama crash out after losing second-round matches

PV Sindhu's poor form continues as she has failed to reach quarterfinals in the seventh consecutive tournament in 2024

Women's Asian Champions Trophy triumph will inspire more girls to take up hockey: Salima Tete

The Indian Women's Hockey Team secured the Bihar Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) Rajgir 2024 title on Wednesday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over China in the final.