The Modi-led NDA government, in a surprising show of tolerance (or amusement), has allowed a parliamentary debate on the Indian Constitution—an opposition-demanded spectacle spearheaded by none other than the Congress. The twist? Maximum speaking time has been granted to Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra, grandchildren of the infamous “Emergency” architect, Indira Gandhi. Oh, the irony….
India’s democracy is a celebration of the people’s voice, yet this voice often gets drowned in the constant cacophony of elections. The idea of ‘One Nation, One Election’ (ONOE) offers a breath of fresh air. Instead of the Election Commission being stretched thin with multiple polls every year, ONOE provides a unified electoral process that…
Sheer perseverance!!! That’s what 18-year-old Dommaraju Gukesh exhibited to the hilt to ascend the world chess championship throne, becoming the youngest ever to achieve this amazing distinction. This has triggered a cascade of accolades and epitaphs on this Indian youngster. Gukesh who was born in Andhra Pradesh. Gukesh won Thursday’s game with the black pieces…
Despite various educational reforms and policies, India’s school education system is facing multidimensional challenges. India’s school education system has undergone significant changes, which are facing challenges due to the long pedagogical path and the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Despite several reforms, there remains a critical need for radical change to address these…
New Delhi: The Rajya Sabha was on Friday adjourned till December 16 following ruckus between the treasury and the opposition benches over a no-trust motion against Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. Vice-president Dhankhar is the Rajya Sabha’s ex-officio chairman. Opposition parties, led by the Congress, have submitted a notice to move a motion to remove Dhankhar, accusing…
New Delhi: Senior BJP Leader Rajnath Singh on Friday said the contribution of several leaders in the making of the Constitution was deliberately ignored and hit out at the Congress, asserting that a particular party always tried to “hijack and appropriate” the framing of the Constitution. The defence minister initiated the debate in the Lok…
Hyderabad: Telugu film star Allu Arjun was arrested today in connection with a tragic stampede that occurred during the premiere of his highly anticipated film, Pushpa 2, on December 4. The incident resulted in the death of a 39-year-old woman and left her son in critical condition. Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tributes to those killed in the terrorist attack on Parliament in 2001, and said the country remains eternally grateful for their courage and dedication. Modi paid tributes to them at a commemoration event held in Parliament complex. Eight security personnel had made the supreme sacrifice in…
Lucknow: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Friday launch key development projects worth Rs 5,500 crore that aim to improve amenities for the 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj and bolster the city’s infrastructure. According to an official statement, the prime minister will arrive in Prayagraj around 12:15 pm. His visit will begin with a ceremonial…
WASHINGTON: US President-elect Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration on January 20, according to his spokesperson. “This is an example of President Trump creating an open dialogue with leaders of countries that are not just our allies but our adversaries and our competitors too,” the incoming White House Press…
