Primary schools in Bengal to focus more on handwriting

Kolkata, Jan 23: Students of state-run primary schools in West Bengal will soon get special sessions devoted to improvement in handwriting. Teachers of the primary schools will be specially trained before the next academic session for the purpose, syllabus committee chairman Abhik Majumder told.

Students boycott classes in Assam univs and colleges against CAA

Guwahati, January 22: Classes across universities and colleges in Assam were affected on Wednesday due to the "total shutdown" call given by students unions of nine varsities from North East on a day the Supreme Court heard the pleas on Citizenship (Amendment) Act.

Basic demand on fee hike met, calls for JNU VC's removal now not reasonable: HRD Minister Pokhriyal

New Delhi, Jan 21: The basic demand of JNU students on the issue of hostel fee hike has been met and calls for the removal of the university's Vice Chancellor M Jagadesh Kumar are now not reasonable, says Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank'.

Speak to me 'hashtag without filter': PM to students during 'Pariksha Pe Charcha'

New Delhi, Jan 20: Reaching out to students in their own language, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed 200 of them during a "Pariksha Pe Charcha" and said his conversations with them will be "hashtag without filter".

IIT Kharagpur researchers evolve AI-aided method to automate reading of legal judgements

Kolkata, Jan 18: Researchers at IIT Kharagpur have evolved an artificial intelligence-aided method to automate reading of legal judgements.

JNU again extends semester registration date

New Delhi, Jan 16: Amid registration boycott by a section of students, the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) again extended the deadline to register for the next semester till January 17. "The registration deadline for ongoing winter session has been extended up to January 17 without late fees.

Art Institute declares 2-day shutdown after graffiti controversy

Bengaluru, Jan 15: Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology here has decided to remain shut for two days after a group of BJP workers wiped out graffiti on its outer walls claiming it as anti-Modi and allegedly warned them against any anti CAA agitation there.

JNU violence: Teachers raise question on university's security, allege admn colluded with attackers

New Delhi, Jan 6: Hours after violence broke out at the JNU campus on Sunday, teachers raised questions on the university's security and alleged that the administration was hand in glove with the attackers. They also said the violence had left students petrified.

10 candidates score 100 percentile in CAT results

New Delhi, Jan 4: Ten candidates scored a perfect 100 percentile in the Common Admission Test (CAT), results of which were announced on Saturday.

Leading science, research bodies funding 54 varsity projects: JU VC

Kolkata, Dec 25: Jadavpur University Vice-Chancellor Prof Suranjan Das has said the premier institution is currently involved in 54 sponsored research projects funded by leading science and research bodies.

Army Public School Domana organises lecture on Swacch Bharat Abhiyaan

Jammu, December 20: Army Public School Domana organized a lecture cum awareness programme on Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan. Kewal Krishan Wadhera, a renowned social activist was the resource person on the occasion. He sensitized the students about environmental hazards of using polythene and plastic bags.

Language used by BJP leaders appalling: Chidambaram

New Delhi, Jan 29: Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Wednesday said BJP leaders have "bid goodbye" to civilised political discourse as they are facing "imminent defeat" in the Delhi assembly elections.

Sena slams Centre for handing Elgar Parishad case to NIA

Mumbai, Jan 29: Attacking the Centre for handing over the probe into the sensitive Elgar Parishad case to the NIA, the Shiv Sena on Wednesday invoked federalism in the country and accused the Modi government of "interfering" in the affairs of "non-BJP" Maharashtra.

Anti-CAA activist Sharjeel Imam arrested in Bihar

Jehanabad, Jan 28: Anti-CAA activist Sharjeel Imam, who was on the run after sedition charges were slapped against him for allegedly making inflammatory statements, was arrested from Bihar's Jehanabad district on Tuesday, state's police chief Gupteshwar Pandey said.

Sharjeel Imams brother picked up for questioning in Bihar

Jehanabad (Bihar), Jan 28: A brother of Sharjeel Imam was picked up by police here early Tuesday in fresh attempts to trace the anti-CAA activist, who has been slapped with sedition cases lodged across several states for his alleged "inflammatory" speeches.

We miss Dhoni, no one sits on his seat in team bus: Chahal

Hamilton (New Zealand), Jan 28: No one sits on the seat that Mahendra Singh Dhoni made his own in the team bus, revealed India leg-spinner, Yuzvendra Chahal, saying that the talismanic former skipper is missed by the side.

Confrontation between Centre, states not good for country: Nath

Raipur, Jan 28: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath on Tuesday stressed the need for a "good coordination" between the Centre and state governments to address several issues.

Sami highly deserving of Padma award, critics like only those Muslims who 'abuse' Modi: BJP

Rahul, Priyanka meet NHRC officials over police 'brutalities' on anti-CAA protesters in UP

New Delhi, Jan 27: A Congress delegation led by Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra met top officials of the National Human Rights Commission on Monday, demanding a probe into alleged police atrocities against anti-CAA protesters in Uttar Pradesh.

Mamata urges Cong, CPI(M) to put aside differences, fight

Kolkata, Jan 27: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday urged the opposition CPI(M) and the Congress to put aside narrow political differences and fight together against the "fascist BJP government" at the Centre.

BJP counters Oppn criticism of Padma Shri to Adnan Sami, says he is 'highly deserving'

New Delhi, Jan 27: The BJP on Monday hit out at opposition parties over their criticism of the Modi government's decision to confer Padma Shri on singer Adnan Sami, wondering if they only like those Muslims who are "against" Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India and its institutions.

Padma Shri for Adnan Sami an insult to 130 cr Indians: NCP

AR Rahman, Ameya Dabli to perform at Ekam Satt - Unity Concert: The 50th Symphony

Mumbai, Jan 29: Celebrated music composer AR Rahman and musical artiste Ameya Dabli are set to perform at the 'Ekam Satt Unity Concert: The 50th Symphony'.

Getting banned for the right to speech not shocking: Kamra

Mumbai, Jan 29: Reacting to three airlines banning him from flying for allegedly heckling television journalist Arnab Goswami aboard a flight, stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra on Wednesday said he was never "unruly or disruptive". He also said the flying suspension was not "shocking" for him.

Taapsee-starrer Mithali Raj biopic 'Shabaash Mithu' to release on Feb 5, 2021

Mumbai, Jan 29: "Shabaash Mithu", starring actor Taapsee Pannu as Indian women's cricket team captain Mithali Raj, will release on February 5, 2021, Viacom18 Studios announced on Wednesday.

Salman loses cool, snatches fan's phone at Goa airport

Panaji, Jan 28: Irked by the behaviour of a fan who tried to click a selfie with him at the Goa airport, Bollywood actor Salman Khan on Tuesday snatched his mobile phone. The video of the incident has gone viral on social media.

Woman accuses Ganesh Acharya of making her watch porn, writes

Mumbai, Jan 28: A 33-year-old woman has written to the National Commission for Women (NCW) alleging that Bollywood choreographer Ganesh Acharya used to make her watch porn videos whenever she visited his office in Mumbai.

Deepika Padukone, Rishi Kapoor in Indian adaptation of 'The Intern'

Mumbai, January 27: Bollywood star Deepika Padukone and veteran actor Rishi Kapoor are set to feature in the Indian adaptation of Robert De Niro-Anne Hathaway starrer 2015 Hollywood film "The Intern".

Haven't been officially approached for 'Go Goa Gone 2': Kunal Kemmu

Mumbai, Jan 27: Actor Kunal Kemmu says the makers of the recently announced "Go Goa Gone" sequel hasn't officially reached out to him but he is looking forward to the second installment of the zombie comedy.

Indian cine stars remember NBA legend Kobe Bryant

Mumbai, Jan 27: The untimely demise of NBA star Kobe Bryant has shocked his fans in the film industry with superstars Akshay Kumar, Venkatesh Daggubati and Ranveer Singh remembering the basketball legend as a constant inspiration.

Fitness is a way of life for me: Anil Kapoor

Mumbai, Jan 27: Actor Anil Kapoor says being fit is extremely important for him and he struggles to function properly if he doesn't exercise. Kapoor, 63, said he feels "cranky" if he doesn't work out. "For me, fitness is a way of life. It is my daily routine.

Akshay postpones Bachchan Pandey' release after Aamir's request

Mumbai, Jan 27: Superstar Aamir Khan on Monday thanked actor Akshay Kumar and producer Sajid Nadiadwala for shifting the release date of "Bachchan Pandey" to avoid box office clash with his Christmas outing "Laal Singh Chadha".

Kabir Khan's 'The Forgotten Army' makes Guinness World Record

Mumbai, Jan 25: Filmmaker Kabir Khan's debut web series "The Forgotten Army" has created Guinness World Record for being the biggest team of musicians to perform live ever.

Esow Alben bags gold at the Six Day Berlin cycling tournament

Berlin, Jan 28: Indian cyclist Esow Alben has bagged a gold in the men's Keirin individual event of the Six-Day Berlin Tournament here. The 18-year-old finished on top of the podium, earning 20 classification points here on Monday night.

Federer saves seven match points in 'miracle' escape

Melbourne, Jan 28 : Swiss great Roger Federer said that "I believe in miracles" after he saved seven match points in a five-set nail-biter against 100th-ranked Tennys Sandgren to labor into the Australian Open semi-finals on Tuesday.

India becoming better and better away from home: Southee

Hamilton, Jan 28: Senior New Zealand pacer Tim Southee feels India are becoming "better and better" away from home and a reflection of that is their performance in the ongoing T20 series.

We have identified the core of players for T20 World Cup: Rathour

Hamilton, Jan 28: Batting coach Vikram Rathour on Tuesday called the new generation of Indian cricketers "incredible" and said the team management has already identified the core of players for the T20 World Cup in October-November.

No change in IPL night game start timing of 8 pm, final in Mumbai

New Delhi, January 27: The Indian Premier League (IPL) governing council on Monday decided against changing timings of the night games from 8 pm to 7.30 pm despite pressure from a few stakeholders.

Tough to hit Bumrah, need to learn how to adapt from India: Seifert

Hamilton, Jan 27 : In awe of Jasprit Bumrah, New Zealand wicketkeeper Tim Seifert says the Indian speedster's subtle variations have been difficult to pick in the ongoing T20 series and his side needs to a learn a thing or two about adapting from the visitors.

NBA legend Kobe Bryant killed in helicopter crash

Los Angeles, Jan 27: NBA legend Kobe Bryant died Sunday when a helicopter he was riding in crashed and burst into flames in thick fog, killing all nine people on board including his teenage daughter and plunging the sports world into mourning.

Learnt art of chasing watching Kohli bat: Shreyas Iyer

By Chetan Narula Auckland, January 26: There is no one better than Virat Kohli when it comes to chasing down totals in white-ball cricket, something that India's newest No 4 Shreyas Iyer wants to emulate on a consistent basis in coming days.

India look to extend advantage over New Zealand at high-scoring Eden Park

Auckland, Jan 25: India are unlikely to change a winning combination but a few changes in the bowling department won't come as a surprise when the visitors take on New Zealand in the second T20 at the high-scoring Eden Park here on Sunday.

Kohli maintains top spot, Rahane moves up to eighth in ICC Test rankings

Dubai, Jan 24: Indian captain Virat Kohli on Friday remained static at the top of the ICC Test player ranking for batsmen with his deputy Ajinkya Rahane moving up a place to eighth. Kohli has 928 points, 17 more than second-placed Australian run-machine Steve Smith.

New Zealand post 203-5 against India in first T20I

Auckland, Jan 24: Colin Munro, Kane Williamson and Ross Taylor smashed scintillating half-centuries to power New Zealand to a challenging 203 for five against India in the first T20 International at Eden Park here on Friday.