In a powerful statement that reignited the ongoing debate on linguistic identity in Northeast India, Tipra Motha chief and royal scion Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma strongly criticized the repeated labeling of the Bengali language as “Bangladeshi.” He called such references “deeply problematic, divisive, and rooted in ignorance,” while urging all political stakeholders and citizens to…
An unsettling incident aboard an IndiGo flight has stirred national attention after a passenger alleged that he was physically assaulted by a crew member mid-air following a panic episode. The incident reportedly took place on an IndiGo flight from Delhi to Mumbai earlier this week. The passenger, identified as 24-year-old Mohammad Arif from Uttar Pradesh,…
In a shocking incident highlighting the worsening law and order situation in the national capital, Congress MP Sudha Ramakrishnan was reportedly the victim of a chain-snatching incident while on her routine morning walk in South Delhi on Monday. The incident has sent ripples through the political corridors of the capital and reignited public discourse around…
In a moment of profound grief for Jharkhand and the larger tribal community of India, veteran leader and former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren passed away, leaving behind a void in the nation’s political and socio-cultural landscape. Known fondly as ‘Guruji’, Soren was more than just a politician—he was a beacon of hope for tribal…
In a major move set to shake the real estate landscape, the Gurugram administration has proposed significant hikes in circle rates—government-mandated minimum property valuation rates used for stamp duty and registration. These proposed increases, effective from August 1, are expected to drive up property prices and registration costs substantially across residential, commercial, and agricultural zones…
In a move that has stirred widespread discussions within the fintech and digital payments industry, ICICI Bank has announced a significant change in its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) operations. Starting August 1, the bank will begin levying transaction charges on payment aggregators for UPI-based merchant transactions, marking a shift in the cost structure of India’s…
In a major push toward transforming Visakhapatnam into a global urban destination, the Andhra Pradesh government has approved a land pooling initiative covering 1,941 acres across key regions of the city. The move is aimed at accelerating the long-term vision of developing Visakhapatnam as the ‘Bay City’ — a modern, port-centric urban and economic powerhouse…
In a significant move that blends diplomacy with hardline trade policy, former U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 19% tariff on Pakistani exports shortly after finalizing a strategic energy deal involving the exploration of Pakistan’s so-called “massive oil reserves.” This decision, part of Trump’s wider “America First” economic resurgence narrative, has sent shockwaves through…
In a landmark move aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and reducing glass waste, the Kerala government has announced that all liquor bottles sold across the state will carry a ₹20 refundable deposit starting September 1, 2025. This new policy is a part of a broader strategy by the state’s Excise Department and Beverage Corporation (BEVCO)…
The Kerala government’s new proposal to introduce a “monsoon vacation” in school calendars has sparked widespread debate among educators, parents, and child health experts across the state. Announced as part of an initiative to address rising health concerns and frequent academic disruptions during heavy rains, the plan is being examined both for its practicality and…
