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North Korean citizens, including schoolchildren, are being executed for watching South Korean TV shows such as Squid Game and listening to K-pop, according to new testimony shared with Amnesty International.The testimony comes from 25 in-depth interviews with North Koreans, including 11 who fled the country between 2009 and 2020, reported the Independent. Most of the…
State Bank of India (SBI) reported a 24% year-on-year record (all-time high) standalone net profit of Rs 21,028 crore for the December quarter of FY26, reflecting steady growth in core income and recovery trends.On a consolidated basis, the state-owned lender posted a 13.06 per cent rise in profit to Rs 21,317 crore during the quarter,…
The newly announced interim trade deal between India and the United States lays out a roadmap to deepen collaboration on the digital trade and technology front. The two nations released a joint statement on Saturday, announcing details of the interim trade agreement. “The US and India are pleased to announce that they have reached a…
Faheem Ashraf (PTI Photo) Faheem Ashraf produced a stunning late cameo to rescue Pakistan from the brink, smashing an unbeaten 29 off just 11 balls to script a dramatic three-wicket win over the Netherlands in their T20 World Cup opener on Saturday.Chasing 148, Pakistan appeared well on course at 90 for 2 at the halfway…
HSSC CET Phase 2 recruitment 2026: Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has issued Advt. No. 04/2026 for the Common Eligibility Test (CET) Phase-II, announcing 4,227 Group C vacancies. Only candidates who cleared the CET Phase-I (Advt. 01/2025) for Group C posts are eligible to apply. Online applications will be accepted from 9 February 2026 to…
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner’s youngest, now 13, popped up in some rare photos with his mom, and people online went wild. Dressed in a sharp navy suit, Samuel looked every bit the mix of his famous parents: he’s got Ben’s features and a quiet confidence that definitely runs in the family. What happened? On…
Schoolteacher in Vadodara was allegedly slapped by an 18-year-old student for being late to an exam. VADODARA: A woman schoolteacher was allegedly slapped by a student before the entire class when she asked him why he was late for an exam. To make matters worse, the student’s father and others allegedly threatened her to stop…
Even when your thoughts feel jumbled, your natural poise allows your message to resonate. Though small uncertainties may arise, stand firm against outside influences. Embrace the simple pleasures in your personal connections, and act swiftly on career opportunities. When it comes to finances, venture carefully; plan your investments rather than succumbing to impulse buys. A…
Why cars need real door handles and fewer touchscreens Back in 2012, Tesla made a fancy new kind of car door handle for its Model S. These handles stayed hidden inside the door and popped out only when needed. They looked cool, and Tesla said they also helped the car move more smoothly through the…
UAE mandates English as the medium for advanced mathematics and science in private schools / image: @moeuae The UAE’s educational landscape is undergoing a monumental transformation. Under a new federal decree, the Ministry of Education (MoE) has officially mandated that Advanced Mathematics and Science subjects must now be taught in English across private schools nationwide.This…
