Education Minister breaks silence on CBSE OSM row, says issue will be fixed
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has broken his silence on the controversy surrounding CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. "I take responsibility. It will be fixed, a solution will be found. We are all working on that task," he said. He assured students and parents that "no one will be spared" if irregularities are found in the evaluation process.
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Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has broken his silence on the controversy surrounding CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. "I take responsibility. It will be fixed, a solution will be found. We are all working on that task," he said. He assured students and parents that "no one will be spared" if irregularities are found in the evaluation process.
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CBSE shares AI pic to 'prove' OSM portal is secure as 19-year-old hacks it, criticised
CBSE faced criticism for sharing an AI-generated image to 'prove' its OSM portal is secure after a 19-year-old Class 12 student hacked it. Indian-American investor Deedy Das called the move "painfully embarrassing", while startup founder Nilesh Trivedi said, "This is the UIDAI playbook. Simply deny there's any problem." "Generating an AI image shows you lack respect for criticism," Das added.
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02:08 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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CBSE faced criticism for sharing an AI-generated image to 'prove' its OSM portal is secure after a 19-year-old Class 12 student hacked it. Indian-American investor Deedy Das called the move "painfully embarrassing", while startup founder Nilesh Trivedi said, "This is the UIDAI playbook. Simply deny there's any problem." "Generating an AI image shows you lack respect for criticism," Das added.
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Committee formed to probe if devotees’ donations were used to pay VIP bills at Kedarnath
A committee has been formed to investigate allegations that the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) used devotees’ donation money to pay accommodation and food bills of VIP guests visiting Kedarnath Dham. The controversy began after social media posts claimed bills of prominent devotees were paid from the temple committee’s account. “This won’t be tolerated at all,” the BKTC chairman said.
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02:07 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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A committee has been formed to investigate allegations that the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) used devotees’ donation money to pay accommodation and food bills of VIP guests visiting Kedarnath Dham. The controversy began after social media posts claimed bills of prominent devotees were paid from the temple committee’s account. “This won’t be tolerated at all,” the BKTC chairman said.
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Delhi facing water shortage as Yamuna river channel dries up: Report
Delhi is facing a water shortage of 90-100 million gallons/day (mgd), according to officials cited by HT. The crisis persists despite Haryana releasing an additional 55 cusecs of water through the Munak canal system, as the Yamuna river channel supplying Delhi with 210 cusecs has completely dried up. This pegs the deficit at roughly 150-155 cusecs or 90-100 mgd.
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02:27 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Delhi is facing a water shortage of 90-100 million gallons/day (mgd), according to officials cited by HT. The crisis persists despite Haryana releasing an additional 55 cusecs of water through the Munak canal system, as the Yamuna river channel supplying Delhi with 210 cusecs has completely dried up. This pegs the deficit at roughly 150-155 cusecs or 90-100 mgd.
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Voted here for yrs: Illegal migrant on Bengal's deportation drive
Mafuza Khatun, originally from Bangladesh's Khulna district, said she has lived in India for years and voted. Mafuza claimed she had Aadhaar and voter ID cards prepared through local political and municipal channels. "Now our voter IDs have been cancelled," she added. This comes as Illegal Bangladeshi migrants gathered at border points amid BJP government's "detect, delete and deport" policy.
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02:22 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Mafuza Khatun, originally from Bangladesh's Khulna district, said she has lived in India for years and voted. Mafuza claimed she had Aadhaar and voter ID cards prepared through local political and municipal channels. "Now our voter IDs have been cancelled," she added. This comes as Illegal Bangladeshi migrants gathered at border points amid BJP government's "detect, delete and deport" policy.
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Sachin Tendulkar praises Sooryavanshi for his 97(29), says 'Nothing short of spectacular'
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar praised RR's 15-year-old opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his 97(29) against SRH in IPL 2026 Eliminator. Sachin wrote, "His bat swing has been outstanding. What’s even more remarkable is how beautifully he clears...front foot to create room for balls aimed at...legs. This freedom allows him to play the way he does...That innings was nothing short of spectacular!"
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02:19 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar praised RR's 15-year-old opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his 97(29) against SRH in IPL 2026 Eliminator. Sachin wrote, "His bat swing has been outstanding. What’s even more remarkable is how beautifully he clears...front foot to create room for balls aimed at...legs. This freedom allows him to play the way he does...That innings was nothing short of spectacular!"
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Taxi driver's 'Shimla-like' AC hack goes viral amid heatwave
A taxi driver's desi AC hack during the ongoing heatwave has gone viral on social media. The clip circulating online shows a water spray setup directed towards the car’s AC condenser area to help cool the system. Passengers praised the setup for delivering "Shimla-like cooling" inside the cab despite soaring temperatures outside.
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02:13 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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A taxi driver's desi AC hack during the ongoing heatwave has gone viral on social media. The clip circulating online shows a water spray setup directed towards the car’s AC condenser area to help cool the system. Passengers praised the setup for delivering "Shimla-like cooling" inside the cab despite soaring temperatures outside.
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Lamborghini trolls Ferrari over EV designed by iPhone designer
Laborghini trolled Ferrari after the latter faced criticism globally over its first fully-electric vehicle, 'Luce', which Apple's iPhone designer Jony Ive designed. "Proud to keep you dreaming," Lamborghini wrote, sharing pictures of its Aventador sports car in the same colour as the launch colour of Luce. "Shots fired," an X user replied, while another said, "Ferrari lost it this time."
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02:44 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Laborghini trolled Ferrari after the latter faced criticism globally over its first fully-electric vehicle, 'Luce', which Apple's iPhone designer Jony Ive designed. "Proud to keep you dreaming," Lamborghini wrote, sharing pictures of its Aventador sports car in the same colour as the launch colour of Luce. "Shots fired," an X user replied, while another said, "Ferrari lost it this time."
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Giribala Singh trained in cyber forensics, might have tampered with evidence: HC
While cancelling the anticipatory bail of former judge Giribala Singh in Twisha Sharma death case, the Madhya Pradesh HC also made observations about her specialised training in cybercrime, cyber forensics and crime scene management. The court added that the possibility of Singh using her expertise to tamper with evidence and influence the course of the investigation cannot be ruled out.
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02:33 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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While cancelling the anticipatory bail of former judge Giribala Singh in Twisha Sharma death case, the Madhya Pradesh HC also made observations about her specialised training in cybercrime, cyber forensics and crime scene management. The court added that the possibility of Singh using her expertise to tamper with evidence and influence the course of the investigation cannot be ruled out.
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Praggnanandhaa beats world number one Carlsen, says 'Don't think it's such a big win'
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated world number one Magnus Carlsen in a classical chess match at Norway Chess 2026. "Honestly, I don’t think it’s such a big win...I got lucky in the end," Praggnanandhaa said. The win comes two years after Praggnanandhaa had beaten Carlsen at the same tournament in what was his first classical victory over Carlsen.
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02:56 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated world number one Magnus Carlsen in a classical chess match at Norway Chess 2026. "Honestly, I don’t think it’s such a big win...I got lucky in the end," Praggnanandhaa said. The win comes two years after Praggnanandhaa had beaten Carlsen at the same tournament in what was his first classical victory over Carlsen.
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Trump refiles $10 bn suit against WSJ over report on Epstein ties
US President Donald Trump has refiled a defamation lawsuit seeking at least $10 billion in damages against The Wall Street Journal over its reporting on his alleged ties to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In April, a judge dismissed the earlier lawsuit over the matter. The case centres on an article claiming Trump's signature appeared on 2003 birthday greeting for Epstein.
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02:53 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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US President Donald Trump has refiled a defamation lawsuit seeking at least $10 billion in damages against The Wall Street Journal over its reporting on his alleged ties to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In April, a judge dismissed the earlier lawsuit over the matter. The case centres on an article claiming Trump's signature appeared on 2003 birthday greeting for Epstein.
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02:53 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Indian man on death row in Saudi returns home after ₹34 crore 'blood money' deal
Abdul Rahim has returned home in Kerala on Eid after spending nearly 20 years in Saudi prison in a case linked to accidental death of a teenager under his care. He was sentenced to death but pardoned after victim's family accepted ₹34 crore as 'blood money'. Blood money is monetary compensation offered to victim's family in exchange for a pardon.
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02:52 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Abdul Rahim has returned home in Kerala on Eid after spending nearly 20 years in Saudi prison in a case linked to accidental death of a teenager under his care. He was sentenced to death but pardoned after victim's family accepted ₹34 crore as 'blood money'. Blood money is monetary compensation offered to victim's family in exchange for a pardon.
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Why does US keep attacking Iran's Bandar Abbas?
Iranian broadcaster IRIB on Thursday reported several loud explosions in vicinity of Bandar Abbas. It's a port city on Iran's southern coast, located around 70 km from Strait of Hormuz and home to Iran's most significant naval infrastructure. Whoever controls Bandar Abbas controls approaches to Strait of Hormuz. Bandar Abbas is where Iran's ability to threaten Gulf shipping is headquartered.
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02:50 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Iranian broadcaster IRIB on Thursday reported several loud explosions in vicinity of Bandar Abbas. It's a port city on Iran's southern coast, located around 70 km from Strait of Hormuz and home to Iran's most significant naval infrastructure. Whoever controls Bandar Abbas controls approaches to Strait of Hormuz. Bandar Abbas is where Iran's ability to threaten Gulf shipping is headquartered.
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02:50 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Renowned poet Bashir Badr passes away aged 91
Renowned poet Bashir Badr has passed away at the age of 91. His famous works include 'Yunhi Koi Bewafa Nahi Hota'. Bashir Badr, who was considered a master of the modern ghazal, was awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to Urdu literature. He was battling dementia for a long time.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
03:14 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Renowned poet Bashir Badr has passed away at the age of 91. His famous works include 'Yunhi Koi Bewafa Nahi Hota'. Bashir Badr, who was considered a master of the modern ghazal, was awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to Urdu literature. He was battling dementia for a long time.
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BMC must act: BJP leader on goat sacrifice in Mumbai societies on Bakrid
BJP leader Kirit Somaiya on Thursday claimed that goat sacrifice (Qurbani) was being carried out in housing societies in Mumbai, including areas like Mankhurd, Deonar, and Govandi, despite designated slaughter locations. He urged the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and police to take action. This comes after the BMC cancelled a goat sacrifice ritual at a housing society in Goregaon.
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03:14 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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BJP leader Kirit Somaiya on Thursday claimed that goat sacrifice (Qurbani) was being carried out in housing societies in Mumbai, including areas like Mankhurd, Deonar, and Govandi, despite designated slaughter locations. He urged the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and police to take action. This comes after the BMC cancelled a goat sacrifice ritual at a housing society in Goregaon.
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03:14 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Karnataka's longest-serving CM Siddaramaiah resigns
Siddaramaiah has resigned as Chief Minister of Karnataka, ending his second tenure after three years. He was asked to step down by the Congress high command to make way for current Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. In January 2026, he became the longest-serving CM of Karnataka, surpassing D Devaraj Urs' record.
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Siddaramaiah has resigned as Chief Minister of Karnataka, ending his second tenure after three years. He was asked to step down by the Congress high command to make way for current Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. In January 2026, he became the longest-serving CM of Karnataka, surpassing D Devaraj Urs' record.
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Didn't expect row, content correct: Academic earlier barred by SC over Class 8 book
Michel Danino, one of the three NCERT academics earlier barred for life by Supreme Court over a controversial chapter on judiciary in Class 8 social science book, said he didn't expect the "controversy". Danino stated the content was "correct" and he stands by it. Last week, SC recalled its March 11 order that called for disassociating from three academicians.
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03:11 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Michel Danino, one of the three NCERT academics earlier barred for life by Supreme Court over a controversial chapter on judiciary in Class 8 social science book, said he didn't expect the "controversy". Danino stated the content was "correct" and he stands by it. Last week, SC recalled its March 11 order that called for disassociating from three academicians.
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Viral buffalo resembling Trump shifted to B'desh zoo after being spared from Eid sacrifice
A rare 700-kg albino buffalo in Bangladesh, nicknamed Donald Trump for resembling the US President, has been spared from Eid al-Adha sacrifice after government intervention. Bangladesh's Home Ministry said that the buffalo would instead be transferred to the National Zoo in Dhaka, where it will now live under official care. The zoo has also assigned a caregiver to the buffalo.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
03:23 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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A rare 700-kg albino buffalo in Bangladesh, nicknamed Donald Trump for resembling the US President, has been spared from Eid al-Adha sacrifice after government intervention. Bangladesh's Home Ministry said that the buffalo would instead be transferred to the National Zoo in Dhaka, where it will now live under official care. The zoo has also assigned a caregiver to the buffalo.
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03:23 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Tensions erupt at Durgadi Fort during Eid prayers in Maha's Kalyan
Tensions erupted during Eid prayers on Thursday at Durgadi Fort in Maharashtra’s Kalyan area after members of Hindu organisations and Shiv Sena workers gathered near the site while prayers were underway. The administration had temporarily stopped Hindu devotees from entering the fort’s Durgadevi Temple during the prayers, triggering protests. Notably, the fort houses both a temple and an Eidgah.
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03:21 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Tensions erupted during Eid prayers on Thursday at Durgadi Fort in Maharashtra’s Kalyan area after members of Hindu organisations and Shiv Sena workers gathered near the site while prayers were underway. The administration had temporarily stopped Hindu devotees from entering the fort’s Durgadevi Temple during the prayers, triggering protests. Notably, the fort houses both a temple and an Eidgah.
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In twist in Nikki Bhati's dowry murder case, her parents reach settlement with in-laws
The parents of Nikki Bhati, the woman who was allegedly burnt alive by her in-laws in a shocking dowry murder case in Greater Noida, have settled with her in-laws. As part of a Panchayat-brokered settlement, Nikki's sister Kanchan, who was married into the same family, will return to her marital home. Further, property would be transferred to Nikki's son's name.
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News By: Shalini ojha
03:43 pm Thursday, 28 May 2026
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The parents of Nikki Bhati, the woman who was allegedly burnt alive by her in-laws in a shocking dowry murder case in Greater Noida, have settled with her in-laws. As part of a Panchayat-brokered settlement, Nikki's sister Kanchan, who was married into the same family, will return to her marital home. Further, property would be transferred to Nikki's son's name.
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