Scholarship scam: ED searches institute's office in Wardha

Nagpur, Dec 6: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a search at the Wardha office of an educational institute in connection with the multi-crore scholarship scam that rocked Maharashtra a few years ago, sources in the central agency said on Friday.

AMU V-C commends Centre's Rs 100 crore grant for off-campus centres

Aligarh (UP), Dec 6: Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Vice-Chancellor Professor Tariq Mansoor on Friday welcomed the Central government's recent move to sanction a grant of over Rs 100 crore for the construction of hostels at the varsity's off-campus centres in Kerala and West Bengal.

Probe demanded into textbook depicting Mahatma in poor light

New Delhi, Dec 6: A probe should be launched into a textbook in Madhya Pradesh depicting Mahatma Gandhi in poor light, an Aam Aadmi Party MP demanded in Rajya Sabha on Friday.

Kejriwal launches booklet on Ambedkar for school curricula

New Delhi, Dec 6: The Delhi government on Friday introduced a booklet on the life and work of Dr. B R Ambedkar in the curriculum for classes 6 to 8.

Fee hike in JNU done to meet increased expenditure on maintenance of hostels: HRD Min

New Delhi, Dec 5: Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' on Thursday said the fee hike in Jawaharlal Nehru University was done in order to meet the increased expenditure on the maintenance of hostels and to run them on a "no profit no loss" basis.

PM Modi announces contest to select students who will get to attend 'Pariksha pe Charcha 2020'

New Delhi, Dec 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged students on Thursday to remain stress-free while preparing for examinations and announced a contest to select students who will get to attend his 'Pariksha pe Charcha' session in New Delhi early next year.

Kerala govt, Centre should provide support to schools in the state: Rahul

Wayanad(Ker), Dec 5: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday wanted the state and central government to provide support and infrastructure to schools in Kerala which lacked basic facilities.

Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh Ranked 7th in 'SWACHH CAMPUS' Ranking - 2019 of Higher Educational Institutions

SHIMLA, Dec. 4: In an endeavour to make the PM's vision a reality and living up to its unmatched reputation of excellence, Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh has once again been ranked among top 10 'Swachh' (the cleanest) universities of the country.

JNU teachers' association launches hunger strike over hostel fee hike

New Delhi, Dec 4: The Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association (JNUTA) on Wednesday launched a day-long hunger strike over the issue of the hostel fee hike.

12-year-old set to become youngest in Manipur to appear for Class 10 board exam

Imphal, Dec 3: A 12-year-old boy, with an IQ score of 141, is set to become the youngest in Manipur to appear for Class X board examination, an official said here.

Citizenship Bill: Cotton Univ students' union ban BJP-RSS members in campus

Guwahati, Dec 3: Amidst a clamour for withdrawal of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, the students' union and alumni association of Cotton University have decided to ban the entry of members of the ruling BJP, RSS and other organizations supporting the bill into the varsity.

Cong leader's Sita remarks trigger uproar in LS, Irani says oppn communalising issue

Priyanka in UP on 2-day visit

Lucknow, Dec 6: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra arrived here on Friday on a two-day visit to review the party's preparations after a new team was appointed for the 2022 Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls.

NPP Supremo appeals all political parties to support 'Jammu Bandh'

Jammu, December 05: Prof. Bhim Singh, Chief Patron of National Panthers Party & Sr.

RS sets up informal group to study issues related to pornographic content on internet

New Delhi, December 05: Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu on Thursday announced that a 14-member informal group will study issues related to pornographic content on internet and social media platforms.

CIC issues show-cause notice to RBI for casual approach to its notice

New Delhi, December 05: The Central Information Commission has issued a show-cause notice to the Reserve Bank of India for not appearing before it in a matter pertaining to disclosure of inspection reports of HDFC Bank, calling it "casual" approach.

Govt cancels stamp duty waiver granted to RSS-linked institute

Mumbai, Dec 5: Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has cancelled the previous BJP-led government's decision granting stamp duty waiver to an RSS-affiliated research institute in Nagpur, an official said on Thursday.

BJP accuses Chidambaram of violating bail condition

New Delhi, Dec 5: The BJP on Thursday accused Congress leader P Chidambaram of violating bail conditions by claiming to have a very clear record as a minister, saying the case against him is essentially about corruption he was allegedly involved in as the finance minister.

Cases against me are like medals on my chest, says Rahul

Wayanad(Ker), Dec 5: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said he would not be cowed down by the string of cases being registered against him across the country by the BJP and considers them as "medals". "There are 15 to 16 cases against me.

Chidambaram in Rajya Sabha after release on bail

New Delhi, Dec 5: Congress leader P Chidambaram, who has been released from Tihar Jail on bail after 106 days in custody, was on Thursday present in the Rajya Sabha.

BJP blames TMC for attack on RSS worker, demands immediate arrest of culprits

Kolkata, Dec 4: BJP national general secretary Kailash Vijayvargiya on Tuesday demanded that those involved in the attack on an RSS worker here be arrested immediately and accused the TMC government of trying to shield the culprits in order to appease its minority vote bank.

Politics needs intelligent youngsters: Arvind Kejriwal

New Delhi, Dec 3: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said politics needs intelligent youngsters and urged students to join the field. He was addressing the convocation of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University.

Salman isn't affected by his stardom: Sonakshi

Mumbai, Dec 6: Sonakshi Sinha says while working on the third installment of "Dabangg" franchise, she observed and learned how superstar Salman Khan never let his stardom go to his head.

'Dhoom' director Sanjay Gadhvi to make digital debut with 'Operation Parindey'

Mumbai, Dec 5: Director Sanjay Gadhvi of "Dhoom" is making his web debut with a feature film titled "Operation Parindey", a fictional account of one of the most controversial jailbreaks in the history of India.

Akshay Kumar's 'Gold' to release in China on December 13 "

Mumbai, Dec 5: Akshay Kumar's hit sports drama "Gold" is set to release in China on December 13. The team of the movie including Akshay, Vineet Kumar, producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani announced the China release date on social media.

Priyanka is very chilled out: Rajkummar Rao

Mumbai, Dec 4: Actor Rajkummar Rao has developed a great equation with his "The White Tiger" co-star Priyanka Chopra, who he says is one of the most chilled out persons to work with.

Big directors never worked with me, I still don't have them: Akshay Kumar

Mumbai, Dec 4: Actor Akshay Kumar says he started working with a lot of new directors because the big ones never took him in their films. Akshay features in "Good Newwz", directed by Raj Mehta who is the 21st debut director the actor has worked with.

Himesh Reshammiya replaces Anu Malik on 'Indian Idol' season 11

Mumbai, Dec 3: Music composer Himesh Reshammiya will be the new judge on the 11th season of the singing reality show "Indian Idol" after Anu Malik's exit amid #MeToo allegations.

My acting process, mindset changed after working with Imtiaz Ali: Kartik Aaryan

Mumbai, Dec 3: Actor Kartik Aaryan says he is a changed man after collaborating with Imtiaz Ali for the filmmakers next. Kartik will feature in the yet-untitled sequel of "Love Aaj Kal" along with Sara Ali Khan. "I am excited about Imtiaz Ali's next because I'm in love with Imtiaz sir.

Taapsee Pannu to feature in Mithali Raj biopic

Mumbai, Dec 3: Actor Taapsee Pannu has come is set to star in "Shabaash Mithu", a film on Indian women's cricket team captain Mithali Raj. "Shabaash Mithu" will be backed by Viacom18 Studios and directed by "Raees" helmer Rahul Dholakia.

Films are not written for women in big, commercial space: Katrina

Mumbai, Dec 2: Katrina Kaif believes Bollywood is far behind in writing for women and there is a dearth of fun films in commercial space with female leads.

Feel guilty for not understanding Shaheen much: Alia on sister's battle with depression

Mumbai, Dec 2: Alia Bhatt on Sunday said she felt guilty for being a "terrible sister" for not understanding Shaheen as much as she should have during the latter's battle with depression.

Being good is not good enough in the industry, says Gulshan Devaiah

Mumbai, December 01: The idea of hard work helps you sustain and being good in your craft is enough sounds perfect but is a myth, says Gulshan Devaiah. The actor believes as an artiste in movie business one needs to learn to make connections and be at the right place at the right time.

Mary Kom leads Punjab Panthers to second straight victory

Greater Noida, Dec 6: The celebrated Mary Kom won her bout in a dominating fashion as Punjab Panthers notched up their second successive victory in the Big Bout Indian Boxing League by beating Bombay Bullets 5-2 here on Thursday.

Have some thoughts for T20 World Cup, will discuss with Kohli and Shastri: Ganguly

Kolkata, December 05: BCCI President Sourav Ganguly on Thursday said he has "some thoughts" with regards to the Indian team going in to next year's T20 World Cup which he will soon discuss with captain Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri.

Dutee Chand, VVS Laxman, Murali Kartik at upcoming sports litfest

New Delhi, Dec 5: After debuting in Bhubaneswar last year, the Ekamra Sports Literary Festival is coming to Delhi for its second edition. The two-day festival will open on December 14.

Pant can't be isolated, here to support him: Kohli

Hyderabad, Dec 5: India captain Virat Kohli on Thursday backed the under-fire Rishabh Pant, asserting that he wouldn't let the young wicketkeeper-batsman feel isolated. Pant has been under the scanner for a while due to his inability to convert starts and for erratic work behind the stumps.

Satwik-Chirag, Para shuttler Pramod nominated for BWF awards

New Delhi, Dec 5: The Indian men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty has been nominated for the 'Most Improved Player of the Year' award by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) after a stellar season during which the duo picked up some memorable wins.

ICC Test Rankings: Kohli regains No.1 spot, Bumrah best-placed Indian bowler at 5th

Dubai, Dec 4: India captain Virat Kohli on Wednesday regained the top spot in the International Cricket Council's (ICC) Test rankings after Australian Steve Smith slipped a rung in the latest list issued here.

West Indies ropes in Monty Desai as batting coach ahead of limited-overs series against India

Hyderabad, Dec 4: The West Indies on Wednesday named Monty Desai as their batting coach ahead of the limited-overs series against India beginning here on Friday. Desai, who has been handed a two-year contract, has joined the team here before the first T20 International on Friday.

Bumrah starts training under Delhi Capitals' Rajnikanth Sivagnanam

New Delhi, Dec 3: Having recovered from a stress fracture of the back, star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has started working out under IPL franchise Delhi Capitals' trainer Rajnikanth Sivagnanam at the Mumbai Cricket Association.

Indian athletes win 4 medals in 1500m races of SAG

Kathmandu, Dec 3: India's athletes continued their fine show at the 13th South Asian Games by adding four medals, including a gold in men's 1500m race at the Dasarath Stadium here on Tuesday.

Woods not losing sleeping over Nicklaus' record, proud of what he has done

Nassau (Bahamas), Dec 3: Having made one of the greatest sporting comebacks earlier this year, American golf icon Tiger Woods says he is at peace with himself and not in hot pursuit of the three Majors that would tie him with the legendary Jack Nicklaus.

India opens medal account with 1 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze in triathlon

Pokhara (Nepal), Dec 2: India opened its medal account in the 13th South Asian Games (SAG) with one gold, two silver and a bronze in the triathlon event on the opening day of competitions here on Monday.