Sold! From Dhoni’s bat to Bradman’s cap: Look at cricket’s costliest memorabilia
Cricket memorabilia, steeped in history and emotion, fetch staggering sums at auctions worldwide. Shane Warne’s Baggy Green cap led the pack, raising funds for bushfire relief. Sir Donald Bradman’s caps, including his debut and 1946-47 Ashes caps, are national treasures. Source: The Times of India/ToI Read More
Salmonella outbreak spreads: 95 sick in 14 US states with nationwide warnings issued
A Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened 95 people across 14 US states, with California being the most affected. Country Eggs LLC has recalled its cage-free eggs due to contamination risks, sold under multiple brand names in California and Nevada. Consumers are urged to check egg cartons for specific codes and dates, discard recalled eggs, and sanitize affected surfaces. Source: The Times of India/ToI Read More
KSET 2025 registration begins at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in; exam scheduled for 2 November
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened online registrations for KSET 2025 at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. The exam is scheduled for November 2, 2025, covering 33 subjects. The last date to apply is September 18, with the fee payment deadline on September 19. Admit cards will be released on October 24. Eligibility includes a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks. Application fees vary by category, and only online submissions are accepted. Source: The Times of India/ToI Read More
Uttarakhand cloudburst: 5 dead, vehicles swept away; IMD issues red alert
Heavy rains and cloudbursts in Uttarakhand have triggered devastating landslides, resulting in at least four fatalities and several missing individuals across Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Tehri, and Bageshwar districts. Homes have been destroyed, vehicles swept away, and farmland submerged, with rescue operations hampered by blocked roads. Source: The Times of India/ToI Read More
The missing link: Why India’s digital infrastructure in schools must catch up
While India celebrates its digital advancements, a significant digital divide persists in education. Although more schools now have computers and electricity, over a third lack computers and internet access. This disparity hinders the implementation of the National Education Policy’s digital vision and leaves many students behind in an increasingly AI-driven world, widening the inequality gap. Source: The Times of India/ToI Read More
NEET PG 2025 scorecard, final answer key released at natboard.edu.in: Check direct link to download here
The NBEMS has released the NEET PG 2025 scorecard and final answer key for medical graduates pursuing postgraduate courses in India. Candidates can download their scorecards from the official portal using their credentials. The scorecard, available for a limited time, is essential for counseling and admission processes, subject to eligibility verification. Source: The Times of India/ToI Read More
‘India’s rise unstoppable’: Ambani calls for India-first development model; what he said
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani declared India’s rise as unstoppable at the company’s Annual General Meeting. He highlighted India’s rapid GDP growth, projecting a potential 10% annual increase with the right reforms. Ambani envisioned a four to five-fold rise in per capita income within two decades, fostering a more prosperous and equitable nation. Source: The Times of India/ToI Read More
Thailand PM removed: Cambodia border row at core; political crisis ahead?
Thailand’s Constitutional Court removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The court cited ethical failures related to a border dispute with Cambodia. A leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen led to the decision. Paetongtarn is the sixth Shinawatra family member ousted in 20 years. Parliament will now select a new prime minister. Source: The Times of India/ToI Read More