In a major development, the Andhra Pradesh government has announced the recruitment of 16,347 teachers through the Mega DSC (District Selection Committee). Aspiring teachers can submit their applications online from April 20 to May 15 through the official website–apdsc.apcfss.in. The computer-based tests for the AP DSC Recruitment will be held from June 6 to July 6. This move fulfills the election manifesto promise of the ruling TDP-led NDA government in the run-up to the 2024 polls. Aspirants are advised to stay updated on the official website for further updates on the recruitment process.
Despite currently fulfilling his mandatory military service, BTS's Jimin's second solo album "Muse" continues to gain success. His lead single "Who" has achieved a major milestone, becoming his third song to reach 100 million views on YouTube, solidifying his star power. The song has also broken records on Billboard's Hot 100 chart, surpassing BTS's own hit "Dynamite" for longest-charting K-pop song. Jimin's entire album, released in July 2024, has been setting records since its debut. This achievement comes as Jimin and his BTS bandmates serve in the military, scheduled to complete their service by June of this year.
The Indian men's cricket team's support staff has reportedly been given a massive overhaul, with several coaches and trainers being sacked. This comes after India's recent tour of Australia, where they lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and failed to qualify for the World Test Championship final. While the BCCI is yet to confirm the news, reports suggest that assistant coach Abhishek Nayar, fielding coach T Dilip, and trainer Soham Desai are among those who have been removed from service. The support staff changes are expected to take place ahead of India's upcoming test series against England, starting in June.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has taken action against Gensol Engineering and its promoters, the Jaggi brothers, after receiving a complaint in June 2024 alleging fraudulent activities. The regulator has barred the promoters from holding any directorial or managerial positions in the company and has ordered an audit of its accounts. This decision will also have a negative impact on the Jaggi's other venture, the electric ride-hailing service BluSmart, as they are co-founders of the company. The funding crisis for BluSmart is likely to worsen as finding new investors becomes increasingly difficult with cases against the Jaggi brothers.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced that the Mumbai-Goa highway will finally be completed by June, bringing relief to daily commuters and aiding development in the Konkan region. He also reassured that physical toll booths will be removed across the country and a new toll policy will be implemented. Despite facing numerous challenges, including legal disputes and internal conflicts, Gadkari expressed confidence in India's infrastructural future, stating that in two years, it will even surpass that of the United States.
The BSE Sensex and Nifty50 experienced steep declines at the market open on Monday, following global markets' reaction to fears of an escalating trade war caused by US President Donald Trump's tariff policies. By mid-day, the BSE Sensex had plunged over 3,000 points and the Nifty50 had tumbled 5%, marking its steepest drop since June. This decline resulted in a loss of Rs 20.16 lakh crore in the market capitalisation of listed companies on the BSE. With Asian shares also nose-diving and US futures predicting further weakness, it seems that markets are responding to the sell-off seen in the US on Friday, which resulted in a $5 trillion market capitalisation erosion.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP for taking 10 months to select a national president, while Amit Shah countered by pointing out dynastic practices among opposition parties. Reports suggest that the BJP will announce its new national president by the third week of April to replace JP Nadda. Nadda's tenure was extended until June 2024, but the new president will still be chosen after a process involving the party's 12-13 crore members.
K-pop group BTS' member Jimin has made headlines once again, this time for his achievement of becoming the longest-charting K-pop soloist on the UK charts. His album Muse, released in June 2024, has earned him this title. Fans took to social media to congratulate the singer and showed their love and support for him through trending hashtags. This award serves as another feather in BTS' cap, adding to their numerous accolades over the years.
In a devastating blow to the local food ecosystem, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has eliminated the Regional Farm to Food Bank program, which connects food banks to local food producers. The program, which was responsible for 34% of institutional purchases from small and midsize producers in New Mexico, will come to an end in June due to the USDA's cancellation of the funding. This decision will have a significant impact on both food producers and food banks, as it provided essential support to keep local farmers thriving while also ensuring access to healthy and nutritious food for community members in need. The loss of this crucial program highlights the challenges and obstacles faced by the local food industry, and the dire consequences of cutting off funding to such initiatives.
Get ready for an enchanting theatrical experience as the makers of Dhanush starrer Kubera have announced its release date - June 20, 2025. Directed by Sekhar Kammula, the movie also stars Nagarjuna, Jim Sarbh, and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles. The teaser of the movie has already created buzz with Dhanush sporting two different looks and a star-studded cast. Don't miss the chance to witness this battle for wealth and game of fate on the big screen.