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In a remarkable display of talent, Abhinav Raj from Sainik School Nalanda clinched third place at the national Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan camp held in Gandhinagar, proudly representing the Central Zone. This accolade not only brought him a certificate, trophy, and cash prize but also the esteemed Bhaskaracharya Scholarship.

In a grand ceremony, St. Karen's High School honored its top-performing students from Classes X and XII with CBSE 2026, presenting them with prestigious certificates and memorable awards. Simultaneously, BD College's entrepreneurial hub hosted an insightful lecture focused on the critical role of Intellectual Property Rights in fostering innovation.

A large football sculpture outside Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium has been partially removed. The structure, conceptualized by a former chief minister, was dismantled overnight. Officials stated it did not meet artistic standards and will be replaced. The removal has sparked mixed reactions among residents and football fans.

Runa Laila, celebrating 50 years in Hindi films, continues to bridge India and Bangladesh through her music. Her powerful voice, first heard in 'Ek Se Badhkar Ek,' has been a constant amidst political shifts. Receiving the Minar-e-Dilli award, she emphasized music's healing power, a sentiment echoed by fans who find solace in her melodies.

Prasoon Joshi, a renowned lyricist and communications expert, has been appointed as the new chairman of Prasar Bharati, filling a crucial leadership gap. His extensive experience in advertising, cinema, and public communication is expected to bring fresh energy and a creative voice to the public broadcaster as it embraces digital transformation and evolving audience tastes.

Kolkata's special electoral roll revision left many families fractured on poll day. While some voted, lakhs were disenfranchised as their names were deleted. Instances like Mariam Zaki, whose father and grandfather couldn't vote, and former MP Tarun Mandal highlight the widespread disappointment and confusion caused by the process, leaving many questioning the fairness of the deletions.

Madhubani is making strides in addressing the issue of stray cattle through a new initiative spearheaded by the local administration. Under the leadership of Municipal Commissioner Umesh Kumar Bharati and Sadar SDO Chandan Kumar Jha, the operation focuses on the safe relocation of wandering livestock to designated cow shelters.

Vidya Bharati-affiliated schools in Assam achieved outstanding results in the HSLC 2026 examination, with Jyotirmay Das securing first rank statewide. Out of 10,375 students, a majority earned First Division, with several distinctions and letter marks. Many schools recorded 100% pass rates. The organization credited its success to value-based education, the Panchapadi teaching method, and NEP implementation, highlighting its consistent academic excellence and commitment to preserving Assam’s cultural and linguistic heritage.