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Chhattisgarh: Man electrocutes wife's private-parts suspecting affair, kills her
A man, who serves as a cook in Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF), was taken into custody for allegedly killing his wife by electrocuting her, after he suspected she was having an extra-marital affair.
'Husband locked me up': Airhostess told friends minutes before 'suicide'
Minutes before allegedly jumping from the terrace of her Delhi home last week, a Lufthansa airhostess had messaged a friend saying her husband had locked her in a room, and sought help from her, police said.
To prevent leaks, CBSE considers using encrypted question papers
To avoid a repeat of this year's leak of question papers, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is planning to use encrypted question papers from next year.
6 ways school students can improve their math skills
Math can be a tricky subject for many school students who struggle to understand core concepts, which can lead to confusion and discourage them from learning math.
This website is all you need for government-schemes, jobs, exams
The central and state governments roll out several schemes, implement various initiatives and policies for citizens.
Humanity wins! Bus staff, conductor save a 68-year-old's life
A collaborative effort by a conductor, driver and passengers helped save a sexagenarian's life, who suffered a cardiac-arrest on board the bus.
Gurugram vs. Noida: A battle of being the best
The residents of Gurugram and Noida - touted as the next-gen cities - have always been at loggerheads on which city has the best job opportunities, civic amenities, housing, social life, and safety to offer.
#HealthBytes: Simple hacks to help you get good quality sleep
Sleep-deprivation is known to cause a whole host of serious health problems such as stroke, diabetes, indigestion, to name a few.
#FinancialBytes: How to file I-T Return in case of job-change?
In order to file the income tax, if one has changed jobs, the final figures of payable tax has to be arrived at, considering all the employers, the current and the previous ones.
Mumbai: Uber driver threatens to assault woman, she files complaint
Akancha Srivastava, a noted speaker and cyber safety expert, narrated her upsetting experience with Uber on Twitter, and it once again raises concerns about women safety in the country.
Bihar: Women, children shelters to get transgender security guards
State-funded shelter homes for women and children in Bihar may get transgender security guards as the government has instructed authorities to prefer them during recruitment.
How to check your Aadhaar enrolment/update status
With more and more government services requiring your Aadhaar ID, getting an Aadhaar number has virtually become mandatory.
Engaged with authorities abroad to bring back Kohinoor: Govt
The government is engaged with relevant authorities abroad to explore ways to bring back the Kohinoor diamond and other Indian antiquities, Union Minister VK Singh said today.
Kerala: Rape-survivor, accused falsely, represents self in court, wins
In a show of courage, a 30-year-old rape survivor fought her own case and the Kerala High Court ruled in her favor.
Over 300 corruption cases registered by CBI this year: Govt
As many as 314 corruption cases have been registered by the CBI between January and June this year, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said informed Lok Sabha today.
1,006 deaths in India in May-June due to thunderstorms, floods
Over 1,000 people lost their lives in May and June due to natural calamities like thunderstorms and floods in India, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said today.
IAF pilot dies in MiG-21 crash in Himachal Pradesh
A MiG-21 fighter jet crashed in Mehra Palli village in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district today, killing an Indian Air Force pilot, officials said.
Driving license, pollution-certificates can now be carried in digital form
On Tuesday, the government announced that driving licenses and pollution control certificates can now be carried in digital forms.
Over 200 central govt officers punished for non-performance, says govt
As many as 225 central government officers have been punished for non-performance.
J&K: 100 terrorists, 43 security personnel killed in 6 months
A total of 100 militants and 43 security personnel were killed in Jammu and Kashmir in the first six months of this year, Union Minister Hansraj Gangaram Ahir said today.
#CareerBytes: 5 online digital marketing courses for aspiring professionals
With customers steadily becoming more receptive to online transactions and businesses putting in a considerable amount of effort into building their online presence, digital marketing is gaining momentum as a promising arena to explore for both entrepreneurs and students.
Anyone can enter: SC on women-entry ban in Sabarimala Temple
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court said the ban on women entry in Kerala's Sabarimala shrine is against the Constitution.
Govt to release unemployment data in next 2 months
The government today informed the Rajya Sabha that it will come out with unemployment data from 2016 in the next two months.
Tamil Nadu: Russian woman sexually assaulted in Tiruvannamalai; 6 booked
Six people have been detained for allegedly sexually assaulting a 21-year-old Russian woman, who is in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai on a tour.
This BJP MLA shows there's no age to getting educated
When, during school visits, he emphasized that studies should be taken seriously, something pinched him.
#HealthBytes: 5 simple home remedies for headaches
With long working hours, pressures of meeting deadlines, and fast-paced lifestyles, headaches can be quite common these days.
"Don't take coercive step against Kanhaiya till July 20"
Delhi HC today directed JNU not to take any coercive step on a fine imposed against its former Students' Union President Kanhaiya Kumar till July 20.
Smell the coffee: The trend #TalkToAMuslim will hardly solve problems
The Indian political discourse has been reduced to Hindu-Muslim debate, quite, unfortunately. Whatever happened to development, a united opposition and other pressing issues is a question for science fiction writers.
Odisha: Four arrested for looting money using fake Facebook account
Four persons were arrested for allegedly looting Rs. 6L from businessman Bikash Agrawal (32) of Odisha's Naupada district.
Delhi: Husband of dead air-hostess didn't reveal he was divorced
In the latest development in the alleged suicide case of 39-year-old air-hostess in Delhi, the police said she didn't know about her husband's first marriage and was likely upset over it.
UP: Son kills mother, pierces eyes, for not giving money
In a horrific incident, a 30-year-old man allegedly killed his mother late on Monday night in Sonbarsa village, about 20 km from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, for not giving him money.
Apps should collect minimal data like Aadhaar does: TRAI Chairman
TRAI Chairman RS Sharma has said that some apps collect more-than-required data and customers are unaware of what is being done with it.
Unique questions papers planned for competitive exams like JEE, NEET
The new National Testing Agency (NTA) is looking to change how important examinations like JEE Mains, NEET, and UGC NET are conducted in the country.
Greater Noida: Three dead after buildings collapse, many feared trapped
On Tuesday night, an under construction six-storey building fell on another four-storey one in Greater Noida's Shahberi village, killing three.
#CareerBytes: 6 online courses to help you become a filmmaker
Filmmaking is one of the most exciting career options today and the film industry generates huge employment opportunities.
How to apply for a Voter ID card online?
In India, the Election Commission prevents election fraud by issuing a unique voter ID card to eligible citizens.
#FinancialBytes: A step-by-step guide to Income Tax return filing
July 31 is the last date to file your income tax, and if you fail to do it on or before that, a penalty of upto Rs. 10,000 would be levied.
Delhi-HC directs JNU to declare admission-results of MPhil, Ph.D. courses
The Delhi HC today directed JNU to declare the admission results for M.Phil and Ph.D. courses for the current academic session, barring the 5% unfilled seats for students with disabilities.
Chennai: Men accused of raping 11-year-old thrashed in court
Out of the 17 men accused of raping an 11-year-old girl with hearing disability for seven months in Chennai, some were thrashed by a group of lawyers today.
#CareerBytes: Hone your skills with these add-on courses from DU
Delhi University offers a plethora of short-term add-on courses that are aimed at adding that "extra" edge to the regular degrees, keeping affordability and availability in mind.