‘Be ready for exemplary costs’: SC raps Congress MP Jairam Ramesh for challenging Centre’s office memorandum | India News

NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Thursday reprimanded Congress MP Jairam Ramesh for challenging an Office Memorandum issued by the Centre to implement the apex court’s judgment on retrospective environmental clearance.A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said that since the Office Memorandum was meant to implement an SC judgment, the challenge…

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Bank strike today: Are banks shut amid nationwide Bharat bandh on February 12? | India Business News

The nation is observing a Bharat Bandh on Thursday following a nationwide strike call by a joint forum of central trade unions against the Centre’s alleged anti-worker policies. The strike also involves banking unions.Thus, amid the strike, uncertainty looms over banking operations, with customers across cities unsure whether branches will function normally or face disruptions…

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CBSE to introduce on-screen marking for Class 12 from 2026: What it means for students

What does on-screen marking mean for students? The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that Class 12 answer copies will be evaluated through On-Screen Marking (OSM). It will start with the 2026 board examinations. The decision, notified on February 9, 2026, is aimed at improving accuracy, speeding up evaluation, and bringing greater transparency…

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Mrunal Thakur vs Rakul Preet Singh: Who wore the Juhi Bengani waistcoat-and-skirt set better?

Mrunal Thakur and Rakul Preet Singh were spotted in the same emerald green Juhi Bengani waistcoat and skirt set, sparking a fashion debate. Mrunal opted for a polished, red-carpet ready look with elegant heels and minimal accessories. Rakul, however, embraced a bolder, street-style vibe with combat boots and statement jewelry, showcasing two distinct interpretations of…

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Usman Tariq quit his day job to become Pakistan’s X-factor: Death of a salesman, birth of a cricketer | Cricket News

Pakistan’s Usman Tariq (AP Photo) CHENNAI: If the online troll army is getting worried about Pakistan’s mystery slinger spinner Usman Tariq ahead of India’s blockbuster clash against the neighbours, they have MS Dhoni to blame.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Apparently, Tariq, once a sales-man working in the UAE, changed the course…

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US official signals more weapon system purchases with India ‘in pipeline’

A top US official has said that Washington is preparing to expand defence sales to India, signalling continued momentum in strategic cooperation between the two countries.During a Foreign Affairs Subcommittee hearing, Assistant secretary bureau of South and Central Asian affairs S Paul Kapur, speaking about the growing defence partnership, said that additional purchases of weapon…

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Bharat Bandh: Rahul Gandhi backs workers & farmers; takes ‘grip’ jibe at PM Modi | India News

NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday backed nationwide protests by workers and farmers demanding protection of their rights. He flagged concerns over labour reforms, trade policies, and potential changes to the rural jobs programme MGNREGA.“Workers fear that the four labour codes will weaken their rights. Farmers are apprehensive that the trade agreement will…

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SSC reschedules Multi-Tasking Staff examination 2025 at three centres in Uttar Pradesh: Check details here

SSC MTS exam 2026: The Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) examination 2025 has been rescheduled at three examination centres in Uttar Pradesh following cancellations and postponements earlier this month. The revised dates have now been officially announced, bringing relief to candidates who were left in uncertainty.The affected centres are located in Jhansi and Gorakhpur. All impacted candidates…

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