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IRCTC website to be revamped by July 15 after student flags glitches

IRCTC website to be revamped by July 15 after student flags glitches

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Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that a revamped IRCTC website will be launched by Monday, following feedback from a student who highlighted persistent issues with CAPTCHA verification and website performance. The decision was taken during an interactive session with students at the Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur, where a student raised concerns about recurring glitches and delays on the railway ticketing platform. Taking immediate note of the feedback, Vaishnaw directed officials to undertake a comprehensive overhaul of the website within 30 days to improve user experience and system efficiency. In a follow-up move, senior Railway Board officials, including the Chairman and CEO of the Railway Board, held a video conference with the student to gather detailed inputs and suggestions regarding the proposed redesign and functionality improvements. The student later shared his experience on the social media platform X, thanking the minister and railway authorities for their swift response. “Thank you, Ashwini Vaishnaw, for addressing issues regarding CAPTCHA and the IRCTC official website. The Railway Board followed up the next day to …

At WWDC, Apple unveils its strategy to win consumer AI, starting with a revamped Siri | Technology News

At WWDC, Apple unveils its strategy to win consumer AI, starting with a revamped Siri | Technology News

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Apple on Monday announced that a brand new Siri, its virtual assistant, is gaining the ability to speak more naturally and draw on users’ personal context, along with deep and advanced AI features, as part of a broader redesign unveiled at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in Cupertino, California. With this all-new version of Siri, Apple is finally giving its 15-year-old virtual assistant a modern makeover, allowing it to better compete with AI-powered assistants such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. The world’s most powerful technology company also announced software updates that will impact billions of iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches around the world, including new child safety features for parents who want to better track and monitor the smartphone and online habits of their children. However, it was Siri that many expected to receive a major revamp, highlighting how Apple is reimagining its products for the age of artificial intelligence as more people turn to chatbots and AI agents for everyday tasks. The launch of the all-new Siri, along with software updates and …

India set to field a revamped 16-member squad- Preview

India set to field a revamped 16-member squad- Preview

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A revamped 16-member Indian archery squad will be in action at the third stage of the 2026 Archery World Cup season in Antalya, Turkiye, from June 9 to 14. Youngsters Kirti Sharma and T Ganesh Mani Ratnam will make their World Cup debuts in Antalya as they look to begin an important season on a high. They will be joined by star archers Deepika Kumari, Dhiraj Bommadevara, and Jyothi Surekha Vennam, forming a good mix of youth and experience. This World Cup stage, followed by the final leg in Madrid next month, will serve as a crucial testing ground for the squad ahead of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Meanwhile, archers like Deepika Kumari and Atanu Das, who failed to make it to the Asian Games team, will be aiming to bag a few medals and qualify for the World Cup Final. India has had a decent season so far, winning three medals across the first two World Cup stages, including one women’s team title each in the recurve and compound events. Sahil Jadhav is the …

Gandhi Nagar Market set to be revamped, consultant appointed to prepare plan | Delhi News

Gandhi Nagar Market set to be revamped, consultant appointed to prepare plan | Delhi News

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To improve infrastructure and provide better experience for shoppers, the Delhi government is planning to take up the long-pending redevelopment of the iconic Gandhi Nagar Market – Asia’s largest wholesale garment hub. Officials said the redevelopment work will be taken up by the Trans Yamuna Area Development Board as part of its initiative to improve infrastructure and boost economic activity in the Jamna-Paari region of Delhi. A consultant has been appointed to conduct a survey of the market and prepare a detailed redevelopment plan, they added. “Gandhi Nagar Market is regarded as one of the most iconic markets and hub of wholesale garments. But sadly, it lacks even basic amenities like proper roads, sewage lines, toilets and drinking water facility… The traders have been demanding such facilities for a long time,” said Trans Yamuna board Chairman Arvinder Singh Lovely, also the MLA from Gandhi Nagar. The market sells everything from readymade clothes to fabrics, zippers, buttons, threads and sewing machines. Traders said buyers from Afghanistan, Pakistan and major showrooms also purchase garments in bulk here. …

Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar sets World Record in revamped 50m rifle 3P at Asian Shooting Championships

Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar sets World Record in revamped 50m rifle 3P at Asian Shooting Championships

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Experience proved decisive as Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar shot a clutch 10.7 under pressure to overtake leader Niraj Rajput on the final shot and claim gold at the Asian Shooting Championships, setting new World and Asian records in the 50m rifle three positions event. Aishwary’s score of 362.0 establishes the new benchmark in the revamped format, which now requires shooters to complete all three positions within a 22-minute window rather than the previous system of demarcated timings for each position. “I have been shooting with him (Niraj) for a long time. There are a lot of competitions where we are the last two shooters. Over the years, I have learnt to shoot well in the last moments,” Aishwary said after securing the gold medal. Asked whether he felt the pressure while chasing Niraj in the final shots, the 2025 World Championships medallist explained the mental challenge. “If you take the lead, then there is not so much pressure. Because you know that one shot won’t make a difference. But when you are behind, then there …

BWF’s revamped tour, India’s shrinking footprint: What changed and why it matters

BWF’s revamped tour, India’s shrinking footprint: What changed and why it matters

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The Badminton World Federation (BWF) unveiled a sweeping overhaul of its World Tour and major championships for the 2027–2030 cycle. The headline changes speak of growth, visibility and player welfare. For India, however, the announcement carries a far more complicated subtext, one that blends relief, loss and unanswered questions. At one end of the spectrum is stability. The India Open (badminton) will continue as a Super 750 event, preserving its place among the sport’s elite tournaments despite criticism from players this season over issues such as venue conditions and tournament operations. At the other end is a clear downgrade. Syed Modi International to Super 100 The Syed Modi International, a long-standing fixture on the Indian circuit, has been pushed down from Super 300 to Super 100, the lowest tier on the BWF World Tour. Two other international tournaments previously staged in Guwahati and Odisha have been removed from the calendar entirely. From hosting four BWF events, India will now host only two. The India Open, which itself came under public scrutiny this year after players …

Chennai: Newly revamped Connemara Library offers better spaces for book lovers, researchers

Chennai: Newly revamped Connemara Library offers better spaces for book lovers, researchers

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The School Education Department and the Public Works Department added more sections inside the art-deco building after the restoration. | Photo Credit: S.R. Raghunathan A space meant to store records has now become an interesting science park with STEM activities including a gyroscope, large-sized periodic table, and a touch screen teaching the human anatomy, at the Connemara Public Library, located inside the Government Museum campus in Egmore. Thanks to judicious use of existing space, the School Education Department and the Public Works Department have been able to add more sections inside the art-deco building that was recently restored at a cost of ₹4.58 crore. The own-book reading section, that allows people to bring their own books to read, and a civil service section, where students preparing for competitive exams can read in peace, are attractions for college students. Aravindan, a student preparing for his chartered accountancy exam, said he liked the ambience. The peppy children’s books section features interesting decor that young children will find comfortable for curling up with a book from the wide …

Arjun Bijlani, Ankita Lokhande, Nia Sharma return to a ‘revamped’ Laughter Chefs 3 | Television News

Arjun Bijlani, Ankita Lokhande, Nia Sharma return to a ‘revamped’ Laughter Chefs 3 | Television News

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Laughter Chefs Season 3 began in November 2025 with a new concept and several fresh additions to the cast. The latest season featured Vivian D’sena, Tejasswi Prakash, Gurmeet Choudhary, Debina Bonnerjee, Eisha Singh, and Isha Malviya, alongside many familiar faces from the previous seasons. However, the new format, which divided contestants into two teams, Team Churi and Team Kaanta, along with the new entries, failed to resonate with audiences. As a result, the show underwent a major revamp within just two months of its launch. On Sunday, the makers abruptly brought the teams concept to an end with a mid-season finale in Laughter Chefs Season 3. This development followed the exit of Vivian, Eisha, Isha, Gurmeet and Debina from the show. According to reports, all five artistes stepped away due to scheduling conflicts and prior work commitments. Vivian is reportedly set to join another fictional show on Colors TV soon, while Isha has already begun shooting for a new project. Gurmeet and Debina, too, are said to be occupied with other professional assignments. Also Read: …

Hockey India League: From champions Bengal Tigers to revamped SG Pipers, a quick guide to all 8 teams | Hockey News

Hockey India League: From champions Bengal Tigers to revamped SG Pipers, a quick guide to all 8 teams | Hockey News

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The Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) starts on Saturday, 3rd January in Chennai at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Egmore. This will be the second edition of the revived men’s Hockey India League and is scheduled to be held in multi-cities – starting with Chennai before it moves to Ranchi and ends in Bhubaneswar with the final on 26th January, 2026. SG Pipers After a poor season without a single outright win under Graham Reid, SG Pipers enter the season after an overhaul of their leadership and squad. The franchise, with Indian goalkeeper PR Sreejesh as Director of Hockey, have named Tim Oudenaller as Head Coach. Captain Jarmanpreet Singh, an Indian defensive mainstay with 142 senior international caps, will lead the backline alongside drag-flick specialist Varun Kumar, who has amassed 142 caps and scored 39 goals. The team also boasts of veteran Rupinder Pal Singh to add further expertise in set-pieces. In goal, the Pipers will rely on Argentine veteran Tomás Santiago. The midfield has been reinforced with the inclusion of Wales’ Jacob Draper, while …

Over 1,300 stations being revamped under Amrit Bharat scheme: Vaishnaw

Over 1,300 stations being revamped under Amrit Bharat scheme: Vaishnaw

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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told the Lok Sabha on Thursday that more than 1,300 railway stations across India are being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. He described it as the world’s largest station redevelopment programme and said it has transformed how India plans and upgrades railway infrastructure. Vaishnaw said that the initiative, started by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has moved far beyond the earlier practice of only repainting or minor repairs. He said that 160 stations have already been fully redeveloped, while work is ongoing at many others. Each station is being redesigned with a long-term master plan that includes local architectural styles, entry points on both sides, spacious passenger halls and foot overbridges. The aim, he said, is to prepare stations for the next 50 years. Vaishnaw added that the redevelopment is also improving station surroundings. This includes better access roads, larger parking areas and more efficient passenger-handling facilities. He gave the example of the holding area at New Delhi Railway Station, which helped thousands of passengers wait comfortably during the Diwali …