India’s skilling challenge is becoming more urgent as the country tries to prepare a large young workforce for an economy being reshaped by technology, shifting labour-market needs and global uncertainty. At a roundtable organised by The Times of India and JPMorgan Chase , policymakers, educators, employers and researchers examined why the transition from education to…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) IPL 2026 is set to begin on March 28, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.Ahead of the opener, Virat Kohli has already hit the training ground, with clips of his fluent strokeplay from practice sessions doing the rounds on…
BPSC Special School Teacher exam 2026: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the final answer key for the Special School Teacher exam 2026 on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now download the final answer key from bpsc.bihar.gov.in and check their responses.The final answer key has been prepared after…
The White House said Friday that the United States could “take out” Iran’s Kharg Island at any time if President Donald Trump gives the order, following reports that the administration was considering plans to occupy or blockade the strategic oil hub.Axios had reported that Trump had been weighing an operation against Kharg to pressure Tehran…
The idea of ‘regime change’ is prominently associated with US-led invasions in Iraq and Afghanistan. But most regime changes – meaning transition from one political system to another – happen internally.Succession crises can trigger a regime change, or splits within ruling elites, or military coups, major protest movements, etc. Bombing a country to try and…
As of 21 March 2026, flight operations at Dubai’s airports and other UAE airports—mostly on Dubai International Airport (DXB), which is one of the busiest aviation hubs in the world, remain partially functional. The operations remain disrupted given the latest official airline statements and advisories. As per official airline updates, major UAE carriers including Emirates…
Today exudes a palpable tension, encouraging us to take a step back and seek supportive connections. Choose your words carefully in your personal interactions; even the smallest comment could spark conflict. Students may find their focus challenged, while those traveling for business could encounter frustrating outcomes. It’s wise to exercise caution with finances, as unforeseen…
DEHRADUN: Shipping industry experts have warned of a major challenge in procurement of fertilizers by India due to the West Asia war and Iran’s attack on the Strait of Hormuz. The assessment was made by experts attending a two-day International Maritime Conference held by Integrated Maritime Exchange on ‘freight market volatility, geopolitics and global trade…
Pakistan’s Salman Ali Agha, right, receives trophy from Pakistan’s Cricket Board Chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi (AP Photo) Former Pakistan head coach Gary Kirsten has opened up on his brief and turbulent stint with the national side, revealing that excessive interference from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) played a major role in his early…
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for recruitment to the posts of Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) and Assistant Research Officer (ARO). As per the notice, a total of 929 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive.Candidates who are interested and eligible can apply online through the official…