The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a circular tightening rules for correcting Class 10 and 12 students’ demographic details. Highlighting repeated lapses by schools, CBSE has mandated strict verification during admission, registration, and LOC submission. Incomplete or undocumented requests will now be rejected, placing accountability on schools and parents to ensure 100% accurate student records before results.
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Tony Ferguson marked a victorious boxing debut, defeating Salt Papi in Manchester. Ferguson secured a TKO in the third round, claiming the Misfits Boxing Pro interim middleweight title. This win breaks Ferguson's eight-fight losing streak in MMA. Dillon Danis challenged Ferguson post-fight, hinting at a future match. Ferguson's boxing debut offers a fresh start after UFC setbacks.
Virat Kohli expressed his gratitude to Cheteshwar Pujara for his invaluable contribution to the Indian Test team's middle order, acknowledging how Pujara's presence at number 3 made his own role at number 4 easier. The duo shared a strong partnership, amassing 3,513 runs together.
Nearly 9,000 Tuvalu citizens, representing 82% of the population, have applied for Australia's new climate visa program. This initiative, part of the Falepili Union pact, aims to provide a pathway for mobility as climate impacts worsen. The agreement also commits Australia to defend Tuvalu and gives them a say in Tuvalu's defense pacts.
A residential building collapse in Virar East, near Mumbai, resulted in at least 13 fatalities, trapping numerous residents. Rescue operations were launched involving fire brigade, police, NDRF, and ambulance services. The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) will recognize flat owners as having "other rights" in property records, ensuring their legal standing in property-related decisions.
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An Air India Express flight from Vijayawada to Bengaluru was cancelled on Thursday due to a bird strike during taxiing. An eagle hit the plane's nose, prompting alternate arrangements for passengers. This incident follows a similar event on Tuesday, where an IndiGo flight from Nagpur to Kolkata returned to Nagpur after a suspected bird strike shortly after take-off for inspection.
A major Russian air assault on Kyiv resulted in at least 18 deaths and 48 injuries, drawing international condemnation. The EU diplomatic offices were damaged in the attack. Despite the strikes, Russia claims to be open for diplomacy, while continuing to target Ukraine's military infrastructure. The EU and UK summoned Russian envoys, denouncing the strikes, which threaten ongoing peace efforts.