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Kataria Jewellers marking 116 years, is set to launch a new showroom in Ujjain

Kataria Jewellers marking 116 years, is set to launch a new showroom in Ujjain

As India’s jewellery market continues to evolve, heritage brands are expanding their presence across markets and organised retail channels. Among them is Kataria Jewellers, a Central India-based jewellery house with an experience of more than a century, which is now strengthening its regional footprint with the launch of its showroom in Mahakal Nagri Ujjain, the sacred city of the revered Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga. Reflecting the city’s spiritual heritage, the showroom features a Mahadev-inspired floor along with a collection that draws inspiration from Lord Shiva, creating a retail experience rooted in culture. Kataria Jewellers opens a showroom in Ujjain, showcasing its rich heritage and commitment to quality. (Kataria Jewellers) The expansion marks another momentum in the journey of a brand that traces its origins to 1909, when Shri Dhulchand Ji Kataria established the family’s jewellery business in Ratlam. Over the decades, generations of the Kataria family transformed the enterprise from a traditional jewellery store into one of India’s jewellery retail shops. The business evolved through multiple generations before being formally rebranded as Kataria Jewellers in 1999 under …

SC flags ‘frustration’ of students in CBSE’s digital marking system

SC flags ‘frustration’ of students in CBSE’s digital marking system

Expressing concern over students’ “frustration” in CBSE’s digital marking system, the Supreme Court on Wednesday sought the assistance of Solicitor General Tushar Mehta in hearing a PIL which sought directions to the Centre and the CBSE to frame regulations to conduct exams through on-screen marking (OSM) system. Supreme Court has sought the assistance of Solicitor General Tushar Mehta in addressing students’ complains with CBSE’s on-screen marking system (OSM) (Representational/PTI) The CBSE’s OSM evaluation system is a digital grading method where teachers assess scanned copies of physical answer sheets on a computer instead of checking physical paper scripts. “Look at the amount of frustration of young children,” a bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said and sought the assistance of the solicitor general in dealing with the case. Also Read I Kerala HC allows 3 CBSE students to upload revalued marks on KEAM portal The bench, also comprising justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, said there appear to be systemic “creeping problems” in the digital evaluation process. “We are seeking your assistance, not …

Coempt will continue scanning answer sheets for re-evaluation, CBSE moves On-Screen Marking data to own server

Coempt will continue scanning answer sheets for re-evaluation, CBSE moves On-Screen Marking data to own server

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which is under fire for the technical glitches, answer sheet mismatch and allegations of rigged tender over the On-Screen Marking (OSM) for the evaluation of 2026 Class 12 board exam results, has retained Hyderabad-based Coempt Eduteck for scanning answer sheets during the ongoing re-evaluation process. But all data and records related to the OSM system have been moved from Coempt’s servers to CBSE-controlled servers to ensure greater control over security and operations. Re-evaluation by CBSE Officials from IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras are helping CBSE to review and strengthen the system and also address the disputes raised by students over their marks. Also Read | Delhi Police register FIR after CBSE flags cyber attacks on services portal As of June 4, the CBSE has received 70,433 applications through the post-result grievance redressal mechanism, including 7,314 applications for verification of marks and 63,119 applications for re-evaluation. Coempt will be part of re-evaluation process An IIT official told ANI that Coempt’s OSM platform continues to be used and the company …

NSUI moves Delhi HC against CBSE’s On-Screen Marking system for Class 12 exams

NSUI moves Delhi HC against CBSE’s On-Screen Marking system for Class 12 exams

The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) has moved the Delhi High Court by filing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the implementation of the Central Board of Secondary Education`s (CBSE) newly introduced On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for evaluation of Class 12 board examination answer sheets.   The OSM system is a digital evaluation method where physical exam papers are scanned, digitally masked to hide students` identities, and evaluated by teachers on a computer screen. The plea, filed through NSUI President Vinod Jhakhar, has raised concerns over the fairness, transparency and reliability of the digital evaluation mechanism, alleging that thousands of students across the country faced issues such as blurred scans, missing pages, mismatched answer sheets, incomplete uploads and unexpectedly low marks following the declaration of Class 12 results. According to the petition, Class 12 board examination marks have a direct bearing on admissions to universities and professional institutions, scholarship opportunities and future academic prospects. “Class XII board marks are not only a record of academic performance. They determine admission to universities, professional colleges, scholarship …

Centre transfers CBSE chairman and secretary amid on-screen marking row; orders probe

Centre transfers CBSE chairman and secretary amid on-screen marking row; orders probe

The Centre has transferred senior officials of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), including Chairman Rahul Singh and Secretary Himanshu Gupta, amid mounting controversy surrounding the board’s On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, reported the IANS. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

CBSE acknowledges flaws in on-screen marking system, may penalise vendor

CBSE acknowledges flaws in on-screen marking system, may penalise vendor

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will penalise its on-screen marking (OSM) service provider Coempt Edu Teck for issues with online marking of Class 12 answer sheets, officials aware of the matter said on Sunday, after users on social media platform X flagged vulnerabilities in its answer script evaluation portal, prompting an acknowledgement from the agency. A person protests in New Delhi against the CBSE over discrepancies in the on-screen marking system. (PTI) The Hyderabad-based company will be fined in line with penalty provisions detailed in its August 2025 tender document, said the officials. The tender, issued on August 28, provides for a raft of cascading financial penalties pinned on redressal timelines — including a fine of ₹1 lakh for every 15-minute delay in rectifying an issue after a CBSE official flags it to the helpdesk — blocked security deposits and contract terminations. Also read: 3 teens vs CBSE: How the Class 12 paper-checking system OSM blew up, and the board corrected, defended, countered However, the contract does not contain provisions to blacklist the …

Centre planning to expand audit of CBSE’s on-screen marking system amid concerns

Centre planning to expand audit of CBSE’s on-screen marking system amid concerns

The Union education ministry is planning to expand its scrutiny of the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) on-screen marking system to include a full audit of the platform’s implementation — from the tendering process through to actual execution — amid concerns over glitches and evaluation-related issues, people familiar with the matter said on Friday. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, during a meeting with CBSE officials, in New Delhi on Thursday. (ANI Video Grab) The move follows anger among parents and teachers, and a series of HT reports covering what appears to be a rushed process to roll out an entirely new mechanism for scoring nearly 10 million answer scripts despite concerns from those who tested the system. “The ministry’s immediate focus is to stabilise the re-evaluation portal with the help of the IIT teams so students can apply for scanned copies, raise objections and seek verification smoothly,” this person added, asking not to be named. “After completion of the re-evaluation process, the IIT team will also audit the OSM website and examine the system …

Marking 75 Years Of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Sajid Nadiadwala Meets Sri Sri Ravi Shankar On His 70th Birthday

Marking 75 Years Of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Sajid Nadiadwala Meets Sri Sri Ravi Shankar On His 70th Birthday

Sajid Nadiadwala Celebrates 70th Birthday (Photo Credit: Instagram) Filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala recently met Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji in Bengaluru during a special and heartfelt interaction. As Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment celebrates 75 years in Indian cinema, Sajid sought Gurudev’s blessings for the banner’s continuing journey and also extended warm wishes on the occasion of Gurudev’s 70th birthday. 75 Years Of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment For many years, under Sajid Nadiadwala’s guidance, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment has produced some of Hindi cinema’s most popular films from every genre. The banner has produced box-office hits like the “Housefull” and “Baaghi” franchises, as well as critically acclaimed films like “Highway” and “Tamasha.” On every project, whether it’s to entertain the masses or engage with great stories and music, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment delivers. Sajid has worked with some of the biggest stars and directors in the business, from Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar to Tiger Shroff and more, to create fan favorites like “Kick,” “Judwaa 2,” and “Anjaana Anjaani.” After 75 years of operation, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment has built an …

CBSE rejects OSM breach claims. But did 19-year-old Nisarga Adhikary really hack marking portal?

CBSE rejects OSM breach claims. But did 19-year-old Nisarga Adhikary really hack marking portal?

While still in the midst of fury from students on the On Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class 12 board exams, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) found itself at the centre of another controversy recently, with a teen claiming to have “hacked” its portal. According to his blog, the deeper he investigated the system, the more serious the alleged problems appeared. (AI-generated Image) A 19-year-old “hobbyist cybersecurity researcher” Nisarga Adhikary is behind the big claims, following which the CBSE also released a clarification on Tuesday, rejecting claims that its marking platform had been compromised. A senior official from the ministry of electronics and information technology (IT) of India told Hindustan Times that CERT-In (the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team) is looking into the matter and raised it with CBSE, while also suggesting measures to fix the issues, which they later undertook to complete. The response was to queries about the action taken following Nisarga’s disclosure to CERT-In about alleged loopholes in February. Notably, CBSE had introduced the OSM system for the assessment of …

CBSE Class 12 results: Re-evaluation cost reduced to Rs 100 per answer book; on-screen marking foolproof, transparent, says ministry | Education News

CBSE Class 12 results: Re-evaluation cost reduced to Rs 100 per answer book; on-screen marking foolproof, transparent, says ministry | Education News

The Education Ministry on Sunday dismissed concerns over the On-Screen Marking (OSM) affecting students’ scores in the CBSE Class 12 exams, saying it’s a system followed internationally to conduct transparent evaluation. School Education Secretary Sanjay Kumar said to address concerns among students, the CBSE has reduced the cost to obtain a copy of the answer book to Rs 100 from the earlier amount of Rs 700. The cost for verification of marks has been reduced from Rs 500 to Rs 100 per answer book, and the cost for re-evaluation has been reduced from Rs 100 to Rs 25 per question. If the re-evaluation results in an increase in marks, the amount will be refunded, Kumar said. According to officials, the decision has been taken to ease the anxiety of students. They, however, maintained that the OSM is a foolproof, standardised and transparent marking process. This year, the CBSE pass percentage has dropped by about three percentage points from 88.39% last year to 85.29%. The number of students scoring 90% and above has also fallen to …