NEW DELHI: Alarmed by the possibility of patients contracting HIV and viral hepatitis through unsafe medical procedures, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed medical colleges across the country to tighten injection safety practices, warning that such infections are entirely preventable but can occur when basic safeguards are ignored.In a nationwide advisory, the medical education…
Aryna Sabalenka (AP Photo/Aurelien Morissard) World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka combined power, precision and personality as she defeated former champion Naomi Osaka 7-5, 6-3 to book her place in the quarter-finals of the French Open. The Belarusian star not only delivered a commanding performance on Court Philippe-Chatrier but also stole the spotlight with a memorable…
NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s successful IPL title defence drew praise from across the sporting world, with England football captain Harry Kane joining the chorus of congratulatory messages after RCB’s triumph over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final. Kane took to Instagram Stories to applaud Virat Kohli and RCB following their five-wicket victory at…
NTA’s re-examination portal faces fresh security questions after vulnerability claims surface online NEW DELHI: Just days after the controversy surrounding the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) digital evaluation system, another examination-related platform has come under scrutiny. This time, the spotlight is on the National Testing Agency’s (NTA) re-examination portal, after cybersecurity researchers alleged serious…
CBSE launches re evaluation portal NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially activated the online portal for verification of marks and re-evaluation of answer scripts.The portal is now accessible to all candidates who wish to challenge the marks awarded in their recently declared board examinations.Students urged to follow step-by-step video guideIn…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was at his destructive best throughout IPL 2026, dispatching some of the world’s leading bowlers into the stands with ease. Known for his fearless approach and explosive strokeplay, the teenager consistently kept the scoreboard moving at a breathtaking pace while leaving bowlers struggling to…
NEW DELHI: For the first time in their cricket history, Afghanistan are going to host India in an international series this year. But the venue will be the national capital of India. TOI has learnt that plans are afoot for Afghanistan to host three T20Is against India at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Sept.An official…
JTET 2026 application window closes today as JAC confirms June 14 examination schedule statewide The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC), Ranchi, has announced the schedule for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET) 2026, conducted to determine eligibility for teaching positions in Primary (Classes 1 to 5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6 to 8) schools across the…
NEW DELHI: While breast and lung cancers are among the most common cancers in India, Kashmir is facing a distinct cancer burden, with stomach cancer emerging as a major concern. Alarmed by the high prevalence of gastrointestinal cancers in the Valley, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched a special initiative to strengthen…
Bhuvneshwar Kumar (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: The Royal Challengers Bengaluru coaching staff huddled in a room with a projector, making plans for what was ahead. With RCB Director of Cricket Mo Bobat taking notes and hovering in the room, Mentor and Batting coach Dinesh Karthik made a bold proclamation — much to the surprise…
