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  • Telangana SSC Class 10 Admit Cards Released: Download Now!

    Telangana SSC Class 10 Admit Cards Released: Download Now!

    The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana has made it easy for students by releasing the admit cards for the 10th-grade final exams. If you’re ready for the exam, you can get your admit card from the official website: [bse.telangana.gov.in](http://bse.telangana.gov.in).

    Important Exam Dates:
    The Telangana 10th-grade exams will start on March 21, 2025.

    How to Download Your Admit Card:
    1. Go to the BSE Telangana website: bse.telangana.gov.in.
    2. Click on the link to download the hall ticket on the homepage.
    3. Enter your login details.
    4. Click submit and your hall ticket will appear.
    5. Don’t forget to print it for the exam!

    The first day of the exams will cover the First Language subjects, and the tests will be held from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

    Things to Know:
    – In all subjects except English and science, you will answer multiple-choice questions in the last 30 minutes.
    – For the Third Language English paper, the multiple-choice section will be part of the main paper.
    – For Physical and Biological Sciences, you’ll answer multiple-choice questions in the last 15 minutes of the test.

    Good luck with your studies and exams!

  • Trump Proposes Nuclear Talks with Iran: A Peaceful Path Forward

    Trump Proposes Nuclear Talks with Iran: A Peaceful Path Forward

    US President Donald Trump has announced that he sent a letter to Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, to discuss a possible nuclear deal. In an interview with Fox Business News, Trump said, “I hope you’re going to negotiate because if we have to go in militarily, it’s going to be a terrible thing.”

    The White House confirmed that Trump has invited Iranian officials to talks about their nuclear program. The detailed interview will be shown on Sunday. Trump expressed his desire to negotiate a deal instead of going to war, mentioning, “I would rather negotiate a deal… We can make a deal that would be just as good as if you won militarily.”

    He added that the time to act is now, saying, “Something’s going to happen one way or the other.” Trump emphasized that negotiating would be better for Iran and suggested they should consider his letter. He reminded everyone that Iran shouldn’t have nuclear weapons.

    Iran claims its nuclear activities are for peaceful purposes, but as tensions with the US grow, Iranian officials are hinting at developing nuclear weapons. Iran’s state-run news agency reported Trump’s comments, but there has been no response from Khamenei’s office.

    The Trump administration has stressed preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons, especially after a new report suggested Iran is producing more uranium suitable for weapons.

  • Ranya Rao Arrested: Concerns Over Alleged Abuse in DRI Custody

    Ranya Rao Arrested: Concerns Over Alleged Abuse in DRI Custody

    Karnataka actress Ranya Rao was arrested at Kempegowda International Airport on March 3 for allegedly smuggling 14.8 kilograms of gold from Dubai. After her arrest, a photo showing her with swollen eyes and bruises started spreading on social media. This raised questions about whether she was treated badly while in custody of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI).

    The chairperson of the Karnataka State Commission for Women, Nagalakshmi Chaudhary, responded to concerns about Ranya’s condition. She said they cannot investigate unless Ranya files an official complaint. Chaudhary strongly condemned any violence against Ranya, emphasizing that no one should ever be assaulted.

    She stated that if Ranya decides to file a complaint, the commission will look into it and help her. For now, without a complaint, they can’t take any action.

    Meanwhile, Ranya is in DRI custody for three days, as the agency wants to check where the smuggled gold came from and who was supposed to receive it. They mentioned possible connections to “anti-national activities.”

  • Trump’s Game Plan to Save Federal Jobs and Improve Efficiency

    Trump’s Game Plan to Save Federal Jobs and Improve Efficiency

    Former President Donald Trump is stepping in to address a wave of job cuts happening in U.S. federal departments. This situation is happening because of a new initiative called the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, which aimed to save money by reducing staff.

    Many lawmakers and federal workers are unhappy with the layoffs, so Trump has told DOGE to focus on keeping the most productive employees. He wants to make sure that people who truly contribute value to the government stay in their jobs.

    During a meeting at the White House, Trump spoke with key advisors, including Elon Musk, who leads DOGE. Trump suggested that the layoffs might have been too severe, and he wants a more careful approach. Instead of making broad cuts, he believes they should be more thoughtful.

    After the meeting, Trump posted on Truth Social, saying that as secretaries get to know their teams better, they will be able to make better decisions about who to keep and who to let go. The idea is to cut only unneeded positions while retaining valuable workers.

  • WHO Offers Early Retirement to Cut Costs After US Exit

    WHO Offers Early Retirement to Cut Costs After US Exit

    The World Health Organization (WHO) has asked its older workers to think about retiring early to save money. This comes after the United States announced it would leave the WHO. The email sent to employees says that workers aged 55 or older can take a special deal: if they accept, they will receive four months’ pay and leave the job by July 15.

    Typically, WHO workers can retire at 65 years old. However, those who joined before 2014 can retire at 62, and those hired before 1990 can retire at 60. If they accept the early retirement, these workers will need to work for three more months to help pass on their tasks. They will also receive payment for 45 days of vacation time they didn’t use. If they are international workers, they will get money to help them move back to their home countries.

    This is part of WHO’s plan to save money after the U.S. cut its funding significantly. The U.S. has contributed $1.3 billion to WHO since 2022, helping the organization fight diseases like HIV, polio, Ebola, and the recent Marburg virus outbreak. WHO’s Director General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, disagreed with the U.S. decision, saying the reasons given for leaving are not based on facts.

    While this early retirement plan could save money, it might also mean the loss of some of WHO’s most skilled workers. It’s still uncertain whether the organization will need to lay off any employees if not enough choose to retire early.

  • SBI PO Prelims 2025: Exam Date, Admit Card & Important Guidelines

    SBI PO Prelims 2025: Exam Date, Admit Card & Important Guidelines

    The State Bank of India (SBI) is set to hold the SBI PO Prelims Exam on March 8, 2025. If you’ve signed up to take this exam, make sure to download your admit card, which will be available starting February 28, 2025. You can get your admit card by visiting the SBI website at sbi.co.in.

    Here are some important things you need to know before the exam:

    – Bring Extra Photos: You need to take two extra photographs that are the same as the one you put on your admit card. If you don’t have your photo stuck on the admit card or the two extra photos, you won’t be allowed to take the exam.

    – Photo Identity Proof: Bring an ID that proves who you are. This can be a passport, Aadhaar card, PAN card, driver’s license, voter ID, bank passbook with a photo, or school/college ID. You must also have a photocopy of this ID that you’ve signed.

    – Stay Honest and Respectful: If you’re caught cheating, pretending to be someone else, or causing trouble during the exam, you could face serious consequences. This means you might be banned from this exam and any future ones conducted by the bank.

    – Leave Electronics at Home: You can’t bring mobile phones, tablets, calculators, or any electronic devices into the exam area. Make sure to leave these things at home to avoid issues.

  • Madras University November 2024 Results Release Date and How to Check

    Madras University November 2024 Results Release Date and How to Check

    The University of Madras will announce the results for the November 2024 exams on March 7, 2025. If you took the UG, PG, Professional, or OT (Sanskrit) exams, you can find your results on the university’s official website at unom.ac.in.

    Here’s how you can check your results easily:

    1. Go to the official website of Madras University: unom.ac.in.
    2. Look for the link for UG or PG results on the homepage and click on it.
    3. A new page will open. Enter your login details.
    4. Click ‘Submit’, and your result will be shown.
    5. Check your result and download the page if you want.
    6. It’s good to keep a printed copy for future reference.

    According to the latest announcement, students who joined the UG courses in the academic year 2022-2023 and those in PG/Professional courses from 2023-2024 can apply for re-evaluation of their exam papers through their respective colleges. The re-evaluation link will be open from March 10 to March 14, 2025. If you want to apply for re-evaluation, you need to pay ₹1000 for each paper, either through a demand draft made out to “The Registrar, University of Madras” or online.

    UG students can only request re-totalling of their marks. This can also be done from March 10 to March 14, 2025. To apply for re-totalling, you need to pay ₹300 for each subject, using a demand draft or online payment.

  • Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin Yojana: Empowering Women with ₹17,500 Crore!

    Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin Yojana: Empowering Women with ₹17,500 Crore!

    The Maharashtra government has given over Rs 17,500 crores to 2.38 crore women through the Ladki Bahin Yojana by December 2024, just five months after starting the program. This information was shared in the government’s Economic Survey report presented in the assembly.

    The Ladki Bahin Yojana, launched in August 2023 by the previous Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, helps eligible women receive Rs 1,500 every month directly into their bank accounts. This program supports women aged 21 to 65, aiming to boost their jobs and help them become more independent. It also focuses on improving health and nutrition for women and the children who rely on them.

    This scheme was important in helping the Mahayuti alliance, which includes the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, to win 230 out of 288 assembly seats in the November 2024 elections. During the campaign, Mahayuti leaders promised to raise the monthly support from Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,100.

    However, some opposition members have questioned whether this program is financially possible, especially since Maharashtra has a big deficit of Rs 2 lakh crore.

    As of March 2024, there are over 16 lakh self-help groups (SHGs) in Maharashtra. Many of these groups are for women, helping them save and get loans. In the year 2024-25, women SHGs borrowed around Rs 10,475 crores and saved Rs 1,404 crores.

    The report also mentioned that the Maharashtra State Commission for Women received complaints about various issues, including marriage problems, harassment, and crimes against women. The rate of crimes against women has slightly increased from 75 per 1 lakh in 2022 to 77 per lakh in 2023.

  • Amit Shah Honors Tamil Culture and Urges Education in Tamil Language

    Amit Shah Honors Tamil Culture and Urges Education in Tamil Language

    On Friday, Amit Shah, India’s Union Home Minister, praised Tamil culture, language, and traditions, emphasizing they are a vital part of India’s identity. He spoke at the 56th raising day parade of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in Thakkolam.

    Shah highlighted that the whole country recognizes the importance of Tamil language and culture, especially during discussions about federalism and language identity in Tamil Nadu. This state has a history of resisting the push for Hindi and has fought for the pride of the Tamil language since the 1900s, wanting more control over how their language is used in schools and government.

    During his speech, Shah announced the CISF training center will be renamed after the brave Chola warrior, Rajaditya Chola. He expressed his admiration for Rajaditya, saying he dedicated his life to protecting his culture and shared tales of bravery from the Chola kingdom.

    Shah also hopes Tamil Nadu will join other states in offering medical and engineering courses in their own language. He believes this will help the Tamil people connect more with their roots and provide equal opportunities. He encouraged the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu to make this vision a reality, noting that no steps have been taken yet towards this goal.

  • India Urges UK to Address Security Breach During Jaishankar’s Visit

    India Urges UK to Address Security Breach During Jaishankar’s Visit

    The spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Randhir Jaiswal, said on Friday that the UK needs to take serious action regarding the security breach during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to London. Jaiswal’s comments came after the UK Foreign Office released a statement about the incident.

    India has expressed serious worries to the UK about the security disruption caused by some extremists in the UK during Jaishankar’s visit. “We have clearly told UK authorities that we are very concerned about what happened,” Jaiswal said at a press conference.

    He also pointed out that this issue is bigger than just the one incident. It shows a larger problem and how certain groups are allowed to act without facing consequences. Their actions can make it difficult for India to carry out its diplomatic work in the UK. Jaiswal noted that while they appreciate the UK’s statement about the incident, the true measure of its seriousness will be the actions they take against those responsible for this and similar events.