The Times of India's Right to Excellence Online School Summit, held in New Delhi, gathered education stakeholders to discuss the future of online education. Key topics included improving digital infrastructure, enhancing learning experiences, and addressing parental concerns.
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A tragic incident occurred in Telangana's Kamareddy district as a 26-year-old woman, Monika, and her three children, Vinay (7), Akshara (9), and Mythili (10), drowned in a pond. The children unknowingly stepped into a pit while bathing and began to drown. Monika attempted to save them but also drowned in the process.
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized the Congress party for an alleged attack on deputy speaker Numal Momin by Congress MLAs, stating they have no right to lecture on freedom of expression. Momin claimed he was attacked in a 'Maoist style' and filed an FIR. The confrontation occurred while Congress MLAs protested BJP MLA Rupjyoti Kurmi's conduct.
Isro has successfully undocked two satellites after their first docking as part of the SpaDex mission, laying the groundwork for multiple future docking attempts. This critical advancement will help Isro conduct repeated and reliable docking operations, crucial for missions like Chandrayaan-4.
A canal cleanup drive was successfully conducted at Maldevta, Dehradun, organized by The Times of India, Pacific Mall, Been There Doon That, and the Irrigation Department. The event aimed at promoting environmental sustainability saw active participation from NCC cadets, students, and volunteers, and highlighted the importance of community involvement in preserving clean water bodies.
Kerala Police arrested businessman Boby Chemmanur after a Malayalam actor accused him of making sexually explicit remarks at events. Chemmanur, who is the director of Chemmanur International Jewellers, will be presented before a magistrate. The arrest follows the actor's confidential statement and an investigation into a related cyberattack case involving sexist comments against her.
"PMO, HMO, and RMO are constantly taking updates on the situation. Indian Air Force helicopters are also kept on standby, and they will get to work as soon as the weather clears. Some rescue teams are also going by road. We will set up a temporary control room in Joshimath," Dhami told reporters.
The extradition of Mehul Choksi from Belgium could be a lengthy process, potentially facing legal challenges based on his health, according to a former diplomat. Recalling the long extradition of Tahawwur Rana, the expert emphasized that India must persist in its efforts to bring Choksi back to face justice for defrauding Punjab National Bank.
India and Bangladesh's border forces, BSF and BGB, began their 55th DG-level talks in Delhi to discuss cross-border issues, including fencing work, attacks on personnel, and trans-border crimes. This is the first high-level meeting since Sheikh Hasina’s government fell in August 2024. Both sides aim to enhance cooperation, address border security concerns, and finalize discussions with a joint record on February 20. The talks follow recent diplomatic tensions over India's border fencing... Expand