The first-class degree was the reserve of the very great and is quickly becoming rare. Universities are achieving the best classifications in the UK at levels never witnessed in the history of modern-day academics, leading the regulators, the employers, and the educators to wonder whether academic excellence is being watered down by design.The latest figures…
NEW DELHI: Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday announced his decision to step down from the state’s top job and head to the Rajya Sabha.In a social media post on X, Nitish said he had long harboured a desire to become a member of both Houses of the Bihar Legislative Assembly as well as…
The Haryana Public Service Commission has closed the online application window for the HSIIDC Group B Recruitment 2026 today, February 16. The recruitment drive is being conducted for posts in the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation. Candidates who have not yet submitted their forms must complete the process before the deadline ends tonight.The…
Youth queue to submit applications for temporary police personnel for the upcoming general elections in Kathmandu on Sunday KATHMANDU: Tens of thousands of young Nepalis have applied for temporary jobs policing upcoming elections, the first polls since a youth-led uprising spotlighted the Himalayan nation’s economic woes.Nepal estimated it suffered losses of about $586 million and…
Al Pacino, the legendary actor behind iconic roles in ‘The Godfather’ and ‘Scarface’, has long been a symbol of Hollywood grit and intensity. He recently revealed a shocking truth: despite earning millions, he hit rock bottom financially in his 70s, forcing him to take roles in films he knew were poor just to survive. This…
In the aftermath of the US-Israel war with Iran and the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, videos showing Iranians celebrating with a YMCA-style group dance while waving Shah-era Iranian, US, and Israeli flags have gone viral on social media. The scenes, largely emerging from diaspora communities, reflect jubilation among Iranians who opposed the Islamic Republic…
European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen will sign the Mercosur trade deal in Paraguay on January 17, Brussels said Sunday. The EU gave a long-delayed go-ahead Friday to the huge trade pact with the South American bloc — overriding opposition led by key power France.More than 25 years in the making, supporters see the…
In India, cricket is not just a game but a religion. And so, it’s no wonder that after India winning the T20 World Cup 2026, all eyes are on the men in blue winning the coveted trophy and their lady loves. One such star performer in the final match was Indian cricketer Ishan Kishan. But…
CBSE class 10 social science 2026: Faculty-backed tips for students Social Science is often misunderstood as a test of memory. In the CBSE Class 10 board exam, it is more accurately a test of judgement. What to write. What to leave out. Where to pause. How to structure an answer so that the examiner sees…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said there are no issues with overseas players travelling for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL), even as concerns were raised due to the situation in the Gulf region. The tournament is scheduled to begin on March 26 and is set to include several foreign players, including those from Australia.The…
