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ISRO chief V Narayanan has warned that India cannot afford to produce “mere bookworms”, backing value-based education and social–emotional learning over a marks-only culture. Linking his views with NEP 2020, OECD and WEF data, we argue that traits like self-control, respect, empathy and resilience shape employability, well-being and citizenship far more deeply than exam scores alone for today’s students.

Archana Patnaik says the forms were distributed by the Booth Level Officers to 6.16 crore voters as part of the Special Intensive Revision. And 50% of them have returned the forms filled up. The December 4 deadline will not be extended

Six-member Working Group set up under MA&UD–SPAV partnership to strengthen planning, research and project preparation across municipal bodies and urban development agencies

Nominations rejected for want of proper documents. Party facing big challenge from dissident leader and former district president A.V. Gopinathan in the local body

The minerals, calcium, potassium and magnesium present in milk help blood vessels relax, while maintaining proper fluid equilibrium. The cardiovascular system experiences reduced pressure because of these effects, which also enhance artery flexibility

Smriti Mandhana's wedding to Palash Muchhal has been indefinitely postponed due to her father's sudden hospitalisation. Palak Muchhal confirmed the sensitive situation, requesting privacy. Both Smriti's father and fiancé were hospitalised, though Palash has since been discharged. The family is focused on Mr Mandhana's recovery, with his condition stable but requiring observation.

Seventeen protesters were sent to judicial custody in Delhi for demonstrating at India Gate against air pollution, bringing the total arrests to 22. Police reported protesters obstructed and assaulted officers, using pepper spray. Two FIRs were registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

NBA star Dwyane Wade surprised wife Gabrielle Union on her birthday in Rome, where she's filming a new project. The couple, along with their daughter Kaavia James, celebrated the occasion, with Union sharing heartwarming glimpses of the family reunion. This visit comes as Union gears up for her upcoming rom-com, 'Blame It On Rome'.

Experiencing blood streaks after a sneeze can be alarming, but it's often due to common issues like dry air, allergies, or forceful sneezes irritating delicate nasal vessels. Understanding these triggers, from environmental factors to underlying health conditions, is key to effective treatment and prevention. Simple remedies and lifestyle adjustments can significantly reduce future occurrences.

"I, like many others, took an instant liking to Dharmendra ji, the actor, who entertained us with his versatility. That on-screen bond became stronger off-screen when I met him. His energy was incredibly infectious, and he would always tell me, ‘Tumko dekhkar ek kilo khoon badh jaata hai mera.’ He had an effortless warmth, making everyone around him feel valued and special," Tendulkar wrote on X.

An Indian national from Arunachal Pradesh faced an 18-hour ordeal at Shanghai Pudong Airport, with Chinese immigration officials deeming her passport invalid due to her birthplace. Prema Wangjom Thongdok, a UK resident, was allegedly told Arunachal is not part of India. The Indian embassy intervened, resolving the issue.

Warren Buffett's career lessons extend beyond investing, emphasizing treating your career like 'Me Ltd.' and understanding your 'circle of competence.' He advises planning in decades, creating a 'margin of safety,' and ignoring career 'Mr. Markets.' Building a personal 'moat' and continuous learning are crucial for long-term, compounding career growth.

Ravichandran Ashwin humorously suggested it would be easy to 'Mankad' South Africa's Marco Jansen, while praising his talent. Jansen's impressive performance with both bat and ball in the ongoing Test match has put South Africa in a strong position to win the series. South Africa are closing on a first series win in India since Hansie Cronje's team triumphed in 2000.

Salesforce CEO Mark Benioff has declared his switch from ChatGPT to Google's Gemini 3.0. He experienced a significant shift after using Google's latest AI model. Benioff highlighted Gemini 3's improvements in reasoning, speed, image, and video processing. This move signals intense competition in the AI landscape, with other tech leaders acknowledging Gemini 3's success.

The Election Commission is addressing work-related stress among Booth Level Officers (BLOs) during Kerala's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls after an audio message went viral. This follows reports of BLO suicides and deaths due to excessive pressure in several states, prompting protests and criticism from political parties regarding the rushed and opaque nature of the revision process.

Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away at 89 in Mumbai. Singer Kamal Khan paid tribute, calling him an inspiration whose journey from Punjab to cinema and connection to his roots touched souls. Dharmendra's demise marks the end of an era for fans and the industry.

Indian cricket stars, including Virat Kohli, Deepti Sharma, Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh, Kedar Jadhav, and Shikhar Dhawan, have paid heartfelt tributes to legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra, who passed away at 89. IPL teams also joined in mourning the iconic actor, remembering his charm, talent, and enduring legacy in Indian cinema.

Mohammed Siraj's lighthearted moment with the Spidercam offered a brief respite for Indian fans amidst a tough day 3 in Guwahati. South Africa dominated, with Marco Jansen's exceptional all-round performance, including 6/48, crippling India's first innings and bundling them out for 201. The Proteas did not enforce the follow-on and opted to bat again.