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Evening news wrap: Uddhav Thackeray hits out at BJP after BMC loss; PM Modi calls for ‘Asli Poribortan’ in Bengal; & more | India News

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray vowed to continue the fight in Mumbai after BMC elections, asserting BJP “can’t buy loyalty.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Malda, accused the Trinamool Congress of corruption and called for “asli poribortan” in Bengal. India and Bangladesh Under-19 captains skipped the customary handshake at the toss….

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RBI Assistant recruitment 2026: Registration for 650 posts ends tomorrow; direct link to apply here

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will close the registration process for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 tomorrow, March 8, 2026. Candidates who wish to apply for the recruitment must complete their application before the deadline on the official website, www.rbi.org.in.This recruitment drive aims to fill 650 Assistant posts in various RBI offices across India. The…

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The rise of ‘Queen’: From ages 8 to 18, how an all-girl team is bringing free chess to rural India | Chess News

Girls in rural India taught chess for free (Photo Credit: Special arrangements) NEW DELHI: The queen was not always the strongest piece in chess. From the inception of “Chaturanga” in India in the 6th century, and through its long journey across the Middle East before reaching Europe in the 15th century, the piece we now…

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Union Budget 2026: Big push to ‘future ready’ infra, FM hikes capex by 9%

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced a nearly 9 per cent increase in capital expenditure, raising the allocation to Rs 12.2 lakh crore for FY 2026-27, as the government doubled down on infrastructure-led growth under its “future-ready Bharat” push.Presenting the Union Budget in Parliament, Sitharaman said the higher allocation was aimed at sustaining…

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Budget 2026: Education experts urge government to improve quality, boost infra; call to shift focus on skills

Representative image (AI-generated) As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, education experts have urged the government to shift focus from expanding enrolment to improving quality, infrastructure and future-ready skills. The experts added that it is crucial to harness India’s young population and fast-growing higher education sector.India has the world’s second-largest education system, with nearly 40 per…

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‘They pushed us right to the edge’: Harry Brook stunned as Nepal shake England in dramatic World Cup clash | Cricket News

England’s Sam Curran celebrates after wining against Nepal during the T20 World Cup (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) England captain Harry Brook admitted he was surprised by the way Nepal’s batters attacked senior leg-spinner Adil Rashid during their T20 World Cup opener on Sunday. The former champions were pushed to the limit before eventually sealing a narrow…

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India’s mystery spinner scales new heights: Varun Chakaravarthy tightens grip on No.1 T20I ranking | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: India’s preparations for their T20 World Cup title defence have received a major boost with mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy entering uncharted territory at the top of the ICC Men’s T20I Bowler Rankings. The right-arm spinner has surged to a career-best rating of 818 points, further consolidating his position as the No.1 ranked bowler…

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