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Bihar replaces 'fail' with 'Eligible for Skill Development' on mark sheets

Bihar has replaced the word "fail" with "Eligible for Skill Development" on Class 10 and 12 mark sheets to change how academic performance is perceived. This aims to reduce negative impact on students' confidence and highlight that not meeting academic standards doesn't end learning opportunities. The move questions reliance on exams alone to measure ability and potential.

Deccan Herald··Bihar

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HealthPhoto: Amar Ujala

West Bengal Deploys Doctors at Five Major Kolkata Durga Puja Pandals

Following a stampede that caused 19 deaths, West Bengal's health department has decided to station doctors at five major Durga Puja pandals in Kolkata for immediate medical assistance. From October 19 to 21, medical officers and assistant professor-rank doctors will be on duty from 5 PM to 6 AM. Leaves of doctors, health workers, and administrative officials have been canceled, and IAS officers on leave have been called back.

Amar Ujala··Kolkata

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Jio IPO GMP Rises 22% Ahead of October 21 Opening

Jio's IPO is priced between Rs 1,065 and Rs 1,119 per share and will open for subscription on October 21, closing on October 23. The grey market premium has risen to 22%, indicating a likely listing price of Rs 1,364 per share at the upper price band. This marks India's largest-ever IPO issue.

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EntertainmentPhoto: TOI Entertainment

Suriya and Nazriya Nazim Star in 'Aeroplane' Song from 'Scene'

The filmmakers of Suriya's upcoming action-comedy 'Scene' released the second song, 'Aeroplane,' featuring Suriya and Nazriya Nazim. The romantic track highlights their on-screen chemistry and Suriya's character's playful determination to be close to Nazriya's character, Maya. Directed by Jithu Madhavan, 'Scene' is set for worldwide release on November 6, 2026.

TOI Entertainment·

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Mohan Bhagwat Blames Human Error for Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that human error, not nature, caused the deadly stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata that killed 19 people on October 17. Speaking at Vijayadashami celebrations in Nagpur, he linked similar incidents in Nepal to environmental damage caused by monopolistic power. The stampede occurred amid heavy crowds and rainfall during Maha Saptami.

News18··Kolkata

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Tiger Shroff Firing Case: Police Increase Actor's Security, Question Suspect's Friend

In the Tiger Shroff firing case, police have increased security for the actor following the incident. The investigation has intensified, with the police also focusing on Sameer, a friend of the main accused, Rehan. Authorities are questioning Sameer as part of their probe to uncover more details about the case in Mumbai.

Amar Ujala··Mumbai

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