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The WBJEEB has released the WBJEE 2025 counselling schedule for admissions to engineering, architecture, and pharmacy programs. Online registration, choice filling, and fee payment will commence on August 28, 2025. Qualified candidates must complete all steps, including document verification, within the specified timeline to secure a seat, with seat allotment results expected in early September.

The Karnataka High Court has temporarily suspended the state government’s order that capped cinema ticket prices at Rs 200. This decision follows petitions from multiplexes, theatre owners, and film producers who argued the cap was arbitrary and detrimental to their business. The court’s intervention puts the price regulation on hold, pending further deliberation on its…

Directorate General of Civil Aviation took action against an Akasa Air official. A designated examiner faced suspension for six months. The reason was violation of rules during a pilot skill test. Akasa Air reported the violation voluntarily. The airline prioritizes safety. It expects all employees to maintain high standards. The DGCA order confirms the suspension.

Amy Askren, wife of Ben Askren, alerted fans about scam accounts exploiting Ben’s recent double lung transplant. These fake profiles were soliciting money under her name, prompting Amy to warn followers on social media. She emphasized that she would never request donations through personal accounts and urged fans to report any imposters, directing them to…

Kumar Sanu reminisced about the 90s as a golden age for music, highlighting its meaningful lyrics, soulful melodies, and dedicated listeners. He expressed gratitude for ongoing recognition, which motivates artists. While acknowledging the talent of today’s generation, Sanu observed that good music is still being created, though less abundantly than in the past.

The Punjabi entertainment industry is reeling from the shocking loss of singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda, who passed away on October 8 at Fortis Hospital, Mohali, at the age of 37. The beloved artist had been battling for his life for 11 days following a road accident in Himachal Pradesh on September 27, which left…

Annoying white stains on black clothes, caused by detergent, softener, deodorant, or hard water, can be banished with simple kitchen staples. Baking soda, vinegar, lemon juice, and salt offer a gentle yet effective solution. These natural ingredients work to lift residue and mineral deposits without damaging dark dyes, ensuring your favourite black garments stay sharp…

A live-in relationship turned deadly as a 21-year-old woman, her ex-boyfriend, and his friend allegedly murdered her partner, a UPSC aspirant, in Delhi. They staged the crime as a fire incident to conceal the murder, driven by the victim’s alleged possession of objectionable content. The trio has been arrested.

Delhi breathes easier as stringent Stage 3 air pollution restrictions are lifted following improved air quality. The ban on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles is suspended. However, less severe Stage 1 and Stage 2 measures, focusing on polluting vehicles, waste management, and dust control, remain in effect. Citizens are encouraged to use public transport.