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Education Minister Atishi orders cancelling transfer of 5000 teachers

​​A circular titled 'Online requests for transfer of teaching staff of the Directorate of Education' directed all teachers who have served for more than 10 years in one school to compulsorily apply for a transfer.

Copenhagen-Delhi flight on Jun 30 cancelled due to operational, tech reasons: Air India

Air India's flight from Copenhagen to Delhi on June 30 was cancelled due to technical and operational reasons, leaving passengers stranded in Copenhagen. The airline assured that efforts were made to minimise inconvenience, with passengers being accommodated in hotels and offered full refund or rescheduling options. The revised schedule will be announced soon.

WestJet Airlines strike to continue until deal reached with mechanics, union says

Bret Oestreich, president of the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association, said the two sides will reconvene with a mediator on Sunday. The union represents around 680 workers at WestJet, including aircraft maintenance engineers, who went on strike Friday after 97% of its members rejected a pay deal reached in May. "All we want to do is to go back to the table," said Oestreich. "The strike will be in effect until we get an agreement."

Delhi airport T1 shutdown: Over 20 flights cancelled on Saturday

Following the roof collapse incident, the operations at T1 were suspended on Friday. The flights that were to be operated from the terminal have been shifted to Terminal 2 (T2) and Terminal 3 (T3). On Friday, Delhi airport operator DIAL said it has set up a technical committee to probe the roof collapse at the airport's Terminal 1.

Canadian airline WestJet cancels at least 150 flights following a surprise strike by mechanics union

The strike came after the federal government issued a ministerial order for binding arbitration on Thursday. That followed two weeks of turbulent discussions with the union on a new deal. On Thursday, WestJet said the union "confirmed they will abide by the direction. Given this, a strike or lockout will not occur, and the airline will no longer proceed in cancelling flights".

Delhi Airport Terminal Collapse: Operations halted at T1, at least 130 flights canceled

A canopy collapse at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 1 led to a suspension of operations, affecting 128 flights. Passengers were redirected to Terminals 2 and 3. The Civil Aviation Ministry set up a "war room" for crisis management. Authorities are investigating, with steps planned to prevent future incidents. Airlines and the airport are managing increased traffic at the remaining terminals.

1 dead, 6 injured as roof collapses at Delhi Airport; Terminal 1 sees 123 flight cancellations

At least one person was killed and six others injured after a portion of the roof in the departure area of Delhi airport's Terminal 1 collapsed amid record rain. The tubular structure crushed cars, including cabs, shutting off entry into the building and leaving passengers stranded. Flights to and from the terminal at Indira Gandhi International Airport, one of the busiest in the world, were cancelled.

Ensure there is no abnormal surge in airfares for Delhi flights, govt tells airlines

The civil aviation ministry has requested airlines to avoid an abnormal surge in airfares for flights to and from Delhi due to the suspension of operations at Delhi airport's Terminal 1 following a roof collapse incident. The closure has led to flight cancellations and operations being shifted to Terminals 2 and 3.

Delhi Airport Terminal 1 Roof Collapse: One killed, several injured, flights suspended; See pics

A portion of the roof at Delhi Aiport Terminal 1 collapsed on Friday amid incessant rains. The incident happened around 5 am at the departure area of Terminal 1 (T1) at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) amid heavy rains in the national capital. Upon receiving the information, around three fire tenders rushed to the spot.

NEET-PG exam postponement: 'Everything has been messed up', students narrate ordeal, question agency

UK's Manchester Airport cancels flights from two terminals after power cut

A significant number of flights, particularly from Terminals 1 and 2, were expected to be delayed or cancelled, a spokesperson said.

"How many people must have suffered losses because of you?": AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj after Centre postpones NEET-PG exam

AAP Minister questions Centre over NEET-PG exam postponement causing losses to people due to last-minute cancellation.

Cancellation of NEET-PG, UGC-NET "final nails" on an incompetent system, says Stalin

Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin criticizes cancellation of NEET-PG and UGC-NET exams, emphasizing the need for a fair selection process. The Union Health Ministry postpones NEET-PG exam due to integrity concerns.

NEET NET Result: Nearly 33 lakh students affected as govt agency fails the test

The Centre's handling of NEET and UGC-NET exams in 2024 has left nearly 33 lakh students affected due to alleged fraud and paper leak issues. Approximately 24 lakh science stream students preparing for NEET faced challenges including allegations of leaked papers and disputes over grace marks. Meanwhile, UGC-NET, traditionally a computer-based test (CBT) since 2018, unexpectedly shifted to a pen-paper format, leading to concerns about security and processing delays.

Shashi Tharoor wades into NEET, UGC-NET row: 'It shows something fundamentally rotten…'

UGC NET cancelled: Around 50 students detained while protesting; ABVP joins agitation

A large number of students, including members of political outfits such as the Students' Federation of India (SFI), All India Students Association (AISA), Democratic Students' Front (DSF), Krantikari Yuva Sangathan (KYS), and Congress-affiliated NSUI participated in the protest. RSS-affiliated Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) also staged protest on Delhi University's north campus and the Jawaharlal Nehru University.

NEET paper leak accused Anurag Yadav memorised paper all night, but scored only 185/720

Anurag Yadav, a Bihar candidate, admitted receiving leaked NEET papers from his uncle, a junior engineer, for the exam held at DY Patil School. His confession revealed his uncle's assurance that the exam was "sorted," leading to memorization overnight. Despite scoring 185/720 with disparities in subject percentiles, Yadav's case, alongside ₹40 lakh transactions for papers, underscores integrity concerns in NEET exams, despite NTA denials.

NEET cancelled or NET? Here's what education ministry said about new exam dates and all latest updates

The Ministry of Education addressed concerns over NTA-administered exams, including NEET-UG, JEE, CUET, and NET. Amid calls for NEET cancellation, confusion arose after UGC-NET's sudden cancellation. The Ministry cited integrity concerns from I4C, leading to UGC-NET's cancellation. NEET issues like grace marks and paper leaks in Bihar were discussed, with investigations ongoing. NTA, overseeing exams for over 1 crore candidates, adjusts processes based on feedback and past experiences.

UGC-NET cancelled: Why UGC-NET was cancelled; What will students do now? How is NET conducted?

Amid a raging row over the medical entrance exam NEET, the Union education ministry on Wednesday ordered the cancellation of the UGC-NET. This comes a day after the examination was conducted on June 18, amid a scorching heatwave in northwest India and incessant rains in eastern and southern parts of the country.

"When will NEET be cancelled?": Congress urges PM Modi to "take responsibility" for stopping paper leak

Indian National Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge in a post on X referred to the cancellation of the University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) as a "victory of spirit" of millions of students.

Travel Insurance: What you need to know before you plan your next international trip

Travel insurance provides coverage for travel risks, including medical support, flight cancellations, and emergency evacuation. It is not always mandatory but advisable for international travel. Policies include trip-wise insurance and group travel insurance.

Sealdah station upgrades disrupt train services for second day, passengers face hardship

Passengers experienced significant disruptions for the second consecutive day on Saturday as numerous suburban trains were canceled or short-terminated due to infrastructure upgrades at Sealdah station. An Eastern Railway official reported that 80 local trains were cancelled, and 147 suburban train services were short-terminated or short-originated to facilitate platform length extensions and an electronic interlocking system upgrade from Friday to Sunday afternoon.

Indian Railway train ticket booking: MakeMyTrip, Ixigo offer options to book tickets with zero-cancellation charge

Railway ticket cancellation costs are higher if the e-ticket is cancelled when departure time is less than 48 hours. However if the e-ticket is cancelled when more than 48 hours remain from the train's departure time then the cancellation cost is standard. However apps like MakeMyTrip and Ixigo have launched zero cancellation charge policy if some additional money is paid while booking the train ticket.