Candidates who applied for overseas higher education scholarships under the SARTHI scheme of Maharashtra government are facing a delay in the selection list for over four months, causing them to change or postpone their plans. Despite the advertisement inviting applications in June 2024, with 200 candidates applying for the scholarship, the selection of 75 students was expected by September, but the list is still awaited. The delay, attributed to the Model Code of Conduct around Maharashtra Assembly elections, has left students struggling abroad and seeking deferrals from universities.
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NATO's Rutte says Trump's return will 'turbo-charge' pact's defence spending, production
NATO chief Mark Rutte announced plans to increase defence spending and production as U.S. President Donald Trump returned to office, urging allies to boost their contributions. Rutte stated that with Trump's re-election, NATO would "turbo-charge" its efforts in these areas, emphasizing the importance of strengthening military capabilities. The announcement was made via a social media post on X platform. Full Article
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