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UGC Promotion of Equity Regulations 2026 On January 13, 2026, the University Grants Commission notified the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026, replacing the earlier 2012 anti-discrimination framework. The new rules aim to curb caste-based discrimination in higher education by turning it into an enforceable governance issue rather than...

Photo credit: ANI US President Donald Trump on Monday extended his heartfelt greetings to India on the occasion of 77th Republic Day, describing the relationship between the two countries as a “historic partnership” between the world’s oldest and largest democracies.In a message shared on X by the US Embassy in India, Trump said, “On behalf...

<img src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-127544708,imgsize-1068811,width-400,resizemode-4/bangladesh-tribunal.jpg" alt="Bangladesh crisis: Ex-police chief among 3 cops sentenced to death for protest crackdown" title=" Bangladesh tribunal (AP image) ” decoding=”async” fetchpriority=”high”> Bangladesh tribunal (AP image) A Bangladesh court on Monday sentenced Dhaka’s fugitive former police chief and two senior officers to death for crimes against humanity over the killing of six protesters during...

Days after UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to New Delhi, Abu Dhabi has reportedly abandoned its deal with Pakistan for the management and operations of Islamabad International Airport.According to a report by Pakistan daily Express Tribune, the plan was shelved after the UAE failed to identify a local partner to whom...

NEW DELHI: European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday, a successful India makes the world “more stable, prosperous and secure,” after attending India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path, a day ahead of the India–EU summit.Von der Leyen and European Council president Antonio Costa attended the Republic Day parade as chief...

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities, the top stock picks for the Budget week week are Hindustan Unilever, and Ashok Leyland. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty for the Budget 2026 trading week starting January 27, 2026:Nifty View:From its...

NEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force flypast stole the spotlight at the 77th Republic Day parade, captivating spectators from start to finish. The aerial segment began with a ceremonial flower shower and continued through a series of meticulously coordinated formations showcasing the IAF’s speed, precision and combat readiness. A total of 29 aircraft participated in...

Indian cricketers in Guwahati on Sunday. (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has delivered a ringing endorsement of the current Indian T20 side, declaring that it looks “almost impossible to beat” as the defending champions continue their ruthless march ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.Go Beyond The Boundary with...

NEW DELHI: India marked its 77th Republic Day on Monday with ceremonies across the country commemorating the adoption of the Constitution. The celebrations highlighted India’s democratic journey, cultural heritage and military strength. Kartavya Path in New Delhi remained the focal point of the national event, drawing top leadership, foreign dignitaries and thousands of spectators.President Murmu...

Oracle’s Larry Ellison believes the AI race is becoming a commodity due to shared internet data. He argues the future lies in leveraging private enterprise data, a move Oracle is heavily investing in with massive infrastructure plans. While competitors are also building enterprise AI, Oracle’s existing database dominance could be key to its success in...