NEET-UG Live News: The National Testing Agency on Friday said medical entrance examination NEET-UG will be conducted on May 7, 2023.
The second edition of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) will be conducted from May 21 to 31, 2023, it announced.
"The schedule for all crucial exams has been announced this year in advance," a senior NTA official added.
On Thursday, the agency said engineering entrance exam JEE-Main would be conducted from January 24 to 31, except on Republic Day. The second session of the exam will be held in April and applications for the exam will be accepted from December 15 to January 12, it added.
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Petition filed in Supreme Court seeking SIT probe in Bihar (Chapra) hooch tragedy
The plea seeks an independent probe and formulation of action plan to curb the manufacturing, trading and sale of illicit liquor. PIL further seeks compensation for the victims’ families.
Union Cabinet meeting to be held in the evening later today
Neeraj Chopra displaces Usain Bolt in global interest charts
Usain Bolt has failed to top the list of the most written about athletes for the first time in years in a sign that track and field is emerging from the hold the retired Jamaican sprint legend had over the sport. World Athletics said that in 2022, Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra displaced the charismatic Bolt, who is still the world record holder in the 100m and 200m despite retiring in 2017.
Chopra had a terrific year, finishing runner-up in the world championships in Eugene, Oregon -- only the second Indian to win a global medal after Anju Bobby George's bronze in the women's long jump in 2003 -- and became the first athlete from his country to win the Diamond League final in the javelin.
Honda to hike vehicle prices by up to Rs 30,000 from Jan
Japanese car maker Honda on Friday said it is planning to increase prices of its entire model range by up to Rs 30,000 from January to partially offset the impact of rising input costs and prepare products in compliance with upcoming stricter emission norms. The company, which is present in the country through a wholly-owned subsidiary, joins the likes of market leader Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Renault, Kia India and MG Motor, who have also made the year-end announcements to hike prices from the next month.
Apple TV+ cancels 'Shantaram' after season 1
British actor Charlie Hunam-led "Shantaram" series has been cancelled by Apple TV+ after first season. The news comes ahead of the Friday premiere of the final episode of season one. The show is based on Gregory David Roberts' epic novel"Shantaram". According to entertainment website Deadline, the series was written and executive produced by showrunner Steve Lightfoot. Bharat Nalluri directed and executive produced.
Macau says visitors can quarantine at home upon arrival instead of at a hotel
Macau said on Friday that international arrivals, including from Hong Kong and Taiwan, can isolate at home for 5 days instead of in a mandated hotel, as authorities in the world's biggest gambling hub begin to unwind strict COVID-19 rules.
Medical entrance exam NEET-UG to be conducted on May 7, 2023: National Testing Agency
Medical entrance exam NEET-UG to be conducted on May 7, 2023: National Testing Agency
Cinema vehicle for people of different colours, castes and religions to better understand each other: Shah Rukh Khan at Kolkata film festival
Bharat Jodo Yatra completes 100 days: Congress MP KC Venugopal
Today this yatra has completed 100 days & it has turned out to be a huge success. Common people are now realizing the real face of Rahul Gandhi & that is why BJP is now in great difficulties.
In Jammu and Kashmir, early morning firing incident by unidentified terrorists at Rajouri near Military Hospital, there has been fatal casualty of two individuals: White Knight Corps, Indian Army
The Police, security forces and civil administration officials are on the site.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lays wreath at National War Memorial on Vijay Diwas
No matter what, people like us will stay positive: Shahrukh Khan amid protests against movie ‘Pathan’
DGP Dilbagh Singh and ADGP Jammu Zone Mukesh Singh lay wreaths at Balidan Stambh in Jammu on the occasion of Vijay Diwas 2022
Sitharaman on manufacturing
We should be focusing on manufacturing and newer areas in services. It is necessary to strengthen our manufacturing: Nirmala Sitharaman.
As per Word Economic Forum, 140 million mid-income households will be added to India's economy by 2030: Nirmala Sitharaman
Deepak Fertilisers to demerge mining chemicals, fertiliser businesses
Industrial chemicals and fertilisers manufacturer Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation (DFPCL) on Thursday announced a corporate restructuring plan under which it will demerge its mining chemicals and fertilisers businesses. The board of Smartchem Technologies (STL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of DFPCL, in a meeting on Thursday approved a corporate restructuring plan that will help unlock the growth potential of each of the businesses, the company said in a statement.
Sensex declines 385.38 points to 61,413.65 in early trade
Nifty dips 115.35 points to 18,299.55
Rupee falls 4 paise to 82.80 against US dollar in early trade
Bihar: The death toll in the Chhapra hooch tragedy rises to 50
Congress' 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' completes 100 days on the road
The Bharat Jodo Yatra's biggest achievement is that it highlighted issues relevant to the people, senior Congress leader K C Venugopal said on Friday as the Rahul Gandhi-led foot march completed 100 days on the road. Gandhi, Venugopal, former Rajasthan deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot and other senior leaders of the party began the morning leg of the yatra.
China's economy faces more complex, severe external environment -state planner
China's economy faces a more complex and severe external environment amid weakening global economic growth, requiring arduous work to promote a continuous recovery, the country's top state planner said in a statement on Friday. Economic growth is expected to continue picking up pace following the implementation of new COVID rules, the National Development and Reform Commission said, adding that China will speed up construction of infrastructure projects and expand effective investment.
Two civilians killed as Army sentry opens fire in J-K's Rajouri
Two civilians were killed and one person was injured when an Army sentry allegedly opened fire on them in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday morning, officials said. The victims, who were reportedly working as porters with the Army, were approaching the alpha gate of an Army camp in the district around 6.15 am when they were fired upon, they said.
Twitter suspends accounts of several journalists
Twitter Inc on Thursday suspended the accounts of several journalists, including ones from the New York Times and the Washington Post, with the site showing "account suspended" notices for them. Reuters could not immediately ascertain why those accounts were suspended. All the suspended reporters have in recent months written about Twitter's owner, billionaire Elon Musk, and changes at the platform since he bought it.
Malaysia landslide kills at least eight people -disaster agency
A landslide in Malaysia on Friday has killed at least eight people and injured seven, the national disaster agency said. In a message on Twitter, the Malaysian disaster management agency also said 53 people had been rescued after the landslide engulfed a campsite in Selangor state and left dozens trapped.
Govt slashes windfall tax on diesel, ATF
Government revises Windfall Tax on crude reduces to ₹1,700 from ₹4,900/tonne effective today.
Eric Garcetti well-qualified to serve as US Ambassador to India: White House
Former Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is well-qualified to serve as the US Ambassador to India, the White House said Thursday. The statement comes days after influential senator Chuck Grassley opposed Garcetti's nomination as he faces an allegation of sexual harassment by one of his staff members. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, however, told reporters at her daily news conference that a diplomat in India is a priority.
Senate passes defense bill rescinding COVID vaccine mandate
A bill to rescind the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for members of the U.S. military and provide nearly $858 billion for national defense passed the Senate on Thursday and now goes to President Joe Biden to be signed into law. The bill provides for about $45 billion more for defense programs than Biden requested and roughly 10% more than last year's bill as lawmakers look to account for inflation and boost the nation's military competitiveness with China and Russia. It includes a 4.6% pay raise for servicemembers and the Defense Department's civilian workforce.
China reports 2,157 new symptomatic COVID cases
China reported 2,157 new symptomatic COVID-19 infections on Dec. 15, compared with 2,000 a day earlier, the National Health Commission said on Friday. Excluding imported infections, China reported 2,091 new local symptomatic cases, up from 1,944 a day earlier. China stopped reporting asymptomatic cases from Wednesday, citing a lack of testing among people with no symptoms that was making it difficult to accurately tally the total count.
Peru's ex-leader Castillo to remain in detention for 18 months: Supreme Court
Malaysia says two dead, 51 missing after landslide -fire department
Malaysia's fire department said that two people had died and 51 were still missing after a landslide struck a campsite in Selangor state early on Friday, with search efforts ongoing. In a statement, the national fire department said that as of 7 a.m. (2300 GMT Thursday) three people had also been injured and 23 people had been found safe.
US: Georgia, NH latest states to ban TikTok from state computers
Governors Brian Kemp of Georgia and Chris Sununu of New Hampshire on Thursday immediately banned the use of TikTok and popular messaging applications from all computer devices controlled by their state governments, saying the Chinese government may be able to access users' personal information. Both Republican governors banned the messaging app WeChat and other apps owned by Chinese firm Tencent. Sununu went further, banning apps owned by Chinese firm Alibaba and telecommunications hardware and smartphones made by Chinese firms including Huawei and ZTE.
Russia: US air defense systems could be targets in Ukraine
Russia's Foreign Ministry warned Thursday that if the U.S. delivers sophisticated air defense systems to Ukraine, those systems and any crews that accompany them would be a “legitimate target” for the Russian military, a blunt threat that was quickly rejected by Washington. The exchange of statements reflected soaring Russia-U.S. tensions amid the fighting in Ukraine, which is now in its 10th month.
Brazil police serve search warrants over Bolsonaro protests
Brazil's Federal Police began serving dozens of search warrants Thursday targeting supporters of President Jair Bolsonaro for blocking highways after his election loss, according to a statement. The operation was ordered by Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes, who also presides over the nation's electoral authority. He is responsible for two investigations into Bolsonaro supporters regarding allegedly anti-democratic acts and the spread of fake news on social media regarding the election.
Indian-origin man sentenced to 12 years jail for attacking Singapore enforcement officer
An Indian-origin man was sentenced to 11 years and nine months in jail with nine strokes of the cane for attacking a Certis enforcement officer with a sickle, severely injuring his leg, two years ago. Vickneswaran Sivan, 32, was miffed with the officer as he had issued a summons for smoking cigarette at the void deck of a block of flats in Canberra Link in Sembawang, according to The Straits Times.
New York bans pet stores from selling cats, dogs, rabbits
New York on Thursday became the latest state to ban the sale of cats, dogs and rabbits in pet stores in an attempt to target commercial breeding operations decried by critics as “puppy mills”. The new law, which was signed by Governor Kathy Hochul and takes effect in 2024, lets pet shops work instead with shelters to offer rescued or abandoned animals up for adoption. It will also ban breeders from selling more than nine animals a year.
Will address challenges to food security during India's G20 presidency: Janet Yellen
During India's G20 presidency, ongoing challenges to food security will be addressed, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told African leaders. “G20 leaders recently highlighted the importance of a robust global food security response,” Yellen said in her remarks at the US-Africa Leaders' Summit: Heads of State Session on Food Security.