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Devotees dressed as Hindu deities during a religious procession on the occasion of 'Ram Navami' festival at Durgiana Temple, in Amritsar, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (PTI Photo)

Aakar Patel | If India becomes a Hindu Rashtra, will there be any difference at all?

Exploring the historical context and implications of the term "Hindu Rashtra" in light of constitutional and legal frameworks.

23 Apr 2024 2:02 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a public meeting during a public meeting organised as part of BJP campaign for the Lok Sabha elections, in Amroha. (PTI Photo)

Shikha Mukerjee | BJP dominance in political discourse sees adjustments

The BJP adapts its messaging, responding to opposition criticism with new assurances and clarifications.

23 Apr 2024 1:56 AM

From Crisis to Solution: Mobilizing Action Against Plastic Menace and Embracing Circular Economy on Earth Day 2024. (Image by Freepik)

Pradeep S. Mehta and Simi T.B. | Urgent action is required at all levels to tackle plastic pollution

Urgent Call to Action: Addressing the Global Plastic Pollution Crisis on Earth Day 2024

21 Apr 2024 11:44 PM

In this photo provided Tuesday, March 12, 2024, by the Iranian Army, an Iranian military boat patrols as a warship enters the Iranian waters prior to start of a joint naval drill of Iran, Russia and China in the Indian Ocean. Iran has stepped up its military cooperation with Beijing and Moscow in response to regional tensions with the United States, including by supplying military drones to Russia before the European nation invaded Ukraine in 2022. AP/PTI

Abhijit Bhattacharyya | Amid global conflicts, don’t let China’s CPC target India

Global Military Dynamics: Examining Five Active Combat Commands and Economic Warfare Strategies

21 Apr 2024 11:32 PM

Amid societal shifts and evolving structures, family remains a cornerstone of human connection and resilience. (Image by Freepik)

Shreya Sen-Handley | It takes a village to save the planet!

Exploring the enduring importance of family amid societal shifts and individual journeys.

21 Apr 2024 12:21 AM

Polling officials collect EVMs and other election material at a distribution centre ahead of the first phase of voting for Lok Sabha elections, in Moradabad, Thursday, April 18, 2024. (PTI Photo)

Indranil Banerjie | India’s economic future at stake as nation votes

As India's massive electoral exercise unfolds, the country's economic trajectory takes center stage in the battle for leadership.

21 Apr 2024 12:12 AM

Yoga guru Ramdev arrives at the Supreme Court for hearing on the Patanjali misleading advertisements case, in New Delhi, Wednesday, April 10, 2024. (PTI Photo)

Shobhaa De | The garam hawa of Dilli is getting even more garam…

Baba Ramdev's Apology: Too Little, Too Late for His Alleged Frauds

19 Apr 2024 11:59 PM

Controversy Erupts as Universities Allocate Funds for Revising Classic Works Amid Concerns About Sensitivity. (image: Freepik)

Farrukh Dhondy | Are V.S. Naipaul, R.L. Stevenson, Blyton becoming unsafe to read?

Preserving Literature or Perpetuating Censorship? The Debate Over Revisionism in Academic Circles

19 Apr 2024 11:47 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (PTI File Image)

Mohan Guruswamy | Elections 2024: Modi up a steep & slippery slope?

Economic woes, agrarian discontent, and regional dynamics may pose hurdles for BJP's electoral prospects.

19 Apr 2024 1:14 AM

A woman walks past a banner depicting launching missiles bearing the emblem of the Islamic Republic of Iran in central Tehran. (Image: AFP)

Syed Ata Hasnain | As tensions rise, limits to escalation in Middle East

The Middle East conflict is complex, with Iran and Israel adopting strategies to neutralize each other

18 Apr 2024 12:00 AM

Supreme Court of India (File Image: ANI)

Dilip Cherian | Legal triumph for DMRC, sobering moment for babus

Supreme Court overturns Rs 8,000 crore award, citing miscarriage of justice; DMRC absolved from exorbitant payment

18 Apr 2024 12:00 AM

South Korea's ruling People Power Party’s leader Han Dong-hoon speaks during a press conference on the parliamentary election at the party's headquarters in Seoul on April 11, 2024. The leader of South Korea's ruling party resigned on April 11 after the party was trounced by the opposition in parliamentary elections, leaving President Yoon Suk Yeol a lame duck for the remainder of his term. (Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP)

Skand Tayal | Amid tensions in Korea, Opposition win in Parliament polls huge setback to Yoon

Opposition gains ground as President Yoon faces domestic discontent and foreign policy complexities

17 Apr 2024 12:31 AM

Members of the Israeli military show an Iranian ballistic missile which fell in Israel on the weekend, during a media tour at the Julis military base near the southern Israeli city of Kiryat Malachi on April 16, 2024. Iran carried out an unprecedented direct attack on Israel overnight April 13-14, using more than 300 drones, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles, in retaliation for a deadly April 1 air strike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus. Nearly all were intercepted, according to the Israeli army. (Photo by GIL COHEN-MAGEN / AFP)

K.C. Singh | Challenge for India, world after Iran strikes at Israel

Tensions between Israel and Iran reach new heights following recent military actions, raising concerns about wider conflict.

17 Apr 2024 12:07 AM

In guiding India through this second wave, Mr Modi flew by the seat of his pants. (PTI File Image)

Aakar Patel| We can’t forget how govt failed to tackle Covid’s 2021 2nd wave

An examination of the events leading up to and during India's devastating second wave of COVID-19.

16 Apr 2024 12:05 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a public meeting ahead of Lok Sabha elections, at Ambasamudram, in Tirunelveli district, Monday, April 15, 2024. (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar)

Shikha Mukerjee | Poll promises vs delivery amid rise in polarisation

As the 2024 Lok Sabha elections loom, the political landscape is rife with tension and uncertainty.

16 Apr 2024 12:05 AM

Prince Andrew's portrayal in 'Scoop' evokes mixed feelings of pity and outrage. (Image: Twitter)

Kishwar Desai | Scoops spotlights Andrew infamy; meet Varada Sethu, rising TV star

Netflix's 'Scoop' delves into Prince Andrew's controversial ties with Jeffrey Epstein, revealing a dim and self-obsessed character.

15 Apr 2024 12:05 AM

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. (Photo by JIJI_Press / AFP) / Japan OUT

Sanjaya Baru | Has China replaced Japan as the new ‘Yellow Peril’?

Fumio Kishida's leadership marks a shift from Shinzo Abe's assertive Japan amid rising tensions with China.

15 Apr 2024 12:05 AM

Anita Katyal | Madhav says no vacancy at top; Vadra’s curious pitch for Amethi

ntrigue and Speculation Surrounding Potential Congress Candidates and Leadership Dynamics

14 Apr 2024 12:06 AM

A monkey caught in the act, adding a touch of humor to unexpected wildlife encounters in Adyar. (Image: Krishna Shastri Devulapalli)

Krishna Shastri Devulapalli | My low-budget urban wildlife adventures

Monkey Business and Serpentine Surprises: A Humorous Tale from Adyar

14 Apr 2024 12:05 AM

BJP supporters wear masks of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Union Home Minister Amit Shah's public meeting ahead of Lok Sabha polls, in Noida, Saturday, April 13, 2024. (PTI Photo/Arun Sharma)

Pavan K. Varma | Post Ayodhya euphoria, will govt be called to account?

The over-reliance on Prime Minister Modi in the campaign raises questions about the party's leadership dynamics.

14 Apr 2024 12:05 AM

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