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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...

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Niti Aayog recommends fully decriminalising 12 offences under new I-T Act to ‘foster more trust’

Recommendations appear in Niti Aayog’s Tax Policy Working Paper Series–II. It says there is a need to shift away from fear-based enforcement to trust-based governance.

Amit Shah announces 7th NSG hub in Ayodhya, near Ram temple, to ensure troops available 24×7

On NSG raising day, Home Minister also opens Special Operation Training Centre at NSG facility in Manesar. Besides NSG troops, it will also train state police forces.

CJI, IPS, IAS & Homebound: A wake-up call 75 years in the making

Education, reservations, govt jobs are meant to bring equality and dignity. That we are a long way from that is evident in the shoe thrown at the CJI and the suicide of Haryana IPS officer. The film Homebound has a lesson too.