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The Times of India India needs flexible, less stressful exam system: Pradhan

NTA maintains 'leak' of NEET-UG exams in Patna was localised, supported by Bihar Police investigation. CBI to probe irregularities, but NTA opposes cancellation unless SC intervenes.

The Times of India HC cuts jail term in Pocso case for lack of ‘valid reason’

Partly allowing the appeal filed by the accused, 27, from Chikkamagaluru, a division bench comprising Justices Sreenivas Harish Kumar and CM Joshi, however, increased the fine slapped on him by a special court from Rs 5,000 to Rs 25,000. The accused had befriended a minor girl in his neighbourhood. In June 2016, he sexually assaulted her repeatedly. The accused had befriended a minor girl in his neighbourhood. In June 2016, he sexually assaulted her repeatedly.

The Times of India HC cuts jail term in Pocso case for lack of ‘valid reason’

Partly allowing the appeal filed by the accused, 27, from Chikkamagaluru, a division bench comprising Justices Sreenivas Harish Kumar and CM Joshi, however, increased the fine slapped on him by a special court from Rs 5,000 to Rs 25,000. The accused had befriended a minor girl in his neighbourhood. In June 2016, he sexually assaulted her repeatedly. The accused had befriended a minor girl in his neighbourhood. In June 2016, he sexually assaulted her repeatedly.

The Times of India Custody death: Autopsy finds injury marks on man’s body

Autopsy, conducted by three doctors, found 14 severe injuries on his body. These included a blue patch around his left eye and bruises on his neck, arms, thighs, scapular region, buttocks, and lower back. Blood was also oozing from his nose. The cause of death was stated as "coma due to antemortem head injury." Aakash Kumar, 28, from Nagla Pachiya, was arrested by cops last Monday on suspicion of bike theft and sent to jail on Wednesday. Just 40 hours later, he was dead.

The Times of India Custody death: Autopsy finds injury marks on man’s body

Autopsy, conducted by three doctors, found 14 severe injuries on his body. These included a blue patch around his left eye and bruises on his neck, arms, thighs, scapular region, buttocks, and lower back. Blood was also oozing from his nose. The cause of death was stated as "coma due to antemortem head injury." Aakash Kumar, 28, from Nagla Pachiya, was arrested by cops last Monday on suspicion of bike theft and sent to jail on Wednesday. Just 40 hours later, he was dead.

The Times of India NEET stir: Cong expels 5 for ink attack on Odisha unit chief

Five Congress members in Odisha, including a woman, were expelled for an ink attack on state unit president Sarat Pattanayak. Pattanayak accused BJP of engineering the attack due to Congress protests against the alleged NEET-UG paper leak.

The Times of India Amid 'darknet' threat, NTA now in complete meltdown

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is facing challenges due to the darknet threat, impacting the safe delivery of exams and the academic calendar. Staff are uncertain about conducting exams on time amid concerns about agency cohesion.

The Times of India Computer-based tests more secure than pen-paper mode exams: Experts

Under scanner, NTA officials acknowledged challenges of conducting exams securely in both formats despite adhering to all security protocols. They suggested a year-round exam model similar to scholastic aptitude test (SAT) conducted by college board, educational testing service in the US, allowing candidates to appear multiple times and use their best score for college admissions. Former HRD minister Ramesh Pokhriyal had mentioned the possibility of biannual and digital NEET-UG exams, but he later retracted his statement.

The Times of India NEET-PG row: After waste of time & money fear of a wasted yr

The postponement of the NEET-PG exam has caused distress and financial losses for candidates like Neha Tabassum, highlighting the challenges faced by aspiring medical students due to the lack of clarity and communication from the authorities.

The Times of India 2 Maharashtra teachers booked, charged under new law against leaks

One of the ZP teachers, aged 40, is posted at Takli in Madha tehsil of Solapur district and the other, aged 34, is a headmaster with a ZP school at Katpur in Latur. The instructor is posted at Omerga-based ITI in Dharashiv district. The fourth suspect is from Delhi and has, so far, been identified by his pseudo name Gangadhar. One of the ZP teachers, aged 40, is posted at Takli in Madha tehsil of Solapur district and the other, aged 34, is a headmaster with a ZP school at Katpur in Latur.

The Times of India 2 Maharashtra teachers booked, charged under new law against leaks

One of the ZP teachers, aged 40, is posted at Takli in Madha tehsil of Solapur district and the other, aged 34, is a headmaster with a ZP school at Katpur in Latur. The instructor is posted at Omerga-based ITI in Dharashiv district. The fourth suspect is from Delhi and has, so far, been identified by his pseudo name Gangadhar. One of the ZP teachers, aged 40, is posted at Takli in Madha tehsil of Solapur district and the other, aged 34, is a headmaster with a ZP school at Katpur in Latur.

The Times of India Only 813 of 1,563 who got gracemarks take NEET-UG re-exam

813 out of 1,563 candidates took the NEET-UG re-exam, with some opting for original scores. NTA debarred 17 candidates from Bihar, bringing the total debarred to 110.

The Times of India ABVP: Students have right to know why NEET-PG called off

ABVP general secretary Yagyawalkya Shukla demanded explanations from both the government and the National Board of Education regarding the sudden postponement of the exam just hours before it was due to be held on June 23 morning. "It has accordingly been decided, as a precautionary measure, to postpone the NEET-PG Entrance Examination, scheduled to be held on 23rd June 2024. The fresh date of this examination will be notified at the earliest," the ministry said.