Teacher whose name gets misprinted as ‘Kutta’, barks at government official to get his name corrected

Srikanti Kumar Dutta from Bankura faced humiliation. His ration card misspelled his last name as ‘dog’. Repeated requests for correction went unheard. Frustrated, Dutta protested uniquely at a government camp. He barked like a dog in front of an official. The incident was recorded and went viral. Authorities finally corrected the error after media attention.

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India steps up FTA push: New Delhi actively negotiating trade pacts with US, EU, says Goyal; set to resume talks with Canada

India is actively pursuing free trade agreements with key global players like the US and EU, alongside around 50 other nations and blocs. Commerce minister Piyush Goyal highlighted the strategic importance of “trusted partners” amid rising global trade risks. Discussions are progressing with the GCC, New Zealand, and Israel, while talks with Canada are set…

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Bhubaneswar enhances traffic management with AI-based smart adaptive signalling system at 25 more junctions

Bhubaneswar is set to enhance its traffic management with an AI-powered smart adaptive signalling system at 25 more junctions. Building on the existing 50 smart junctions, the new system will automatically calculate wait times and manage traffic flow. It includes features for surveying vehicle entry points and creating real-time green corridors for emergency vehicles.

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Will Shipley’s rib injury worse than expected? Eagles’ surprising running back trade suggests growing concern

The Philadelphia Eagles acquired Tank Bigsby, raising questions about Will Shipley’s rib injury and future role. Shipley’s injury in Week 1 and A.J. Dillon’s performance prompted the move, suggesting concerns about backfield depth. While the Eagles haven’t signaled trading Shipley, his recovery timeline will determine if Bigsby’s acquisition is a precaution or a sign of…

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One Big, Beautiful Bill: How Pell Grant expansions will support millions in workforce training programs starting 2026

The US government’s One Big, Beautiful Bill Act will expand Pell Grants to short-term workforce training programmes starting July 2026. The law also restructures federal student loan repayment plans and introduces new accountability rules for colleges. The US Department of Education faces significant challenges implementing these changes amid staffing cuts and legal disputes. Officials have…

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