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Exclusive! Oscars 2027: Gulzar, Javed and Zoya Akhtar react to new guidelines on AI

Exclusive! Oscars 2027: Gulzar, Javed and Zoya Akhtar react to new guidelines on AI

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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced several major rule changes for the 99th Academy Awards (taking place in 2027), focusing on AI restrictions, acting nominations, and international film eligibility. Among the important rules are screenplays must be written by humans, not chatbots, to qualify and acting performances must be demonstrably performed by humans with their consent to be eligible. Noted Indian actors, lyricists, writers and filmmakers spoke to us about their thoughts on the same. Legendary Indian poet and lyricist Gulzar won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2009 for the song Jai Ho from the film Slumdog Millionaire. He tells us, “Human emotion is universal and that is what great cinema represents. In the past we have had some wonderful films from India that missed out on an Academy Award but highlighting human beings and the emotions they represent is the right thing to do. I would like to see stories like that of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s Mere Pyare Prime Minister and Meghna Gulzar’s Chhapaak, represent India at the …

CBSE issues guidelines for LOC submission, fee payment for Class 10 second board examination 2026—check details here

CBSE issues guidelines for LOC submission, fee payment for Class 10 second board examination 2026—check details here

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The Central Board Of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Wednesday issued detailed guidelines for principals and heads of affiliated schools regarding the submission of the List of Candidates (LOC) for the Class 10 second board examination 2026. The examination fee payment for Phase 1 will take place from around noon on April 16, 2026, to April 20. During Phase 2, both LOC submission and fee payment can be completed between April 16 and April 20. For those who miss the earlier deadlines, Phase 3 will allow LOC submission and fee payment with a late fee from April 21 to April 22, 2026. Board’s key instructions regarding the second examination Students who missed the first phase still have the opportunity to apply and pay the required fee, while those already registered only need to complete the payment. Candidates may also withdraw if they choose not to appear. A change in Mathematics is permitted, from Standard to Basic and vice versa, but no other subject changes are allowed. Students can improve their performance in up to three subjects, …

mRNA, Gene Therapy Guidelines On Anvil As Centre Begins Regulatory Overhaul To Spur Innovation | India News

mRNA, Gene Therapy Guidelines On Anvil As Centre Begins Regulatory Overhaul To Spur Innovation | India News

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Last Updated:February 28, 2026, 00:02 IST An expert panel formed to recommend changes has submitted its final report, and the Centre has now issued an office order assigning specific reforms to concerned divisions of CDSCO Among key recommendations is extending priority or expedited pathways for novel biologics, rare disease, and breakthrough therapies. (Image for representation: AFP) Flexible clinical trials, fast-tracking promising new treatments, and framing clear rules for emerging technologies such as mRNA, gene and cell therapies – India is set to overhaul its drug regulatory system to spur research and innovation. News18 has learnt that an expert committee formed to recommend regulatory changes has submitted its final report, and the Centre has now issued an office order assigning specific reforms to concerned divisions of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) for implementation. The order, issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (Biological Division), CDSCO – accessed by News18 – stated that the committee has recommended regulatory reforms, which are being assigned “for necessary action…” “…With reference to the final report submitted by …

Kerala HC pulls up CBFC for ignoring guidelines on social harmony in certifying The Kerala Story 2: ‘Disregard of law’

Kerala HC pulls up CBFC for ignoring guidelines on social harmony in certifying The Kerala Story 2: ‘Disregard of law’

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Hours before The Kerala Story 2 was to hit the screens, the Kerala High Court first granted a stay on the film’s release, then considered an appeal against the interim order, and reserved its verdict in the matter. The film has not been released in theatres, with its fate uncertain. However, the court has pulled up the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for how it certified the film, calling it ‘manifest disregard of the applicable law’. The CBFC had certified the film U/A. Director of The Kerala Story 2, Kamakhya Narayan Singh, and producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah during the film’s promotions. (ANI) Kerala HC pulls up CBFC in The Kerala Story 2 case On Thursday, in its order granting an interim stay against the release of The Kerala Story 2, the Kerala High Court said that prima facie there is ‘non-application of mind’ by the censor board while certifying the movie. The court also said that the guidelines for ensuring a film does not disrupt social harmony appear not to have been adhered to …

AFI releases the updated guidelines about the SRY Gene test for female athletes

AFI releases the updated guidelines about the SRY Gene test for female athletes

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The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has updated the guidelines about the mandatory SRY Gene test for female athletes to compete in the National level competition. World Athletics introduced the SRY Gene test last year, making it mandatory for female athletes to undergo this test ahead of the World Championships. Afi has now updated the guidelines and made this test a mandatory one for the National competition, also urging all stakeholders to review the new guidelines. “All stakeholders are advised to review the updated guidelines pertaining to the SRY gene test for female athletes,” said AFI in a press release. Updated Guidelines: AFI has made the conduct of the SRY Gene Test mandatory for Female Athletes in the National Level Competition. It was made mandatory by World Athletics to compete in the female category for world ranking competitions. AFI will invest in the Research & Development, including conducting DNA testing and collecting data for the future. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to …

SC calls for fraternity in political discourse, refuses PIL on speech guidelines

SC calls for fraternity in political discourse, refuses PIL on speech guidelines

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The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday said that political leaders must promote fraternity in the country, even as it declined to hear a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking guidelines on political speeches. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, along with Justices B V Nagarathna and Joymalya Bagchi, asked the 12 petitioners to withdraw their plea and file a fresh, more neutral petition if they wished to pursue the matter. The petition was filed by academician Roop Rekha Verma and others, including former civil servants and activists. It was argued by senior advocate Kapil Sibal. “Atmosphere has become toxic” Sibal told the court that the public atmosphere had become “toxic” due to political speeches and urged the bench to frame guidelines to ensure accountability. “It’s becoming toxic. I am not on any individual,” he said, clarifying that the plea was not aimed at any one leader as per PTI reports. The petition was moved in the backdrop of alleged hate speeches by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. A day earlier, another bench …

CBSE Board Exams 2026: Key guidelines for Class 10 and 12 students before exams

CBSE Board Exams 2026: Key guidelines for Class 10 and 12 students before exams

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CBSE Board Exams 2026: Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) Controller of Examinations, Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, has announced strict new attendance and time-management protocols for the 2026 board examinations to ensure a seamless testing environment. Strict Entry and Timing Rules For morning sessions beginning at 10:30 am, a hard cutoff for entry has been set at 10:00 am. Candidates arriving after this time will not be allowed inside the center. 10:15 am: Distribution of question papers begins. 10:15 am – 10:30 am: A 15-minute mandatory reading time. During this period, Center Superintendents are instructed to ensure students are not disturbed so they can strategize their answers. 10:30 am: Examination officially commences. Duration: The board exam will last for the standard allotted time of 3 hours per paper, though Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are entitled to prescribed extra time. The “Bell Schedule” Explained To assist students in tracking their progress without constant clock-watching, a standardized bell system will be implemented across all halls. Dr Bhardwaj highlighted a detailed exam-day “bell schedule” to help students track time …

New Guidelines For Vande Mataram: Standing Up Necessary, To Be Sung Before National Anthem | India News

New Guidelines For Vande Mataram: Standing Up Necessary, To Be Sung Before National Anthem | India News

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Last Updated:February 11, 2026, 08:44 IST Issuing the latest guidelines, the Home Ministry said that on all occasions when the National Song is sung, the official version shall be recited accompanied by mass singing. Home Ministry issued new guidelines for ‘Vande Mataram’. (Image: File Pic) In the latest guidelines issued regarding ‘Vande Mataram’, the Union Home Ministry said that whenever the official version of the National Song is sung or played, the audience shall stand to attention. In addition to this, it has also been stated that when the National Song and the National Anthem are sung, the National Song will be sung first. ‘Vande Mataram’ will also be played at civilian awards ceremonies, like the Padma awards, and all other events attended by the President, i.e., during their arrival and departure. On all occasions when the National Song is sung, the official version shall be recited accompanied by mass singing. Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit First Published: February 11, 2026, 08:34 IST News india New …

UPSC bars candidates already ‘selected, appointed’ as IFS, IAS from Civil Services Exam 2026; check CSE guidelines here

UPSC bars candidates already ‘selected, appointed’ as IFS, IAS from Civil Services Exam 2026; check CSE guidelines here

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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released a notification on Wednesday, announcing 933 vacancies for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2026. However, the guidelines governing eligibility restrict candidates already appointed or selected as IAS or IFS officers. Giving no second chance to candidates already appointed as IAS or IFS officers on their previous examination, the Commission bars candidates from eligibility in CSE 2026. A similar rule is in place for those “selected or appointed” to the Indian Police Service (IPS), which implies that they will not be eligible for CSE 2026. The UPSC laid down strict rules, imposing restrictions on IAS or IFS officers’ reattempt. The circular dated 4 February states, “A candidate who is appointed to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) or the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) based on the results of an earlier Examination and continues to be a member of that Service will not be eligible to appear at the Civil Services Examination-2026.” If a candidate gets appointed to the post of IAS or IFS after …

UGC Bill 2026 Protest Highlights: Students Celebrate With Colours As SC Stays UGC Guidelines

UGC Bill 2026 Protest Highlights: Students Celebrate With Colours As SC Stays UGC Guidelines

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The protesting students took to the streets not only in Delhi but also in several areas of Uttar Pradesh including Agra, Bareilly, and Meerut, among others, demanding the withdrawal of the new UGC guidelines. The students argued that the new rules, instead of promoting fairness, would lead to discrimination on university campuses. They claimed that the guidelines do not include any mandatory provision to ensure representation for students from the general category. The UGC’s new regulations were introduced to address caste-based discrimination in higher education institutions. Under the rules, colleges and universities are required to set up special committees and helplines to handle complaints, particularly from students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs). As the protest escalated, tensions rose near the vice-chancellor’s office. A large group of students reportedly crossed the first police barricade and tried to move closer to the administrative block. To prevent the situation from worsening, police personnel deployed on campus later shut the main university gate. The protesting students said the new UGC guidelines …