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NEET exam row: Pradhan slams Cong, says it wants to run away from discussion in Parliament
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized the Congress on Saturday, accusing it of wanting to avoid a discussion in Parliament over the NEET exam issue. This statement follows Rahul Gandhi's request to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a respectful and thorough discussion in Parliament on the alleged irregularities in the conduct of the NEET exam.
"Disappointing...": BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar on NEET UG exam issue
BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar expressed disappointment over students being disadvantaged in the NEET UG exams but praised the government's steps to ensure exam integrity. The NTA, which conducted the exams, faced criticism for alleged irregularities. The Ministry of Education formed a high-level committee, led by Dr K. Radhakrishnan, to recommend reforms for transparent and fair exam conduct, data security, and NTA functioning. The committee will submit its report in two months.
Education ministry sets up high level panel led by former ISRO chairman Dr. K. Radhakrishnan to oversee NTA ops
The Ministry of Education has constituted a high-level committee led by former ISRO chairman Dr. K. Radhakrishnan to address issues with the National Testing Agency (NTA) due to lapses in multiple examinations, focusing on reforming the examination process and improving data security protocols.
Mend, don't throw away the safety NTA
Fixing NTA will also require regaining public trust. The committee must engage with stakeholders as well as experts, who can provide guidance on creating fail safes to localise and minimise impacts should the system be breached. Options for leveraging technology to improve the process and system - drawing on successful practices of similar organisations like ETS in the US - should be on the agenda.
"Total incompetence...": Jairam Ramesh on NEET-PG exam postponement
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, attributing frequent exam cancellations to his "total incompetence" and that of his associates. The NEET-PG exam, scheduled for June 23, was postponed due to concerns over exam integrity. The Health Ministry announced the postponement to review the exam processes. Allegations of irregularities in NEET-UG exams, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), led to protests and demands for NTA's disbandment. A 7-member committee, led by Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, will recommend reforms in exam processes and data security within two months.
Kerala Minister Radhakrishnan quits; signs historic order before handing over resignation
K Radhakrishnan, the lone LDF candidate to win from Kerala in the recent Lok Sabha polls, resigned as state Minister. He quit as the Kerala Minister for Devaswom and Welfare of SC, ST and Backward Classes and Parliamentary Affairs after winning from Alathur constituency.
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Coimbatore Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: BJP's K Annamalai trails behind DMK's Ganapathi Ramachandran
Coimbatore Election Result 2024: Amidst a heated electoral battle in western Tamil Nadu, Coimbatore witnesses a tight race in 2024. Key contenders include K. Annamalai (BJP), Ganapathi P. Rajkumar (DMK), Singai G. Ramachandran (AIADMK), and Kalamani Jeganathan (NTK). Annamalai trails behind DMK's Ramachandran. The constituency's political significance is underscored by its pivotal role in Tamil Nadu's broader political landscape.
Will BJP's big bet on former IPS officer, Annamalai, pay dividends in Coimbatore?
In the unique political landscape of Coimbatore, BJP stakes its claim with the nomination of K Annamalai, aiming to leverage the region's north Indian migrant population. However, facing staunch opposition from DMK and AIADMK, BJP navigates challenges including a lack of grassroots support. Annamalai's promises of industrial growth under Modi's leadership resonate, but the outcome remains uncertain amidst deep-seated caste sentiments and electoral history.
Coimbatore Lok Sabha constituency: BJP's K Annamalai to face DMK's Ganapathy Rajkumar, AIADMK's Singai Ramachandran; voting on April 19
Coimbatore Lok Sabha seat witnesses high-stakes battle with K Annamalai, Ganapathy P Rajkumar, and Singai Ramachandran. Promises include IIM, NIA, NCB offices, and mobile food vans. PM Modi conducts roadshow.
Kanniyakumari: Second generation Congress MP versus BJP veteran of 10 battles
That has been the case in Kanniyakumari constituency (Nagercoil constituency until 2009) all through, with Congress remaining the most dominant force, with a long string of victories and BJP emerging as the main challenger with two wins -- in 1999 in alliance with DMK and in 2014 without the prop of either DMK or AIADMK, thus making Kanniyakumari a rare oasis for the party in its long electoral drought in Tamil Nadu. When PM Modi launched his ambitious South push via Tamil Nadu this time, he chose to hit Kanniyakumari right in mid-March with a rally.
Rahul Gandhi, Shashi Tharoor, Annie Raja, K Sudhakaran file nominations in Kerala for LS polls
Kerala will go to polls on April 26. Sitting Congress MPs Rajmohan Unnithan and Benny Behannan, who will contest again from Kasaragod and Chalakudy, respectively, CPI (M) nominee in Ernakulam constituency K J Shine and LDF candidate in Ponnani K S Hamsa also filed the nominations today morning.
BJP candidate pitted against Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad has 242 cases against him
BJP's state chief K Surendran, contesting against Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad, and Ernakulam candidate K S Radhakrishnan face 242 and 211 criminal cases, respectively, primarily stemming from Sabarimala protests. Surendran disclosed his cases in the party's publication, as required by law. BJP's national general secretary tweeted details of their cases, emphasizing the challenges faced by nationalists.
BJP alleges Tamil Nadu minister used expletive against PM Modi
Tamil Nadu BJP accuses state Fisheries Minister Anitha Radhakrishnan of using an expletive against PM Modi, seeks action from police and Election Commission. BJP condemns DMK leaders' behavior as 'uncouth,' demands dismissal of minister and action against MP Kanimozhi. Video clip shared as evidence.
"Kejriwal is an ideology...battle has begun": AAP after Arvind Kejriwal's arrest
Arvind Kejriwal arrest news: "If the BJP thinks that they can finish the Aam Aadmi Party and threaten the entire Opposition by arresting Arvind Kejriwal, then they are wrong...A battle has begun. We have decided that we will stage a protest at the BJP headquarters at 10 am...,"Gopal Rai said.
Tamilisai Soundararajan rejoins BJP in Tamil Nadu after resigning as Telangana Governor
Tamilisai Soundararajan, who recently resigned as the Governor of Telangana, has rejoined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Tamil Nadu. She expressed her desire to contest polls and return to active politics. President Droupadi Murmu accepted her resignation and appointed C P Radhakrishnan to discharge the duties of the Governor of Telangana and Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry. Soundararajan's move comes ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, as political parties gear up for the electoral battle.
Tamil Nadu is BJP's new election frontier. Can it make a mark?
The BJP aims to overcome historical struggles in Tamil Nadu by winning 370 seats in Lok Sabha elections. The party faces challenges in southern states but is strategizing alliances to gain a wider presence and strengthen its support base through aggressive campaigns and the 'En Mann En Makkal yatra' led by K. Annamalai. The BJP hopes to find traction in Tamil Nadu this time to be able to shake off the tag of a north Indian party.
China flag on rocket a mistake: Tamil Nadu Minister Anitha Radhakrishnan
The controversy erupted following a newspaper advertisement by the DMK government promoting the laying of the foundation stone for ISRO's second launch pad complex in Kulsekarapatinam, which showcased a 'China flag' among rockets from other countries in the background.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin's minister accepts 'small mistake' of Chinese flag after PM Modi's rebuke
Tamil Nadu's DMK minister acknowledged an error in an advertisement displaying a Chinese flag at a new ISRO facility, following Prime Minister Modi's rebuke. Modi criticized the DMK government for allegedly claiming undeserved credit. BJP accused DMK of pro-China sentiments. In response, DMK MP defended the party, citing India's nuanced relationship with China.
CPI(M) announces candidates for 15 LS seats in Kerala, four sitting MLAs to contest
In a notable move, the Left party nominated four of its sitting MLAs, including Devaswom Minister K Radhakrishnan, to contest in key constituencies. Thomas Isaac and Shailaja, both political heavyweights, are set to try their luck in the coming general elections. Actor-turned MLA Mukesh and V Joy have also been chosen to contest the LS polls.
Bharat Ratna for L K Advani, Karpoori Thakur to take recipient count to 50
Bharat Ratna awarded to L K Advani and Karpoori Thakur, taking the total recipients to 50. Previous recipients include Pranab Mukherjee, Bhupendra Kumar Hazarika, Nanaji Deshmukh, and many more. Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award, awarded for exceptional service or performance in any field. The award was not given between 2020 and 2023. Recommendations for Bharat Ratna are made by the prime minister to the president. The number of awards is restricted to a maximum of three per year.
Volume ramp up, robust supply chain: What Bajaj and TVS can do to make EV biz count
Margin gains and volume share within the overall product portfolio of EVs are still small. And the EV production lines of the ICE OEMs continue to run from the profits they make by selling petrol scooters and motorcycles. This was despite subsidies which have been available under the government’s FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles) scheme, the second edition of which ends in March this year.
Kesoram aims at scaling up operations to refinance debt, return to profitability
The B K Birla Group company, which has now become a pure cement company after it demerged the tyres and rayon business, was looking at raising Rs 60 crore this fiscal by hiving off its 21 acres of land belonging to Hindustan Heavy Chemicals in West Bengal's Khardaha, as part of raising resources by disposing of non-core assets.
Kerala government adopts divine route to fight climate change
The government of Kerala has implemented a project to improve the green cover and water resources of more than 3,000 temples managed by five Devaswom Boards under their control. Called 'Devankanam Charuharitham' or 'Beautiful Green Abodes of God', the project aims to plant trees and flowering plants in temple compounds to enhance green cover and make these places self-reliant.
TVS Motor hikes prices of EV scooter by Rs 17,000 - Rs 22,000
Two and three-wheeler maker TVS Motor Company Ltd has hiked the price of its electric two-wheeler between Rs 17,000 - Rs 22,000 depending on the variant.
SC verdict paves way for Palaniswami's ultimate elevation; OPS will raise like a 'phoenix,' say supporters
A senior functionary who is a supporter of Panneerselvam says "a new political chapter begins for him. Panneerselvam will rise again and get back the position in the party, as party founder M G Ramachandran had proved his capabilities when he was expelled from the DMK."
Wayanad to get first-ever digital tribal hamlets
The project is being implemented by the State Scheduled Tribes Development Department with the help of the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. CDAC, under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, is executing the project.
India's Mars orbiter craft completes eight years in orbit
The Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) -- a technology demonstration venture -- is the maiden interplanetary mission of the national space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Launched on November 5, 2013, the probe was successfully inserted into Martian orbit on September 24, 2014 in its first attempt.
IITs abroad may be called 'Indian International Institute of Technology'
Several IITs have been receiving requests from the Middle East and South Asian countries to set up their campuses. While IIT Delhi is considering setting up a campus in UAE, IIT Madras is exploring options in Sri Lanka, Nepal and Tanzania.
Droupadi Murmu to become 10th successive president to take oath on July 25
Neelam Sanjiva Reddy, the sixth president of India, took oath on July 25, 1977. Since then successive presidents including Giani Zail Singh, R Venkataraman, Shankar Dayal Sharma, K R Narayanan, A P J Abdul Kalam, Pratibha Patil, Pranab Mukherjee and Ram Nath Kovind have taken oath on July 25. Two presidents -- Zakir Husain and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed -- could not complete their tenures as they died in harness.
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