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14 May 2019
FaridabadPolling-agent, arrested for influencing voters, asked woman to 'pick' lotus
On Sunday, a polling agent was arrested in Faridabad for trying to influence at least three female voters inside the booth. Had it not been for a video, which went viral, the man might have remained scot-free.
14 May 2019
India#HealthBytes: 5 Indian foods to help you lose weight
Weight loss isn't about sacrificing meals or fasting. In fact, these practices might turn out to be health-defying.
13 May 2019
Faridabad2019 elections: Polling agent arrested for influencing voters in Faridabad
In an incident which casts doubts on the fairness of elections, a man was arrested for trying to influence voters in Faridabad.
13 May 2019
IndiaEngineering aspirants not so interested in IITs anymore? Here's why
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has long been a reputed institution among young aspirants (and their parents, too). Out of India's top 10 engineering colleges, 8 are IITs.
13 May 2019
India#CareerBytes: CA v/s CMA- Differences, career prospects, salaries, and more
The demand for finance professionals has been on the rise not only in India but across the world.
13 May 2019
Mehbooba MuftiKashmir: Local rapes three-year-old during iftar, people protest on streets
Once again, humanity has hit a new low. This time, in Kashmir.
13 May 2019
RajasthanRajasthan: Assaulted by in-laws, woman walks naked to file complaint
A disturbing incident, which shows women are treated as second class citizens, was reported from Rajasthan's Churu.
13 May 2019
ChhattisgarhFive popular IAS officers who later turned into politicians
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after Civil Service of the country.
13 May 2019
Yogi AdityanathSold by father, gang-raped, ignored by cops, woman burns self
A woman, hailing from Uttar Pradesh's Hapur is fighting for her life after she set herself on fire.
13 May 2019
India26-year-old girl, arrested for sharing Mamata Banerjee's meme, moves SC
When governments fail citizens, they turn towards the courts. And Priyanka Sharma is following the same path.
12 May 2019
India#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items that can help you quit smoking
One of the worst addictions humankind suffers from, smoking is awfully bad for your mental and physical well-being. It can lead to life-threatening respiratory issues, cause strokes, and even dreadful cancers.
12 May 2019
IndiaIndians are increasingly searching for online dating, more than matrimony
Google recently released its "Year in Search - India: Insights for Brands" report, giving a glimpse of Indian internet consumption.
12 May 2019
IndiaInspiring stories of 5 IITians that prove nothing is impossible
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), comprising Main and Advanced exams, is the gateway to admission to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
12 May 2019
Aadhaar CardNot using your Aadhaar card? It might get deactivated
With so many government welfare schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.
12 May 2019
IndiaStories of 5 IAS officers who turned into entrepreneurs
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after Civil Service of the country.
12 May 2019
India#HealthBytes: 5 home remedies to get rid of skin pores
Skin pores are basically open pits on your face, caused due to factors like aging, stress, sun exposure, excess oil, or genetic reasons.
12 May 2019
India#CareerBytes: Five mobile apps to prepare for AIIMS MBBS entrance
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is the dream destination for medical aspirants in the country. AIIMS MBBS Entrance Exam is the gateway to admission to AIIMS campuses across India.
11 May 2019
IndiaCBSE Class X, XII marksheets now available on DigiLocker
Central Board of Secondary Education has now made certificates of Classes X and XII available on DigiLocker for students to download.
11 May 2019
India#CareerBytes: Top 5 colleges for BCom (Hons.) under Delhi University
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) is one of the most popular undergraduate courses among commerce stream students in the country.
11 May 2019
IndiaFive tips to grow thick beard, faster and better
Growing a long and thick beard could be challenging.
11 May 2019
IndiaBoy, born with no hands, clears Class X with 72%
Like every year, this year too we read several stories of fighters who have cleared their boards, despite facing much difficulty.
11 May 2019
IndiaIPS officer, who cracked Nirbhaya gang-rape case, gets leadership award
On 17 December 2012, India woke up to a horrific crime, one which hung humanity's head in shame. A 23-year-old physiotherapy student was brutally gang-raped on a moving bus in Delhi.
11 May 2019
IndiaInspiring stories of 5 differently-abled people who cracked UPSC CSE
The Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is one of the most challenging competitive exams.
11 May 2019
OdishaCyclone Fani: Living without electricity, residents protest on streets
On May 3, Cyclone Fani made landfall in Odisha and left a trail of destruction. As the coastal state is struggling to pick up its pieces, residents are losing cool, and naturally so.
11 May 2019
IndiaIITians who quit high-paying jobs to work in social sector
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are the country's premier engineering institutes and most people join IITs with a dream of landing jobs with fat pay packages at top companies.
11 May 2019
India#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items that can help you quit smoking
One of the worst addictions humankind suffers from, smoking is awfully bad for your mental and physical well-being. It can lead to life-threatening respiratory issues, cause strokes, and even dreadful cancers.
10 May 2019
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism CorporationNew IRCTC rule: Change boarding station 4 hours before departure
Have a confirmed train ticket but want to change your boarding point? Now you can!
10 May 2019
IndiaIAF jets force aircraft from Pakistan to land in Jaipur
The Indian Air Force's Sukhoi fighter jets on Friday intercepted an Antonov An-12 heavy cargo plane coming from the Pakistani airspace, trespassing into the Indian territory.
10 May 2019
JEEClass X topper, an app developer, wishes to join IIT
After the Central Board of Secondary Education declared the Class X results on Monday, 25 students, who scored 498 marks out of 500, were placed at the second rank all over the country.
10 May 2019
India#CareerBytes: Decoding the CA exam pattern changes made by ICAI
In India, Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most sought-after and toughest professional courses. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) provides the three-level CA program, comprising Foundation, Intermediate, and Final courses.
10 May 2019
Narendra ModiFather of Pulwama martyr wants development, not politicization of forces
The entire country mourned martyrdom of 40 CRPF soldiers this year. On February 14, the soldiers became victims of the worst ever terror attack to hit Kashmir in decades.
10 May 2019
AhmedabadAhmedabad shocker: Minor raped his 14-year-old classmate, got her pregnant
In a shocking incident which casts doubts on how we are raising our kids, a minor in Ahmedabad was booked for raping his classmate.
10 May 2019
India#CareerBytes: IAS officers and some of their lesser-known perks, privileges
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after Civil Service of the country.
10 May 2019
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)CBSE Class X results: Verification, re-evaluation and other details
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), in a circular released on Tuesday, has laid out the details for the verification of marks, re-evaluation of evaluated answer books, and obtaining the photocopy of answer books for Class X students.
10 May 2019
Supreme Court Of IndiaAyodhya case: Mediators given time till August 15 by SC
It came for the hearing, somebody wanted more time, extension was granted. Yes, we are talking about the sensitive Ayodhya case.
10 May 2019
India#CareerBytes: Career path of Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after service among the Civil Services of the country.
10 May 2019
Health & Wellness#HealthBytes: 10 food items to get rid of oily skin
Everyone desires a flawless, supple and beautiful-looking skin.
09 May 2019
India#HealthBytes: Tips for having sex with a new partner
As much as it feels exciting, getting intimate with a new partner can be quite intimidating and pretty stressful.
09 May 2019
India#SupremeInjustice: Kavanaugh and Gogoi's episodes show women are rarely heard
The temple of justice, India's Supreme Court, turned out to be a big disappointment in the last couple of days.
09 May 2019
Ghaziabad15-year-old, who lost father, brother day before boards, scores 92.4%
The day before a board exam is extremely stressful for any student but imagine experiencing a traumatic incident on that day.