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An IIT-Bombay student died by suicide after using a mobile phone during an examination. He had uploaded the question paper to an AI platform seeking answers. The instructor and department head counselled him, assuring no academic impact. Students protested, demanding focus on mental health concerns on campus. This incident follows a similar student suicide two months prior.

Rabiul Alam Chowdhury's announcement came a day after Sanchita Pradhan Dey, the faction's candidate in Nandigram, withdrew her nomination. She had met West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari with her husband on Thursday, but did not publicly explain her decision to quit. After Dey's withdrawal, Mamata's faction backed Congress candidate Milan Pradhan in Nandigram.

Viewers can watch the Asian Games 2026 online on Sony LIV, while TV audience can tune into Sony Sports for the big-ticket sports event

The Students’ council claimed female students in particular felt unsafe following what it described as repeated threats, unauthorised entry of outsiders into the campus and intimidation

The arrival of India's Asia Cup trophies at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai is on the horizon. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia assured fans that the silverware would be en route soon. Both the men's and women's cricket teams chose not to participate in trophy presentations in Dubai. Notably, the women's team held their own medal ceremony after clinching the final, demonstrating a resolute stance towards trophy recognition.

Dengue cases are severely straining Dhaka hospitals, with patients treated on floors and verandas. Over 747 new patients were admitted nationwide in a single 24-hour period. August saw the worst dengue outbreak this year, reporting over 20,000 infections. Experts predict the situation could worsen further in October, requiring more action. Destroying mosquito breeding grounds remains the long-term effective solution.

Asked whether Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan will discuss the case while meeting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi, Chennithala says there is ‘no need for such a discussion’

Children aged 5 to 15 most vulnerable; patients advised to stay home and avoid contact with others

On prescription checks, 36% of 3,697 Mumbai respondents said chemists never refused to give them medicines without a prescription and another 35% said they did so very rarely

The curriculum covers core management disciplines, electives and a capstone project.

Agitated residents stage a road blockade demanding better safety measures on the stretch; police arrest lorry driver

The incident was reported at Sivanagar Bramhamgari Temple in the town; the injured were shifted to the area hospital

State power utility plans to supply 3.5 million tonnes of surplus coal by March 2027

According to officials, the establishments systematically suppressed the value of taxable supplies, reporting significantly lower sales figures than the actual amounts collected from patrons.

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The period of completion of the project is 24 months (excluding bidding process) for the construction phase and five Years for Operation & Maintenance (O&M)

World champion D Gukesh said Arjun Erigaisi’s shock opening-round loss was partly influenced by India’s hectic arrival and accommodation issues, with players waiting six hours for rooms. Gukesh also backed India’s decision to field him on Board 4, saying Pragg and Arjun were in strong form and the order was chosen to maximise the team’s chances.