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Passport row highlights India's larger citizenship documentation challengeA remark by an External Affairs Ministry official on Passport Seva Divas that a passport is "a travel document, not a document of citizensh...
Passport not proof of citizenship? The 2,500-year-old history behind the travel documentA recent government clarification in India, stating passports aren't conclusive proof of citizenship, has ignited interest in the document'...
HP opposes centre's 'VB-G RAM G' scheme, says new norms will burden state with Rs 164 crore annually and reduce wagesHimachal Pradesh government vehemently opposes the Centre's renaming of MGNREGA to 'VB-G RAM G' and its new funding framework. Minister Ani...
22.7 lakh students appear for NEET re-test amid AI, CCTV and biometric vigilThe National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the NEET-UG re-examination on Sunday for 22.7 lakh candidates at 5,440 centres in India and 14 ...
Fully prepared for smooth, secure conduct of NEET-UG re-exam: NTAThe agency said it is closely monitoring social media and taking firm action against rumour-mongering and fraudulent "paper leak" claims, w...
NEET aspirant from Nagpur allotted exam centre nearly 2500 km away from home in Abu DhabiNEET-UG 2026 Retest: A Nagpur NEET aspirant's re-examination centre was inexplicably changed to Abu Dhabi, UAE, just a day before the test....
Assam CM reviews preparedness for NEET-UG 2026 re-examinationAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed preparations for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination. Over 43,000 candidates will appear at 8...
NEET retest: High-level military-grade security, adds to balooning exam pressure, says AnnamalaiStringent security measures for the NEET retest on June 21 are drawing criticism. Former BJP leader K Annamalai states these arrangements, ...
UK extends deadline for migrants to replace physical immigration documents with e-visasThe UK has extended the validity of expired Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) and Biometric Residence Cards (BRCs) for accessing immigrati...
Karnataka rolls out AI-powered attendance app for govt staffKarnataka has launched Kartavya, an AI-powered attendance system. This geofencing technology ensures employees are present at their workpla...
'Knot suitable': Digital checks save Rs 427 crore in UP's mass marriage schemeUttar Pradesh's mass marriage scheme is using technology to prevent fraud. Online applications and digital verification are identifying ine...
Examination system in crisis: The urgent need to shift focus from cost to capabilityRecent examination fiascos highlight a critical need to reform India's testing system. Current procurement practices favor low costs over e...
Tourism and hotel sector stocks: Time for a correction in business? Are analysts getting it wrong? 15 stocks from the ecosystemThe Indian hotel and tourism ecosystem has benefitted from the post-Covid travel urge. Occupancies were high, room rates firm, supply is, i...
The safe keepers: Inside India's booming locker economyIndia’s locker economy is booming amid rising gold prices and household wealth. While banks remain the preferred repository, private vault ...
IT secretary signals stricter government controls for AI, biometric devicesIndia is prioritising strategic autonomy and control over AI and biometric hardware, following global trends. Concerns over trusted sources...
IT secretary signals stricter govt controls for AI, biometric devicesIndia's IT secretary, S Krishnan, emphasized the need for strategic autonomy and control over AI and biometric hardware. Citing concerns ov...
Arunachal govt sets up 4 panels on infiltration, indigenous rights issuesArunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced four high-powered committees. These panels will examine infiltration issues and stre...
Mizoram expecting more influx from Myanmar amid ongoing conflict: CM LalduhomaAs Myanmar's turmoil drives refugees toward Mizoram, the state confronts the challenge of accommodating thousands of newly displaced indivi...
UIDAI's New Aadhaar App: How to set up your account and transfer from mAadhaarUIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar App, replacing the older mAadhaar. This app offers enhanced security with face authentication and biometri...
UIDAI says mAadhaar app retiring soon: Check what is new Aadhaar app , direct link to download, key security features and moreUIDAI new aadhaar app: The UIDAI is phasing out the old mAadhaar app, introducing a new, redesigned Aadhaar platform focused on enhanced pr...