LPG shortage forces Pondicherry University to prepone exams, direct students to vacate hostels by May 1 | Puducherry News

LPG shortage forces Pondicherry University to prepone exams, direct students to vacate hostels by May 1 | Puducherry News

In a circular, University registrar R Gunasekaran announced the revised academic calendar for the academic year 2025-26, reducing the number of working days to 79 from 90 “due to administrative reasons.” PUDUCHERRY: Pondicherry University has decided to prepone the examinations from May 6 to April 21 and has directed the students to vacate the hostels…

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The Kenya travellers don’t see on safari: Inside unique Maasai villages where Adumu dances and beadwork come alive |

The Kenya travellers don’t see on safari: Inside unique Maasai villages where Adumu dances and beadwork come alive |

The way people approach travel today has evolved. It’s no longer just about where they go, but how deeply they experience a destination. Now more than ever, travellers are seeking out moments that feel personal—stories and people that allow them to connect to the culture. In Kenya, those moments often unfold quietly, away from the…

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Who is Luanne James? US librarian fired for refusing to move LGBTQ-themed books from children’s section

Who is Luanne James? US librarian fired for refusing to move LGBTQ-themed books from children’s section

A senior librarian in the US state of Tennessee has been fired after refusing to relocate more than 100 books from children’s sections, sparking a debate over censorship, free speech, and LGBTQ content in public libraries.The Rutherford County Library Board voted 8–3 to remove James after she refused to implement its directive to move around…

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Tax reform rollout: New Income Tax Act 2025 comes into force, CBDT calls it a shift towards simpler compliance

Tax reform rollout: New Income Tax Act 2025 comes into force, CBDT calls it a shift towards simpler compliance

The Income Tax Act, 2025 came into force from April 1, marking a major overhaul of India’s tax framework, with the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) describing it as a step towards simplified compliance and a “new chapter” in tax administration, according to PTI.The new law replaces the six-decade-old Income Tax Act, 1961, and…

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Sohail Khan sells Andheri office space for Rs 5.9 crore amid Khan family’s string of real estate deals - Report |

Sohail Khan sells Andheri office space for Rs 5.9 crore amid Khan family’s string of real estate deals – Report |

Sohail Khan, brother of Salman Khan, has sold a commercial office space in Mumbai’s Andheri West for Rs 5.9 crore, according to property registration documents accessed by Liases and Foras. The transaction was registered on March 27, 2026, with a stamp duty of Rs 35.40 lakh and a registration fee of Rs 30,000 paid. Sohail…

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UGC extends last date for ODL, online programme admissions 2025-26; check new deadline

UGC extends last date for ODL, online programme admissions 2025-26; check new deadline

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has extended the last date for admissions to Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online programmes for the academic session 2025-26.According to the official notice, the last date for admission for the February 2026 session has been extended to April 10, 2026. Earlier, the deadline was March 31, 2026.The decision…

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10 अप्रैल को राज्यसभा सदस्य की शपथ लेंगे नीतीश कुमार, पर सवाल ये कि वो कब देंगे मुख्यमंत्री पद से इस्तीफ़ा!

10 अप्रैल को राज्यसभा सदस्य की शपथ लेंगे नीतीश कुमार, पर सवाल ये कि वो कब देंगे मुख्यमंत्री पद से इस्तीफ़ा!

नीतीश कुमार कब देंगे मुख्यमंत्री पद से इस्तीफा ये अब बड़ा सवाल है NDTV बिहार के सीएम नीतीश कुमार ने बीते दिनों MLC पद से इस्तीफा दिया था. उनका ये इस्तीफा इसलिए आया था क्योंकि वो 10 अप्रैल को राज्यसभा के सांसद के तौर पर शपथ लेने वाले हैं. हालांकि, ये तभी संभव होगा जब…

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Love quote of the day by Jennifer Aniston: 'If you only love 70% of yourself, that’s what is going to come back to you'

Love quote of the day by Jennifer Aniston: ‘If you only love 70% of yourself, that’s what is going to come back to you’

Embracing your full self, even the imperfect parts, is key to receiving genuine love and respect. The article argues that accepting only 70% of yourself subconsciously signals to others that this is acceptable, leading to lukewarm relationships and missed opportunities. True self-love means valuing your entire being, not just the polished version, to attract a…

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