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Maharashtra has introduced major reforms to undergraduate medical and dental admissions by discontinuing institutional rounds in private colleges and shifting all admissions to the centralised CAP counselling process. The state has also imposed a two-year admission ban on candidates who fail to join seats allotted in the final round, aiming to curb seat blocking and improve transparency. The Maharashtra government has introduced sweeping changes to the undergraduate medical and dental admission process, bringing an end to institutional rounds in private colleges and making the Common Admission Process (CAP) the only route for admissions.The move is aimed at making admissions more…

Actor Imran Khan joined a protest in Mumbai on Wednesday to stand in solidarity with students demonstrating over the alleged NEET paper leak and other examination-related irregularities. His participation came a day after he strongly criticised the reported police action against protesters during the ‘Chalo Sansad’ march in Delhi.During the Mumbai protest, Imran was asked how he would respond to actors who choose to stay away from political discussions, arguing that art and politics should remain separate. The question was posed by an aspiring actor attending the march.Responding firmly, Imran rejected the idea that an artist can detach their work…

Sachin Tendulkar shares an emotional message on NEET protests. NEW DELHI: Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has spoken out on the nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak, calling on society to ensure that young people never lose faith in hard work and meritocracy.In a heartfelt post on X on Thursday, the batting great reflected on the values instilled in him by his late father, professor Ramesh Tendulkar, while expressing concern over the disappointment felt by students who believe their efforts have been undermined.”My father was a professor. He was a mentor and guide to many young students. One lesson that…

A surprise brood of six barn owlets has brought a welcome lift to a Cambridgeshire farm after a difficult summer. Discovered at Moor Farm, near Peterborough, the fluffy youngsters, estimated at 40 to 50 days old, were ringed on Thursday as part of ongoing local conservation efforts.For Moor Farm owner Judith Jacobs, the sight of the lively nest has felt like a small triumph. The farm endured a string of suspected arson attacks this year, and Jacob’s relief is palpable. “It’s very exciting as we had none last year… We try to encourage wildlife as much as we can,” she…

Hare Ram Pandey with his daughters On a cold December day in 2004, Hare Ram Pandey’s life changed forever. Walking through a forest near his home in Deoghar, Jharkhand, he heard the faint cries of a newborn baby. When he reached the spot, he found an infant girl lying alone, her tiny body covered in ants. Most people would have called the authorities and walked away. Pandey picked her up, rushed her to a hospital and refused to give up on her.”When I found this girl, she was in a very bad condition. There were ants all over her umbilical…

UTU cancels two semester exams after alleged paper leak The Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University (UTU), Dehradun, has cancelled two current semester examinations after an inquiry found that an external paper setter had allegedly shared questions with students before one of the papers. The decision affects students from 12 institutes affiliated with the university.The university has also debarred the faculty member from all examination-related work for seven years, while the college where he worked has terminated his services.Complaint led to inquiryThe controversy began after the university received a complaint regarding the Machine Learning for Internet of Things examination.In…

On Wednesday night, Salman Khan had spoken in the favour of the student protests against the NEET paper leak. He shared a childhood picture of himself and wrote, “It was such a peaceful movement, feel so sad that it had to take a violent turn. My heart goes out to the students and their families who were hurt. Paper leak is a very serious issue, and I am glad to know n see that the kids of our country have come together for a better educational system, and their parents supported them.” He also appreciated the stand taken by the…

The 2026 NFL schedule features all 32 teams, nine international games, key prime-time matchups and a Super Bowl LX rematch to open the season. (Image via Twitter) The NFL schedule 2026 begins with a Super Bowl LX rematch. The defending champion Seattle Seahawks host the New England Patriots on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.One night later, the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will play at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia. That matchup begins a record nine-game international 2026 NFL schedule spread across seven countries and four continents.Below is the complete regular-season…

Andy Burnham approves US use of UK bases for strikes on Iran Newly appointed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has approved the use of British military bases by the US for what the UK calls defensive strikes against Iran, Bloomberg reported. This is a continuation of the policy of his predecessor Keir Starmer as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.Starmer led a meeting of senior ministers and officials on Friday to discuss British policy following the resumption of US operations earlier this month, according to people familiar with the matter. Ministers decided to continue the existing policy…

IIM graduate Nandini Sethi’s ₹1.31 lakh monthly expense breakdown in Mumbai has sparked a fresh debate online about the city’s rising cost of living. The question of how much it really costs to live in Mumbai is once again being discussed across social media. This time, the conversation began after a corporate employee shared her monthly expense sheet online, revealing that she spent more than ₹1.31 lakh in just one month while living alone in the city.The post quickly grabbed attention as it detailed where the money went, including rent, furniture, household help, groceries, and transportation. Many users began comparing…