The Supreme Court has approved the finalization and notification of the UGC's 2025 Regulations aimed at preventing caste-based discrimination in higher education. While acknowledging concerns raised by student representatives, the court emphasized the regulations' potential benefit to a large number of students. Recommendations from the National Task Force on student suicides will be considered separately.
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Government is planning to lower toll charges with new annual and lifetime payment options, aiming to enhance efficiency and fairness. Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted the necessity of tolls for infrastructure investment and hinted at future policies, including satellite-based tolling.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, where he performed a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam alongside Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister. He expressed a deep spiritual connection with the sacred waters. The event has attracted millions of devotees and will continue until February 26.
Hardik Pandya lauded Mumbai Indians' bowlers for their strategic variations on a slow pitch, leading to a four-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. MI's disciplined bowling restricted SRH to 162, which they chased down with ease, thanks to Will Jacks' all-round performance. Pat Cummins acknowledged SRH's total was insufficient on the challenging Wankhede surface.
Rohit Sharma expresses confidence in Virat Kohli addressing his off-stump issues, as Kohli practices diligently at MCG, facing quicks and side-armers while receiving feedback from teammates. The team remains hopeful for Kohli's resurgence in the upcoming Boxing Day Test with substantial fan attendance.
Assam police issued summons to comedian Jaspreet Singh and YouTubers in connection with allegedly vulgar remarks made on a show. Following public outrage and death threats to his family, Ranveer Allahbadia apologized for his remarks. The Guwahati crime branch registered an FIR based on a complaint filed about the offensive comments.
India condemned the vandalism of Sheikh Mujibur Rehman's residence in Dhaka, regrettable as it symbolizes Bangladesh's resistance against oppression. Demonstrators damaged the residence and nearby Awami League offices, set ablaze Wajed Mian's house, and destroyed properties of Sheikh Hasina’s relatives. Hasina urged for justice, emphasizing history's resilience despite the vandalism.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the ongoing language war, urging Tamil Nadu's CM MK Stalin to introduce medical and engineering courses in Tamil. Shah highlighted the Modi government's decision allowing CISF aspirants to take exams in regional languages, contrasting with Stalin's opposition to the NEP 2020's three-language formula.
The Trump administration has empowered ICE officials to swiftly deport migrants who were permitted to enter the US temporarily under key Biden-era programmes. The decision impacts over a million individuals granted entry through the CBP One app and initiatives for migrants from Cuba, Nicaragua, Venezuela, and Haiti.
Indian cricketers Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, and Richa Ghosh have been selected in the ICC Women's T20I Team of 2024, highlighting their remarkable performances over the year. The star-studded team also features players from South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies, England, Australia, Ireland, and Pakistan, underscoring the global nature of the competition.