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Agni-5 takes off during its test flight (Image: PTI)

AA Edit | Agni-5 gives India edge

The 5,800-km range of the missile means it can reach even the northern tip of China as well as fringes of Europe

12 Mar 2024 10:43 PM

AA Edit | SC Acts Firm with SBI over Electoral Bonds

SC declaring electoral bonds scheme unconstitutional is a major step towards introducing transparency in election funding in India

12 Mar 2024 12:06 AM

India and EFTA sign a trade agreement. (Image: PTI)

AA Edit | A win-win trade deal for India

TEPA makes it mandatory for advanced EFTA economies to invest $100 billion in India in next 15 years

11 Mar 2024 11:54 PM

Indian players pose for photos with the trohpy after winning the fifth Test cricket match over England, in Dharamsala. (Image: PTI)

AA Edit | India sweeps ‘Bazball’ aside

Young guns shine as India outplays England, reclaiming top spot across all formats

11 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

N. Chandrababu Naidu, a three-time CM, was instrumental in stopping the BJP from coming to power in 1996. (File Image: PTI)

AA Edit | Naidu returns to NDA to fight ‘invincible’ Jagan

TDP's strategic move alters state dynamics. Can the new alliance challenge the reigning party's dominance?

11 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

Former Delhi University professor G.N. Saibaba with wife Vasantha Kumari. (Image: PTI)

AA Edit | Saibaba's acquittal is a lesson and a warning

High Court's ruling highlights misuse of UAPA, underscores need for judicial vigilance in protecting democratic rights

09 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

US President Joe Biden delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, DC. (Image: AFP)

AA Edit | Biden takes aim at Trump

President Biden showcases vigor, contrasts with predecessor, faces off Republicans in passionate address

09 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses during the 'Viksit Bharat, Viksit Jammu & Kashmir' programme, in Srinagar, Thursday. (Image: PTI)

AA Edit | ‘Normalising’ of J&K after 370 big achievement by Modi govt

PM Modi's bold move to abrogate Article 370 has transformed Kashmir, fostering progress, prosperity and unity

08 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

A mural designed at Esplanade metro station, in Kolkata. (Image: PTI)

AA Edit | Kolkata Metro shows the way

Indian engineers showcase technical brilliance with record-breaking twin tunnel construction, revolutionizing Kolkata's urban connectivity

08 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

A protester lays a candle next to a banner reading "Embryo" during a demonstration against abortion and euthanasia, called by the association "La Marche pour la vie", in Versailles, southwest of Paris. (File Image: AFP)

AA Edit | France sets landmark on abortion

France sets trend with landmark constitutional inclusion of abortion rights, signaling support for women's autonomy over their bodies

07 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

Calcutta High Court judge Justice Abhijit Gangopadhay addresses the media after tendering resignation from his post, in Kolkata. (iMAGE: PTI)

AA Edit | Cooling-off period needed before judges join politics

Calcutta HC judge's rapid resignation to join politics prompts debate on judiciary's independence and proximity to political parties

07 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

Supreme Court of India. (File Image: ANI)

AA Edit | Verdict on MPS’ bribery puts free speech at risk

While welcomed for curbing corruption, concerns arise over potential impact on free and fearless discussions in legislatures

06 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump. (Image: AFP)

AA Edit | US SC clears decks for Trump

Supreme Court decision paves the way for Trump's candidacy, but legal battles over election interference loom

06 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

The Congress claims it is in pole position in the alliance but is yet to demonstrate the organisational capability to plan and execute such a major initiative. (PTI File)

AA Edit | Opposition INDIA bloc yet to get its act together

It’s time INDIA bloc overcame the teething troubles and got its act together for the all-important show

05 Mar 2024 12:15 AM

AA Edit | Shehbaz faces tough challenge

Shehbaz may have many more pressing priorities than Kashmir for a country that is on the edge of an economic precipice

05 Mar 2024 12:04 AM

Labourers make flags of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. (Image: PTI)

AA Edit | BJP’s first list heralds youth power, change

BJP showcases confidence and change, dropping controversial MPs and embracing youth and experience nationwide

04 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

Israel's top ally the United States said it began air-dropping aid into war-ravaged Gaza, as the Hamas-ruled territory's health ministry reported more than a dozen child malnutrition deaths. (Photo : AFP)

AA Edit | Hopes rise for truce in Gaza

Russian President Vladimir Putin threatens nuclear war if any NATO country deploys troops on Ukrainian soil

04 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

This growth metric is also backed by GST collections in the period between April and December which rose by 12 per cent over the same period year ago.

AA Edit | Growth good, ensure equity

Amidst global economic challenges, India's remarkable growth in Q3 2023, exceeding forecasts

02 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan, accused of sexual violence and land grabbing. (PTI)

AA Edit | Sandeshkhali residents have reason to cheer

The dramatic arrest of the former Trinamul Congress leader highlights the challenges of tackling criminal elements

02 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania addresses a press conference regarding the disqualification of six Congress MLAs for defying their party whip on voting, during the Budget session, in Shimla, Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024. (PTI Photo)

AA Edit | Congress needs to heed signals from the ground

The recent upheaval exposes the party's disconnect with ground reality, highlighting the need for internal reforms and a responsive approach

01 Mar 2024 2:42 AM

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