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A teacher at a Jharkhand school has been suspended after an objectionable video played on a smart board. The incident, which occurred after school hours with students present, has sparked a probe. Officials are investigating how the content was displayed and who is responsible, with the acting headmaster also facing potential action.

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has appointed industry analyst Matthew Ball as Chief Strategy Officer to revitalize Microsoft's console business. Ball, a known figure for his "State of Video Gaming" report, aims to revive franchises and strengthen Xbox's market position. Scott Van Vliet joins as CTO to accelerate product development, while Chris Schnakenberg is promoted to VP of partnerships.

Amid the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy, the NTA has announced significant institutional and technological reforms, including hiring a CTO and strengthening oversight. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired a review meeting, emphasizing secure and foolproof conduct for the upcoming re-examination, with enhanced coordination with state authorities.

Google is publicly testing new AI-driven ad formats in Search and AI Mode to monetize generative AI traffic. These formats, including conversational discovery, highlighted answers, direct offers, and a business agent chatbot, aim to integrate ads naturally with AI responses. While currently limited to Search and AI Mode, Google plans to expand successful formats to the standalone Gemini app.

In a bid to revolutionize its healthcare system, Meghalaya is seeking to partner with the private sector. During an engaging session at IIM Shillong, representatives from the government, GIZ, and industry leaders brainstormed potential collaborative efforts.

Members of the NDA coalition celebrated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 12-year tenure, calling it a 'golden era' of public servitude and trust. They underscored significant advancements in poverty alleviation, India's international reputation, self-sufficiency, and national pride. This phase was labeled a 'milestone moment,' characterized by effective governance, courageous policy decisions, and the revival of national self-assurance.

Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu took a scooty ride in Ranchi to promote fuel saving, while a doctor was defrauded of Rs 33,500 by cybercriminals. Meanwhile, Hudco celebrated its foundation day, and Bokaro Steel Plant contractors opposed a new attendance system, threatening a shutdown.

A Thane court has acquitted MNS chief Raj Thackeray and five others in a 17-year-old case involving attacks on out-of-state railway job aspirants. The court cited insufficient evidence and the prosecution's failure to prove the accused's presence at the 2008 Kalyan station incident. The verdict extended the benefit of doubt to the six individuals.

A recent examination of the Patiala House court in Delhi highlighted alarming accessibility concerns, such as poorly maintained walkways and insufficient directional signs, which significantly hinder access for the disabled and elderly populations. This issue is indicative of a pervasive challenge faced by courts throughout India, where legal institutions often remain inaccessible despite existing regulations.

A satirical political party, the Cockroach Janata Party, founded by Abhijeet Dipke, has gained viral traction among Indian Gen Z. Inspired by a Chief Justice's remark, the party champions the 'lazy & unemployed' with a unique manifesto, attracting thousands of members and sparking youth interest in politics.