Columnist M S Shanker, Orange News 9

Who Is to Blame for the Stampede at Tirupati?

The unfortunate stampede incident that occurred around 8 PM on Wednesday night during the distribution of darshan tokens at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) centres—Vishnu Nivasam, Srinivasam, and Padmavati Park—has left many questioning the causes. While overzealous devotees surged forward to secure tokens, the responsibility also partially lies with the local police and TTD officials, who…

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Yogi, RSS, Sambhal, and Waqf

Our Political Desk In a candid and impactful interview, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath made his intentions clear regarding reclaiming lands under the Waqf Board. This conversation occurred ahead of the Mahakumbh during a discussion with Republic Media Network’s Editor-in-Chief, Arnab Goswami. Despite Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s advice against turning every…

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Jaishankar stresses on importance of diaspora as India strives to build ‘global workforce’

Bhubaneshwar:  External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday stressed on the importance of the diaspora as India strives to build a “global workforce”. Addressing the Indian diaspora at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention here, Jaishankar said that in times of difficulty abroad, they can be confident that the Narendra Modi government “has got your back”….

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Mindful Memoirs

Athletes Are Made Painstakingly – Not Born                                                           – Edwin Moses Few athletes have achieved the level of dominance in sports as Edwin Moses. Between 1977 and 1987, Moses amassed an extraordinary record: 107 consecutive victories in finals, 122 wins in official competitions, and 14 world records. His unbeaten streak spanned an astonishing nine years,…

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How right is it to create controversy over the national anthem?

Playing the national anthem at important government events reinforces a sense of collective identity, unity, and patriotism among citizens. It is a symbolic reminder of shared national values and aspirations beyond regional, linguistic, and cultural differences. Under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, deliberate insult or contempt of the national anthem is…

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Yet Another Feather in DRDO’s Cap

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved another significant milestone by successfully designing, developing, and testing the Kaveri engine. Developed by the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), this achievement marks a major step toward India’s self-reliance in defense technology and represents a breakthrough in the country’s aero-engine program. Designed to power the Ghatak,…

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