The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recently released the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the implementation of the National Credit Framework (NCrF), which outlines a new system for allocating academic credits based on different types of learning activities. This framework aims to standardize the credit allocation process across higher education institutions in India, thereby enhancing…
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted extensive and potentially very heavy rainfall across India over the coming seven days. The Northeast and Western Himalayan regions are expected to experience significant rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning throughout the week. Similar weather conditions are anticipated in Eastern India for the next 3-4 days. Conversely, Peninsular…
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New Delhi , 8 August , 2024 – Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Shri Rammohan Naidu, has engaged in detailed discussions with YouTube Global Head, Mr. Neel Mohan,Google Asia Pacific Region Head, Mr. Sanjay Gupta, MD -government Affairs,Sreenivas Reddy, and Global VP for Youtube Government Affairs,Lesslie Miller in New Delhi today. The Minister has aimed…
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The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 is set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha today by Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju. This bill aims to amend the Waqf Act of 1995, focusing on improving the powers and functioning of State Waqf Boards, as well as addressing issues related to the registration and survey of Waqf…
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Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty made headlines on Wednesday for her remarks on Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024. Speaking outside Parliament, Murty responded to questions about Phogat’s disqualification by saying, “It happens,” a comment that has sparked criticism from some corners of the internet. Many social media users and sports enthusiasts found…
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The political landscape in Bangladesh has undergone a significant shift with the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. She fled to India following intense and violent student protests against the quota system, which led to her decision. The Bangladesh Army chief announced the formation of a new interim government, which will be led by…
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Former West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee passed away in Kolkata at the age of 80 today. Bhattacharjee had been suffering from various ailments, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other age-related health issues, which had severely impacted his health in recent years. Bhattacharjee, a stalwart of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), served…
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New Delhi August 8 2024 : The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has maintained the repo rate at 6.5% for the ninth consecutive time, amid concerns over rising food inflation. The decision was announced during the RBI’s latest monetary policy meeting. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das stated that while inflation has been…
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The government has reported that one crore 48 lakh candidates have been trained under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) to date. Launched in 2015, the scheme aims to provide skill development training to youth across the country. During the question hour in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship…
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The Ministry of External Affairs (EAM) has issued a recommendation urging Indian nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Libya. This recommendation comes after a previous travel ban, which was imposed on May 23, 2016, for Indian nationals traveling to Libya. The recent adjustment of the travel restrictions follows a thorough evaluation of the current situation…
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