INDIA
Cyclone Michaung: Incessant Chennai rains evoke memories of 2015 deluge
Chennai saw unprecedented flooding as a result of heavy rainfall in the first week of December 2015. It was reportedly triggered by reservoir mismanagement.
ASSEMBLY-ELECTIONS
Assembly elections 2023: Many sops, less tickets for women across five states
According to reports, women constitute less than 12% of the candidates fielded by both parties across Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Mizoram. This falls significantly short of the promised target of reserving 33% of seats, as outlined in the Women Reservation Bill.
ASSEMBLY-ELECTIONS
Madhya Pradesh election results 2023: Modi's influence casts shadow on Congress' prospects
Madhya Pradesh election results: Most exit polls predicted BJP may win in the major state in the Hindi-speaking belt Both the parties rolled out high-octane campaigns featuring their top leaders and made a slew of promises to woo voters across the state.
ASSEMBLY-ELECTIONS
Rajasthan assembly elections 2023: Parties bet big on women safety, yet go slow in fielding them
The BJP blamed the Gehlot government for the rise in atrocities against women in the state, while the Congress highlighted its women-centric schemes. Nevertheless, despite women being the talking point for the polls, the BJP fielded only 20 women candidates, while the Congress registered 28.
ASSEMBLY-ELECTIONS
Assembly polls 2023: PM makes big push in Hindi heartland with new scheme for vulnerable tribal groups
In his election rallies across poll-bound states, PM Modi has been seen reaching out to the tribal population several times. The mission pegged at Rs 24,000 crore will provide amenities, road and telecom connectivity and other facilities to the mariginalised tribes.
ASSEMBLY-ELECTIONS
Chhattisgarh polls: Congress should reveal how much money CM got in Mahadev app case, says Modi
PM assures that If BJP comes to power, Chhattisgarh will develop rapidly. He also said action will be taken against the corrupt in Chhattisgarh after BJP comes to power in the state.
INDIA
Same-sex marriage case: Review petition filed against Supreme Court verdict
On October 17, the Supreme Court refused to grant legal recognition to same-sex marriages, saying it was up to Parliament to make laws to enable it.
POLITICS
Electoral bonds case: What is the scheme and why is there a controversy?
Critics have argued that electoral bonds take away the transparency from the electoral process.
TRENDS
Raat Ke Afasane: Empowering Delhi women to explore heritage sites safely
Upon launching 'Raat Ke Afasane' late-night walks, EIH achieved significant success. Women frequently inquired about parking, lighting, safety, and group size, reflecting their instinctive safety concerns in Delhi.
TECHNOLOGY
This Punjab farmer earned Rs 16 lakh last year by trying to curb stubble burning
Kuthala, who sold 12,000 quintals of paddy straw bales last year, hopes to earn Rs 1 crore this year by selling 28,000 quintals of straw
POLITICS
Mumbai gears up for Sena versus Sena show of strength at Dussehra rallies
Ahead of the the Lok Sabha polls, the two factions are anticipated to take aim at each other in their respective rallies. These factions have been in conflict as they vie for the title of the 'true inheritor' of the legacy of the late party supremo, Bal Thackeray.
POLITICS
Chhattisgarh Elections 2023: Congress relies on old guard to deliver the goods
The party has now announced the names of 90 candidates for the polls, which will be held in two phases, on November 7 and 17. Congress aims to retain the government riding on its welfare plank.
TRENDS
Sikkim crisis underscores urgent need for climate mitigation efforts, says expert
Sikkim flash floods: The melting Himalayan glaciers will impact a vast region, affecting countries like India, China, Nepal, Bhutan, and Pakistan. They will also heighten the risk of natural disasters like floods and landslides and could lead to a huge water and energy crisis.
INDIA
Ahead of upcoming polls, freebie season returns to India
From free televisions to public transport, most parties go all out to woo voters
BUSINESS
Import duty cut on wheat can help check impact of monsoon deficit: Siraj Hussain
Siraj Hussain says preliminary assessment of the impact of this monsoon shows that paddy, pulses, oilseeds and sugar cane crops may have been adversely impacted in some regions
INDIA
Esports looking for acceptance as one of the top three sports in India, says NODWIN Gaming MD
As an official medal sport, the Asian Games offer the legitimacy that comes with an official event, pointed out Akshat Rathee.
BUSINESS
Your bike won't move an inch unless you wear this helmet
Patna-based startup Takeward Innovation brings in a range of smart helmets to prevent accidents and theft of bikes
TRENDS
Midweek Moves: Wednesday workout with groovy music is the new norm
Spotify data reveals that the most number of music streams associated with working out take place on Wednesdays and Fridays between 7 to 8 am and 6 to 8 pm.
BUSINESS
Not in the interest of Canada to allow a culture of violence to take hold: Former Indian ambassador to US Meera Shankar
Shankar says Canada has been tone deaf to valid Indian concerns regarding Khalistani terrorism perpetrated from its territory
BUSINESS
Onion: A look back in the history of India's political hot potato
The recent strike by onion traders in Nashik against the government's export duty hike is just another instance of the key vegetable grabbing headlines
BUSINESS
Parliament Session: Lok Sabha to discuss Women's Bill tomorrow, 27 years on
Modi described the bill, which seeks to provide one-third reservation to women in the Lower House of Parliament, state assemblies and the Delhi legislative assembly, as an 'agni pareeksha' for MPs
BUSINESS
In a push to Stalin's social justice commitment, Tamil Nadu launches monthly scheme for women
Ahead of 2024 polls, the scheme, which is open to all women heads of households, is seen as a major push by Stalin to reinstate his brand of politics
BUSINESS
Eyes on assembly polls, Modi visits Chhattisgarh and MP to boost BJP prospects
The poll dates have not been announced but Modi is likely to be the face of the campaign in both the states
BUSINESS
Special session of Parliament: The concept and history
This five-day session, scheduled to run between September 18-22, will have no Question Hour or Zero Hour and won't allow any private member bills
