Karnataka mulls separate rural quota for govt school students in CET, NEET admissions

The Karnataka government is exploring an initiative to create a separate reservation for students from rural government schools. This move aims to rectify imbalances in the existing 15% rural quota, which often favors private school students. The proposal includes dividing the quota, allocating 7.5% specifically for government school students to enhance equity in admissions for…

Total solar eclipse 2026: The Moon will turn the day into night across THESE places; here’s what to expect

Get ready for an astronomical event on August 12, 2026, when a total solar eclipse graces Europe, visible in regions such as Spain, Iceland, and Greenland. This cosmic rarity will draw countless enthusiasts to witness the awe-inspiring spectacle. As the eclipse reaches totality, scientists will explore the mysteries of the Sun’s corona. This memorable experience…

Sharvari opens up on ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ box office run and reinvention: ‘My heart kept saying, kuch toh accha hoga’

Sharvari is thankful for the ongoing success of her film ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’, which has gained traction through genuine word-of-mouth rather than artificial promotion. Currently, she is busy shooting her next project with Ahaan Panday. Aspiring to take on challenging roles, Sharvari aims to showcase her versatility and dreams of being recognized as one of…

‘G.D.N.’ EXPLAINED: Cast, plot and what audiences are saying about R Madhavan’s biopic on ‘Edison of India’

G.D.N. is a captivating biopic that illustrates the remarkable life of inventor G.D. Naidu, portrayed by the talented R. Madhavan. The film captures Naidu’s ascent from his modest origins to the forefront of innovation, spotlighting his groundbreaking inventions and the adversities he faced from governmental bodies. Early reviews commend both Madhavan’s compelling performance and the…

FII exodus! Top 10 stocks which saw sharpest decline in foreign capital in Q1. See full list

Foreign institutional investors have markedly scaled back their holdings in various Indian firms. Notably, Piramal Pharma faced the steepest decline, with FII ownership plummeting by 17.7 percentage points. RBL Bank also saw a significant drop of 11.4 percentage points. Other companies such as Indraprastha Gas and Rail Vikas Nigam experienced similar FII divestments, indicating a…