ICC approves major changes: ODI ball rule revised, stricter concussion protocols – check out new playing conditions | Cricket News – Times of India

ICC approves major changes: ODI ball rule revised, stricter concussion protocols – check out new playing conditions | Cricket News – Times of India

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced significant changes to playing conditions in men’s international cricket, with the revised two-ball rule in ODIs and stricter concussion substitute regulations being the big updates. These changes, recommended by the ICC Men’s Cricket Committee, will come into effect from June 17 in Tests, July 2 in ODIs, and…

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Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’: Millions face stricter work rules – what changes are proposed under food aid program? – Times of India

Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’: Millions face stricter work rules – what changes are proposed under food aid program? – Times of India

President Trump’s bill proposes significant cuts to the US’s largest food aid program — SNAP — impacting millions of people (Image credit: AP) US President Donald Trump‘s recently introduced “Big Beautiful Bill” proposes significant cuts to federal spending on one of the largest food aid programs — the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for low-income…

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CBSE planning stricter rules in drive against ‘dummy’ schools | India News – The Times of India

CBSE planning stricter rules in drive against ‘dummy’ schools | India News – The Times of India

New Delhi: As a next step in its mission against “dummy schools”, CBSE is contemplating amendments to its examination bylaws to prevent students enrolled in such schools or those missing regular classes from appearing for Class XII board examinations. Officials clarified that the responsibility for enrolling in such schools lies with students and their parents.As…

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New York governor won’t remove NYC mayor Adams, for now, but plans, but Plans stricter oversight

New York governor won’t remove NYC mayor Adams, for now, but plans, but Plans stricter oversight

NEW YORK: Gov. Kathy Hochul won’t immediately remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office, but will instead push for increased oversight of City Hall as he faces intense scrutiny over his relationship with the Trump administration. Hochul will announce Thursday that she has, for now, decided against removing Adams from office, according to…

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US reinstates stricter Visa Interview Waiver criteria, impacting thousands of Indian applicants – The Times of India

US reinstates stricter Visa Interview Waiver criteria, impacting thousands of Indian applicants – The Times of India

The United States has reinstated stringent eligibility criteria for its Visa Interview Waiver, commonly referred to as the “dropbox” facility, marking a return to pre-pandemic regulations. Effective immediately, only those renewing a visa in the same nonimmigrant category, provided it expired within the last 12 months, will qualify for the dropbox option. Previously, a temporary…

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Raised living costs to revised work hours and stricter study permits: A look back at the major changes to Canada’s PGWP in 2024 – Times of India

Raised living costs to revised work hours and stricter study permits: A look back at the major changes to Canada’s PGWP in 2024 – Times of India

Canada has long been a favored destination for Indian students seeking quality education and promising career opportunities abroad. The country’s welcoming immigration policies, diverse cultural landscape, and a well accepted Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program have historically attracted a significant number of international students, particularly from India. However, 2024 witnessed a series of policy shifts…

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Sebi announces stricter regulations for SME IPOs – Times of India

Sebi announces stricter regulations for SME IPOs – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) on Wednesday announced stricter regulation for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) initial public offerings (IPOs) to address concerns around transparency, governance, and the misuse of funds in the SME segment.The market regulator said that these will strengthen the SME IPO market, improve the quality of…

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