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The Indian National Congress is set to organise a two-day national session in Ahmedabad on April 8 and 9. This gathering comes at a crucial time as the party looks to regain its political footing and strategise for the future. The event will begin with an Extended Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting on the first day, followed by a delegate session on April 9. Aims and Agenda The session aims to address key organisational challenges, chalk out a roadmap for upcoming elections, and discuss ways to reconnect with voters. Senior leaders, party workers, and delegates from across the country will…

Ducati is all set to launch the 2025 Panigale V4 in India on March 5, bringing significant updates in design, aerodynamics, and performance. The superbike, known for its high-performance engineering and aggressive styling, will enter the Indian market with cutting-edge features and a track-focused ride experience. Design and Features Upgrade The 2025 Panigale V4 is expected to receive a refreshed aerodynamic package, including revised fairings and improved airflow management for better high-speed stability. Ducati has also fine-tuned the electronics, enhancing rider aids such as traction control, cornering ABS, and multiple riding modes. The updated model will likely come with a…

A new survey has uncovered widespread concerns among Indian candidates taking English language proficiency exams, with 62% fearing their accent could unfairly impact their scores. The Pearson survey, which analysed the challenges faced by test takers, highlights potential biases in standardised language assessments, particularly in speaking tests. The study also found that 74% of Indian test takers worry about their appearance affecting their performance. Many believe examiners may form subconscious judgments based on physical attributes, adding another layer of anxiety to an already stressful process. These concerns reflect broader issues of fairness and inclusivity in global language testing. The Role…

Chandigarh’s iconic Rock Garden, a masterpiece of recycled art and a global attraction, is facing a major existential threat. The Chandigarh Administration’s recent decision to demolish parts of the garden has sparked massive public outrage and protests. The garden, a brainchild of self-taught artist Nek Chand Saini, was crafted from industrial and domestic waste, transforming discarded materials into an artistic marvel spread across 40 acres. It remains one of India’s most visited landmarks, drawing millions annually. The administration has justified its move, citing urban planning and legal concerns. However, citizens, heritage lovers, and environmentalists have fiercely opposed the decision, arguing…

In a pivotal national election, Germany’s centre-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU), led by Friedrich Merz, has emerged victorious with approximately 28.5% of the vote. The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) achieved a historic second place, securing around 20.5%—nearly doubling its previous support. The Social Democratic Party (SPD), under Chancellor Olaf Scholz, experienced a significant decline, obtaining just over 16%, marking its worst post-war performance. The Greens garnered about 12% of the vote, while the Left Party saw gains, reaching up to 9%. The pro-business Free Democrats (FDP) are projected to fall below the 5% threshold required for parliamentary representation, and…

Travelling between Bengaluru and Mangaluru is about to get much easier, thanks to a new expressway project by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). The 335 kilometer highway, passing through Hassan, aims to reduce travel time by a whopping 7-8 hours. Currently, the road journey between Bengaluru and Mangaluru can be long and tiring, especially during the monsoon when landslides and roadblocks make things worse. The upcoming expressway is expected to solve these issues, providing a faster and smoother ride. The project is being carried out by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and Karnataka’s Public Works…

એક મહત્ત્વપૂર્ણ રાજકીય અપડેટમાં અતિશીને દિલ્હી વિધાનસભાનાં વિરોધ પક્ષનાં નેતા નિયુક્ત કરવામાં આવ્યાં છે. આ પદ સંભાળનાર પ્રથમ મહિલા બનીને તેઓ ઇતિહાસ રચશે. આમ આદમી પાર્ટી એટલે આપે એમની પસંદગીનો નિર્ણય ભૂતપૂર્વ મુખ્ય પ્રધાન અરવિંદ કેજરીવાલ અને પક્ષના બાવીસ વિધાનસભ્યોની હાજરીમાં લીધો હતો. પક્ષની બેઠકમાં અતિશીને સર્વાનુમતે વિરોધ પક્ષનાં નેતા બનાવાયાં હતાં. દિલ્હીના રાજકારણમાં અતિશીનો ઉદય નોંધપાત્ર રહ્યો છે. સપ્ટેમ્બર 2024થી ફેબ્રુઆરી 2025 સુધી તેઓ દિલ્હીનાં મુખ્ય પ્રધાનપદે રહ્યાં હતાં. 43 વર્ષની ઉંમરે આ પદ સંભાળનાર તેઓ સૌથી યુવા નેતા બન્યાં હતાં. એ પહેલાં દિલ્હી સરકારમાં તેઓ પ્રધાન પણ હતાં. શિક્ષણ, જાહેર બાંધકામ વિભાગ, સંસ્કૃતિ અને પ્રવાસન વિભાગોની જવાબદારી તેઓ…

The 28th Indian Orthodontic Society (IOS) Postgraduate Convention at Manav Rachna Dental College (MRDC), Faridabad, has unveiled the 2.0 Smiling Bharat initiative, aiming to enhance orthodontic awareness and accessibility across India. With a target to screen one lakh patients by mid 2025, the initiative seeks to address malocclusion, a condition affecting 12.5% to 33.3% of school children in India, yet often undiagnosed. The convention, held between 20-23 February 2025, brought together orthodontic experts, postgraduate students, and researchers under the theme ‘Digital Revolution with Sustainable Orthodontics.’ The event featured keynote lectures, pre-conference courses, panel discussions, table clinics, student paper presentations, a…

TeamLease EdTech’s latest Career Outlook Report for the first half of 2025 signals a strong recovery in freshers hiring across India, with an impressive 74% intent to hire new graduates. The report, covering the period from January to June 2025, highlights robust business confidence and a promising job market for young professionals. The overall hiring intent across all categories stands at 79%, with IT, Healthcare and Pharma, Marketing and Advertising, and Logistics leading the charge. Deep-tech roles are in high demand, with expertise in Robotic Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Network Security, and Prompt Engineering topping…

Pope Francis, 88, remains in a critical but stable condition at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital following a severe respiratory crisis that required urgent medical intervention. According to the Vatican, the pontiff experienced an ‘asthma-like respiratory crisis of prolonged intensity’ on Saturday morning, leading to breathing difficulties. Doctors administered high-flow supplemental oxygen and conducted blood tests, revealing a low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) linked to anaemia, prompting a blood transfusion. The Vatican’s latest update stated that while the crisis has somewhat subsided, the pope remains uncomfortable, and his prognosis is still uncertain. Reports suggest he is also suffering from early kidney dysfunction, raising…