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NEET Paper Leak: How Bali trip and swanky school building led CBI to Hazaribagh school principal's doorstep The CBI is investigating Oasis School in Hazaribag and its principal, Ehsanul Haque, for alleged involvement in the NEET-UG paper leak. The investigation focuses on the school's rapid growth, Haque's role as a city coordinator, and his suspicious tr...
03 Jul, 2024, 12.02 PM ISTSummer Getaways: Delhites rush to these refreshing destinatons amid heatwave and school holidays During the school holidays, many are flocking to cooler hill stations to escape the heat, with redBus reporting a significant increase in holiday travel bookings. Destinations like Manali, Shimla, and Dharamshala are top choices, offering not just r...
23 May, 2024, 05.04 PM ISTDefying West, Russia's Putin due to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing Putin's two-day mission - the first visit of his new term - is expected to highlight the pair's vaunted "no limits" partnership in defiance from pressure from the United States over Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
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A taste of Europe trip at half the cost: How to plan Kazakhstan or Georgia or Azerbaijan or Uzbekistan or Kyrgyzstan trip for Rs. 1 lakh A clutch of countries in the south of Caucasus and Central Asia provide a whiff of Europe without snapping your budget. Within sniffing distance of Europe and straddling the Eurasian cusp, these are perfect destinations as they combine unsurpassed n...
13 May, 2024, 02.19 PM ISTKangana Ranaut slams trolls for spreading ‘shameful’ rumours of her eating beef, gets schooled by netizens! On Monday, the 'Tanu Weds Manu' actress took to X (formerly Twitter) to address and condemn trolls spreading baseless rumors about her dietary habits, particularly accusing her of consuming beef and red meat. However, she was lambasted by netizens w...
08 Apr, 2024, 04.05 PM ISTWhy time is running out across the Maldives' lovely little islands In the Maldives, a nation of contrasts emerges between the bustling capital of Malé and the quiet, depopulating outer islands. As residents migrate to urban centers for better opportunities, the government faces challenges of urban development and e...
06 Apr, 2024, 10.10 AM ISTSchooling financial agents on 'saving money' takes poll position To avoid delays, inconvenience, and a brush with the law, field officials and BCs are being told to put on their best behaviour, besides being “strongly discouraged” to carry cash beyond Rs 50,000 during the weeks of the election.
31 Mar, 2024, 05.11 AM ISTFrom struggle to stardom with RCB: Heady story of accidental leg-spinner Asha Sobhana Asha Sobhana's journey from being selected to the district women's cricket team to signing an RCB contract and impressing with her five-wicket haul in the Women's Premier League showcases her passion, dedication, and talent in the sport. Asha said t...
25 Feb, 2024, 08.33 PM ISTTrekking, biking, paragliding … Adventure tourism starts peaking as Indians seek thrills Revenge tourism is evolving into adventure tourism. But poor safety & security practices and infrastructure issues threatened to throttle the segment before it takes shape.
24 Feb, 2024, 10.10 AM ISTThe more things change on Park St,the more they... In the special zone of Park Street and Free School Street in Kolkata, there were two sides to the street - the I-Have-Some-Money Street and the I-Am-Broke-But-So-What? Street. As a child, you could find Hobby Centre, Paragon Toys, and Flurys. As you...
20 Jan, 2024, 11.00 PM ISTInspiring chronicles of grandmotherland Every place her grandmother took her to and every activity was geared to fire her imagination about India. It worked, as the stories the child told her grandmother during this all-too-brief holiday reflected her experiences, albeit in ways that even...
12 Jan, 2024, 11.26 PM ISTHyderabad: Toddler runs towards father, gets crushed under school bus wheels A 19-month-old child tragically died after being crushed by a school bus in Habsiguda while trying to reach her father. The incident occurred as the family was seeing off an older sibling to school. Despite efforts by the family and locals to protes...
05 Jan, 2024, 02.02 PM ISTUK lifts Brexit obstacles for French students Britain has lifted costly obstacles on school trips post-Brexit, only for students from France. The move follows talks between Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and French President Emmanuel Macron. French and EU nationals at French schools now need a simp...
28 Dec, 2023, 11.31 PM ISTVir Das shows off congratulatory note from alma mater, thanks teacher for encouraging his dreams for the stage Das was honoured with the prestigious Emmy Award for his phenomenally successful stand-up comedy programme 'Vir Das: Landing'.
02 Dec, 2023, 11.30 AM IST10 Best Travel Backpacks in India To Make Your Trips Easier (2023) Explore our curated list of the 10 Best Travel Backpacks in India and embark on hassle-free journeys. From spacious designs for treks to stylish options for city getaways, this list covers backpacks catering to every traveler's needs. Explore durabl...
11 Nov, 2023, 10.54 AM ISTIndian teen dies on unchaperoned school trip to Cambodia: Report Parents of students at a top school in Singapore are calling for a review of guidelines on overseas excursions after a 17-year-old student died during a trip to Cambodia. Kaira Karmakar, a student at United World College of South East Asia, died in ...
05 Sep, 2023, 06.06 PM ISTG20 long weekend: Travel companies cheer, but Delhi traders on edge The upcoming G20 summit in India is proving to be a business opportunity for travel companies as many people are choosing to leave the National Capital Region (NCR) during the event. Travel companies like SOTC and MakeMyTrip have seen a rise in busi...
30 Aug, 2023, 11.43 AM ISTHeard about micro-schooling? Here is what's that and how it's different from home-schooling or traditional schools Micro-schooling is a new approach to education that is gaining popularity in India. It offers personalized learning experiences for small groups of students, with a tailored curriculum that allows students to progress at their own pace and explore t...
05 Jul, 2023, 11.45 AM ISTA traveler's guide when and how much to tip when you are on a trip Offering guidance on when and how much to tip when you travel, etiquette experts, academics and travelers weighed in with the following advice.
07 May, 2023, 08.05 AM ISTAround 100 school kids hospitalised in Shirdi due to food poisoning 100 kids have been hospitalized due to food poisoning in Shirdi. The school kids were on a trip when they showed symptoms of food poisoning. Our correspondent says that, the kids were on a trip to Shirdi when they showed symptoms of food poisoning. ...
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