TRIVENI GIRLS HOSTEL INAUGURATION
PM to open Commanders' Conclave
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Combined Commanders Conference in Kolkata next week, marking the first edition after Op Sindoor. The conference, centered around the theme 'Year of Reforms - Transforming for the Future,' will host key figures including the Defence Minister, National Security Advisor, and Chief of Defence Staff, alongside officers from the three Services.
PM Modi to inaugurate textile park in MP's Dhar district on September 17
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate a textile park in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district on September 17, coinciding with his 75th birthday. This marks his second birthday visit to the state, following the cheetah release at Kuno National Park in 2022. The PM MITRA Park inauguration will be accompanied by his participation in a 'seva pakhwada' program.
PM Modi to inaugurate 3-day armed forces' combined commanders' conference in Kolkata on September 15
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate a three-day combined commanders' conference of the armed forces in Kolkata on September 15. The conference, centered around the theme 'Year of Reforms - Transforming for the Future', will address reforms, transformation, operational preparedness, and technological modernization.
She nearly died at 10. After 20 years, she returned and gifted a pen to thank CMC Vellore doctor who had saved her life
A Hyderabad doctor, Sudhir Kumar, shares a touching story. He recalls treating a young girl with viral encephalitis. The girl recovered after intensive care. Twenty years later, she returned. Now a software engineer, she thanked Dr. Kumar. She gifted him a fountain pen. This gesture symbolized hope for future patients. The doctor reflects on the impact of saving lives.
How to stay ahead of everyone else by (not-so-simply) using your head
From sun hats at Wimbledon to MAGA caps at rallies, headwear is making a statement this season. Alia Bhatt's bandana-lehenga combo highlights the bandana's unexpected couture moment. Beyond sun protection, these accessories signal status and identity. The sun hat embodies effortless wealth, while the MAGA cap represents populist aggression.
BJP leader moves Karnataka HC against govt's invitation to Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate Mysuru Dasara
BJP leader Prathap Simha has petitioned the Karnataka High Court, seeking a stay on the state government's invitation to Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate Mysuru Dasara. Simha alleges the decision was unilateral and disregards stakeholders, citing Mushtaq's past statements perceived as anti-Hindu, potentially disrupting communal harmony. The controversy revolves around respecting religious sentiments and Dasara's traditions.
Merz inaugurates supercomputer, says Europe can catch up in AI race
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz inaugurated Europe’s fastest supercomputer, Jupiter, in Juelich, Germany, stressing Europe’s potential to catch up in the global AI race.
Against Islam: Ashoka emblem at J&K's Hazratbal shrine sparks controversy
A controversy erupted over the engraving of the national emblem on the renovation plaque at Hazratbal Shrine. Locals and political leaders opposed the emblem. They cited Islamic principles against figures in religious places. Devotees criticized the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board. They deemed the inscription insensitive. Tanvir Sadiq stated the emblem contradicts Islamic monotheism.
Agra man sentenced to 20 years prison for raping his minor niece
In Agra, a 25-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by a special Pocso court for raping his seven-year-old niece in January 2022. The conviction relied on the survivor's testimony and medical evidence. The girl's parents initially tried to silence her and her mother, but the mother eventually reported the crime to the police after 40 days.
After Afghanistan earthquake, many male rescuers aided men but not women
An earthquake in Afghanistan revealed gender inequality. Rescue efforts prioritized men. Women were often left unattended. Cultural norms restricted male rescuers from helping women. There was a shortage of female healthcare workers. The Taliban's restrictions on women worsened the situation. Aid groups are calling for a gender-sensitive response. Many women felt invisible during the crisis.
BITS Pilani Goa student found dead in hostel room; fifth death in 10 months
On Thursday morning, when Rishi did not respond to their calls, his parents rushed to the hostel along with the staff and found him dead in his room, police said. Verna police inspector Anand Shirodkar confirmed that Rishi had been on anti-depressant pills. “We found vomit in Rishi’s room,” he said, adding that the police were awaiting the postmortem examination report to ascertain whether he had died by suicide or due to overconsumption of the tablets.
Jessica Aber cause of death: Ex-Attorney who resigned on Donald Trump's Inauguration Day dies of epilepsy? Check symptoms, treatment
Jessica Aber made headlines for handling high-profile cases before her death at 43 earlier this year.
Actress made 40 oiled braids, carried books in a bucket during DU’s Lady Irwin College ragging days. Chitrangda Singh reveals how it led her to Bollywood
Bollywood actress Chitrangda Singh once opened up about her college ragging experience. She studied at Lady Irwin College in Delhi. Chitrangda described bizarre hostel traditions. Juniors had to wear inside-out salwar-kameez. Handbags were banned. Books were carried in buckets. The infamous "40 chotis" rule existed. Read on!
Magsaysay Award for 'Educate Girls' a historic moment for India: Non-profit's founder Safeena Husain
Educate Girls, an Indian non-profit, has been awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award. It is the first Indian organisation to receive this honour. The award recognises the organisation's work in girls' education. Safeena Husain, the founder, highlights the movement's impact. Educate Girls aims to reach 10 million learners. The organisation started in Rajasthan.
Indian non-profit working for girls' education among winners of Magsaysay Award for 2025
The Indian non-profit 'Educate Girls' has been awarded the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award for its dedication to educating out-of-school girls in remote villages. Safeena Husain founded the organization in 2007, focusing on addressing cultural stereotypes and empowering girls through education. Shaahina Ali from the Maldives and Flaviano Antonio L Villanueva from the Philippines are also among the awardees.
9 stocks to trade ex-dividend on Monday. Last chance to buy for eligibility
Investors eyeing dividend payouts should note that today is the ex-dividend date for nine companies, including Alivus Life Sciences with a Rs 5 per share dividend. Other notable companies like Triveni Engineering and Triveni Turbine are also offering dividends. To be eligible for these payouts, investors must hold the stocks before today's trading close.
Fee hike, hostels, women safety, concessional metro passes key issues in DUSU polls
Delhi University Student Union elections are approaching. Student groups are campaigning on key issues. These include fee increases and lack of housing. Campus security is also a concern. Student groups like ABVP, NSUI, AISA and SFI are contesting. ABVP is gathering student input for its manifesto. NSUI highlights long-standing issues. Left-affiliated groups prioritize ending certain courses and ensuring metro passes.
Kerala's first transgender students' hostel opened
Kerala's Mahatma Gandhi University has inaugurated the state's first hostel exclusively for transgender students, a significant step towards inclusivity in higher education. Social Justice Minister R Bindhu highlighted the increasing number of transgender students pursuing higher education and emphasized the importance of social support for the marginalized community.
Govt's focus is on creating maximum job opportunities, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized his government's commitment to generating maximum employment for the youth through initiatives like Skill India Mission, Start Up India, and Mudra Yojana. He urged youngsters to support self-reliance by embracing indigenous products. Modi highlighted the National Education Policy's focus on skill development, positioning India to provide skilled manpower to the world.
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