The government informed the Supreme Court about considering NEET's shift to computer-based testing. This decision awaits the Nandan Nilekani task force's report on public examination systems. Measures are being taken to make the exam more secure and prevent unfair means. The National Testing Agency has already moved seven major exams to computer-based formats. NEET (UG) currently remains the only major pen-and-paper examination conducted by the NTA.

Rizwan Hanif, a commander affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba, has alleged that Indian agents have systematically killed more than thirty individuals in different Pakistani locations since 2020. He characterized these murders as acts of religious persecution and rejected the authority of foreign entities. This statement comes amid heightened rhetoric from Pakistan's military, and experts suggest it serves as a strategic narrative amidst rising tensions.

The government may allow a small charge on UPI payments exceeding two thousand rupees. This levy would apply to transactions made to businesses and not individuals. Official estimates suggest this change will impact only five percent of all UPI transactions. Most daily purchases like groceries and taxi fares will remain unaffected by this potential fee. Industry experts anticipate a possible ceiling on the absolute amount charged for these transactions.

In an important meeting scheduled for this week, government officials will confront Meta executives regarding pressing issues. The discussions will center around the presence of child sexual abuse material, the rise of AI-created content, and the measures in place for takedowns involving notable personalities. Compliance with local laws and the efficiency of Meta's content moderation efforts, particularly in monitoring synthetic content, are also poised to be key topics of concern.

To comply with the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection Act, WhatsApp is piloting new privacy-focused age verification methods for Indian users. This initiative is completely voluntary, allowing users to choose their participation. With the new law's emphasis on stricter regulations for children's personal data, WhatsApp is taking care to safeguard user privacy during this important verification process.

If you've been unsuccessful in balloting for National Day Parade (NDP) tickets, don't give up. That's because since 2025, the NDP Executive Committee (EXCO) has had a system in place to boost the chances of applicants who were unsuccessful in previous ballots.Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing revealed this in his written response to a parliamentary question from MP Valerie Lee (Pasir Ris-Changi GRC) on Tuesday (Aug 4).Lee had asked if the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) would review the NDP balloting system to improve public accessibility, including whether unsuccessful applicants over consecutive years could be given a higher chance of securing tickets.She also asked whether Mindef would look into reducing collection times for NDP tickets.Earlier in June, there were claims of three-hour-long queues faced by those collecting NDP tickets at Marina Square.

Gaza has held a mass funeral for 112 victims of a 2023 Israeli airstrike that killed more than 300 people Read Full Article at RT.com

It’s been just over a week since cars and trucks began making their way across the Gordie Howe International Bridge. On Wednesday, the bridge opens to active transportation.

Record Russian LNG imports continue flowing into the EU despite the bloc’s planned phaseout, according to Bloomberg data Read Full Article at RT.com

The US has spent almost its entire stock of surface-to-surface tactical missiles in the attack on Iran, Reuters has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

This is Russia’s third gold medal at the European Championship in addition to previously won four silver and three bronze medals

Iraqi border troops commander Brigadier General Mohammad Al-Saidi stressed that the situation on the border with Syria is normal

This is Russia’s fourth bronze medal at the European Championship in addition to previously won three gold and four silver medals

The United Nations Children's Fund noted in a statement posted on its website that over the past several days, «children have again been killed and injured in attacks in the Russian Federation»

According to the news portal, «in recent hours, users have been sharing posts, indicating the specific time of the proposed action - the night of August 15 to 16»

Her attack on multipolarity mistakes a shift in global power for a plot, confusing structural change with hostile intent Read Full Article at RT.com

Vladimir Zelensky has ordered Ukrainian ambassadors to monitor foreign missile stocks and make arms deliveries a key performance target Read Full Article at RT.com

EU wildfire restoration costs have exceeded €3 billion, according to the FT, a bill roughly equal to a single payment to Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

NATO’s airborne surveillance units have suggested that American military hardware should grace the EU’s new euro banknotes Read Full Article at RT.com

Zelensky’s 40-day plan to destabilize Russia by drone strikes only led to rising civilian casualties Read Full Article at RT.com

India has achieved a remarkable milestone in clean energy, generating over one thousand billion units from nuclear power. This achievement helps avoid more than 860 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions. The government aims to increase nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, with an intermediate target of 22 GW by 2031-32. This expansion will involve multiple stakeholders and the introduction of new legislation.

The White House calls California’s suits ‘frivolous’ amid court battles.

According to the statement, the US forces boarded two vessels to ensure compliance

India strongly condemned the attack on the mechanised sailing vessel

No reasons for this move were provided

Responsible Statecraft said the tightening of sanctions against Russia will not accelerate the settlement of the conflict in Ukraine, but will only emphasize that the United States does not seek peace

American President Donald Trump lauded Doha’s role in supporting diplomatic efforts and promoting dialogue between the parties in the interests of enhancing regional security

Kashmir's political landscape will witness separate protests from the NC and PDP this Wednesday, marking seven years since Article 370 was abrogated. The NC is pushing for the restoration of its statehood, whereas the PDP demands the reinstatement of Article 370. Meanwhile, BJP's celebratory events, including a Tiranga rally from Lal Chowk, suggest a contrasting narrative on the changes in Jammu and Kashmir's sentiments following the abrogation.

The Jammu Chief Judicial Magistrate has taken decisive action by ordering the preservation of evidence in a troubling case of fake silver offerings amounting to Rs 550 crore. In response to a petition seeking to secure all relevant physical and electronic evidence, the court acknowledged allegations of adulteration and pilferage concerning around twenty tonnes of silver.

Following intelligence indicating potential terror suspects in Poonch, security forces have launched coordinated operations in two strategic locations. Reports have confirmed sightings near Gujjar Naar and Kherowali dhok, prompting a thorough search in the isolated Dhara Sangla village by army and police units. As of Tuesday evening, no contact with the suspects has been reported. Earlier, a significant search initiative was executed in the Thanamandi area of Rajouri district.

A parliamentary panel has called attention to the frequent exclusion of MPs from events related to rural road schemes. To rectify this, the committee has urged the introduction of mandatory invitations for MPs to ceremonies. Additionally, it proposed uploading high-quality photos showcasing MP involvement online. A quarterly system will be implemented to monitor adherence to these protocols, ensuring that the established parliamentary etiquette is upheld for PMGSY projects.

Omar Abdullah, the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, strongly condemned the recent violence against migrant laborers, emphasizing that such acts are unacceptable and calling for heightened security measures. He also underscored the significance of golf tournaments as a means to boost tourism in the area, recalling a time when these events were a hallmark of Kashmir's serene landscape, well before militancy took root.

Canada’s federal government is advancing the process to designate the Alberta government’s proposed oil pipeline to the West Coast as a project of national interest. A notice published in the Canada Gazette on Aug. 1 marks the start of a 30 day notice period to designate the potential pipeline as a project of national interest under Bill C-5.

On a warm summer evening in 1976, a 17-year-old girl vanished while driving along rural roads south of Edmonton. Now, five decades later, the Alberta RCMP and the victim's family are renewing calls for tips in the case.