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Students can choose one of several ways provided to download their marksheets

According to data from the Chennai Corporation’s Education Department, 6,271 of the 7,081 students who appeared for the examination cleared it

The maximum and minimum temperatures in Hyderabad are likely to be around 41℃ and 29℃ respectively

Rajan was best known for producing films such ‘Thangamana Thangachi’ (1991) and ‘Chinna Poovai Killathe’ (1992) and directing films like ‘Unarchigal’ (2005)

Directives issued to all departments to take necessary steps for implementation of all promises in UDF’s election manifesto by 2031

Operation Epic Fury, initiated under the leadership of Donald Trump, saw the U.S. military suffer grave losses, with 42 aircraft—comprising fighter jets and drones—sustaining damage or being lost entirely. This aggressive strike prompted swift and vigorous reprisal from Iran, bringing the region to a boiling point.

The widespread online attention surrounding the gift exchange seemingly led to speculative activity in the stock, despite there being no business link between the company and the confectionery brand. In fact, Parle Products is not a listed company.

The Delhi High Court has directed the Centre and CBFC to review allegations from a military official claiming the film 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' may have exposed sensitive Indian military and intelligence operations. The court emphasized these concerns warrant consideration, even for fictional entertainment.

The WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, citing a high risk of national and regional spread. While the global risk is low and it doesn't meet pandemic criteria, the agency warns the outbreak may have begun months ago and expects case numbers to rise.

India is grappling with an intense heatwave as temperatures soar, with the IMD issuing orange and red alerts for several northern and central regions. Delhi is experiencing highs of 44-45°C, while Uttar Pradesh's Banda district has recorded over 48°C. The extreme heat is also impacting tourism and is linked to global climate factors like potential El Niño conditions.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar dismissed speculation of a rift with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, stating they will visit Delhi if summoned by the party high command. This comes after a meeting with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge amid ongoing rumors about leadership tussle within the state government.

Rahul Gandhi has labeled Prime Minister Narendra Modi and home minister Amit Shah as traitors. He criticized the Prime Minister's gift of toffees to Italian counterpart Georgia Meloni as drama amid economic concerns. The Bharatiya Janata Party has strongly condemned Gandhi's statements, calling them regrettable and reflective of his divisive mindset.

Explosive opener Phil Salt is set to return for Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of the IPL 2026 playoffs after recovering from a finger injury. His return provides a significant boost to RCB's strong top-order, which struggled in his absence.

The Supreme Court has upheld the Centre's decision to conduct caste enumeration in the upcoming 2027 Census, stating there is "nothing wrong with it." A bench led by the Chief Justice emphasized that such data is crucial for the government to identify backward classes and implement effective welfare measures. This marks the first comprehensive caste count since 1931.

CBSE is facing severe criticism after its Class XII answer sheet access portal remained dysfunctional for over 24 hours despite repeated assurances that it was operational. Students across the country reported login failures, captcha errors and inaccessible pages while trying to apply for scanned copies of evaluated answer books. The board later admitted to technical glitches and temporarily withdrew the portal link. With lakhs of students awaiting re-evaluation decisions, frustration is mounting over CBSE’s preparedness, accountability and handling of the crisis.

India is preparing to send ships through the Strait of Hormuz to secure vital crude oil and energy cargoes amid ongoing disruptions. The government is finalizing plans for Indian vessels to navigate the waterway, which handles a significant portion of global oil flows, as shipping activity has slowed due to the Iran conflict.

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for gifting toffees to Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni in Rome, while accusing him of "laughing and filming reels" amid the struggles of farmers, youth, women, workers, and small traders in India. Gandhi deemed the gesture "a farce" and not leadership, contrasting it with an "economic storm" brewing domestically.