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IAF Pulls Out of Multilateral Air Exercise in UK Amid Ukraine Crisis
Though the IAF did not clearly mention the reasons for the pull-out, it is learnt that the deepening crisis in Ukraine following the Russian military attack in that country prompted the decision.
War in Ukraine: Romanian Ambassador Says 1st Batch of Indian Students to Reach Today; Team Working 24/7 to Assist
Romania has offered to provide accommodation and food to the Indians for two days while the Indian Embassy makes arrangements for their safe return to India.
Explained | Surge in Covid-19 Cases in Hong Kong Leads to Stricter Restrictions, Citizens in Fear
Citizens will also have to wear masks for all outdoor exercise and will not be allowed to remove masks to eat or drink on public transport.
War in Ukraine: Centre to Bear Full Cost of Evacuating Indian Citizens, Students from Ukraine
Ukraine has a large Indian diaspora and the Indian embassy in Kyiv has been taking steps to bring Indian students and Indian citizens back home safely.
Delhi Schools to Function Offline Only From April 1
For the first time in over two years, Delhi schools will have offline-only classes in one of the biggest moves towards normalcy or pre-covid times.
CBSE 10th, 12th Term 2 Practical Exams from March 2
CBSE Term 2 practical exams to begin from March 2 onwards at respective schools. No external examiner for class 10 students. Schools to upload marks simultaneoously.
SC to Hear Plea Against Calcutta HC Order Directing Election Commission to Take Call on Deployment of Paramilitary Forces
The Calcutta High Court had earlier directed the State Election Commissioner to appoint observers for the municipal elections.
In Video, Delhi Govt School Girl Says Teachers Asked Her to Remove Hijab
According to sources, the school authorities have discussed the matter with her parents and the issue has been amicably resolved.
Delhi Logs 583 Covid Cases, 3 Deaths; Positivity Rate 1.05%
Delhi's case tally has now increased to 18,57,598, and the death toll is at 26,109.
Petition in HC Challenges Delhi Govt's Decision to Install CCTV Cameras in Schools Without Consent
The petition said that the installation of CCTV cameras inside the government school classrooms without seeking authorisation from students, parents and teachers is a violation of the Fundamental Right to Privacy.
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COVID-19 Cases Spike in Hong Kong, Study Warns Coming Weeks Will Be Worse
Hong Kong faces a drastic spread of COVID19 in coming weeks, as university researchers predicted new infections could peak at 180,000 daily in early to mid-March, with the Chinese-controlled city already barely able to cope with 6,000 cases a day.
Government Invites Feedback On Draft India Data Accessibility And Use Policy 2022
The Indian government has shared the draft India Data Accessibility & Use Policy 2022 and is seeking public inputs as well as feedback.
ICCR to Offer Online Courses on Indian Epics, Vedas, Art, Heritage, Portal to be Launched Soon
The Indian Council for Cultural Relations will soon start online courses, and a dedicated portal is likely to be launched on April 2.
PIL in SC Seeks CBI Probe into Alleged Grant of Stone Mining Lease to Jharkhand CM Soren
It alleged that no proper process has been followed in the auction process which has been secretly held behind closed doors to give benefit to people holding important constitutional posts.
Delhi University's Kirori Mal College Launches Course on Disability Research
Students and research scholars pursuing their undergraduate or postgraduate courses from any university or college in India can participate in the programme at a nominal fee.