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‘Leaked’ UGC-NET paper that led to cancellation ‘doctored, circulated by school student’

The school student used an app to create a doctored screenshot of the original UGC-NET question paper, backdated 17 June, to earn a few thousand rupees, it is learnt.

IIT-D, government sign MoU for research on  leveraging AI, geospatial tech for rural development

The partnership aims to leverage the power of technology to enhance the operational efficiency and transparency of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) projects.

‘Saffronisation’? IIMC accused of dropping journalist’s course over ‘shallow’ mainstream media remark

Shweta Kothari was told her 16 Dec class on media ethics was cancelled for a 'students' event'. An IIMC alumnus alleges a faculty member made disparaging remarks about the journalist.

Luiz Lula beats President Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil elections, set to return for a 3rd term

In a closely-fought election, Leftist leader Lula bagged 50.9% of votes versus 49.1% for Far-right's Bolsonaro. The 77-year-old Lula's inauguration will take place on 1 Jan.

Not constant monitoring by govt, it’s non-intervention that will help internet safety in India

Proposed amendments to IT rules aim to prioritise safety of digital Indians by appointing a government-controlled grievance appellate committee.

UN calls for dialogue to ensure smooth govt transition in Sri Lanka

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres condemned all acts of violence amid the political unrest in the country. He wants to create further dialogue to resolve the same.

Indian govt can’t introduce quality reforms because it’s ignoring these three issues

The basic structure of the Indian State and governance have remained the same as the British colonial administration in 1947.

Modi govt bans direct selling companies from promoting pyramid, money circulation schemes

Tupperware, Amway and Oriflame are some of the key players in the direct selling industry. The govt Tuesday notified new rules and has given companies 90 days to comply with them.

India can’t afford a hurried resolution on MSP demand. It can cause chaos, long-term damage

A guaranteed MSP can be a procurement scheme, a price deficiency payment option, or a combination of both. What could be the implications for govt and the market?

Off the Cuff with Capt. Amarinder Singh

Our next ThePrint 'Off The Cuff' guest is former Punjab chief minister Capt. Amarinder Singh. In a conversation with Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta, Singh hinted...

On Camera

Asim Munir wants to be guardian of the Middle East. He’s fated to fail at home

Countering insurgency needs the Pakistan Army to demonstrate a political will that ties leaders at the centre with those in the borderlands. But it may not have the imagination.

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

India, US troops to undertake joint military exercise next month, first after Op Sindoor

21st edition of annual joint military exercise will be held from 1 to 16 September, aimed at sharing military tech, operational best practices & disaster relief coordination methods.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.