CBSE plans to amend its examination bylaws to bar Class XII students with insufficient attendance from board exams. Students missing regular classes may be directed towards National Institute of Open Schooling exams instead. Schools promoting such students could also face disciplinary action from the 2025-2026 academic session.
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Punjab minister Harpal Singh Cheema accused Congress of "backstabbing" AAP in Chandigarh mayoral polls by secretly aligning with BJP, leading to BJP's victory. Cheema alleged that this alliance also helped Congress secure deputy and senior deputy mayor posts. He warned Delhi voters against supporting Congress, claiming any vote for them benefits BJP.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a meeting of the Sangathan Parv Workshop on Sunday at the party headquarters extension office in the national capital. During the meeting, a decision was taken to celebrate Atal Jayanti for a whole year from December 25, 2024, to December 25, 2025, as good governance and to celebrate Samvidhan Parv.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen experienced India's advanced UPI digital payments system during her visit. She was impressed by its efficiency. PM Modi had earlier highlighted UPI's significance by comparing daily transactions in India to the EU's population. The visit underscored strengthening India-EU ties.
Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced the opening of a Passport Seva Kendra in each of the 543 parliamentary constituencies in India. While inaugurating a center in Guna, MP, he mentioned that six new passport centers will also be opened in the state this year, with the aim of expanding services and easing access for residents.
Independent MP Pappu Yadav called for a Bihar bandh to demand the cancellation of the BPSC exam, alleging a question paper leak. Despite the government ordering a fresh test, protests and demonstrations continue. Yadav plans to collaborate with other party leaders to support affected students and disrupt House proceedings from March 21.
Reliance Jio, in collaboration with the Indian Army, has become the first telecom operator to extend 4G and 5G network connectivity to the Siachen glacier. Utilizing pre-configured, indigenous full-stack 5G technology, the deployment at 16,000 feet in extreme conditions at Siachen was made possible with significant logistical support from the Army.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announced a plan to implement 42 percent reservation for OBCs in education and employment based on their 56.36 percent population. The state assembly passed bills supporting the move, requiring central approval. He urged all parties to meet with PM Modi to ensure implementation.
A UP police constable from Amroha was killed when a banned Chinese manjha kite string slit his throat while he was riding a bike in Shahjahanpur. Despite wearing a helmet, the string quickly entangled around his neck, causing a fatal deep wound. Authorities are investigating the incident and have sent the body for autopsy.
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar defended the amendment to election rules restricting public inspection of CCTV footage at polling booths, emphasizing the need to protect voter privacy and prevent misuse of footage through fake narratives. The new rule limits access to CCTV footage, ensuring voter identities are safeguarded.