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The education imperative: India’s Parliament must tackle its learning challenge

In ancient Indian philosophy, vidya —or wisdom—is celebrated as the ultimate liberator, the force that dispels ignorance and uplifts individuals and societies. Since India’s vast and complex education system serves 260 million children, taught by 9.5 million teachers across 1.5 million schools, bringing about any form of reform into this system is an uphill battle. The government’s Nipun Bharat mission …

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6 days, 23 hours ago

Tulsi Gabbard's uphill battle to win confirmation as the nation's top intel chief

NPR

Tulsi Gabbard's uphill battle to win confirmation as the nation's top intel chief Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democrat who joined the Republican party this year, is facing an uphill battle to win Senate confirmation as country's top intel chief. ARI SHAPIRO, HOST: Senators have spent the past several weeks meeting with President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks that include some more …

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1 week ago

Small, mid-sized road construction firms might face an uphill task in securing new orders: Ind-Ra

Live Mint

New Delhi, Dec 16 Small and mid-sized road construction companies could face challenges in securing new contracts in the medium term, given the reduced flow of engineering, procurement and construction orders from NHAI, India Ratings and Research said on Monday. Furthermore, Ind-Ra said the ability of small and mid-sized players to bid for HAM and BOT project would entail significant …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Removing Rajya Sabha Chairman Dhankhar won't be a cakewalk. Here's why

India Today

The Congress-led Opposition is attempting to unseat Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, accusing him of steering the House with a "partisan bias". And, as soon as the motion to remove the Rajya Sabha Chairman passes in both houses of the Parliament, he loses the post and also that of the Vice President of India. In this scenario, passing …

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IND vs AUS: Two Major Records Travis Head Broke With His Century Against India In Adelaide

ABP News

In the ongoing second Test between India and Australia in Adelaide, Australia is firmly in control, with India facing an uphill battle. A major highlight for Australia on Day 2 of IND vs AUS Adelaide Test came from Travis Head, who scored his eighth Test century. Also on ABP Live | 147 Years On, England Writes Test Cricket History With …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

What’s next for TikTok now that the app might get banned?

CNN

New York CNN — TikTok’s US-based users could have only a few more weeks to enjoy scrolling through their For You Page before the app is banned in the country starting on January 19, 2025. “The Supreme Court has an established historical record of protecting Americans’ right to free speech, and we expect they will do just that on this …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Epilepsy fails NDIS funding criteria because it's not considered a disability, and these families are suffering

ABC

Adeline Hanna is a playful little girl with a cheerful sense of humour. Jessamy Eccles has been battling to get NDIS funding for her daughter Adeline, who has epilepsy. Melanie Ridout says everything has changed for her family now that her son Leo, who has epilepsy and autism, has finally received NDIS funding. Funding delays cause problems Epilepsy Foundation general …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

'Last ditch effort' by Hegseth to save nomination likely too late: MSNBC analyst

Raw Story

According to MSNBC host Jonathan Lemire, Fox News personality Pete Hegseth's interview scheduled for Wednesday is too little too late as he tries to salvage his chances of becoming Donald Trump's secretary of defense. The embattled Hegseth is fighting an avalanche of news reports about both his reported drinking problems as well as his treatment of women, which has led …

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3 weeks ago

National Security Expert Reveals What’s So Concerning About Trump’s FBI Director Pick

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LOADING ERROR LOADING David Rohde, NBC News senior national security executive editor, detailed concerns among federal law enforcement circles on Sunday over Donald Trump nominating Kash Patel to replace Christopher Wray as FBI director. “And there is a concern that this type of politics, what it does most of all, is distract the FBI from its main goals which is …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

SA vs SL, 1st Test: Jansen stars with 11-wicket haul as South Africa seals 233-run win over Sri Lanka

The Hindu

South Africa wrapped up a 233-run win over Sri Lanka and medium-pacer Marco Jansen finished with 11 wickets in the first Test on Saturday. After Chandimal was out caught and bowled by Gerald Coetzee, Sri Lanka’s last three wickets folded for 11 runs in the next six overs. Batting always felt tricky, you never felt in.” South Africa, trying to …

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Jansen takes 11 wickets and South Africa beats Sri Lanka by 233 runs in 1st test

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DURBAN, South Africa — South Africa wrapped up a 233-run win over Sri Lanka and medium-pacer Marco Jansen finished with 11 wickets in the first test at Kingsmead on Saturday. After Chandimal was out caught and bowled by Gerald Coetzee, Sri Lanka’s last three wickets folded for 11 runs in the next six overs. Batting always felt tricky, you never …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Displaced Lebanese rush home after ceasefire, facing joy, loss, and uncertainty

China Daily

Displaced people are on their way home after the ceasefire in the southern suburbs of Beirut in Lebanon, on Nov 27, 2024. BEIRUT -- As the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel took effect at dawn on Wednesday, Jihad Nasrallah, along with thousands of displaced Lebanese, wasted no time. Meanwhile, members of the Internal Security Forces managed traffic at key …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

South Africa in cruise control of Durban Test after Sri Lanka 42 all-out

India Today

What started as a clumsy outing for Temba Bavuma's South Africa in the Durban Test against Sri Lanka quickly turned into a spectacle of dominance, thanks to the bowling heroics of Marco Jansen. His fiery spell devastated the Sri Lankan batting order, as South Africa bundled out their opponents in a mere 13.5 overs. SA vs SL, 1st Test Day …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

ISL 2024-25: Underperforming Mohammedan faces uphill task at home against Bengaluru

The Hindu

Bengaluru FC will seek to improve its record against debutant sides, while Mohammedan SC will try to record its maiden win at home when the two teams meet for the first time in the Indian Super League at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan here on Wednesday. One of the bottom rankers, Mohammedan – placed 12th with five points from one win …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

WI vs BAN: Bangladesh slip to last in WTC table after 201-run loss in Antigua Test

India Today

Bangladesh slipped to the bottom of the World Test Championship points table after losing the first of their two-Test series in the West Indies on Tuesday, November 26. Roach dismissed Mominul with a sharp return catch, while Seales had Litton Das mistime a pull shot to fine leg for 22, reducing Bangladesh to 59 for 5. Roach and Seales were …

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4 weeks ago

GOP senator: Tulsi Gabbard was only 'compromised for a second' in Syria

Raw Story

Sen. Markwayne Mullin revealed that former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard doesn't yet have enough Republican votes to be confirmed as President-elect Donald Trump's director of national intelligence. During a Monday interview with right-wing podcaster Charlie Kirk, Mullin said that Gabbard faced an uphill battle in the Senate because she was "compromised for a second" while traveling to meet Syrian President Bashar …

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4 weeks ago

Hollywood unions are facing an uphill battle against Trump, AI and the slowdown

LA Times

More than a year after overlapping strikes by Hollywood writers and actors that rattled the entertainment industry, many technicians and craftspeople who operate outside of the spotlight are pressing their own demands for a better deal. “Clearly there’s going to be less protections for workers and less regulatory oversight for business practices going forward,” said David Smith, professor of economics …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

What did Trump tell Gaetz? The phone call that ended his AG hopes: ‘These senators aren’t…’

Hindustan Times

Matt Gaetz’s dream of becoming Donald Trump’s attorney general came crashing down after a blunt phone call. This combination of pictures shows US President-elect Donald Trump and US Representative Matt Gaetz, Republican of Florida, Inside Trump’s call to Matt Gatez ahead of withdrawal Donald Trump wrapped up his cabinet selections on November 24 by naming longtime ally Brooke Rollins as …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

What next for Uddhav Thackeray after Maharashtra setback?

Firstpost

Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena suffered a crushing defeat in the Maharashtra Assembly polls, winning just 20 of 94 contested seats compared to Eknath Shinde’s faction, which secured 57 of 85. The results have raised questions about Thackeray’s ability to retain his party’s cadre and his claim to Bal Thackeray’s legacy The Shiv Sena factor contested from 94 seats, two of …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND, 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Jaiswal-Kohli, Bumrah-Siraj put India in driver's seat after Day 3

India Today

An ideal end to the day for India, and for two days in a row, they couldn't have asked for a better day at the office. After going wicketless for two sessions on Day 2, Australia finally broke through on Day 3 when Mitchell Starc dismissed Rahul. With the deck showing no signs of wear, Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal added …

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1 month ago

'Chanakya Of Maharashtra Politics' Falters: What’s Next For Sharad Pawar And His NCP?

ABP News

The results of the Maharashtra Assembly elections have significantly altered the state’s political landscape, leaving several prominent leaders grappling with questions about their future. Under Pawar’s leadership, the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition was formed, and his decision to install Uddhav Thackeray as chief minister bore fruit during the Lok Sabha elections, where the coalition performed well. The Supreme Court's prior …

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1 month ago

BGT 2024-25: India's pacy comeback rattles Australia at 67/7 on Day 1 at Perth

Hindustan Times

Perth, : The Indian pace trio of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and debutant Harshit Rana brought back India in the game with a stellar performance leaving Australia reeling at 67/7 on the first day of the 1st Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Perth's Optus Stadium. BGT 2024-25: India's pacy comeback rattles Australia at 67/7 on Day 1 at Perth …

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1 month ago

'Moment of truth' for world-first plastic pollution treaty

Raw Story

Plastic pollution litters our seas, our air and even our bodies, but negotiators face an uphill battle next week to agree on the world's first treaty aimed at ending the problem. The HAC wants binding global targets on reducing production and warned ahead of the Busan talks that "vested interests" should not be allowed to hamper a deal. The assessment …

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1 month ago

Matt Gaetz withdraws his name from consideration as Trump’s attorney general

New Indian Express

WASHINGTON: Right-wing firebrand Matt Gaetz on Thursday pulled out of the confirmation process to become US attorney general, pitching Donald Trump's incoming administration into fresh turmoil. Trump had picked loyalist Gaetz for the top legal position, but his candidacy was embroiled in allegations of sexual misconduct and lacked support from his own Republican Party. Gaetz was one of Trump's several …

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The education imperative: India’s Parliament must tackle its learning challenge

Tulsi Gabbard's uphill battle to win confirmation as the nation's top intel chief

Small, mid-sized road construction firms might face an uphill task in securing new orders: Ind-Ra

Removing Rajya Sabha Chairman Dhankhar won't be a cakewalk. Here's why

IND vs AUS: Two Major Records Travis Head Broke With His Century Against India In Adelaide

What’s next for TikTok now that the app might get banned?

Epilepsy fails NDIS funding criteria because it's not considered a disability, and these families are suffering

'Last ditch effort' by Hegseth to save nomination likely too late: MSNBC analyst

National Security Expert Reveals What’s So Concerning About Trump’s FBI Director Pick

SA vs SL, 1st Test: Jansen stars with 11-wicket haul as South Africa seals 233-run win over Sri Lanka

Jansen takes 11 wickets and South Africa beats Sri Lanka by 233 runs in 1st test

Displaced Lebanese rush home after ceasefire, facing joy, loss, and uncertainty

South Africa in cruise control of Durban Test after Sri Lanka 42 all-out

ISL 2024-25: Underperforming Mohammedan faces uphill task at home against Bengaluru

WI vs BAN: Bangladesh slip to last in WTC table after 201-run loss in Antigua Test

GOP senator: Tulsi Gabbard was only 'compromised for a second' in Syria

Hollywood unions are facing an uphill battle against Trump, AI and the slowdown

What did Trump tell Gaetz? The phone call that ended his AG hopes: ‘These senators aren’t…’

What next for Uddhav Thackeray after Maharashtra setback?

AUS vs IND, 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Jaiswal-Kohli, Bumrah-Siraj put India in driver's seat after Day 3

'Chanakya Of Maharashtra Politics' Falters: What’s Next For Sharad Pawar And His NCP?

BGT 2024-25: India's pacy comeback rattles Australia at 67/7 on Day 1 at Perth

'Moment of truth' for world-first plastic pollution treaty

Matt Gaetz withdraws his name from consideration as Trump’s attorney general