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BCCI Announces ₹51 Crore Reward as India Women Clinch Historic Maiden World Cup Title

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In a landmark chapter for Indian cricket, the national women’s team lifted their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup trophy after a thrilling 52-run win over South Africa in the final at DY Patil Stadium on Sunday night. The triumph sparked jubilation across the nation, as BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia announced a ₹51 crore cash prize for the players and support staff, calling the victory a “monumental achievement that will redefine the future of women’s cricket in India.” IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal hailed the momentous feat, comparing it to India’s legendary 1983 men’s World Cup victory. “It’s a red-letter day for Indian women’s cricket. What the men accomplished in 1983, our women have mirrored today in Mumbai. This iconic win will inspire generations and elevate women’s cricket to new heights,” Dhumal told IANS. Batting first, India posted an impressive 298/7, anchored by Shafali Verma’s fluent 87, Deepti Sharma’s steady 58, and valuable cameos from Smriti Mandhana (45) and Richa Ghosh (34). The 100-run opening stand between Mandhana and Verma laid a solid foundation before South Africa pulled things back in the closing overs. Chasing 299, South Africa started strong with Tazmin Brits and Laura Wolvaardt adding fifty for the first wicket. However, a brilliant direct hit from Amanjot Kaur triggered a collapse. Rising pacer Sree Charani struck in her opening over, while Shafali Verma made further inroads, removing Sune Luus and Marizanne Kapp in quick succession. The star of the show, Deepti Sharma, capped her all-round brilliance with a sensational five-wicket haul (5/39), dismantling South Africa’s middle order. Despite Wolvaardt’s valiant 101, the Proteas were bowled out for 246 in 45.3 overs, sealing India’s emphatic 52-run victory amid euphoric celebrations. As the Indian players embraced in tears and the tricolour waved proudly in the Mumbai night sky, this triumph marked more than just a championship win — it signaled the beginning of a golden era for Indian women’s cricket. Source: IANS

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Netflix Partners with Yash Raj Films to Stream Iconic Bollywood Classics Worldwide

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Netflix has announced a landmark collaboration with Yash Raj Films (YRF) to bring some of the studio’s most beloved movies to global audiences, celebrating the legacy of Indian cinema. The partnership will see a phased rollout of YRF’s celebrated titles, coinciding with key festivals, film milestones, and star birthdays — allowing viewers in over 190 countries to rediscover the magic of Bollywood. To mark Shah Rukh Khan’s 60th birthday, nine of his iconic films — including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Mohabbatein, Dil To Pagal Hai, Veer-Zaara, and Chak De! India — begin streaming this weekend. Following this, Salman Khan’s hit films Ek Tha Tiger, Sultan, and Tiger Zinda Hai will debut on December 27, celebrating his birthday. Audiences can also revisit evergreen YRF classics such as Chandni, Kabhi Kabhie, Vijay, Lamhe, and Silsila starting November 14. On December 5, Netflix will add a special Ranveer Singh collection featuring Band Baaja Baaraat, Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, Kill Dil, Befikre, and Gunday. Adding to the festive cheer, 34 more YRF titles — including Bunty Aur Babli, Hum Tum, Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic, Mujhse Dosti Karoge, and Ta Ra Rum Pum — will stream between December 12 and 28, with two new releases dropping daily. The celebration extends into 2026, beginning with the Dhoom trilogy on November 28 and the Mardaani series from January 22. A special Valentine’s Week collection featuring romantic hits like Saathiya, Ishaqzaade, Bachna Ae Haseeno, and Salaam Namaste will premiere on February 7. Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films, said the collaboration will allow audiences worldwide to “experience the colour, the music, and the magic of India and Indian cinema that YRF has always celebrated.” Monika Shergill, Vice President of Content at Netflix India, called it “a milestone for Indian cinema on Netflix,” emphasizing that the partnership deepens Netflix’s commitment to showcasing the diversity and emotion of Indian storytelling. Source: PTI

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CBSE Unveils School Performance Report Card to Boost Data-Driven Academic Planning

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced the School Academic Performance Report Card for all affiliated schools for the 2024–25 academic year, reinforcing its push towards data-driven decision-making and evidence-based teaching practices. The comprehensive report card provides a detailed overview of each school’s performance in the Class 10 and 12 board examinations. It includes comparative data, enabling institutions to evaluate their results against state and national CBSE averages across subjects. The analysis helps schools pinpoint academic strengths, identify gaps, and track trends in gender-wise performance to promote equity in learning outcomes. Beyond academics, the report card also incorporates holistic indicators such as school-level participation and achievements in sports and extracurricular activities, benchmarked at cluster and zonal levels. CBSE has urged schools to thoroughly analyse their performance reports and align the insights with their School Annual Pedagogical Plans (SAPP) to foster continuous improvement and enhance learning effectiveness. The Board emphasized that this initiative aims to empower institutions with actionable data for strategic academic planning and student success. Heads of institutions can download their respective performance reports from the CBSE School Login Portal using their official credentials. Reaffirming its commitment to transparency, accountability, and comprehensive educational excellence, CBSE stated that the initiative is in harmony with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Source: Indian Express

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Delhi to Appoint Over 5,000 New Teachers to Strengthen Classroom Learning

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In a major step to address the shortage of teachers and improve learning outcomes, the Delhi government has announced the recruitment of 5,346 trained graduate teachers (TGTs) for government and municipal schools. The move aims to enhance classroom instruction and ensure every student from Classes 6 to 10 receives more focused academic attention. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta shared on X that the initiative is part of the government’s broader vision to provide quality education, personalised mentorship, and equal opportunities for all learners. “We are committed to building an education system where every child receives the guidance they need to reach their full potential,” she said. Currently, nearly 10,000 teaching positions remain vacant in Delhi’s government schools, which has affected the student–teacher ratio, according to education experts. As per a circular issued by the Directorate of Education (DoE) on October 3, the application process for the vacancies began on October 9 and will close on November 7. The latest DoE data indicates that over 70,000 teachers are currently serving more than 18 lakh students across the capital. Source: PTI

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Binary Semantics Leads AI-Driven Transformation in STEM Education at DBEC 2025

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Binary Semantics Ltd., a leading global technology company, participated in the ArdorComm Digital Bharat Education Conclave 2025, held in Bengaluru, Karnataka, on September 19. The conclave, themed “Digital India Rising: Transforming Education, Skilling & Employability,” brought together education leaders, policymakers, and EdTech innovators from across the country to explore the future of digital learning and employability in the era of Education 5.0. Reinforcing its commitment to advancing AI-driven education and research, Binary Semantics showcased an integrated suite of platforms designed to empower educators, learners, and institutions with smarter, data-driven tools for teaching, administration, and innovation. Empowering Education with Digital Intelligence At its experiential booth, Binary Semantics presented its AI-Powered STEM Ecosystem, featuring platforms such as Möbius for blended STEM learning, Maplesoft for mathematical modeling and engineering simulation, and Schrödinger for molecular discovery and research. The company also highlighted advanced solutions including ATLAS.ti and SmartPLS for AI-driven qualitative and quantitative research, along with iDocrobo and iChatrobo, proprietary solutions enhancing academic documentation and student engagement through automation and conversational AI. These technologies collectively enable smarter teaching, seamless administration, and advanced research, aligning with the Conclave’s vision of bridging India’s digital divide and fostering inclusive, future-ready education. Enabling Collaboration in the Digital Bharat Movement With participation from government representatives, universities, EdTech leaders, and educators, the event served as a powerful platform for dialogue around Education 5.0 — an approach integrating AI, immersive technologies, and data analytics to create human-centered learning experiences. Binary Semantics’ presence underscored its role as a digital enabler in the education and research ecosystem, fostering partnerships that advance innovation and skill development in alignment with India’s Digital Bharat vision. Speaking on the occasion, a Binary Semantics representative shared, “Our participation at DBEC 2025 reflects our dedication to making education more intelligent, connected, and inclusive. By combining AI, data analytics, and simulation-driven learning, we aim to help institutions prepare students for tomorrow’s digital workforce.” Building a Future-Ready Education Network With over 400 global clients, 300 reputed institutions, 440,000+ class enrollments, and 35 million automated assessments, Binary Semantics continues to redefine educational technology standards through its scalable, research-backed digital platforms. The company’s participation at the Digital Bharat Education Conclave 2025 not only strengthened its ties with India’s academic and EdTech community but also highlighted its mission to shape the future of STEM education through innovation and collaboration. About Binary Semantics Ltd. Binary Semantics is shaping the future of education through a unified AI-powered STEM ecosystem that blends innovation, intelligence, and impact. Binary enables institutions to deliver smarter teaching, seamless administration, and advanced research. With a strong commitment to innovation and academic excellence, Binary continues to drive future-ready STEM education, preparing learners for the intelligent world ahead.

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Swastik Stories Unveils India’s First Cultural Storytelling FAST Channel

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Swastik Stories has announced the launch of India’s first cultural storytelling FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) channel, now available on JioTV, LG, Xiaomi TV, and RunnTV. The platform will stream ad-supported, free-to-watch content, aiming for an initial reach of over 50 million viewers across digital and connected TV networks. Famous for television hits like Mahabharat, RadhaKrishn, and Porus, Swastik Stories is expanding its legacy into the digital space with a focus on Indian history, culture, and mythology. The FAST model allows audiences to enjoy curated programming on smart TVs and devices without any subscription. The company expects to reach 90% of connected TV households by March 2026. The first original title on the channel, Hamara Vinayak, will premiere on October 31, with new 10–12-minute episodes releasing every Friday on both YouTube and the FAST channel. The short-format series is tailored for digital audiences who prefer concise storytelling. Founder and Chief Storyteller Siddharth Kumar Tewary said, “Swastik Stories is reimagining Indian culture for the digital age — bringing the wisdom of our past to every screen and every home. This launch marks not just a channel, but a movement in cultural storytelling.” The show’s presenting sponsor, 1Finance, has partnered with the series for its premiere. Drashti Thaker, AVP–Marketing at 1Finance, said the collaboration aligns with their philosophy of providing guidance and clarity, much like the show’s protagonist helps others navigate life’s challenges. Swastik Stories also announced upcoming originals such as Ride to Roots, Vikram Vetal, and Krishna Within, signaling a broader push to create a digital-first destination for Indian cultural entertainment. Source: Economic Times

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AI Transforms Payroll and Attendance: Indian Platforms Redefine Workforce Automation

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Artificial Intelligence is quietly revolutionizing one of the most traditional business functions — payroll and attendance management. What was once a routine administrative task is now becoming a strategic intelligence layer, driven by AI, analytics, and biometrics. The age of manual registers and spreadsheet payrolls is fading fast. Today’s systems leverage facial recognition, RFID scanners, and GPS tracking to automate attendance and salary processing. A 2025 EY report reveals that more than 60% of Indian employers are already using AI for payroll forecasting, compensation benchmarking, and workforce analytics — signaling a major shift from back-office operations to boardroom strategy. The latest workforce platforms blend automation with data-driven insight. AI algorithms now detect anomalies such as attendance gaps, duplicate records, or payroll mismatches — cutting processing errors by up to 70%, as per LiftHCM. Machine learning further enables predictive scheduling, overtime management, and compliance forecasting. Across India, this transformation spans every segment of the market: Petpooja Payroll, initially a restaurant-tech startup, now offers an integrated biometric-plus-cloud payroll suite for MSMEs taking their first digital leap. Pagarbook brings automation to small retailers and workshops through an easy mobile-first interface — echoing India’s growing trend of mobile-led HR adoption. Keka (Hyderabad) and GreytHR (Bengaluru) serve mid-tier businesses with full-fledged HRMS systems that unify attendance, leave, payroll, and analytics dashboards — merging enterprise-grade efficiency with startup-style innovation. At the enterprise level, Darwinbox and Workday lead the charge. While Workday continues to be the global HCM benchmark used by over 65% of Fortune 500 firms, Darwinbox exemplifies India’s homegrown AI innovation, incorporating conversational interfaces, predictive analytics, and seamless workflow integrations. For forward-looking organizations, payroll data is fast becoming a goldmine of workforce intelligence — revealing insights into productivity, engagement, and cost efficiency. CIOs are now positioning attendance and payroll automation alongside ERP, cybersecurity, and analytics as core pillars of digital transformation. As India enters 2025, payroll management is no longer just about salary disbursal. It’s about converting workforce data into actionable strategy — redefining how businesses measure, manage, and maximize human potential. Source: Economic Times

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Supreme Court Directs NHRC to Oversee Mental Health Authorities Nationwide

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In a significant move to strengthen mental healthcare governance, the Supreme Court on Tuesday (October 28, 2025) directed the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to monitor the functioning of Central and State Mental Health Authorities across India. The decision, issued by a Bench led by Justice P.S. Narasimha, came in response to a 2018 petition filed by advocate Gaurav Kumar Bansal, which exposed the inhumane treatment of mentally ill inmates who were found chained in a faith-based asylum in Badayun, Uttar Pradesh. The petition had called for the establishment and independent monitoring of Central and State Mental Health Authorities, along with dedicated funding and mental health review boards, as mandated under the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017. Following the petition, the Union Health Ministry informed the Court through an affidavit that these authorities had been formally notified and were operational. Acknowledging this development, the Bench observed: “Since both the Central and State Mental Health Authorities are now functioning, the NHRC shall oversee the matter, hear the concerned bodies, and issue necessary directions to ensure their effective working.” The Supreme Court further instructed that the petition be treated as a “complaint” by the NHRC and monitored accordingly under existing legal provisions. The NHRC has been empowered to issue appropriate orders to ensure that mental health institutions and review boards function efficiently and uphold human rights standards. This directive marks an important step toward ensuring accountability and systemic reform within India’s mental healthcare framework. Source: The Hindu  

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University of Queensland and IIT Delhi invite applications for Joint PhD Programme – July 2026 intake

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The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), has opened Expressions of Interest (EoI) for its Joint Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme, set to begin in July 2026. This unique initiative enables research scholars to pursue doctoral studies under the joint supervision of faculty from both UQ and IIT Delhi, providing them exposure to two world-class academic and research ecosystems. As part of the programme, students will spend one year at UQ’s Brisbane campus and three years at IIT Delhi, gaining valuable international research experience. Participants will benefit from fellowships, travel grants, and relocation assistance, along with access to the extensive academic infrastructure and research facilities of both institutions. Upon successful completion, scholars will be awarded a joint PhD degree from UQ and IIT Delhi. Applications are open to candidates from diverse fields including Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Interested applicants can submit their EoIs online at uqiitd.org/study until 7 pm (IST) on Wednesday, 7 January 2026. To guide prospective applicants, two online information sessions are scheduled — the first on November 11, 2025 (registration: shorturl.at/QQoIe) and the second on December 10, 2025 (registration: shorturl.at/vjVp1). These sessions will provide detailed insights into the programme structure, eligibility criteria, and application procedure. The UQ–IITD Research Academy accepts applications twice annually — the first round in February for the July intake, and the second round in September for the January intake of the following year. In the previous admission cycle, all enrolled PhD candidates were granted scholarships covering up to four years of full-time study. Additionally, the Academy has partnered with The Weir Group to advance research in slurry transportation through a dedicated PhD project. For complete details on eligibility, scholarships, and submission guidelines, applicants can visit the official website: uqiitd.org. Source: Indian Express

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CPCB detects heavy metals in air across Delhi and nine other Indian cities

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The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that heavy metals such as copper, zinc, chromium, and molybdenum have been detected in the air of ten Indian cities, including Delhi, where they constitute between 0.1% and 2.1% of the total PM10 concentration. The other cities included in the study are Jaipur, Bhopal, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Visakhapatnam, and Chennai. For Delhi, the CPCB collected air samples from Pitampura, Siri Fort, Janakpuri, and Shahdara during June and July 2025. The analysis followed an NGT directive from last year, which took suo motu cognisance of a Times of India report highlighting the presence of heavy metals in PM2.5 particles in East Delhi’s air. According to CPCB’s findings, these metals are typically bound to airborne particulate matter, meaning that reducing PM concentrations would likely lower their levels as well. During the monitoring period, Delhi’s average PM10 concentration was recorded at 130 µg/m³, with copper at 55.13 ng/m³, chromium at 12.25 ng/m³, molybdenum at 0.91 ng/m³, and zinc at 243.5 ng/m³. Previous studies have shown that chromium, copper, zinc, molybdenum, and lead are among the most common heavy metals present in PM2.5 in Delhi and other cities. The Heavy Metal Exposure Index (HEI) developed by researchers showed that East Delhi had one of the highest toxicity loads before the COVID-19 lockdown, later surpassed by Ludhiana. Areas such as Mayur Vihar, Dilshad Garden, and Laxmi Nagar were found to have significant levels. Lead researcher Kanhaiya Lal noted that India lacks national ambient air quality standards for several heavy metals, unlike countries such as Canada, which have established benchmarks. He also warned that airborne heavy metals pose serious health risks due to their toxic nature. The CPCB reiterated that under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) — launched in 2019 by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change — India aims to achieve up to a 40% reduction in PM10 levels or meet the national standard of 60 µg/m³ by 2025–26, using 2017–18 as the baseline year. Source: TNN

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