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- News18
Who Is Manika Vishwakarma, The Winner Set To Represent India At Miss Universe 2025?
Rajasthan's Manika Vishwakarma has been crowned the Miss Universe India 2025. She is all set to represent India at the 74th Miss Universe pageant this year. In a glittering finale held in Jaipur on Monday, August 18, Manika Vishwakarma from Rajasthan was crowned Miss Universe India 2025. The prestigious event saw outgoing titleholder Rhea Singha crown her successor, marking a milestone moment for Manika. With this win, Manika will go on to represent India at the 74th Miss Universe pageant, scheduled to take place in Thailand this November. Joining Manika Vishwakarma on the winners' podium were Tanya Sharma from Uttar Pradesh as the first runner-up, Mehak Dhingra from Haryana as the second runner-up, and Amishi Kaushik as the third runner-up. Together, the finalists showcased the spirit of determination, elegance, and individuality that the competition celebrates. Who is Manika Vishwakarma? Hailing from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, and currently based in Delhi, Manika is a multifaceted personality whose journey reflects both grit and grace. A final-year student of Political Science and Economics, she has already carved a niche for herself through her academic achievements and creative pursuits. Manika's talents span diverse fields. She is a trained classical dancer, a gifted painter, and has represented India at the BIMSTEC Sewocon, an initiative organised under the Ministry of External Affairs. Her artistry has also been recognised by esteemed institutions such as the Lalit Kala Academy and JJ School of Arts. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe India (@missuniverseindiaorg) All About Manika Vishwakarma Beyond academics and the arts, Manika is an advocate for inclusivity and awareness. She is the founder of Neuronova, a platform dedicated to reshaping perceptions around neurodivergence. Through this initiative, she highlights the need to view conditions like ADHD not as disorders, but as unique cognitive strengths. Reflecting on her journey, Manika shared, 'My journey started from my hometown, Ganganagar. I came to Delhi and prepared for the competition. We need to inculcate confidence and courage in ourselves. Everyone played a big role in this. I thank all those who helped me and made me what I am today. Competition is not just a field, it is a world of its own which builds the character of a person." What's Next For Manika Vishwakarma With her crown secured, Manika now steps into a larger global arena. As India's representative at Miss Universe 2025, she carries not only her aspirations but also the hopes of millions who see her as a symbol of ambition, artistry, and advocacy. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Loading comments...
CNN
19-07-2025
- Politics
- CNN
Petitioners advocate for open primaries in Pennsylvania
Political Science Professor Seth Masket and Senior Vice-President of Open Primaries Jeremy Gruber join Michael Smerconish to debate the benefits and drawbacks of open primaries in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
India Today
05-07-2025
- Science
- India Today
CUET UG system flawed? Biased scoring, stream lock-ins, MCQ-only testing flagged
The CUET UG 2025 results were declared on Friday, ending the wait for over 13.5 lakh students, but the questions haven't stopped. From paper errors and response sheet glitches to stream-change hurdles and unfair normalisation methods, students and experts alike are raising red top scorers aren't celebrating without caveats. As lakhs of aspirants navigate India's largest undergraduate entrance test, complaints about skewed scoring patterns and systemic inefficiencies are piling the Common University Entrance Test really living up to its promise of a level playing field?A BIAS AGAINST SCIENCE STUDENTS Science students feel squeezed by the CUET UG 2025 pattern -- especially those aiming to switch into humanities courses such as Economics (Hons) or BMS. The exam's design makes shifting streams tough and forces students to perform well in subjects outside their core, with limited room for THE COURSE STREAM BECOMES DIFFICULTScience students find it impossible to switch streams and compete for top courses in prestigious institutions like Delhi University due to subject OF 5 SUBJECTSThe restriction of choosing only five subjects limits flexibility and prevents students from covering all required subjects for their desired course QUESTION AND TIME PATTERNApplying the same number of questions and time duration (50 questions in 60 minutes) across all subjects, regardless of difficulty level, is unfair, especially for concept-heavy subjects like Physics or AND RAW SCORES CAUSE TROUBLEIn stream-shift scenarios, raw scores (not percentiles) are often used, which disadvantages Science students, as scoring in their subjects is relatively tougher compared to and past year's maths results prove the above points when we compare scores with subjects like Business Studies, Political Science state board students and students from the Northeast are at a disadvantage compared to CBSE suggest that 'One nation one syllabus' has to be implemented for fair competition, and that normalisation for CUET UG is an irrational concept and a misuse of a statistical tool, especially when exams are conducted across a month with uneven shift NOT ENOUGHEducation experts also believe that schools have become redundant due to CUET. Subjects like journalism, history, and psychology cannot be tested through MCQs alone -- writing skills need to be assessed too, which CUET does not currently UG was introduced with the vision of streamlining college admissions across India. But for many students, it's becoming yet another maze of confusion and growing discontent, especially among science stream aspirants, students from marginalised boards, and those eyeing inter-disciplinary shifts, signals an urgent need for reform.- Ends
The National
25-06-2025
- Politics
- The National
Muslim candidate Zohran Mamdani wins New York Democratic mayoral primary in stunning upset
Shortly after former New York governor Andrew Cuomo conceded defeat, his rival and once long-shot candidate Zohran Mamdani quoted Nelson Mandela as he declared victory in the New York City mayoral primary election. "It always seems impossible until it is done," he said, "Tonight we made history," Mr Mamdani added amid a round of cheers and applause from supporters. Peter Yacobucci, a political science professor at Buffalo State University said that Mr Mamdani's victory sends a message to establishment Democrats who might be failing to properly read the mood of the electorate. "It isn't 1990s anymore and recycling the old will no longer win," he said, referring to efforts by some to make make Democrats take increasingly centrist positions on various issues. Prof Yacobucci also said that Mr Mamdani's genuine campaign style and fearless use of social media should also be taken note of by party leaders. "Authenticity wins over scripted normalcy and if leadership does believe that Trump is a significant threat to our democracy they must embrace a new vision," he explained. Besides being a stunning upset, the results from Tuesday's Democratic primary are also historic in the sense that New York City is now one step closer to electing its first Muslim mayor. Ultimately, voters faced a choice between the two top candidates: former New York governor Andrew Cuomo and his main challenger, Zohran Mamdani, a Muslim socialist state assembly member who was born in Uganda. In the first round of ranked-choice voting, Mr Mamdani won 43.5 per cent of the vote and Mr Cuomo 36.3 per cent, according to preliminary results from the city Board of Elections with more than 93 per cent of the ballots counted. Coming in third place on the first round was city comptroller Brad Lander, at 11.4 per cent. Mr Lander and Mr Mamdani had cross-endorsed each other. It is a groundbreaking show by Mamdani, a 33-year-old Queens assemblyman who rose out of relative obscurity in recent weeks. Technically, the result is not yet official. Under the city's ranked-choice system, a candidate is declared the winner after receiving more than 50 per cent of the votes. In each round, a candidate will be eliminated and their voters' No 2 choice will be distributed to the remaining candidates. The process is repeated until a candidate receives a majority. The next rounds of tallying votes are scheduled for July 1. Voting took place in sweltering heat and as the Big Apple tightens security after the US bombed Iran at the weekend. The election also became a microcosm of New Yorkers' views on ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, with Mr Cuomo pledging support for Israel as Mr Mamdani criticised the country's wars in Gaza and Iran. Mr Mamdani, who will likely continue to cruise to victory in the Democratic primary will face incumbent mayor Eric Adams, who won the 2021 election as a Democrat but is running this time as an independent. Polls had largely shown Mr Cuomo ahead, but an Emerson College survey released on Monday showed Mr Mamdani prevailing in the city's complex ranked-choice voting system. This operates as a series of instant run-offs, in which the candidate in last place is eliminated and his or her votes redistributed based on voters' second choice. That process is repeated until a winner is decided. Mr Mamdani hopes his platform of rent freezes and free child care, funded through heavy borrowing, will help voters look past his limited political experience as a state politician. If victorious, Mr Mamdani stands a good chance in heavily Democratic New York of winning the general election in November. He recently accused Mr Cuomo of Islamophobia, claiming that a political action committee supporting the former New York governor had doctored a photo of Mr Mamdani, artificially lengthening and darkening his beard.
South China Morning Post
25-06-2025
- Politics
- South China Morning Post
AbdulWahed Jalal Nori: Latest Articles, Analysis and Profile
+ FOLLOW Dr AbdulWahed Jalal Nori is an assistant professor at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and coordinator of the Centre for Foresight Studies. His work bridges Islamic thought, political science and futures studies, focusing on ethics, civilisation and reform. He previously served in various academic and policy roles in Malaysia and Iraq. Dr AbdulWahed Jalal Nori is an assistant professor at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and coordinator of the Centre for Foresight Studies. His work bridges Islamic thought, political science and futures studies, focusing on ethics, civilisation and reform. He previously served in various academic and policy roles in Malaysia and Iraq.
