The next nationwide census will begin on March 1, 2027, with Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, and Uttarakhand starting earlier in October 2026. For the first time in over seven decades, the census will include caste enumeration to ensure transparency and national consistency.
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The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has declared the Class 12 Science and Commerce results for the 2024–25 academic session. Science recorded a 79.26% pass rate, while Commerce achieved 91.2%. Results are available online at jacresults.com and results.digilocker.gov.in from 12:30 PM. Students can check their marks using roll code and number. Revaluation and supplementary exams are scheduled for those needing them, with toppers’ lists to be published alongside the results.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy lauded a drone strike deep within Russia, calling it a "brilliant result" that destroyed over 40 aircraft, including strategic bombers. The Security Service (SBU) claimed the operation, dubbed "Operation Spider Web," caused billions in damage and significantly impacted Russia's air missile carrier fleet.
Salman Khurshid voiced concerns about India's political divisions. This happened as a multi-party delegation travels abroad. The delegation aims to highlight India’s united stance against terrorism. Khurshid is part of the delegation in East Asia. Shashi Tharoor, in Brazil, echoed similar sentiments. Congress party leaders have attacked the Modi government on Operation Sindoor.
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