Centre Scraps 'No-Detention Policy' for Classes 5 and 8
In a significant change to school education, the Centre has scrapped the 'no-detention policy' for classes 5 and 8 in schools under its control. This means that students who fail the year-end exams will no longer automatically be promoted. Instead, they will have the chance to retake the exam after additional coaching within two months of the results. If they still fail, they will be held back in the same grade. This move follows amendments to the Right to Education Act (RTE
Centre Scraps 'No-Detention Policy' for Classes 5 and 8
In a significant change to school education, the Centre has scrapped the 'no-detention policy' for classes 5 and 8 in schools under its control. This means that students who fail the year-end exams will no longer automatically be promoted. Instead, they will have the chance to retake the exam after additional coaching within two months of the results. If they still fail, they will be held back in the same grade. This move follows amendments to the Right to Education Act (RTE
Andhra Pradesh High Court Seeks Answers on Missing YSR Congress Social Media Activists
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has raised concerns over the whereabouts of seven social media activists affiliated with the YSR Congress party who were reportedly arrested by the police for posting abusive messages against political rivals. The court admitted arguments on six habeas corpus petitions filed by the activists' family members and requested CCTV footage from the relevant police stations to determine the activists' status between November 4 and November 7. The state
Andhra Pradesh High Court Seeks Answers on Missing YSR Congress Social Media Activists
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has raised concerns over the whereabouts of seven social media activists affiliated with the YSR Congress party who were reportedly arrested by the police for posting abusive messages against political rivals. The court admitted arguments on six habeas corpus petitions filed by the activists' family members and requested CCTV footage from the relevant police stations to determine the activists' status between November 4 and November 7. The state
Supreme Court Rules on State's Right to Requisition Private Property for Public Good: Landmark Judgment Explained
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed the State's power to requisition private property for public welfare under Articles 31C and 39B of the Constitution. In an 8-1 majority decision led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, the court ruled that while privately owned property can theoretically qualify as community resources under Article 39B, not all private property falls under this category.The bench outlined specific factors to consider when determining if a resource
Supreme Court Rules on State's Right to Requisition Private Property for Public Good: Landmark Judgment Explained
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed the State's power to requisition private property for public welfare under Articles 31C and 39B of the Constitution. In an 8-1 majority decision led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, the court ruled that while privately owned property can theoretically qualify as community resources under Article 39B, not all private property falls under this category.The bench outlined specific factors to consider when determining if a resource
Indian American Women's Strong Support for Abortion Rights Shaping US Election
In the upcoming US presidential election, the issue of abortion rights is emerging as a significant factor that is influencing Indian American women's voting preferences. This demographic group, part of the second-largest immigrant community in the United States, is showing a strong inclination towards supporting candidates who advocate for reproductive rights. Meeta Damani, an Indian American documentary filmmaker in New Jersey, emphasizes the interconnected nature of reproductive rights
Indian American Women's Strong Support for Abortion Rights Shaping US Election
In the upcoming US presidential election, the issue of abortion rights is emerging as a significant factor that is influencing Indian American women's voting preferences. This demographic group, part of the second-largest immigrant community in the United States, is showing a strong inclination towards supporting candidates who advocate for reproductive rights. Meeta Damani, an Indian American documentary filmmaker in New Jersey, emphasizes the interconnected nature of reproductive rights
Koratala Siva Sparks Debate on Taxpayer Privileges After Airport Incident
Koratala Siva, a renowned filmmaker in the Telugu film industry, recently drew attention with his remarks about taxpayer privileges during a podcast hosted by former IAS officer Jayaprakash Narayanan. Known for his successful directorial career, Siva shared a personal anecdote about an incident at the airport where he felt entitled to special treatment due to his high tax contributions. During the podcast, Siva recounted an experience where, due to a tight schedule,
Koratala Siva Sparks Debate on Taxpayer Privileges After Airport Incident
Koratala Siva, a renowned filmmaker in the Telugu film industry, recently drew attention with his remarks about taxpayer privileges during a podcast hosted by former IAS officer Jayaprakash Narayanan. Known for his successful directorial career, Siva shared a personal anecdote about an incident at the airport where he felt entitled to special treatment due to his high tax contributions. During the podcast, Siva recounted an experience where, due to a tight schedule,









