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Bengal school job case: CBI probes why WBSSC infrastructure not used to preserve OMR sheet scans

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) sleuths probing the multi-crore cash-for-school job case are now probing why the available infrastructure of West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) was not used in preserving the "scanned" or "mirror" images of the optimal mark recognition (OMR) sheets used in the written examination for appointments for teaching and non-teaching jobs in state-run schools in 2016.

Apr 14, 2025

Budgam Payment Scam: NC MP Aga Ruhullah Alleges Political Vendetta After ACB Chargesheet Against Parliamentarian

After the Anti-Corruption Bureau filed a chargesheet against 22 individuals—including National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah—in the Budgam land compensation fraud case, the Srinagar parliamentarian alleged that the move was politically motivated.

Apr 14, 2025

Aircraft crashes in US, third in three days

In a troubling span of 72 hours, the United States has witnessed three separate aircraft crashes -- two in New York and one in Florida -- resulting in multiple fatalities and renewed scrutiny of aviation safety across the country.

Apr 13, 2025

Karnataka caste census report says Muslim population is 18.08 pc, recommends 8 pc reservation

The controversial caste census report submitted by the Backward Classes Commission to the Congress-led government in Karnataka has pegged the Muslim population in the state at 18.08 per cent and recommends 8 per cent reservation for the community, sources confirmed on Sunday.

Apr 13, 2025

PM Modi inaugurates India's first vertical-lift sea bridge at TN's Rameswaram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, inaugurated the New Pamban Railway Bridge at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram district, marking a significant milestone in India's infrastructure development.

Apr 13, 2025

J&K's Fraudulent Payment Scam: Compensation Paid for 107 Kanals, Actual Land Only 7 Kanals

The Anti-Corruption Bureau of J&K files a chargesheet against erring officers/officials. Retired LAWDA collectors, revenue officials, and 16 beneficiaries accused of fraudulent land record tampering to siphon off public funds.

Apr 12, 2025

On Ambedkar Jayanti, PM Modi to launch Hisar-Ayodhya flight during Haryana visit

On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Haryana on April 14. He will travel to Hisar and at around 10:15 a.m., he will flag off a commercial flight from Hisar to Ayodhya and lay the foundation stone for the new terminal building of Hisar airport. He will also address a public meeting.

Apr 12, 2025

Who was Saifullah? JeM Commander killed in Kishtwar after three-year manhunt

In a significant success for security forces, Saifullah—a self-styled commander of the proscribed terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM)—was killed in a fierce encounter in the Chatroo area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district. Dodging security agencies for over three years, Saifullah was behind multiple deadly attacks on security forces and civilians in Kishtwar, Doda, Udhampur, and Kathua.

Apr 12, 2025

Don't restrict Chhatrapati Shivaji to Maha, every Indian should be taught about him: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj should not be restricted to Maharashtra and every Indian should be taught about the founder of the Maratha empire, who is an ideal of service to the motherland and good governance.

Apr 12, 2025

Five killed as car plunges into river in Uttarakhand's Devprayag

In a tragic incident, five members of a family lost their lives after a car plunged into a river in Devprayag, located in Uttarakhand's Tehri district, on Saturday, officials said.

Apr 12, 2025

No one is alone in India: PM Modi to divyang man whose daughter got treatment under PM-JAY

A divyang (specially-abled) man from Rajkot, Vipul Pitroda, experienced a heartwarming moment when Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally responded to a letter he had written, expressing gratitude for the life-saving treatment his daughter received under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY).

Apr 12, 2025

Landmark verdict: SC brings President under judicial review, sets three-month timeframe for assent to Bills

While resolving a vexed constitutional situation in Tamil Nadu, the Supreme Court (SC0 is believed to have set a three-month deadline for Presidential and gubernatorial assent to bills passed by the legislature for the second time - a decision sparking an outcry over possible 'judicial outreach' by seeking to bring Presidential actions under judicial review.

Apr 12, 2025

India will always work within WTO framework but reforms essential says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal

India will always work within the World Trade Organisation (WTO) framework but WTO reforms are essential, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, has said, adding that the country remains committed to multilateralism.

Apr 12, 2025

HC slams "dirty overreach" in IIM Rohtak case; blocks govt's suspension push

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has stayed government action against IIM Rohtak's Director, sharply criticizing the Ministry's procedural overreach and raising concerns over academic autonomy.

Apr 11, 2025

Who is Farida Dar? Hardcore separatist leader shuns separatism, pledges allegiance to India

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the decision of separatist groups to join the mainstream marks a victory for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision. He noted that 12 Hurriyat-linked organizations have broken away from secessionism and placed their trust in the Constitution of India.

Apr 11, 2025