PM SHRI scheme transforms school education system in Jharkhand's Sahibganj

IANS | April 7, 2026 7:49 PM

Sahibganj (Jharkhand), April 7 (IANS) The Union government's ambitious PM SHRI Schools scheme is bringing a visible transformation in government schools, with Jharkhand's Sahibganj district emerging as a notable example of this change. The Mirzachauki PM SHRI High School in the district has witnessed a remarkable upgrade in infrastructure, teaching methods, and student engagement after being selected under the scheme.

Abusive language alone not obscenity under IPC: SC

IANS | April 6, 2026 7:22 PM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) The Supreme Court has held that mere use of abusive language such as the word "bastard" during a heated altercation would not amount to an offence of obscenity under Section 294(b) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

Cost of veg thali stays stable in March, non-veg thali turns cheaper

IANS | April 6, 2026 4:31 PM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) The cost of a home-cooked vegetarian (veg) thali remained stable in March this year, compared to the same month last year, while that of a non-vegetarian (non-veg) thali fell 1 per cent as chicken prices declined during the month, according to a report released by Crisil Intelligence on Monday.

PM Modi announces 3-day special Parliament session to push 33 per cent women's quota

IANS | April 4, 2026 6:59 PM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced that the government will extend the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament by three days -- April 16, 17 and 18 -- to fast-track steps for operationalising 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state legislative Assemblies, with the aim of implementing it from the 2029 general elections.