Michigan bans smartphones during class: What the new law means for students

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a statewide law restricting smartphone use during instructional time in public schools, formalising a policy shift that will take effect at the start of the 2026 to 2027 academic year.The legislation requires public school districts across Michigan to limit smartphone use during classroom instruction, while allowing students to carry…

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EPFO to soon let facilitators help resolve issues

NEW DELHI: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is soon going to allow ‘EPF Suvidha Providers’ or authorised facilitators who will assist members in accessing benefits and resolving all kinds of issues related to their PF accounts.“The issue will be deliberated in the upcoming meeting of the central board of trustees in Feb. These facilitators…

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Not an essential part of Eid: Calcutta HC refuses to stay cattle slaughter restrictions ahead of festival | India News

The Calcutta high court on Thursday refused to interfere with the West Bengal government’s notification restricting the slaughter of bulls, bullocks, cows, calves and buffaloes ahead of Bakr Eid next week. A division bench comprising chief justice Sujoy Paul and justice Partha Sarathi Sen observed that the notification had been issued in compliance with earlier…

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Yale increases campus security and access restrictions after Brown University and Sydney shootings

Yale University implements heightened security measures and ID access for most buildings following weekend shootings at Brown University and a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney. Yale University announced increased campus security and expanded ID access at multiple buildings and gate entrances following weekend shootings at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, and a Hanukkah celebration in…

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Aditi Rao Hydari wears an archival angrakha kurta and nails modern elegance |

Aditi Rao Hydari showcased timeless style in a 2013 red Anand Kabra ensemble, proving that classic design endures. The outfit featured a striking angrakha-style kurta with intricate gold embroidery, paired with elegant ivory palazzo pants. Minimalist styling, including subtle makeup and delicate gold jhumkas, completed the look, highlighting confidence and the adaptability of well-crafted fashion….

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‘Baseless’: Centre rejects report of Iran seeking return of 3 tankers seized by India in return for Hormuz safe passage | India News

NEW DELHI: A central government source on Monday dismissed as “baseless” a report claiming that India and Iran had discussed the release of three ships seized by New Delhi in exchange for ensuring safe passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. The source also rejected assertions that the vessels were owned by Iran.“This report…

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Tamil Nadu half-yearly exam 2025–26 schedule released for classes 6 to 12: Check dates and timings here

Tamil Nadu half-yearly exam 2025–26 schedule released for classes 6 to 12 The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE), Tamil Nadu, has officially released the half-yearly examination timetable for the 2025–26 academic session, covering Classes 6 to 12. According to the notification, Classes 10 and 12 will begin their exams from December 10, 2025, while Classes…

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