The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has enforced Stage-IV of GRAP in Delhi-NCR due to severe pollution. Restrictions include banning construction, stone crushers, and BS-III petrol/BS-IV diesel vehicles in key areas, with exceptions for essential services and adapted vehicles for persons with disabilities.
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Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized Congress for their sudden reverence for B.R. Ambedkar, calling it "crocodile tears." He highlighted a 2012 NCERT cartoon depicting Nehru whipping Ambedkar, suggesting Congress's historical disrespect. Pradhan contrasted this with PM Modi's honoring of Ambedkar, accusing Congress of harboring hatred towards him from Nehru to Rahul Gandhi.
An assistant professor at Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology is under investigation after videos of a mock wedding with a first-year student went viral. Payal Banerjee, who participated unknowingly in the staged event, claims betrayal by a colleague. The inquiry committee comprises five senior faculty members.
Virat Kohli's struggle against deliveries outside off-stump continued as he was dismissed by Scott Boland for the fourth time in the series, scoring just six runs in India's second innings at the SCG. Kohli managed 190 runs in nine innings, averaging 23.75. Boland dominated Kohli, conceding 28 runs in 68 balls and dismissing him four times.
Mohammad Amir shares his thoughts about playing all matches in the fast-paced format of cricket, emphasising human limitations and the need to manage workloads. Despite retiring from international cricket twice, he continues to participate in T20 leagues, highlighting the rise of younger talents and the challenges of maintaining fitness amid continuous back-to-back games.
New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel has expressed support for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli asserting their right to decide their ODI futures. He praised their exceptional careers and emphasized their impact on the game. Patel acknowledged India's recent success in the Champions Trophy and highlighted the significance of the IPL for New Zealand players.
ISRO successfully hot-tested its CE20 cryogenic engine with an innovative nozzle protection system. The test validated a multi-element igniter, crucial for engine restart, and achieved all performance parameters. This enhanced engine, powering the LVM3, is set to boost India's space exploration capabilities for Gaganyaan and future missions.
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Private universities lead in fee-related complaints in India, with over 4,250 issues resolved and refunds of Rs 25.5 crore in the past five years, according to UGC's Fee Nivaran Cell. Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Rajasthan are the top states with the highest number of complaints.
Elon Musk highlighted Social Security fraud, showcasing a chart revealing a rise in Social Security numbers issued to noncitizens during Joe Biden’s presidency, culminating in over 2 million in 2024. Antonio Gracias supported Musk's claims, pointing out the discovery of 20 million deceased individuals erroneously listed as alive in the Social Security database.