PWD GAINS
IIT Admission CBSE Marks Relaxation: IIT Roorkee Director says no one-time relaxation for Class 12 marks for aspirants
IIT Roorkee Director Kamal Kishore Pant has clarified that there will be no one-time relaxation in Class 12 marks for JEE Advanced 2026 aspirants. The Joint Admission Board stated that uniform criteria apply to candidates from 36 educational boards. While students can participate in JoSAA counselling, final admission depends on meeting eligibility. The competition for IIT seats remains intense.
Diversity hiring jumps 21% despite slowdown in white-collar recruitment: foundit
White-collar hiring in India saw a slowdown in May 2026. However, diversity hiring experienced a substantial surge. This trend highlights a strong employer focus on inclusive workplaces. Women lead diversity hires, with significant growth in PwD representation. IT and Consulting sectors are at the forefront of this inclusive recruitment drive. Bengaluru leads as the top diversity hiring hub.
Jaipur Anu Meena death case sparks outrage after video shows how brutally PWD engineer husband broke TV, beat & spat on her in front of their child
Jaipur Anu Meena death case: The alleged suicide of a Jaipur woman has sparked widespread outrage online after her family accused her husband, a senior PWD official, of years of physical and emotional abuse. Heartbreaking accounts reportedly shared by the couple’s young children have also surfaced, describing incidents of alleged violence at home. The case has triggered a larger national conversation around domestic abuse, accountability and the long-term emotional trauma faced by children who witness violence within families.
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam May 17: Check admit card rules, exam timings, dress code & barred items
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam May 17: JEE Advanced 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, May 17th, with two papers conducted by IIT Roorkee. Candidates must adhere to strict exam-day instructions, including a specific dress code and carrying mandatory documents. The admit card, released on May 11th, contains crucial details and must be presented for entry.
Delhi-Kolkata direct flight: Bengal win gives Modi strategic room shrinking for other world leaders
Recent assembly election victories have significantly strengthened Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strategic position. This success provides him with greater flexibility to pursue ambitious trade, energy, and defense deals. The win in West Bengal is particularly strategic, marking a shift in Delhi-Kolkata relations. This political stability allows India to navigate global uncertainties and focus on economic growth.
'Join IIT without JEE': Ex-ISRO chief tells 10+2 students how to get degree without entrance exam. Check how to apply
IIT Madras has introduced a Bachelor of Science program in Aeronautics and Space Technology. Students can now apply directly, bypassing the Joint Entrance Examination. This offers a new pathway into aerospace studies. Successful students can pursue master's degrees on campus. Applications for the May 2026 batch are open now. The program provides flexibility and a diploma option.
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ED conducts raids across six states in government jobs scam probe
The Enforcement Directorate is conducting searches across six states in a money laundering investigation. The probe targets a scam involving fake joining letters for government jobs. An organized gang is suspected of sending fraudulent letters to job aspirants. The scam initially focused on Railways but has expanded to over 40 government departments.
AAP's Satyendar Jain gets clean chit in PWD corruption case: What were the allegations against him?
A Delhi court has accepted the CBI's closure report in a 2019 case against AAP leader Satyendar Jain, effectively ending the investigation into alleged irregularities in PWD recruitment during his ministerial tenure. The court found no evidence of criminal misconduct, conspiracy, or financial wrongdoing, stating that the alleged lapses were administrative at most, leading to the dismissal of the case.
Garden Reach Shipbuilders signs MoU with PWD Nagaland for modular steel bridges, shares soar
Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers shares surged 8.5% after signing a pact with PWD Nagaland to provide eight double-lane modular steel bridges, aligning with the Make in India initiative. The MoU, signed in Kohima, marks GRSE's first collaboration with a North Eastern state, and follows previous deliveries to organizations and countries such as Bhutan, Nepal, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
Indian corporate houses remain positive for hiring persons with disabilities
Indian companies are increasingly hiring people with disabilities (PwDs), driven by social responsibility and strategic advantages. A notable 30-40 percent rise in job postings for PwDs over the past three years highlights the growing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the corporate sector.
PWD offers the 6 Flag Staff Road Bungalow to Delhi CM Atishi
The PWD has offered the 6 Flag Staff Road Bungalow to Delhi Chief Minister Atishi. This follows a controversy where Atishi's belongings were removed, allegedly due to BJP pressure. The row involved claims that the bungalow was to be allotted to a BJP leader. Both parties engaged in a blame game over the issue.
Solar power and EV policy on priority list of Delhi govt once MCC is lifted
With the conclusion of the country's largest electoral activity and the impending lifting of the Model Code of Conduct, various pending government initiatives and projects in Delhi are poised to gain momentum, as per ToI reports. Among the numerous initiatives of the Delhi government, the mohalla bus service scheme and the second edition of policies regarding electric vehicles and solar power await approval.
Fresh FIR against former Arunachal Pradesh CM in corruption case
The work to Arunachal Pradesh PWD was awarded by the then Commissioner of Kendriya Vidyalaya suo motu in 2005 despite the fact it "did not have required establishment and wherewithal" in Salt Lake area where construction was to take place.
CBI books Nabam Hari, brother of ex-Arunachal CM Nabam Tuki, others on corruption charges
The case pertains to contracts handed by Tuki as the PWD minister in the state to his kith and kin for "selfish gains without inviting tenders", the CBI has alleged.
PWD scam: Police transfer complaint against Arvind Kejriwal to ACB
The complainant has alleged documents showing purchase of material were "concocted and forged", and a loss of over Rs 10 crore had been caused to the public exchequer.
PWD scam: Police files status report on plea against Arvind Kejriwal
The plea demanded that the role of the Delhi CM be investigated as he had allegedly caused substantive gains to Bansal and others by using his influence.
Preliminary probe launched into allegations of irregularities against Arvind Kejriwal
A complaint in this regard was lodged by Kislay Pandey, a lawyer, on behalf of the Roads Anti-Corruption Organisation (RACO), an NGO.
Court reserves order on plea seeking FIR against Arvind Kejriwal
Metropolitan Magistrate Abhilash Malhotra listed the plea for February 2 after hearing submissions of the counsel for the complainant.
Chhagan Bhujbal, Sameer get bail in Maharashtra Sadan case
The Bhujbal duo will not be walking out of jail as they are at present in judicial custody in a money laundering case registered against them by the Enforcement Directorate.
Samajwadi Party to send Ajit Singh to Rajya Sabha in order to strengthen caste combination
SP is all set to send Rashtriya Lok Dal chief Ajit Singh to the RS in a move aimed at bolstering its caste combination ahead of next year’s assembly election.
Maharashtra to appoint consultant for Bandra Government Colony redevelopment
The Devendra Fadnavis-led BJP dispensation will appoint a consultant for the Bandra Government Colony redevelopment project.
Centre 'anti-farmer', not giving due support to UP government: Samajwadi Party
Samajwadi Party today alleged that it was not giving due support to the Uttar Pradesh government for providing relief to farmers.
Graft allegations against Chhagan Bhujbal; SC rejects plea against Bombay High Court order
Recently, Maharashtra Government had given a nod to an ACB probe into allegations against the NCP leader with regard to construction of New Maharashtra Sadan in Delhi.
Maharashtra government to ease entry of citizens into Mantralaya
At a recent meeting, CM Devendra Fadnavis had instructed the Home Department to put up a detailed note to him on how to simplify the entry of citizens into Mantralaya.
Nitin Gadkari may not take charge as Highways and Shipping Minister today
Nitin Jairam Gadkari who is the new minister for Road Transport & Highways (RTH) and Shipping in the Narendra Modi government may not assume office today.
Nitin Gadkari: An able administrator
A first-timer in Lok sabha, Gadkari, 57, has had a long innings in Maharashtra as minister and Leader of Opposition in Maharashtra Legislative Council besides working at the national level in different capacities.
Congress slams BJP for "politicising" issue of Chhath Puja in Delhi
Congress accused BJP of politicising issue of Chhath Puja celebrations keeping in mind upcoming elections & rejected party's demand that a gazetted holiday be declared for the occasion.
UP govt never opposed English language, computers: Shivpal Yadav
Stressing that Samajwadi Party is neither opposed to English language nor computers, senior leader and Uttar Pradesh PWD minister Shivpal Yadav today said that his government has only favoured equality and prosperity in the society.
Prakash Constrowell pares listing gains; down 6%
Prakash Constrowell Ltd pared its morning gains after listing at Rs 147.20, a 7% premium against its issue price of Rs 138 per share
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