Centre warns of online booking scams targeting pilgrims, tourists

Strong 5.8 earthquake in Afghanistan sends tremors across north India

Half of student visas revoked by US are of Indians: Report

The US faces scrutiny for its increasing visa revocations and SEVIS terminations targeting international students, disproportionately affecting Indians. AILA reports 50% of such cases involve Indian students, raising concerns about arbitrary actions. Despite a surge in Indian students pursuing US education, anecdotal evidence suggests a decline in aspirations.

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JEE Main scores out: NTA withholds results of 110 candidates for unfair means

The JEE (Main) 2025 Session 2 results have been declared, with 24 candidates achieving a perfect 100 percentile. However, the NTA has withheld the results of 110 candidates involved in unfair practices such as impersonation and document forgery. Additionally, results of 23 candidates have been kept on hold due to discrepancies in biometric and personal data. The NTA reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and urged all candidates to adhere strictly to examination rules.

Seelampur teen who was stabbed to death went out to buy food for his mother

In Seelampur, New Delhi, Kunal, a 17-year-old, was fatally stabbed. This incident sparked outrage among local residents. They protested, demanding justice and increased safety. The community cited rising violence and a lack of police action. Residents expressed fear and some considered leaving the area. Heavy police presence was deployed to manage the tension. The investigation is underway.

Watch: MP teacher serves alcohol to students, advises mixing with water

Fire breaks out in Prayagraj tent supplier warehouse

A fire erupted early Saturday in a Prayagraj warehouse storing tenting materials used for the recent Maha Kumbh. Located in the Parade Ground area, the blaze prompted a swift response, with six water tenders deployed and reinforcements arriving. While no casualties were reported, nearby worker Rahul described hearing cylinder explosions.

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JEE Main result toppers list: 24 candidates score 100% across states

The JEE (Main) 2025 Session 2 results have been declared by NTA at jeemain.nta.nic.in. A total of 24 students secured 100 percentile, with Rajasthan contributing the highest number of toppers. The results reflect combined performance across January and April sessions, with the best score considered. NTA also released category-wise cut-offs for JEE (Advanced) 2025 eligibility. Candidates can access their scorecards online, while Paper 2A and 2B results will be announced separately.

Anurag Kashyap responds to backlash over Brahmin comment

Filmmaker and actor Anurag Kashyap has issued a public apology on Friday night after his controversial remark about the Brahmin community sparked widespread outrage. The comment was made amid the ongoing Phule controversy, and drew sharp criticism across social media platforms. Taking to Instagram, Kashyap shared a detailed note addressing the backlash and the threats received by his loved ones.

Indian student in Canada shot dead in Hamilton shooting

Harsimrat Randhawa, a 21-year-old Indian student at Mohawk College, tragically died after being struck by a stray bullet at a Hamilton bus stop. She was an innocent bystander caught in a shootout between two vehicles. Police are investigating the homicide and appealing for public assistance with dashcam or security footage from the area.

JEE Main 2025 session 2 results declared: Check cut-offs here

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 results for Paper 1 on jeemain.nta.nic.in. Out of over 14.75 lakh candidates who appeared, 24 secured a perfect 100 percentile, with Rajasthan producing the highest number of toppers. Cut-off scores for JEE Advanced eligibility were also announced. The exam saw over 93% attendance and was conducted across 531 centres with strict security measures to ensure fairness and transparency.

Pat McAfee slammed for airing false rumour about Ole Miss student, triggers outrage

Pat McAfee faces criticism for sharing an unverified rumor about an Ole Miss student, Mary Kate Cornett, on his show, leading to online harassment. Cornett accuses McAfee of defamation and causing emotional distress, potentially leading to legal action.

Infosys fires 240 trainees: You have not … : says HR’s email

Infosys has recently fired 240 trainees after they failed internal assessment tests, following a similar layoff of over 300 trainees in February. The company is offering affected individuals free upskilling programs through NIIT and UpGrad, along with outplacement services. Trainees can opt for BPM industry training or IT fundamentals, with potential opportunities at Infosys BPM Limited after completion.