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All the elected persons are members of the Professors’ Forum

Union Law Ministry to amend Advocates Act with new draft Bill after public feedback and consultation with stakeholders, facing opposition from legal fraternity

Postponement of the examination one day ahead of its scheduled conduct will not only affect the physical and mental well-being of 84,921 genuine candidates but also result in violation of the Model Code of Conduct in force for the forthcoming elections to the MLC seats, it says

Raut is considered the "Father of Odissi dance", having steered the revival of Odissi in 1950s with Shastra-based knowledge.

In Madhya Pradesh, Mr. Modi will lay the foundation stone of Bageshwar Dham Medical and Science Research Institute in Chhatarpur

Design phase expected to take up to three years, with another five years for construction; project aiming for 90% to 95% indigenous content; contract negotiations to start soon for separate deal to buy six new subs

The civic body has been providing a 5% rebate for advance taxpayers

Courts directs govt. to regularise services of two persons who worked on daily wages for 39 and 32 years, respectively 

According to family members of the deceased Trinamool worker, Sheikh Niyamul was attacked by another party worker Sheikh Kalu; the attack, according to locals, was a result of a feud between two factions of the ruling party

The petitioners had served for a period ranging from two years to 13 years in various schools in Mysuru

Sidney Crosby, captain of Team Canada, led his team to victory against Team USA in the 4 Nations Face Off final. He maintains a low profile about his personal life, including his 15-year relationship with model Kathy Leutner, whom he met in 2008. Leutner supports Crosby’s career, often attending games to cheer him on.

The Opposition accused the government of indulging in divisive rhetoric by ignoring and wrongly defaming Urdu, the second official language of the State

Security forces told to wait till end of amnesty period to conduct any crackdowns; Amit Shah likely to visit on February 28 to review security situation

Ahead of Bihar Assembly election later this year, a section of Janata Dal (United) leaders have been calling for Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s son to take the political plunge; however, Mr. Nishant has shown no interest

It will be implemented from next academic year; council says move will help students prepare for competitive exams such as JEE NEET, UPSC, and ensure better access to universities in India and abroad