Government to provide free online coaching for competitive examinations: Here’s what to know

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has announced a new initiative to provide free online coaching to aspirants of major competitive examinations across the country, according to the latest press release by the PIB.. MoU signed with Physics Wallah Foundation The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding…

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Parenting quote of the day: “Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them.” – James Baldwin |

Kids absorb life lessons more through their parents’ behaviors and emotional cues than through mere words. The little things—like how adults handle pressure or demonstrate kindness—play a crucial role in molding a child’s character. By acknowledging their imperfections and committing to growth, parents cultivate an environment of trust, illustrating that values are embodied through actions,…

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‘Nothing new, New Delhi free to … ‘: Kremlin on Trump’s claims India will stop Russian oil after US trade deal

NEW DELHI: India is free to purchase crude oil from any supplier and its efforts to diversify energy imports are not new, the Kremlin said on Wednesday, rejecting suggestions that New Delhi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil.Responding to claims by US President Donald Trump that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to halt…

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Princeton cuts long-term return target on $36 billion endowment, flags deeper spending curbs

Princeton University has reduced its long-term return assumption for its $36 billion endowment, citing changing market conditions and pressure in private equity investments. According to a report by the Financial Times, the university has lowered its expected annual return from 10.2 per cent to 8 per cent. Princeton’s president Christopher Eisgruber said even the revised…

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1,000s stranded on Mumbai-Pune expressway for 32 hours after propylene gas tanker overturns | Pune News

PUNE: Thousands of commuters of all ages and backgrounds had a harrowing time for several hours as traffic on the Pune-Mumbai expressway was disrupted for at least 32 hours after a tanker carrying highly flammable propylene overturned near the Adoshi Tunnel on the Mumbai-bound carriageway around 4.45pm on Tuesday.The accident occurred around 50m ahead of…

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Trouble brewing in machines for coffee chains?

MUMBAI: India’s coffeehouse chains are staring at a troubling brew. A higher customs duty on roasting, brewing and vending machines which is already in place now, will raise costs for companies, hitting their margins.Factor in the rupee depreciation and a wobbly coffee inflation and you have a perfect mix for stirring up a storm in…

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