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Mahasweta Devi's birth centenary has revived interest in her powerful stories and activism for tribal and marginalised communities. Her works,...
More than one lakh single-teacher schools across India are educating 3.37 million students, raising concerns over the quality of foundational...
Despite a legal ban, manual scavenging continues to claim lives across India due to poor enforcement and inadequate mechanisation. The Supreme Court...
India's surveillance debate should focus on smartphones, digital platforms and data collection rather than only CCTV cameras, the article argues. It...
AAP's criticism of Rahul Gandhi's PM residence dharna during generation Z movement appears to have backfired, boosting the Congress, handing the BJP...
India's young are redefining communication, accountability and civic participation. Gen Z's memes, digital language and student activism reflect...
Student protests in Mumbai reclaimed streets and public spaces as arenas for democratic participation, civic dialogue and peaceful dissent. The...
The Supreme Court's posthumous exoneration of Dr Manmohan Singh in the coal block allocation case has revived debate over delayed justice. The...
Keigo Higashino has become one of the world's most influential crime writers through intricate mysteries and emotionally layered storytelling. The...
Another heavy toxin is resentment. It traps the mind in the past while pretending to protect us. Resentment neither allows us to learn from the past...
India's food safety system needs structural reform beyond periodic inspections, argues the article, proposing that FSSAI adopt SEBI's...
Despite wars, geopolitical tensions and trade disruptions, the global economy has remained resilient. Diversification in energy, bilateral trade...
Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's felicitation in Parliament after his resignation is criticised as a display of political...
The government should honour its alleged commitment to withdraw FIRs against students who protested over alleged examination paper leaks. Students...
Mandi MP's latest remarks revive her 'queen of controversies' image, risk youth backlash and hand fresh ammunition to the Opposition.
Parashara Maharshi’s son through Satyavati or Yojanagandhi was Vyasa. As he was instrumental in classifying Vedas, he is called Veda Vyasa. He...
Repeated examination scandals and the use of an AK-47 and other firearms during a student protest in Bihar have raised serious concerns about police...
Repeated examination controversies have exposed the limits of a centralised admissions system. India needs stronger institutions, decentralised...
Gen Z-led student protests have exposed the limits of censorship and conventional political messaging in the digital age. Social media amplified...
India's education and skills crisis extends far beyond NEET, with poor learning outcomes, inadequate vocational training and low employability...
The Centre's decision to appoint a committee headed by Nandan Nilekani to reform India's examination system comes after widespread public anger over...
The CJP's success in holding the government accountable should not become a stepping stone into electoral politics, the article argues. Drawing...
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan's recent remarks on dissent, judicial independence and personal liberty offer hope for restoring public confidence in the...
The NEET agitation could help the Congress and Samajwadi Party shift Uttar Pradesh's political narrative from identity politics to jobs, examinations...
Therefore, in this age of strife, disharmony and severe spiritual affliction, God has sent out among us, God-souls, men of God, saints and sadhus –...
Following multiple meetings with two Union ministers, the CJP has called off its nationwide protests. It says the Modi government has agreed to its...
High-cost private institutions have, at the same time, proliferated, often under the aegis of politicians. This lack of equity and the welter of leaks...
A fresh controversy has arisen regarding the film Satluj. For the past four years, the film had not received certification from the Central Board of...
The investigation into the hundreds of cases of violence is also a story of judicial and police lethargy, sitting atop many offices. The CBI, the SIT...
Students protesting the NEET examination controversy near Parliament faced lathi charges, tear gas and mass detentions despite assembling peacefully....
Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike against paper leaks has reignited debate over the role of fasting as a tool of political protest. Tracing examples from...
The Supreme Court has relaxed its 2024 ban on new industries in the Taj Trapezium Zone, allowing pending MSME proposals under strict oversight. While...
A Yale University committee report warns that public trust in higher education is declining due to soaring tuition costs, complex admissions,...
The alleged NEET paper leak and the government's handling of student protests have intensified demands for accountability. Concerns over education...
The reported remarks of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on videos allegedly showing police action against student protesters have reignited debate...
Uncertainty fuels innovation, entrepreneurship, relationships and hope, while absolute certainty breeds stagnation. Human progress depends on adapting...
The Ken-Betwa protest may have ended, but concerns over displacement, rehabilitation and the rights of tribal communities remain unresolved....
Mental and physical health are deeply connected, making emotional hygiene essential for overall well-being. The article urges readers to transform...
Takeda Biopharmaceuticals India’s QDENGA has received market authorisation from the Drug Controller General for people aged 4 to 60 years, marking...
The RBI Financial Stability Report said India’s household debt reached 47.8% of GDP by December 2025, with rising retail borrowing concerns. The...
An editorial said Parliament must provide space for debate on the NEET exam breach issue, arguing grievances left unaddressed may spill into protests....
The Supreme Court ruled that using abusive or vulgar language does not automatically amount to obscenity under criminal law. A bench headed by Justice...
New Delhi is looking beyond personalities. Its priority is implementing existing agreements, strengthening economic and security cooperation, and...
True fulfilment cannot be achieved through material wealth alone but through self-realisation and spiritual wisdom. Drawing from the dialogue between...
PV Sindhu's maiden Japan Open title represents more than another trophy, signalling a return to top form after injuries and inconsistent results. The...
Government celebration of the young team behind the Vikram-1 mission contrasts with its response to students protesting over examination...
Despite improved rainfall since early July, uneven monsoon distribution has kept Kharif sowing below last year's level, raising concerns over crop...
Maharashtra's opposition alliance faces strategic uncertainty as Shiv Sena (UBT) appears to revive its Hindutva plank while Congress maintains its...
True wisdom is attained through sacrifice, devotion and perseverance rather than comfort or shortcuts. Drawing on the teachings of Rabia and Guru...
Congress is repeating the internal leadership conflicts that contributed to its 2022 defeat in Punjab. Renewed factionalism between senior leaders...