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The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is an integral part of the medical education landscape in India, serving as the gateway for aspiring medical and dental professionals. In 2024, NEET continues to be a critical examination that determines admission to undergraduate medical and dental courses across the country. This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide to NEET 2024, covering essential aspects such as eligibility criteria, exam pattern, preparation strategies, and recent developments together with NEET MOCK . NEET MOCK Eligibility Criteria: To appear for NEET 2024 , candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria. The basic requirements include: 1. Age: Candidates must be at least 17 years old as of December 31, 2024. 2. Educational Qualification: Aspiring candidates should have completed or be in the process of completing their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as mandatory subjects. 3. Minimum Percentage: General cate

Ratan Tata is one of the most respected business leaders and philanthropists in the world. He is the former chairman of Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group, one of India’s largest and most diversified conglomerates. Ratan Tata: The Philanthropist Tata is known for his generosity and his commitment to social responsibility. He has donated billions of dollars to various charities and foundations that support education, healthcare, and rural development in India and around the world. Here are some of the key ways in which Ratan Tata is changing lives through his philanthropy: Education: Tata is a strong advocate for education. He has donated billions of dollars to support educational institutions and programs in India and around the world. For example, he donated $28 million to Cornell University to establish the Tata Scholarship Fund, which provides financial aid to Indian undergraduate students. Healthcare: Tata is also a strong supporter of healthcare. He has donated

Kuldeep Yadav paid the ultimate tribute to R Ashwin as he wanted the veteran pacer to have the match ball despite picking up a five-wicket haul on day one of the Dharamsala Test. Heartwarming Gesture: Kuldeep Yadav Ashwin, who was playing his 100th Test on Thursday, was given the ball by Kuldeep as he wanted the veteran to lead India off the field after bundling out England for 218 runs on Day One of the fifth Test. However, Ashwin was adamant that Kuldeep was the one leading India off the field after running through the English batting order. England opted to bat first after winning the toss and had a solid start thanks to Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley. However, Kuldeep picked up two wickets to dismiss Duckett and Ollie Pope before the lunch break. Kuldeep would then start an almighty collapse for the visitors as they went from 100 for two to 175 for six before the tea break. Kuldeep bowled a beauty to dismiss Crawley as the spin of the ball completely outfoxed the opener. Next, he woul

As Bengaluru grapples with an unprecedented water crisis, the state government is exploring alternative solutions, including recycled and treated water from residents' associations. Helplines are overwhelmed as the city faces a shortfall of over 1,500 MLD (Million Liters Per Day) in its daily water requirement, which ranges between 2,600 MLD to 2,800 MLD. Bengaluru Water Crisis: Blame Game The crisis has taken a political turn, with leaders of the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) pointing fingers at the government for its alleged failure to implement effective water management measures. The BJP leaders have issued a stern warning, threatening protests if the Karnataka government does not take decisive action within a week. The state government, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has responded by announcing the establishment of control rooms and dedicated helpline numbers. Task forces, headed by local MLAs, have been formed to address the drought situation in the state, part

India's stature in international forums has grown under the Narendra Modi government, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said today while comparing his experiences as a minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government and the current dispensation. Rajnath on Vajpayee-Era Contrasts In his remarks at NDTV's maiden defence summit, Mr Singh said India's defence sector has become strong because the government has tried to focus on "Indianness" too. "We have strengthened the defence sector from an India perspective. The result is India's rise on the international stage. The day is not far off when India will not only become a developed nation, but our military strength will be the greatest in the world," he said. Recounting his experience as a minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government, the Defence Minister said, "I was a minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government too. When I travelled to other countries and spoke on international forums, I felt

Director Anurag Kashyap reviewed the latest Malayalam film 'Manjummel Boys'. The survival thriller has been the talk of the town with all the acclaim it has been garnerning from critics and viewers alike. Anurag, too, had nothing but praise for the Chidambaran-directorial. Anurag Kashyap hails 'Manjummel Boys Anurag Kashyap reviewed 'Manjummel Boys' on Letterboxd and called it an 'extraordinary piece'. He showered praise on the filmmaking and stated that it is 'so much better that all the big budgeted filmmaking in India'. He added, "Such confidence, such impossible storytelling. I was wondering how does one even sell this idea to a producer. In Hindi they can only do remakes of such ideas. Hindi cinema really is so far left behind with three back to back brilliant Malayalam films " Meanwhile, the makers recently announced that 'Manjummel Boys' has become the fastest Malayalam film to cross the milestone mark of Rs 100 crore. A sect

India batter Devdutt Padikkal was handed his Test cap by veteran spin-bowling all-rounder Ravinchandran Ashwin at the HPCA Stadium. India is taking on England in the fifth and final Test of the series in Dharamsala. Devdutt Padikkal Test Debut Padikkal came in for the injured Rajat Patidar in the fifth Test against England. Patidar picked up an injury during training as confirmed by India skipper Rohit Sharma at the toss. Patidar was handed his Test cap in Vizag but managed scoring just 63 runs in six innings. England won the toss and opted to bat first in the fifth Test. Padikkal was called up for the Indian Test side for the third match of their series against England following an injury to wicket-keeping batter KL Rahul. Rahul was named in the squad for the third Test, but his selection in the team was subject to fitness. The veteran failed to recover in time, after which Padikkal got an opportunity. Padikkal has been putting up a commendable performance in the ongoing Ranji Trophy.

The BJP has slammed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Satlin's DMK party, claiming that the party leaders were involved in the massive international drug cartel busted recently by the Delhi Police and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). Blame-game between BJP, Stalin's DMK over drug menace in Tamil Nadu During his recent visit to Chennai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed that drugs had penetrated deeply into Tamil Nadu and said he worried about the future of youngsters in the state. The development came after Jaffar Sadiq, the DMK NRI wing’s Chennai West Deputy Organiser, also associated with the Tamil film industry, was identified during investigations in connection with the case. Later, it was revealed Sadiq also allegedly had links with a gang. As the investigations progressed, Sadiq's pictures with several top leaders of the DMK were shared by the BJP, following which the party expelled Sadiq. Further, the recent drug seizures by agencies like the Directorate of Revenue Int

The ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha has hinted at a potential alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. On Wednesday, leaders of the BJD convened for an extensive session at Naveen Niwas, the official residence of Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. Simultaneously, counterparts from the BJP, including its state unit chief Manmohan Samal, gathered in the national capital for a parallel meeting, engaging in discussions related to electoral affairs, with a particular focus on the possibility of forging an alliance. NDA Return Hint: BJD After 15 Years A potential pact between the two parties marks a significant shift in the political dynamics of the state, especially considering the BJD's departure from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) 15 years ago, which had prompted former BJP leader and minister Sushma Swaraj to say that Naveen Patnaik would "regret" snapping ties after an 11-year understanding.  While no forma

As the seat-sharing tussle within the NDA over Bihar continues, the INDIA alliance has made a move on the political chessboard and offered eight Lok Sabha seats in the state and two in Uttar Pradesh to Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan, sources have told NDTV.  Bihar Power Shift: BJP Allies? The proposal may prove to be tempting to Mr Paswan, who is reportedly being offered only six Lok Sabha constituencies in Bihar by the NDA and even those come with a caveat - the seats will have to be split with his uncle and Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party chief Pashupati Paras, who he is not on the best terms with.  The INDIA alliance offer, on the other hand, includes all six seats that the undivided Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) had contested in 2019, and a deal sweetener in the form of two additional constituencies in Bihar and two in Uttar Pradesh, the sources said.  The Lok Janshakti Party had split in 2021, following a coup by Mr Paras a year after the death of party chief and ve