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Jaipur: The state govt has clarified that there is no immediate plan to amend eligibility norms for candidates contesting urban local bodies elections, including the two-child norm, following a query by Ratangarh MLA Poosaram Godara.In a written reply, the Department of Local Bodies (DLB) said Section 21 of the Rajasthan Municipal Act, 2009, does not mandate any educational qualification for candidates contesting municipal elections. It added that no proposal to amend rules related to educational qualifications is currently under consideration. Jaipur: Solar Surge Strains Grid, Titanium Dioxide In Mayonnaise, CM To Open Stonemart And MoreOn the two-child norm, the govt…

Daltonganj: A static surveillance team of the police seized Rs 40.2 lakh in cash from a car during a vehicle checking drive in Latehar district on Wednesday evening. “The seizure was made from Karkat location on NH 75, under Latehar police station limits,” Latehar SP Kumar Gaurav said. The seizure was made amid the model code of conduct (MCC), which is in effect for the Feb 23 civic body polls in Jharkhand.As the cash was above Rs 10 lakh, the income tax department was informed about the detection in the possession of the occupants of the car, police said. “We…

Varanasi: Police ruled out possibility of social media posts in support of UGC regulations as the trigger for clashes between two groups of inmates at Rajaram Hostel of Banaras Hindu University (BHU). One student had lodged police complaint, alleging he was attacked for his posts on social media in support of UGC equity regulation 2026. But when police investigated, it came to light that dispute among students had occurred in the mess over a conflict on their WhatsApp group and that the dispute had no connection with UGC related protest. Varanasi Crime, BHU Protests, Violating Norms & MoreOn complaint of…

Thiruvananthapuram: Kadinamkulam police on Thursday arrested a history-sheeter from Tamil Nadu in connection with an assault case. Police said that the arrested person, Ratheesh, 48, of Chittattumukku, is involved in 57 criminal cases, including four rape cases.According to police, Ratheesh allegedly attacked Abhilash, 28, a resident of Kalpana Colony, Chittattumukku, after he questioned a woman, who was accompanying the accused, for allegedly making inappropriate remarks. The incident happened on Feb 2. Thiruvananthapuram Crime, Weather, Transport & MoreRatheesh went absconding soon after the incident. He also approached a court seeking to quash the case. However, the court dismissed his plea, police…

Kolkata: A Kolkata-based content creator was accused of molesting and assaulting a 22-year-old woman, who used to be a close friend until recently, police said.After an FIR was registered at the Behala PS on Wednesday, he remained on the run for almost a day. Late on Thursday, he was arrested from a hideout in Dum Dum.Kolkata: Assault Case, Kabuliwala Death, Mamata’s Court Move & Emergency Landing Developments”The woman, a south Kolkata resident, claimed the accused confined her to a room for nearly 12 hours after an argument, assaulted her and forced her to stay silent about the incident before letting…

Srinagar, Feb 05: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Thursday stated in the Legislative Assembly that the de-addiction OPD services are functional in all 20 districts of Union Territory. It added that IPD services are available in all nine Government Medical Colleges (GMCs), catering to both male and female patients.These details were provided in response to a starred question raised by MLA Devyani Rana on existing government-run/government-aided and empanelled private/NGO run drug de-addiction and rehabilitation centres.In reply, the government said that drug de-addiction services are being strengthened across the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir under the Health & Medical…

Navi Mumbai: Work at seven construction sites in the Turbhe division was stopped, and action was taken against two developers in Ghansoli after inspections found non-implementation of standard operating procedures on air and noise pollution, officials from Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation said. The action followed directions from municipal commissioner Kailas Shinde to implement effective air pollution prevention measures and to conduct strict inspections at all construction sites in the department office area to ensure work was carried out as per standard procedures. In Ghansoli, the property of Gami & Krishna Enterprises in Sector 3 was sealed. Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis,…

The Gyarah Murti statue at Sardar Patel Marg is an iconic bronze monument depicting Mahatma Gandhi leading a diverse group of people during Dandi March in 1930. Several cities have its replicas and an image even appeared on an older Rs 500 note, cementing its place in India’s visual memory. At the 17th edition of India Art Fair, opening to the public on Friday, a bronze sculpture by Debanjan Roy — inspired by Gyarah Murti — commands instant attention at the entryway of Aicon Contemporary, a New York-based gallery and long-time participant. Roy, a Kolkata-based artist, distils the historic procession…

Bengaluru: In the past two months, a quiet corner of Cubbon Park has transformed into one of Bengaluru’s most sought-after weekend hangouts. Youngsters are lining up for hours to rent bicycles — many returning disappointed — after social media reels showcasing leisurely rides through the park went viral.The cycling activity itself is not new. The Bengaluru Cycle Trails initiative operated inside the park near the Hudson Circle gate since 2019 as a collaboration between the tourism department, horticulture department and the Namma Nimma Cycle Foundation. However, recent online buzz has dramatically amplified interest.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s…

Global universities ranked in the top 500 can now establish full-fledged campuses in India. Image: Shinod Akkaraparambil K K RamachandranIndia stands today at an exciting moment in its education history. Forty million students are enrolled in higher education, and by 2035 that number will rise to 70 million, a population larger than that of many European countries. With this surge in learners and aspirations, India is no longer just expanding education; it is redefining the future of learning for the world’s largest youth population.The University Grants Commission’s (UGC) new regulations allow the world’s best universities to set up campuses in…