Akbar brutal but tolerant, Babur ruthless: New NCERT textbook on Mughal era

Indian and Pakistani textbooks present vastly different views of Mughal history, particularly Akbar and Aurangzeb. India’s new texts offer a nuanced view, acknowledging both emperors’ brutality and reform. Pakistan’s texts vilify Akbar while glorifying figures like Sirhindi, and whitewash Aurangzeb, reflecting differing national identities and ideologies.

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India’s ‘GANDIVA’ Missile: DRDO’s New Air-to-Air Gamechanger Targets Stealth Threats Like China’s J-20

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged harassment of Bengali speakers in BJP-ruled states, citing incidents in Rajasthan and Maharashtra — claims BJP dismissed as political posturing ahead of 2026 polls.

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Mamata Banerjee’s Protest on Bengali Harassment Lacks Evidence

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged harassment of Bengali speakers in BJP-ruled states, citing incidents in Rajasthan and Maharashtra — claims BJP dismissed as political posturing ahead of 2026 polls.

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DMA, IMA Urge Centre to Enforce Rotatory Headship at AIIMS, PGI

The push for implementing the Rotatory Headship policy at AIIMS New Delhi and PGIMER Chandigarh has gained fresh momentum, with the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and Delhi Medical Association (DMA) formally urging Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda to act on the long-pending directive. Citing fairness, transparency, and global best practices, both associations stressed that the policy—awaiting implementation since July 2023—would restore morale among faculty and modernize academic leadership in India’s premier medical institutions.

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Doritos Turns Up the Heat in India with Launch of Cool Ranch and Jalapeño Salsa Mexicana Flavours

NEW DELHI: Snack lovers in India are in for a bold surprise as Doritos, the iconic nacho chip brand from PepsiCo, introduces two of its…

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England Fined, Lose WTC Points for Slow Over Rate in Lord’s Test

England captain Ben Stokes has accepted ICC sanctions after his team was penalized for a slow over rate in the third Test against India at Lord’s, costing England 10% of match fees and two World Test Championship points — a setback in the closely fought WTC race.

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IIM Bodh Gaya Wins Top CPWD Awards for Campus, MEP Excellence

IIM Bodh Gaya has won two top honors at CPWD’s 171st Annual Day — the Certificate of Merit for Best Completed Project and Best MEP Services — for its permanent campus, marking a major milestone for Bihar’s higher education infrastructure.

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Abhishek Slams Reported Demolition of Satyajit Ray’s Dhaka Home

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has slammed reports of the demolition of Satyajit Ray’s ancestral home in Dhaka, calling it an assault on Bengali heritage and global cultural legacy. Urging both Bangladesh and India to intervene, Banerjee warned against the erasure of the Ray family’s historic contributions to literature, cinema, and art.

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Ravi Shastri Points to Pant Run-Out, Nair Lapse as Lord’s Turning Points

Former India coach Ravi Shastri has pinpointed Rishabh Pant’s first-innings run-out and Karun Nair’s second-innings dismissal as the turning points in India’s narrow 22-run loss at Lord’s. Shastri lauded England’s composure under pressure and Ben Stokes’ match-winning spells, while stressing the series is far from over with two Tests remaining.

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Liam Dawson Replaces Injured Bashir for Crucial 4th Test vs India

England have called up veteran all-rounder Liam Dawson for the fourth Test against India after spinner Shoaib Bashir was ruled out with a fractured finger. The 35-year-old Dawson, last seen in Test whites in 2017, returns on the back of a strong County season, offering England a balanced option as they aim to clinch the series at Old Trafford.

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Sachin Hails Sinner After Maiden Wimbledon Win Over Alcaraz

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar hailed Jannik Sinner’s historic Wimbledon win, calling his four-set triumph over Carlos Alcaraz a “match befitting a final.” The Italian, known for his baseline precision, captured his maiden Wimbledon and fourth Grand Slam title after a riveting battle at Centre Court, cementing his status among tennis elites.

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King Charles Meets Indian Cricket Team After Lord’s Test

King Charles hosted the Indian Men’s Test team at Clarence House, strengthening the royal family’s sporting ties after the India-England Test series. Captain Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah, and Rishabh Pant shared a candid moment with the monarch in the Clarence House gardens, highlighting cricket’s role in cultural diplomacy.

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