Banaras Hindu University has significantly improved its standing in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, climbing to 5th among Indian universities and the 501-600 global band. This progress, attributed to dedicated efforts in teaching and research, reflects a strengthened academic framework and growing international reputation.
The Gujarat High Court has issued notices to the state government and Vivekanand Nagar police station. Educationist Manjula Pooja Shroff filed a petition seeking to quash an FIR registered against her. The FIR relates to an alleged forged no-objection certificate from 2010 for Delhi Public School (East).
Priests are undergoing a three-day training camp in Kolkata for Kali Puja, focusing on tantric rituals and proper conduct. The camp emphasizes correct chanting, behavior, and attentiveness, with strict rules against distractions like cellphones. Kali Puja, a single-night ritual, is highlighted as more challenging than Durga Puja due to its specific tantric requirements and nocturnal…
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the 49th International Kaleen Mela and 4th Carpet Expo in Bhadohi, assuring full government support to the carpet industry. He highlighted the sector’s growth and its role in women’s empowerment, urging entrepreneurs to view US tariffs as an opportunity to explore new markets.
Kolhapur city will face a three-day water supply cut starting Monday due to essential repair work on a water lifting pump and the installation of a valve on the main distribution pipeline. While some areas will continue to receive supply, most of the city and surrounding rural areas will be affected.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has sparked outrage from San Francisco’s Democratic leadership by endorsing President Trump and advocating for National Guard deployment to the city. Benioff stated he “avidly supported President Trump” and believed that federal troops could help reduce crime, a stance met with strong opposition from city officials.
Union Steel Secretary Sandeep Poundrik issued a ‘wake-up’ call to Bokaro Steel Plant (BSL), citing performance and execution gaps that are hindering its progress. He emphasized the need for manpower rationalization and faster project completion to avoid market share loss, highlighting significant delays and safety concerns within the plant.
Fans of Ghost of Yotei’s samurai action can find similar thrills on PS5. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty offers fast-paced combat with demons, while Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice provides a challenging, skill-based shinobi experience. Rise of the Ronin grants player freedom in a collapsing Japan, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows delivers stealth and combat with dual protagonists.
A Cobra commando sustained minor injuries in an IED blast triggered by Maoists in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district. The incident occurred during a routine patrol near a Forward Operating Base in the Pujari Kanker area. Security forces have launched a search operation and intensified patrols to prevent further attacks.
Kajol opens up on surviving Bollywood and why ‘you need to be a little starstruck’ to handle its chaos
