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Leopard on the Hunt… But Spares a Puppy!A shocking encounter in Maharashtra’s Palghar has left everyone stunned!
A leopard that entered a residential area in search of prey spotted a tiny puppy and suddenly grabbed it in its powerful paws. For a moment, it looked like the puppy’s fate was sealed. But then came an unexpected twist!
NEET Protestors’ FIR Comes Up Before Supreme Court, Hearing on September 1
The FIR registered against students following protests in Delhi over NEET-related demands has come before the Supreme Court. The court is scheduled to hear the matter on September 1, with the police action, circumstances surrounding the FIR and legal issues concerning the protesters expected to come under consideration. The case has also raised questions about the balance between students’ right to protest and the authorities’ responsibility to maintain public order.
Kerala May Witness Early Summer-Like Conditions as Rain Deficit Widens
Kerala could experience summer-like weather conditions earlier than usual this year as the state’s rainfall deficit is expected to widen further. A continued shortage of rain could lead to lower soil moisture, rising daytime temperatures and increasing pressure on water resources. The weakening of the southwest monsoon could further influence weather conditions across the state in the coming months.
PM Modi to Participate in Jal Shakti Ministry Summit on Wednesday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in a key summit organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti on Wednesday. The event is expected to focus on water security, conservation and efficient management of the country’s water resources. Progress of various water-related initiatives and future strategies are also likely to be discussed.
JEE Advanced May Shift to Adaptive Testing to Reduce Coaching Dependence
The JEE Advanced examination could undergo a significant change, with IITs considering an adaptive testing model aimed at reducing students’ dependence on coaching institutes. Under the proposed system, the difficulty of subsequent questions would change based on a candidate’s responses. While discussions are still underway, the new format could potentially be introduced from 2027, according to the report.
Keralam to roll out 24x7 specialty care at District, General Hospitals
The new facilities, to be called Pratheeksha Centres, will provide round-the-clock services in medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, paediatrics and gynaecology. The government aims to establish at least one such centre in every district, says Health Minister, adding that pilot run of the initiative, which began at Punalur Taluk Hospital on September 1, has evoked good public response
Can’t we invite the Vice-President for Onam just because there are Vande Mataram protocols, asks Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
Satheesan says the State government is bound to follow Central protocol in events where the President, Vice-President or the Prime Minister are present
