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Kalita Majhi, a 37-year-old former domestic help, has won the Ausgram Assembly seat in West Bengal on a BJP ticket, securing 1,07,692 votes. Her victory over the Trinamool Congress candidate highlights her journey from household work to public office, aiming to represent economically weaker sections and champion women's empowerment.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah actively campaigned in West Bengal, focusing on hyper-local issues and cultural connections to counter the "outsider" narrative. Their strategy included invoking Bengali icons, highlighting local food like fish, and demonstrating familiarity with street culture to resonate with voters and establish the BJP's roots in the state.

UGC NET June 2026: University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced the inclusion of Statistics and Forestry as new subjects in the National Eligibility Test (NET) from the June 2026 session, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Decision, approved in the 597th Commission meeting expert committee recommendations, aims to expand academic disciplines for Assistant Professorship and Junior Research Fellowship eligibility. Syllabi for subjects have been released online, enabling candidates to prepare for updated examination requirements in higher education institutions.

Kanhaiyya Tripathi, serving as the special monitor for the National Human Rights Commission, recently visited various educational institutions in Jharkhand to champion the cause of human rights education. He passionately encouraged the implementation of human rights courses and the establishment of grievance cells to better support students. Tripathi underlined the critical need for promoting gender equality within academic settings.

The AICTE National Internship Portal under the Ministry of Education has emerged as a large-scale platform connecting students with industry internships across India. With 4.7 crore registrations, 2.9 crore verified learners, and over 32 lakh completed internships, the initiative has engaged 81,483 companies and 12,077 colleges. Supported by major industry players and government bodies, the portal is aligning student skills with emerging domains like AI, cloud computing and cybersecurity while strengthening academia-industry linkages nationwide.

AICTE has launched its third AICTE-VAANI scheme. This initiative promotes Indian languages in technical education. It aims to build a knowledge ecosystem in regional languages. Students and researchers will access technology in their native tongues. Financial aid of Rs. 4 crore will support conferences and workshops. Applications are open from April 18 to May 17, 2026.

Puri, a popular tourist spot for Bengalis, has become an unusual hub for indirect campaigning linked to the poll-bound West Bengal. Posters of different parties have appeared, targeting Bengali tourists, with some Jagannath temple servitors reportedly engaging with devotees on behalf of political parties.

In a dramatic twist for Bihar's political scene, the winds of change are swirling as whispers from a senior BJP insider suggest a potential leadership transition could occur shortly. Key discussions around a reshuffle within the NDA government are intensifying, with April 20, coinciding with Akshaya Tritiya, eagerly anticipated as a pivotal date.

Amidst increasing political fervor, Bihar is on the brink of transformation as BJP officials hint at a leadership overhaul, signaling that the party may soon appoint its inaugural Chief Minister. This shift could mark the culmination of its enduring alliance with JD(U), with transitions expected around the auspicious Akshaya Tritiya festival.

Lakhs in Bengal risk losing voting rights as tribunal systems remain non-functional ahead of the first phase of elections. With a 45% rejection rate in judicial adjudication, over 25 lakh individuals are eligible to appeal, but the lack of infrastructure for appellate tribunals casts doubt on their ability to process appeals by Monday's deadline.

Gen Z students are redefining college life, moving beyond placements to build businesses alongside their studies. From thrift stores to crochet ventures, campuses are turning into testing grounds for ideas, powered by social media and peer networks. What begins as passion projects is evolving into serious enterprise, signalling a broader shift in how young people approach careers and independence.

On college campuses, the entrepreneurial spirit of Gen Z is alive and thriving. Students are taking full advantage of their environment to test out business ideas and turn hobbies into successful ventures

Radhikka Madan captivates audiences as Shyama in the intense drama 'Subedaar,' which delves into a fractured father-daughter relationship set against the backdrop of the ruthless sand mafia. Madan underwent extensive training for the role, which involved not just Kabaddi but also mastering the nuances of a UP dialect, bringing an authentic emotional resonance to her character.

The climax of 'Subedaar' features Anil Kapoor's Arjun Maurya defeating the sand mafia, saving his daughter, and putting an end to his adversaries. But the film’s closing scenes take a sharp turn, revealing a menacing new player lurking in the darkness, suggesting that Arjun's saga is far from finished and leaving audiences eager for the next chapter.

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta lauded the recently released film 'Subedaar', calling it a bold and refreshing take on mass entertainers. He particularly praised Radhikka Madan's performance as the emotionally complex daughter, stating she deserves better opportunities. Superstar Shah Rukh Khan also applauded the film and its ensemble cast.

Jharkhand government will ask railways to share rail overbridge and underbridge construction costs equally. Currently, the state bears most expenses. The government also plans to discuss increasing passenger facilities and appointing local vice-chancellors. Discussions also covered housing schemes and budget approvals for several departments.