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CUET 2024 A national entrance exam is the Common University Entrance Test (CUET). CUET offers equitable opportunities and a single platform to all applicants in India. This entrance test is given by the NTA to applicants for UG courses at all of India’s central universities as well as other participating universities. CUET UG is available in more than 300 locations across India in 13 mediums. The full exam is administered online. The subjects that a candidate chooses to study will dictate how long the CUET exam will be. CUET 2024 The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the CUET 2024 from May 15 to May 31, 2024. The CUET 2024 application form is expected to be made available by the National Testing Agency (NTA) during the first week of February 2024. On the official CUET 2024 website, students can fill up the CUET UG application form 2024. The only way to apply for CUET 2024 is online. Students are required to complete the CUET 2024 application form by visiting the official webs...

In the lead-up to the April/May elections, Tamil Nadu witnesses a strategic game of political alliances as the state’s two prominent parties, the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the opposition All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), initiate seat-sharing talks. The complex negotiations involve current and potential allies, setting the stage for a dynamic electoral landscape. PM Modi has made four visits already this year to Tamil Nadu Tamil Nadu, boasting 39 Lok Sabha seats, has been a battleground for these political giants. In the 2019 elections, the DMK and smaller Tamil parties, aligned with the Congress, clinched 38 seats, with the remaining seat secured by the AIADMK in alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and other regional outfits. As the election season approaches, both sides intensify discussions to forge new alliances. DMK leader MK Stalin is scheduled to meet with the party’s seat-sharing committee, headed by Sriperumbudur MP TR Baalu. Simult...

In a groundbreaking announcement today, Apple introduced the newest MacBook Air, equipped with the company’s in-house developed M3 chip. This upgraded model, in comparison to its predecessor, the M1 MacBook Air, boasts a remarkable “up to 60 per cent faster” performance and an extended battery life of up to 18 hours on a single charge. Apple says the M3 chip is up to 60 per cent faster compared to the M1 chip. The MacBook Air’s standout feature is its ‘Liquid Retina’ display, capable of reaching up to 500 nits of brightness. The M3 chip, at its core, incorporates a 16-core Neural Engine, enabling the execution of optimized AI models for real-time speech-to-text, text predictions, and translation. Within the M3 chip resides an 8-core processor and a 10-core integrated GPU, complete with ray-tracing and mesh shading capabilities. Additionally, the new MacBook Air supports an impressive 24GB of unified memory. Both the 13-inch and 15-inch variants of the MacBook Air maintain a sleek profi...

Cillian Murphy in a still from Oppenheimer. American Fiction Jeffrey Wright stars as a Black author navigating systemic racism and hypocritical expectations in the publishing industry, delivering a sharp satire that humorously addresses profound issues. The film won top honors at the Toronto Film Festival and is a frontrunner for the Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar. Anatomy of a Fall A Cannes Film Festival winner, this intricate French legal drama revolves around a woman suspected in her husband’s death. With a lovable canine star stealing hearts, the film is a favorite for Best Original Screenplay and could be a dark horse for Best Picture. Barbie Greta Gerwig’s feminist satire, nominated for Best Picture, became a cultural phenomenon, drawing a massive audience, sparking memes, and claiming the title of the highest-grossing film of the year. Despite high-profile snubs, its influence remains undeniable. The Holdovers A charming, old-fashioned drama set in a 1970s New England boarding sc...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is poised to inaugurate India’s groundbreaking underwater metro tunnel in Kolkata tomorrow, marking a historic leap in urban transportation infrastructure. PM Modi is set to inaugurate India's first under-river metro tunnel built in Kolkata. The inauguration event, encompassing multiple metro and rapid transit projects nationwide, signifies a significant stride towards elevating urban mobility and connectivity. The spotlight of this development is the Kolkata Metro extension, specifically the Howrah Maidan-Esplanade Metro section, featuring India’s inaugural transportation tunnel beneath a major river. This engineering marvel not only underscores the technological acumen behind its construction but also emphasizes the strategic importance of connecting key areas in Kolkata, thereby enhancing the efficiency and reach of the city’s public transportation network. Alongside the underwater metro, PM Modi is set to inaugurate the Kavi Subhash — Hemanta Mukhop...

Mumbai Indians’ newly-appointed skipper, Hardik Pandya, is set to lead the team where he initially launched his IPL career in the upcoming 2024 season. The decision to move from the Gujarat Titans to the Mumbai-based franchise has stirred discussions in the cricketing community, particularly as he takes over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma. Despite the ongoing chatter, Pandya expresses his joy at returning home after a two-year absence. Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma During a conversation on Star Sports, Pandya reflected on his cricketing journey, expressing gratitude for the unwavering support of fans. “It’s a blessing beyond words,” he shared. “Returning to Mumbai Indians feels like coming back to where it all began. From my early days in Baroda to Mumbai, this city has been instrumental in my growth, instilling in me humility and resilience. The city’s love and teachings are invaluable, shaping me into the cricketer I am today. Mumbai always challenges you to be better, and now, wit...

A 22-year-old woman from South Carolina, Loren Montefusco, has revealed that she is allergic to water, preventing her from showering and causing severe itching, according to a report in the New York Post. Montefusco suffers from aquagenic urticaria, a rare form of hives that manifests as a rash upon exposure to water. With only 37 documented cases in medical literature, this condition is exceptionally uncommon, making Montefusco’s experience highly unique. She noticed the problem when she was aged 12. Montefusco explained that her itching can persist for up to an hour after any water exposure, making it challenging for her as a young woman. Describing the sensation as an itch deep beneath the skin’s surface, she shared her struggle to resist scratching, resorting to self-induced pain to divert her focus from the irritation. The 22-year-old first noticed the condition at the age of 12, and it has progressively worsened over the years. After seeking medical attention three years later, s...

For the first time in over nine months, Elon Musk has relinquished his title as the world’s richest person. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon.com Inc., has reclaimed the top spot on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, dethroning Musk after a 7.2% drop in Tesla Inc. shares on Monday. Musk’s net worth now stands at $197.7 billion, while Bezos boasts a fortune of $200.3 billion. For Jeff Bezos, being atop the wealth rankings is a familiar perch. This marks the first time since 2021 that Bezos, 60, has ascended to the peak of Bloomberg’s ranking of the wealthiest individuals. The once vast wealth gap between the 52-year-old Musk and Bezos, which reached as wide as $142 billion, has been steadily narrowing as the stock fortunes of Amazon and Tesla move in opposite directions. While both companies are part of the elite “Magnificent Seven” stocks driving the US equity markets, Amazon’s shares have more than doubled since late 2022, nearing a record high. In contrast, Tesla has seen a roughly 50...

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have encountered a significant setback ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, as their star batter, Devon Conway, is set to miss a substantial portion of the competition. The New Zealand international is scheduled to undergo surgery on his left thumb, following an injury sustained during the T20I series against Australia. New Zealand Cricket confirmed this unfortunate development, stating that Conway would require a minimum of 8 weeks to recover from the surgery. Consequently, he will be unavailable for the opening match of the IPL 2024 season against Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 22. Chennai Super Kings in action The official statement from New Zealand Cricket reads, “BLACKCAPS opener Devon Conway will this week undergo surgery on the left thumb he damaged during the KFC T20I series against Australia. Following several scans and specialist advice, the decision was made to operate on Conway with a likely recovery period of at least eight weeks.”...

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has responded to the eighth summons from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) related to the money laundering probe concerning irregularities in the Delhi excise policy case. Despite considering the summons “illegal,” Mr. Kejriwal has expressed his willingness to answer the probe agency’s questions, proposing a date after March 12. Arvind Kejriwal The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced that Mr. Kejriwal will participate in the hearing through video conferencing. However, the ED is firm in its stance, insisting on physically questioning the Delhi Chief Minister, citing the absence of provisions for interrogation via video conferencing. This development follows the issuance of the eighth summons on February 27, with March 4 set as the scheduled date for Mr. Kejriwal to appear at the agency’s headquarters. The ongoing investigation revolves around alleged irregularities in the formulation and implementation of the Delhi excise policy (2021–22). The ED is ...