Sanjauli mosque row: Why are Hindu groups protesting in Shimla?
The five-storeyed mosque made its way into local and political discourse after a brawl erupted last month involving a group of men said to be its 'occupants'.
‘Politician-real estate nexus’: Why an amended land law has become a flashpoint between BJP and Opposition in Goa
The changed law has evoked strong reactions from stakeholders and Opposition parties who allege that it will impact the state's fragile ecosystem.
Engineer Rashid, man who defeated Omar Abdullah, faces 'double trouble' in J&K polls
Has the entry of Engineer Rashid's AIP in the poll fray in Jammu and Kashmir rattled established players in the Valley?
‘Sabotage by influential leader': How AAP-Congress alliance talks came undone in Haryana
The first list of 20 candidates released by the Aam Aadmi Party for Haryana has 12 seats where the Congress had already fielded candidates.
Jammu and Kashmir Elections: Can Khurshid Ahmad Sheikh repeat brother Engineer Rashid’s magic in Langate?
Khurshid's entry into politics mirrors that of his brother who quit his job as an engineer and contested elections as an Independent.
What is bio-hydrogen and why is it important? MC explains
In an exchange filing on September 2, Gensol revealed that its consortium had been selected as the lowest bidder for an engineering, procurement and construction contract for a plant operated by “India’s leading power generation company".
How Mumbai cops cracked IC 814 Kandahar hijack case: A riveting personal account
Hemant Karkare informed me that Research and Analysis Wing had procured a phone number which was in Mumbai and in constant touch with a phone number in Pakistan, says Sivanandhan
Cracks widen in Congress: Rahul Gandhi’s AAP proposal revives old turf war in Haryana
The Congress leadership's willingness to join hands with its INDIA partner AAP in Haryana for polls has not gone down well with a section of party leaders in the state.
BJP faces major revolt in Haryana: Who are the rebels and why are they sulking?
Ministers, MLAs, and the head of the party’s OBC Morcha are among the leaders who have openly revolted against the party.
Ghost Jobs: Why do they exist and how they impact job-seekers?
Ghost jobs refer to vacancies posted by companies that either don’t exist anymore or are left online long after being filled.
What India's National Blockchain Framework means for digital governance: Explained
India's new National Blockchain Framework aims to secure digital governance with blockchain technology, promising transparency and trust in public services.
Himachal Pradesh mulls cannabis cultivation: How it may help cash-strapped state
According to the panel report, legal cannabis will increase the Himachal government’s annual revenues Rs 400 crore-500 crore in the initial years.
Eyes on UCC, 'one nation, one election' as Centre constitutes 23rd Law Commission
Ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had indicated that 'one nation, one election' and Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented if he returned to power for the third term.
Bulldozer action: What is it, who started it & why SC frowned at the method
The practice has been criticised by some, with activists questioning how the action can be taken even before allegations against a person are proved.
Operation Bhediya | Wolves are coming: How UP's Bahraich turned into a killing field for man-eaters
Bahraich wolf story: A pack of wolves has been frequently visiting the villages, preying on small children, often attacking them as they sleep alongside their mothers in their homes.
All about Bengal’s Aparajita Bill that proposes death sentence for rape convicts
The Bill seeks to punish “persons committing an offence of rape and inflicting injury which causes death or causes the woman to be in a vegetative state” with the death penalty, as per official documents.
'Easy to carry in their mouths': Why wolves are attacking children in UP's Bahraich
Since children under two years old are unable to walk or resist, they are the easiest prey. At night, wolves snatch children sleeping in the open and run away without being noticed, says expert.
‘Film pe hi Emergency lag gayi hai’: Why Kangana Ranaut’s film landed in trouble
There is all the freedom for communists or leftists across the world for such anti-national expressions but as a nationalist no OTT platform allows us to make films that revolve around the integrity and unity of Bharat, says Ranaut.
Lateral entry, UCC and more: Why JD(U) dropped KC Tyagi as party spokesperson
Some of KC Tyagi's remarks were seen as a departure from the JD(U)'s official stand on sensitive issues at a time when it has positioned itself as a trusted ally of the BJP at the Centre.
Andhra floods turn Vijayawada into a lake: What's behind the heaviest rain in decades
Vijayawada flood twice as severe as 2005 disaster: What's behind the unprecedented rain and massive flooding in Andhra capital region?
'Significant escalation': Why Manipur Police have termed Sunday's attack 'unprecedented'
While drone bombs have commonly been used in general warfares, this recent deployment of drones to deploy explosives against security forces and the civilians marks a significant escalation, Manipur police said in a statement.
How Justin Trudeau is 'shattering' Indian students' Canadian dream: What has changed and what hasn't
With the recent slowdown in the processing of new study permits, many are left wondering how will this impact the dreams of young Indians hoping to study in Canadian universities. Let's dive into that.
Explained: Why Himachal Pradesh is reeling under a financial crisis
The chief minister said the austerity initiative will be pivotal in beginning a culture of financial prudence in the state.
‘Giant Killer’: How Engineer Rashid’s entry could impact Jammu and Kashmir elections
With its foray into the Assembly elections, Rashid's party is trying to leverage its Lok Sabha performance to cement its position as a political force to reckon with in the Valley.
