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The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations’ National Hockey Tournament 2025 commenced in Ranchi on Thursday, drawing approximately 800 students. Participants from states including Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu are competing across under-14, under-17, and under-19 age groups. State sports director Shekhar Jamuar inaugurated the event, highlighting the importance of sports in fostering discipline…

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit to Bihar on September 15, RJD chief Lalu Prasad launched a sharp critique, dismissing the PM’s announcements as mere “joomlas.” Modi is set to inaugurate the Purnia airport and launch development projects worth thousands of crores.

TN panchayat chief in SUV mows down man who opposed use of public funds for private road

Sanjay Gupta’s revelations about Bollywood vanity van culture have sparked considerable buzz. He exposed how some stars demand up to six vans for personal use, gyms, and even separate eating spaces with personal chefs. Gupta further hinted at a famous couple who astonishingly require eleven vanity vans, including separate kitchen vans, raising eyebrows about their…

Jharkhand’s chief electoral officer, K Ravi Kumar, has conducted a thorough review with district officials regarding the Election Commission’s proposed special intensive revision (SIR). Kumar affirmed Jharkhand’s readiness for the exercise, pending formal directives. Instructions were issued to complete assigned tasks, including rationalizing polling stations by September 17 and matching current voter lists with the…

Jennifer Aniston shared a heartwarming story about adopting her first dog, Norman, who appeared on ‘Friends’. She adopted Norman after learning from animal trainers that he was being retired due to his stubbornness. Aniston, who has Norman’s name tattooed on her foot, recently sparked relationship rumors with Jim Curtis after her summer photos hinted at…

Alok Dubey, JPCC general secretary, has urged the Jharkhand government to include biotechnology in the Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET) conducted by JPSC. He highlighted that major state universities extensively teach biotechnology, and excluding it from JET would jeopardize the subject’s future and disappoint numerous students aiming for teaching and research careers.

Union Minister Pabitra Margherita emphasized Bihar’s garment manufacturing potential at NIFT Patna’s convocation, envisioning the state as a ready-made apparel hub. He mentioned that leading manufacturers are encouraged to establish units in Bihar, with some already operational in Begusarai. The event celebrated 189 graduates, awarding seven gold medals for outstanding performance.

The American workforce is facing unprecedented uncertainty, with workers’ confidence in finding new employment dropping below 45%. Slowed hiring, inflation, and structural labor market weaknesses heighten stress and anxiety, particularly for vulnerable employees. Yet, through mindfulness, skill development, structured routines, and supportive networks, workers can preserve mental resilience, sustain optimism, and navigate career challenges despite…

Ed Sheeran shared his enriching experience of shooting ‘Sapphire’ in India, expressing amazement at the diverse culture, languages, and talents found every hundred miles. He likened watching Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Om Shanti Om’ to introducing someone to ‘Star Wars’ for the first time, highlighting the unique experience of Indian cinema.