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[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Druk Padma Karpo School, famously known as "Rancho’s School" from the film 3 Idiots, has finally secured CBSE affiliation more than 20 years after it was established.Located in Ladakh’s cold desert region, the school had been pursuing the clearance even before Ladakh became a Union Territory.The school, which featured memorably in 3 Idiots in 2009, faced multiple delays and rejections over the years. It was previously affiliated with the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE)."We have finally got the CBSE affiliation after delay of several years and our first batch of class 10 students is now waiting for their CBSE board exam results," school principal Mingur Angmo told PTI.Despite having strong infrastructure, excellent academic records, the school struggled to obtain the required No Objection Certificate (NOC) from JKBOSE for many years."Though we had all the […]

[ad_1] Russia launches nearly 150 drones on Ukraine as Trump questions Putin's commitment to peace Russia launched a massive wave of drone attacks and airstrikes across Ukraine overnight into Sunday, killing at least four people and wounding several others, Ukrainian officials said.Three people were killed and four injured in airstrikes on Kostyantynivka in the Donetsk region, according to the regional prosecutor's office. Another person died and a 14-year-old girl was wounded in a drone attack on Pavlohrad in the Dnipropetrovsk region, which was targeted for the third straight night, local Governor Serhii Lysak said.The latest attacks came just hours after Russia claimed to have regained full control over areas of the Kursk region seized by Ukraine last August. However, Ukrainian officials said fighting there was still ongoing.Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump cast new doubt over Russian President Vladimir Putin's willingness […]

[ad_1] Akhilesh Yadav slams UP government after tires thrown at SP MP Ramjilal Suman's convoy (Pic credit: IANS) NEW DELHI: Tires were hurled at the convoy of Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Ramjilal Suman at the Gabhana Toll Booth on the GT Road between Aligarh and Delhi on Sunday, allegedly by Karni Sena activists, police said. The attack caused a collision involving several vehicles that had slowed down at the toll plazaPolice forces were immediately deployed to the spot. "No one was hurt in the incident," additional SP City MS Pathak confirmed. He said several protestors have been booked, and Suman was safely escorted away from the area.According to police, Suman was travelling from Agra to Bulandshahr to visit Sohana village, where reports of atrocities against Dalits had recently emerged. However, after the toll booth incident, police stopped him from proceeding […]

[ad_1] Today's top stories highlight major developments in politics, security, and international relations. Pakistan has called for the involvement of Russia, China, and Western nations in probing the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has officially taken over the investigation into the attack, intensifying efforts to gather evidence and question witnesses. Meanwhile, a horrific incident in Vancouver has claimed the lives of nine people when an SUV crashed into a crowd at a street festival. While in Canada, a bomb scare on an IndiGo flight led to the detainment of a Canadian passenger. In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Russian drone attacks continue to escalate, causing fatalities and raising tensions globally.Here are the top five stories:Pakistan seeks Russian, Chinese involvement in Pahalgam terror attack probePakistan has called for the involvement of Russia, China, and […]

[ad_1] Mumbai: Mumbai Indians' bowler Jasprit Bumrah celebrates the wicket of Lucknow Super Giants' batter Abdul Samad during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 cricket match between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, in Mumbai. (PTI Photo/Shashank Parade) The biggest takeaway from Sunday's match at Wankhede Stadium was Jasprit Bumrah. The Indian speedster is well and truly back and is doing what he does best - shattering stumps. The magnificent Bumrah returned with exceptional bowling figures of 4 for 22 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).Bumrah struck in his first over, picking up the wicket of Quinton de Kock. In his second over, he was greeted by Marcus Stoinis with a massive six, but he kept things under control.The spearhead returned for his second spell in the 16th over and picked up three wickets to seal the deal for Mumbai Indians. […]

[ad_1] Mumbai Indians players after the win at Wankhede stadium. (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: Five-time champions Mumbai Indians etched their name deeper into Indian Premier League history on Sunday, becoming the first team to register 150 victories in the tournament's history. Under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, MI cruised past Rishabh Pant’s Lucknow Super Giants with a dominant 54-run win at the Wankhede Stadium. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!With this triumph, Mumbai Indians now have 150 wins and 121 losses from 271 matches, further cementing their status as the most successful team in IPL history.Who's that IPL player?The victory was also MI's fifth on the trot this season, propelling them to second place in the ten-team points table with 12 points from 10 games (six wins and four defeats).PollDo you think Mumbai Indians will […]

[ad_1] Senthil Balaji and K Ponmudy (right) / File photos NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu ministers Senthil Balaji and K Ponmudy quit the chief minister MK Stalin-led Cabinet on Sunday, reported news agency PTI, citing Raj Bhavan. Governor RN Ravi has accepted the resignation of both the leaders.SS Sivasankar has been additionally assigned the Electricity portfolio. S Muthusamy will also handle Prohibition and Excise. RS Rajakannappan will now oversee Forests and Khadi and has been appointed as the minister for forests and khadi. Additionally, the CM Stalin has recommended the induction of T Mano Thangaraj, MLA from Padmanabhapuram assembly Constituency, into the Cabinet. The swearing-in ceremony for the new minister designate is scheduled for Monday, April 28 at Raj Bhavan, Chennai.The resignation of the two ministers comes as both the DMK leaders face legal challenges, with the Supreme Court on Thursday […]

[ad_1] Mumbai: Mumbai Indians' captain Hardik Pandya with teammate Corbin Bosch at the end of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 cricket match between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, in Mumbai. Mumbai won the match by 54 runs. (PTI Photo/Shashank Parade) After their commanding victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya made a noteworthy revelation about his limited bowling contribution on Sunday, having bowled only one over on Sunday.Hardik bowled the ninth over of the match. He was greeted by LSG opener Mitchell Marsh with consecutive boundaries but recovered strongly, conceding just two singles in his subsequent four deliveries. At the post-match presentation ceremony, when questioned about bowling only one over, the Mumbai Indians skipper replied, "I bowl when I am required."Hardik then elaborated on his decision to hold back and […]

[ad_1] Himanta Biswa Sarma and Gaurav Gogoi (File photo) NEW DELHI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday posted a series of pointed questions on X, asking a Congress CM whether he had spent 15 continuous days in Pakistan and whether his wife was drawing a salary from an NGO based in the neighbouring country. Without naming anyone, Sarma also raised doubts over the citizenship status of the MP's wife and their children. "Questions for the Hon'ble Member of Parliament from the Congress Party: 1. Did you visit Pakistan for a continuous period of 15 days? If so, could you kindly clarify the purpose of your visit?" the Assam chief minister wrote on X. Sarma further questioned, "If so, may we ask why a Pakistan-based organisation is paying a salary for activities conducted in India?" He alleged that the […]