Break traffic rules, lose your license! Govt plans new point-based system

The government is working on a new system that could make it easier to penalise unsafe driving, with a proposal to introduce a point-based mechanism for driving licenses. Under the plan, motorists who repeatedly violate traffic rules may face suspension or even cancellation of their licenses.Speaking at the National Conclave on Road Safety organised by … Read more

Bank holidays next week: When will banks remain closed for the week starting March 2? Check state-wise list

Customers planning to visit bank branches in March 2026 should check holiday schedules beforehand to avoid any inconvenience. Banks in India observe a mix of national and state-specific holidays, so closure dates may vary depending on the region. Several banks will be closed this month for festivals and state observances. In addition, branches will remain … Read more

“Woke breeding grounds”: Defense Secretary Hegseth says Pentagon will cut ties with Columbia, Yale and others

The United States Department of Defense will prohibit members of the armed forces from attending Columbia University, Yale University, Brown University and several other institutions beginning next academic year. The move is part of a broader effort by the administration to sever ties with universities that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has accused of fostering what … Read more

Indian cricketers who shared strained relationships with their fathers

Sanjay Manjrekar, ex-India batter and commentator, grew up dreading his father Vijay, who was a 1960s Test star with 17 centuries. Vijay’s mantra for his son was: Perfection or silence. No praise, just critiques. In his 2018 autobiography ‘Imperfect’ and earlier interviews, Sanjay had recalled having zero warmth from his father. He described his father … Read more

How much prize money will Jammu & Kashmir get for winning the Ranji Trophy? | Cricket News

Jammu & Kashmir (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir scripted history by winning their first-ever Ranji Trophy title after their final against Karnataka ended in a draw on Saturday. They were declared champions because of a massive first-innings lead, which proved decisive in the summit clash.In terms of prize money, the BCCI had increased … Read more

Uae School Registration Deadline: UAE public school enrolment closing soon: Here’s what parents need to know

Parents across the UAE have just days left to secure places for their children in government schools for the 2026–2027 academic year, with authorities making clear that late applications will not be accepted once the window closes.According to the UAE Ministry of Education, registration for Emirati students and those treated as such will remain open … Read more

Man Injured: Man injured after iron rod bounces off barricade during construction at Mumbai construction site | Mumbai News

MUMBAI: A man was injured after an iron rod rebounded off a barricade during construction work on the Worli–Sewri elevated corridor near the KEM Hospital area on Friday.According to officials, reinforcement work was under way at the site when an iron rod being used for structural support accidentally slipped and fell. Instead of landing directly … Read more

Israel Iran War: US, Israel attack Iran: Air India Tel Aviv flight returning to India; fuelling stop in Europe likely for North America flights | India News

NEW DELHI: Airlines that fly to, from, and through the regions impacted by the US-Israeli strikes against Iran are now steering clear of the same and trying to find ways to evacuate their crew from there. Going ahead, flights between the west and India, among other places in the east, will now get longer and … Read more

Brit Awards: Who is performing at the BRIT Awards 2026? Harry Styles, Rosalia, SOMBR and others on the list – See details here | English Movie News

BRIT Awards 2026 lands at Manchester’s Co-op Live with host Jack Whitehall and a turbocharged lineup. Expect performances from RAYE, Harry Styles, and Olivia Dean, alongside K-pop sensations Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami. Mark Ronson is set to receive a special honour, while Rosalía and SOMBR make their BRITs debuts for a night that … Read more

KVS, NVS result 2026 released for Tier 1 exam: Direct link to download scorecards here

KVS, NVS result 2026: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) have declared the Tier 1 examination result for the 2026 recruitment cycle. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check and download their scorecards online through the official website of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which conducted … Read more