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The Afghanistan embassy is now permanently closed in New Delhi, thereby signalling the end of its India operations. As of now, there are no diplomats from the Afghan Republic in India. Those who served in the national capital have safely reached third countries, the embassy informed through its release, adding that the only individuals present […]
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting’s bill on November 10, intended to broaden the broadcasting business environment, could shackle the burgeoning digital economy. The Bill, which could replace the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995, could bring all regulations in broadcasting in one basket. It includes OTT services in broadcasting legislation. The recommended legislation, highlighted The […]
Uttarakhand News: After 12 days of being trapped inside a Uttarakhand tunnel, the rescue operation for the 41 workers is nearing its end. Despite the challenging topography and soil conditions, the rescue teams are working tirelessly to create an escape route for the workers. Though it will take at least 10 more hours before they […]
Years ago, during a popular TV show, celebrated yoga guru Baba Ramdev was asked whether he dyed his pitch-back mane. “Completely natural,” he droned, leaning to show his dense shock of hair. That’s the allure of Baba Ramdev, a known allopathy baiter, a purveyor of Ayurveda, and the marketing mind behind Patanjali. Controversies chase him […]
In what can be blown up as an embarrassing diplomatic issue, it has now been revealed that the Indian Government was involved in plotting a conspiracy to assassinate Sikh separatists on American soil. This international scoop unveiled by Financial Times says US authorities thwarted a conspiracy to kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, an American and Canadian […]
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a fine of Rs. 10 lakh on Air India for the second time due to its failure to adhere to compensation regulations. During inspections carried out at Delhi, Kochi, and Bangalore airports, the DGCA noted Air India’s lack of compliance with the Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR) […]
There was a sense of anticipation that women’s vote might influence Madhya Pradesh’s elections. The state election commission released data on Saturday showing Madhya Pradesh registered its highest-ever turnout of 77.15% on November 17. Additionally, according to the report, published by The Print, 76.03% of the 2.72 crore registered women voters and 78.21% of the 2.88 […]
There was a time when Pakistan would have a factory of fast bowlers. India were deemed a batting nation and rightly so. Even though the revered Kapil Dev passed on the pace-bowling torch to Javagal Srinath & Co, it was Pakistan that continued to burst with speed riches. Zaheer Khan, Ashish Nehra, Munaf Patel, S […]
Senior IPS officer Alok Sharma has been appointed as the director of the Special Protection Group (SPG), responsible for ensuring the security of the prime minister. Sharma, belonging to the 1991 batch of the Indian Police Service, presently serves as the additional director general within the SPG. The appointment of Sharma as the SPG director […]
Is Mumbai going the Delhi way? The city’s alarming pollution levels have ravaged public health. Air quality has been severely impacted by an increase in traffic, open-air garbage burning, waste from industries and refineries, and construction activity. In the last month, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has imposed several bans. It has outlawed burning trash, is […]
As Madhya Pradesh goes to the polls, it confronts a pressing issue. The state ranks among the worst in socio-economic indicators for women and girls. According to the 2011 census, reported by The Print, women’s literacy in Madhya Pradesh stands at 59.2%, against the national average of 64.64%. The Print has reported that in Labrawada, […]
Federal think tank NITI Aayog has suggested merging schools with smaller student populations and optimising teacher assignments to address teacher shortages. According to a report published by The Print, the suggestions were included in an October report under project SATH-E (Sustainable Action for Transforming Human Capital — Education), which was launched by the NITI Aayog […]
The finale of the Cricket World Cup approaches, set to take place at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on November 19. India and Australia face off in the ultimate showdown, drawing eager anticipation from fans. Reports indicate a star-studded closing ceremony, with expectations of celebrity appearances and performances. Rumors swirl around Dua Lipa potentially gracing the […]
New Delhi: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs that was tasked to examine the three new criminal Bills has recommended that in the interest of gender neutral laws, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill, which seeks to replace the Indian Penal Code, 1860, should include the criminalisation of adultery and retain Section 377. Along with the Bharatiya Nyaya […]
The Agnipath Scheme was meant to give a push to the enrolment of women as Personnel Below Officer Rank (PBOR). However, an editorial in The Print has highlighted the way the Army has had a restrictive policy in which only 83% of women are serving in the Corps of Military Police (CMP). Initially, the Indian Air Force […]
The severe pollution in the capital has compelled former Congress president Sonia Gandhi to move to Jaipur till the situation in New Delhi is under control. She made the decision on the advice of her doctors. It may be recalled that a few years ago, Sonia Gandhi had to stop a road rally in Uttar […]
New Delhi: Five renowned academics, Ram Ramaswamy, Madhava Prasad, Sujata Patel, Deepak Malghan and Mukul Kesavan petitioned the Supreme Court in 2021 to regulate the search of electronic devices by agents of the state, usually the police. In the course of hearings, these petitioners have suggested a set of guidelines to be issued as directions by […]
Human health is severely impacted by air pollution, particularly when it reaches levels as high as is the case in the capital. Studies and health professionals believe that breathing in toxic air can impair brain function and negatively impact mental health, which can be exacerbated by limiting outdoor activity and changing daily routines, a report […]
Two Indian cities, in addition to New Delhi, secured positions among the world’s top 10 most polluted cities on Monday. Post-Diwali celebrations, marked by firecrackers, contributed to a heavy presence of smoke in the air. New Delhi, the capital, claimed the top spot with an air quality index (AQI) of 407, categorizing it as “hazardous,” […]
In recent estimations, it is reported that approximately 3.5 crore Indians currently reside abroad, with 5 million in the United States alone. The United Arab Emirates hosts 3.5 million Indians, while Saudi Arabia has 2.5 million people of Indian origin. The United Kingdom houses fifteen million, Canada seven million, and various other countries like Germany, […]
