In a significant reform, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is considering removing the mandatory physics and maths requirement in class 12 for commercial pilot license (CPL) training. This move aims to open the field to arts and commerce students, aligning India with global standards.
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Bengalurean techie Bharath Bhushan was tragically killed by terrorists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, simply for identifying himself as 'Bharath,' a name synonymous with India. The 35-year-old was shot in front of his wife and son, turning a family vacation into a nightmare.
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Since January 1, Digilocker, crucial for identity verification used by stockbrokers, has been down, causing significant disruptions. The issue may relate to service interruptions at the National Informatics Centre on December 31, which affected various services including the IRCTC train booking website.