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In all, 72,507 candidates have registered for the test in Telangana, and it will be conducted from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in 190 examination centres across the State

The IMF Executive Board is scheduled to meet Pakistan officials on May 9 for the first review of the Extended Funding Facility

The ICAR says development of such seeds is ‘first-ever such achievement’ in the country using cutting-edge genome editing technology

Intelligence chatter before the Pahalgam massacre indicated terror groups planned to target tourist spots in J&K, especially hotels near Srinagar. Despite generic warnings about potential attacks on tourists, laborers, and pilgrims in various areas, Baisaran lacked specific mention.

The development comes nearly a fortnight after a BSF jawan was apprehended by the Rangers amid rising tension between the two countries in the wake of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam

Why is the BJP government’s decision a surprise? What are the challenges the exercise will throw up? What are the complexities? What will it mean for the reservation ceiling? Which are the States that have already conducted a caste enumeration?

The Indian government abruptly removed Krishnamurthy Subramanian from the IMF board, six months before his term ended, amidst disagreements over IMF datasets and allegations of impropriety related to his book promotion. This decision precedes a crucial IMF meeting regarding a $1.3 billion climate resilience loan to Pakistan, a move India opposes.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, which resulted in 26 fatalities, including a Nepalese tourist, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif asserted that Pakistan's reaction to India's alleged provocative actions was responsible and measured. He refuted India's accusations, offered assistance with an international investigation, and reiterated Pakistan's opposition to terrorism.

Manipur marked two years since the eruption of ethnic violence between Meitei and Kuki-Zo groups, bringing life to a standstill across the Imphal Valley and Kuki-majority hill districts. The conflict has resulted in over 260 deaths, thousands injured, and the displacement of 70,000 people, deepening divisions and leaving many in camps facing trauma and economic hardship.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong led the People's Action Party (PAP) to a decisive victory in Singapore's General Election, securing 87 of 97 parliamentary seats. The election, Wong's first test as prime minister, occurred amidst economic uncertainties caused by US trade tariffs. Voters cast ballots for 92 contested seats, determining Singapore's political direction as the PAP continues its long-standing governance.

India has firmly rejected Pakistan's proposal for a neutral probe into the Pahalgam killings, denouncing it as a deceptive tactic to divert attention from Pakistan's involvement. Indian officials assert that the call for neutrality is a ploy to evade accountability and undermine India's security interests.

What does a recent report highlight about research in India? What are some of the recommendations?

Madhya Pradesh minister Vishwas Sarang sparked controversy by advocating for the public execution of individuals involved in 'love jihad' and crimes against minors. His remarks followed an incident where a rape suspect, Farhan Khan, was shot in the leg while allegedly attempting to escape police custody.