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Are exams killing the habit of reading for understanding?

As India debates learning outcomes and skill readiness, a quieter crisis is unfolding in classrooms, students are reading less for comprehension and more for survival. The trend is prompting questions about attention spans, assessment models, and the future of learning.

2026-01-05T02:41:18Z

Nancy Guthrie case: FBI makes headway in probe, finds black glove near Savannah's mother's house — top 10 updates

FBI agents found a black glove near Nancy Guthrie's home, which may lead to the masked suspect in the kidnapping of Savannah's mother. The glove reportedly resembles those worn by the armed assailant seen on video and was located about 1.5 miles from her residence.

2026-02-12T02:30:34Z

Kerala Fire and Rescue team saves peacock after electric shock; video wins hearts online

Every life matters - human or animal. A video showing Kerala Fire and Rescue officers saving a wild peacock after it suffered an electric shock is now going viral on social media, and for good reason. The clip has left many people emotional, with viewers calling the officers’ quick action a true example of compassion. The video, shared by Malayalam news channel Reporter Live on Instagram, shows Fire and Rescue personnel from Palakkad bringing...

2026-02-12T01:44:54Z

What went wrong for Pierre Wolnik? Wingsuit world champion dies at 37 in Mont Blanc parachute accident

French wingsuit world champion Pierre Wolnik died at 37 after his parachute failed to open during a helicopter jump near Mont Blanc. The accident happened on Monday, and emergency crews could not save him. French Parachuting Federation president Yves Marie Guillot paid tribute with a heartfelt message. Authorities have launched an investigation into the fatal skydiving incident.

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Massive fire engulfs waste cloth godown in Panipat; no casualties

According to police, the area where the fire broke out was a thickly populated area, and residents were evacuated as a precautionary measure

2026-02-12T01:33:25Z

Cess and surcharge money spent to benefit states: FM Sitharaman

NEW DELHI: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday rejected the criticism by states over cesses and surcharges, arguing that it was in line with the Constitutional provisions and the money collected through these levies was spent on schemes that benefited the states.While responding to the discussion on the Budget in the Lok Sabha, FM said...

2026-02-12T02:16:18Z

Five earlier, now ten? Trump’s claim on India-Pakistan conflict shifts again — what he said now

US President Donald Trump again claimed he prevented a "nuclear war" between India and Pakistan, now saying 10 jets were shot down, up from earlier figures of five, seven and eight. Citing tariffs as leverage, the US president sought credit for peace efforts; however, India has denied any third-party mediation.

2026-02-12T02:31:29Z

Terror module busted in Punjab’s Amritsar; IED, pistol recovered

The accused has been identified as Shubham Kumar alias Shubham Srivastav, a resident of village Sarosa in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh.

2026-02-12T01:37:38Z

Saif Ali Khan was ‘worried’ about kids Sara and Ibrahim’s Islamic roots after divorce with Amrita Singh: ‘Never compelled her to convert’

Saif Ali Khan had admitted that he never forced his first wife Amrita Singh to convert to Islam. But what actually happened on their nikaah day. Let s find out.

2026-02-09T02:34:04Z

Expired packaged food seized after helpline plaint

Jaipur: Food safety officials in Jaipur foiled an attempt to sell expired packaged food after a complaint was received through the state's 181 helpline Wednesday. Acting on the alert, a team from the Commissionerate of Food Safety and Drug Control raided Messrs Athlete Distributor in the Kho Nagoriyan area and seized a large stock of expired produc...

2026-02-12T01:40:08Z

Rajpal Yadav receives Rs 1.11 crore financial support from music producer Rao Inderjeet Singh after surrendering at Tihar Jail

Rajpal Yadav, who is known for his memorable performances in films such as Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Hungama and Welcome, is currently going through a difficult phase in his personal life. While his on-screen journey has been marked by comic brilliance, his recent legal and financial struggles have highlighted the need to stand by artists beyond the spotlight.

2026-02-10T16:55:58Z

India-Pak showdown: U-turn triggers ad up-turn

U-turn triggers upturn in ad rates. For advertisers and broadcaster JioStar, the India–Pakistan showdown is less a cricket match and more a commercial supernova.

2026-02-12T02:12:27Z

Stocks in news: HUL, HAL, Lenskart, BHEL, Ather Energy, Bharti Airtel

Markets traded lacklustre, ending almost unchanged after a recent surge, with analysts expecting further consolidation but a positive overall tone. Several companies like HUL, HAL, and Bharti Airtel were in focus due to Q3 results and news developments, including LG India's profit decline and Lenskart's profit surge.

2026-02-12T01:18:41Z

Why did Karan Johar sue YouTuber CarryMinati? Vulgar comments against Bollywood and a show called Koffee With Jalan

Director Karan Johar recently filed a suit against YouTube star Ajey Nagar, popularly known as CarryMinati, for his videos that allegedly defamed him.

2026-02-11T05:04:03Z

US House votes to block Trump's tariffs on Canada — what happens next?

The resolution brought by the Democrats was approved by a vote of 219 to 211, with six Republicans voting in favour of the effort against Donald Trump. Even if the resolution passes the US Senate, it is likely to be vetoed by the President.

2026-02-11T23:45:33Z

Lawyer shot dead inside Rampur District Panchayat office; clerk arrested

A lawyer was shot dead in broad daylight inside the District Panchayat office in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur on Tuesday. The incident has sparked outrage among the local legal community. The deceased, identified as Advocate Farooq, had reached the office after his wife, Gausia, who works there as a clerk, called him following a heated argument with another clerk, Asgar Ali, a resident of Milak Tahavvar village in the Patwai police station area....

2026-02-12T03:00:50Z

Ranveer Singh extortion threat update: Officials say voice note to 'Dhurandhar' star was sent using VPN

Mumbai Police are investigating a voice note extortion threat sent to actor Ranveer Singh via WhatsApp, reportedly using a VPN. Security has been enhanced for the actor. This follows similar threats to Aayush Sharma and recent gunshots outside Rohit Shetty's residence, highlighting a concerning trend of intimidation tactics targeting Bollywood personalities.

2026-02-12T01:25:49Z

Buddha relics from Devnimori return following Sri Lanka display

Sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha return to India after historic exposition in Sri Lanka

2026-02-12T00:41:58Z

Stolen vehicles found at authorised vehicle scrapping centre

Officials said that following a tip off, the police from Madhuban Bapudham and Sihani Gate police stations raided Seven-Star Auto Scrapping Centre around 2am

2026-02-11T23:17:21Z

India-US trade deal: White House removes 'pulses', gives breather on $500 billion clause

NEW DELHI: A day after releasing a fact sheet on the trade deal with India, the White House revised it to say that India "intends" to buy more than $500 billion of US products, instead of having "committed" to: a substitution which will help PM Modi govt rebut the charge that it had given in to Trump administration's tariff aggression.After the rev...

2026-02-12T01:46:17Z

Breakaway yen keeps dollar under the cosh

In the current foreign exchange landscape, the US dollar is experiencing challenges from the surging yen, resilient yuan, and steady Australian dollar. As traders keep a watchful eye on forthcoming job and inflation statistics from the US, there’s a renewed sense of hope concerning global economic growth.

2026-02-12T01:49:11Z

James Van Der Beek's death: The early sign of colon cancer that Dawson’s Creek star overlooked

James Van Der Beek, best known for Dawson’s Creek, died at 48 from colon cancer. James had said he overlooked early bowel changes, which he then attributed to coffee. His diagnosis highlights rising early-onset colorectal cancer cases and the importance of screening, as subtle digestive symptoms can signal serious disease.

2026-02-12T02:31:27Z

Fire erupts at Pune high-rise, no casualties so far

Fire brigade officials said that the fire erupted in flat number 1702 on the 17th floor of ‘C’ building at Kohinoor Presidentia housing society, causing thick smoke to emanate which alarmed residents and passersby alike.

2026-02-12T01:48:24Z

2026-02-12T02:30:03Z

Trump's 'Midnight Hammer' warning for Iran after White House talks with Netanyahu: 'Last time'

President Donald Trump's threats come at a time when US warships have been dispatched to the region and America and Iran have been negotiating over the nuclear deal.

2026-02-11T23:31:21Z

US prepares second aircraft carrier for West Asia deployment amid Iran tensions: Report

The Pentagon has directed a second aircraft carrier strike group to prepare for possible deployment to West Asia as the United States weighs military options against Iran, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. The newspaper, citing three US officials, said the move comes as President Donald Trump considers tougher action if ongoing diplomatic efforts with Tehran fail. One of the officials told the Journal that a deployment order...

2026-02-11T21:41:15Z

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'Can't you ever ask anything else?': Siddaramaiah loses cool, demands to not be asked about Karnataka leadership change

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said both he and his deputy DK Shivakumar would follow any decision taken by the Congress high command regarding the leadership issue. His remarks come in the wake of comments by Shivakumar’s brother, former MP DK Suresh, who had suggested that leaders joining the party from outside were often given priority. “Can’t you (media) ask anything other than this (leadership change issue)? You don’t...

2026-02-12T03:02:27Z

2026-02-12T01:44:07Z

Bharat bandh on Feb 12: Will Bengaluru’s Namma Metro, public buses be hit by nationwide strike today?

The February 12 Bharat Bandh may disrupt services across Bengaluru, affecting banks, offices and schools. Namma Metro is expected to operate normally, though delays are possible near protest sites. Moreover, buses, autos, and taxis could face disruptions.

2026-02-12T01:16:25Z

Open manhole death in Rohini: Cops lodge 'negligence' case

Locals allege manhole was open for weeks and covered only after incident. Case follows recent Janakpuri sewer pit death that triggered safety concerns across Delhi.

2026-02-11T22:35:23Z

Gold rate today (February 12, 2026): Check prices of 24K, 22K & 18K in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad & other major cities

Gold Rate Today: Gold prices surge across India as MCX futures jump and global cues strengthen; check latest city-wise rates and expert insights.

2026-02-12T02:16:25Z

Mumbai’s new mayor vows crackdown on illegal Bangladeshi hawkers

Outlining her governance approach, Tawde said she will conduct surprise visits across Mumbai, to assess ground realities. Inspections will extend to hospitals, schools and civic infrastructure

2026-02-12T00:23:14Z

Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, other industry figures offer support to Rajpal Yadav after he surrenders in jail

India, Feb. 11 -- Several prominent figures from the Hindi film industry, including Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn, have come forward to support actor Rajpal Yadav after he surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5 in connection with a decade-old Rs 9-crore cheque bounce case.

2026-02-11T18:48:00Z

Toyota issues another recall in US for over 141,000 vehicles affected by door defect — here's all we know

Toyota has recalled more than 141,000 vehicles due to a door defect that may lead to injury. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notified of an issue with the electrical system recently.

2026-02-12T01:30:17Z

Why Brett Kavanaugh is the conservative Supreme Court judge most likely to stop Trump: expert

Conservative Supreme Court journalist and SCOTUSblog founder Adam Feldman wrote on Wednesday that — when it comes to determining the outcomes of cases important to President Donald Trump — Justice Brett Kavanaugh is the judge most likely to split from his Republican leader. On the other hand, Justice Neil Gorsuch is the one most likely to dissent f...

2026-02-11T16:37:50Z

Why Rajpal Yadav couldn’t repay his Rs 9 cr debt despite earning in crores, having a 30-year career

Why is rajpal Yadav in Tihar jail? Explore the Rs 9 crore debt saga, his Rs 1 crore reported fee for Baby John, and why industry stars like Salman Khan are stepping in to help.

2026-02-11T13:04:07Z

Who is Nirmit Jesrani? Viral neighbour living next to Amitabh Bachchan’s Rs 120-crore Jalsa who met Big B personally; watch video

Nirmit Jesrani, who lives next to Amitabh Bachchan's Juhu bungalow Jalsa, met the Bollywood megastar. Jesrani's viral video of Bachchan's Sunday fan greeting led to a personal invitation. He shared a memorable experience, receiving photos and an autograph. Bachchan's humility touched Jesrani. This fan moment turned into a cherished memory for the neighbour.

2026-02-10T06:48:17Z

Decoding 3-hour deadline for companies to axe flagged AI-made posts

The latest IT rules in India now bring artificial intelligence under legal oversight for the first time. Intermediaries must act faster to remove flagged unlawful content, including deepfakes targeting women and children. The amendments also introduce a labelling mandate for AI-generated audio, visual, or audio-visual content.

2026-02-12T00:35:19Z

Clavicular reportedly escapes conviction after Arizona authorities drop felony fake ID and drug charges

Arizona prosecutors dropped felony and misdemeanor charges against Clavicular after his Scottsdale arrest for allegedly using a fake ID. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office said there was “no reasonable likelihood of conviction,” according to The New York Times. Clavicular, who streams on Kick, called the arrest “political persecution.” He remains a controversial online figure.

2026-02-12T00:10:57Z

We have taken full responsibility: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on Janakpuri pit death

Over the last 12 months, Rekha Gupta noted that the administration discovered challenges as the seasons changed.

2026-02-12T01:06:13Z

'No information': Mexican president on US' cartel drone incursion claim

Mexico's president said Wednesday that her government was investigating the US shutdown of a border airport, which US officials linked to a Mexican cartel drone breach of US airspace.

2026-02-11T18:05:39Z

Attorney General Pam Bondi deflected questions on Epstein files across 5-hour hearing

The hearing before the House Judiciary Committee lasted more than five hours and was marked by heated exchanges with both Democrats and some Republicans.

2026-02-12T02:54:54Z

Behind Assam’s contentious special revision: Why over 10 lakh names have been deleted from voter list

CEO Anurag Goel says final figures align with house-to-house surveys, even as thousands of "third-party" objections were summarily dismissed during the process

2026-02-12T03:02:12Z

Which countries are the most corrupt, and where does India stand in 2025?

A recent report titled Global Transparency has revealed where countries stand corruption wise in 2025, highlighting the countries most affected and those where corruption has increased the most. Here is a closer look.

2026-02-11T14:11:21Z

Rahul Gandhi joins ministers’ briefing outside Parliament, they walk off - awkward moment caught on camera

An awkward moment unfolded at the Parliament premises when central ministers walked away during a press briefing after being interrupted by Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday.

2026-02-12T06:46:25Z

Man says he was in driving seat in Kanpur Lamborghini crash, court rejects

Mohan, the alleged designated driver of the luxury sports car, said he lost control of the vehicle when Shivam, who was on the adjacent seat, suffered a sudden seizure.

2026-02-11T17:47:15Z

Four arrested over running marine job scam in Noida

Officials said the suspects were arrested fromtheir fake marine officefollowing multiple complaints filed against the suspects from states including Kerala, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh

2026-02-11T23:47:16Z

JEE Main result 2026 postponement sparks concern among aspirants

The last-minute postponement of the result date has left aspirants in limbo. They are now looking for possible reasons behind the delay in the result announcement.

2026-02-12T01:16:25Z