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Lokmat Having To Apologise For A Cartoon On ISIS Shows The Sorry State Of Press Freedom In India

December 1, 2015

Originally Published at Newslaundry| Written By Arunabh Saikia The author can be contacted at [email protected] and on Twitter @Psychia90 On Sunday, November 29, the Marathi daily

Blindfolded Kashmiri Pandit Hugs It Out To Promote Brotherhood In Valley

November 30, 2015

Source: hindustantimes | Image Courtesy: Waseem Andrabi/HT Photo There is always perseverance to doing something good and always a hope for something good to happen

‘Science Is My Religion,’ Says Monk Who Won 65 Lakh Infosys Prize For Mathematical Sciences

November 30, 2015

News Source: NDTV, Mahan Mj | Image Source: iitk.ac.in Meet Mahan Mj also known as Mahan Maharaj and Swami Vidyanathananda: a monk, an outstanding Mathematician

Meet Noor Jahan, The Lady Whom PM Modi Applauded On Mann Ki Baat!

November 29, 2015

Source: Zee News|Image Courtesy: twing Today on Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Noor Jahan for doing an incredible amount of work in

Don’t Get Cheated! Make Sure You Crosscheck The Product Dates

November 29, 2015

So far we came across many incidents where the consumers were cheated, and it has somehow removed the blinkers from our eyes. Sometimes it is

Journey Of A Rag Picker To A 1 Crore Turnover Company

November 27, 2015

Source: Times of India | Image Courtesy: blogs.ft.com Picture a paper picker the streets of Ahmedabad, earning at most a measly amount of ₹ 5

Celebrating Dr. Verghese Kurien’s Birthday With #TweetToFarmer

November 25, 2015

Image Source: indianexpress Dr Verghese Kurien, the “Father of the White Revolution”, was born on 26 November 1921. After completing his studies in India and

[Video] Tolerance | A Reply From Soldiers of India

November 24, 2015

Reply from Soldiers of India to the Intolerant people. Learn Tolerance from them who don’t celebrate Diwali so that we do it Peacefully. Digesting the

Meet Postcard Man: Man With One-Line Address In Our Country

November 23, 2015

Source: Times of India | Image Courtesy: Pradeep Lokhande Handwritten letters are extremely personal, and they can never be compared to a message sent through

This Indian Entrepreneur Bought The East India Company To Run A Luxury Food Store

November 22, 2015

Source: BCC | Image Courtesy: thesundaytimes The East India Company in the 1700s conjures pictures of British colonisation. What originally started as trade and business

Once Again RJ Naved Teaches Us A Very Important Lesson

November 22, 2015

Image Courtesy: dmcdn The Logical Indians applauds such an effort taken by RJ Naved, who undoubtedly is making the best of his Radio. Let’s spread

This Young Farmer From Bihar Is Growing World Record Amounts Of Rice

November 22, 2015

Source & Image: theguardian Sumant Kumar, a young farmer from Darveshpura, Bihar has turned the agriculture world upside down with 22.4 tonnes of rice grown

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Maharashtra Removes Over 92 Lakh Ladki Bahin Beneficiaries After Verification, 1.5 Crore Women Remain Eligible

The Maharashtra government says the Ladki Bahin e-KYC drive aims to remove ineligible beneficiaries.

Sex Education May Soon Become Mandatory in Indian Schools and Colleges: Centre Tells Supreme Court

The Centre has informed the Supreme Court that it plans to introduce age-appropriate Comprehensive Sex Education focusing on consent, healthy relationships, personal safety and well-being in schools.

Why India Became Anthropic’s Biggest AI Bet As Claude Gets Local Pricing?

Anthropic launches India-specific Claude pricing as AI competition intensifies.

Think AI Is Just Costing You Money? Satya Nadella Says You’re Giving Away Something Bigger

Satya Nadella says businesses pay twice for AI, highlighting why organisational knowledge is becoming a critical strategic business asset.

‘Completely false’, ‘fake news’: Piyush Goyal, Sergio Gor Reject Report Claiming India Turned Down Quick US Trade Deal

Both governments insist negotiations remain active despite reports claiming India rejected a quick interim trade agreement.

LPG Price Rise Pushes Commercial Cylinder Cost to Rs 3,100; Pune Gas Urges India’s First Efficiency Policy

A sharp rise in commercial LPG prices has prompted Pune Gas to seek India's first LPG Efficiency Policy Framework.

Explained: Why The Supreme Court Put Tamil Nadu’s Blanket Cow And Calf Slaughter Order On Hold

The apex court has put the Madras High Court's blanket order on hold, allowing Tamil Nadu's existing cattle preservation law to remain in force until the case is finally decided.

Iran Suspends US Ceasefire MoU, Rejects Second Round of Islamabad Peace Talks

Tehran blames Washington for ceasefire violations, raising fresh concerns over diplomacy, shipping and regional stability.

‘J&K Is Part of India’: Indian Diplomat Flags Incorrect Map at Bangladesh Seminar

Indian diplomat objected to an incorrect Jammu and Kashmir map during a Bangladesh SAARC seminar publicly.

No IPO Needed? GIFT City’s New Listing Route Could Change How Indian Companies Access Investors

IFSCA’s GIFT City proposal may allow direct equity listings without IPOs, creating a new pathway for companies and global investors.

Rupee Slides To 95.95 Against US Dollar As Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions

Rising crude prices, geopolitical tensions and a stronger dollar overshadow RBI support for India's currency stability.

Andhra Pradesh Reports Fresh COVID-19 Cases; Odisha Districts on Alert as Surveillance Intensifies

Odisha expands testing and surveillance after neighbouring Andhra Pradesh reports fresh COVID-19 cases and fatalities.

Why Asian Paints Just Announced Its Biggest Price Hike As West Asia Conflict Drives Costs

Asian Paints raises prices by 12% as West Asia conflict increases raw material costs, highlighting global events' impact on Indian consumers.

As Americans Cut Back On Snacks, India Is Emerging As PepsiCo’s Bright Spot

PepsiCo's latest earnings reveal how India's growing consumer market is offsetting weaker demand from inflation-hit American shoppers.

Madras HC Says No One Has the Right to Pollute Waterbodies, Not Even in the Name of Religion

Court seeks sustainable alternatives balancing religious practices, environmental protection and public health before final ruling nationwide.

Will E20 Damage Your Car? Government Addresses Safety, Prices And India’s Ethanol Push

India explains the science, economics and infrastructure behind E20 petrol as questions continue over vehicle safety, prices and fuel choices.

SEBI Tightens Ethics Rules To Rebuild Trust In India’s Market Regulator

SEBI's tougher employee conduct rules aim to strengthen transparency, curb conflicts of interest and reinforce investor confidence in market regulation.

TCS Lands Major ABB AI Deal As Global Companies Rethink Their Digital Infrastructure Strategy

Indian IT giant TCS' latest ABB partnership highlights how AI is transforming enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity and long-term digital business operations.

Rajasthan Seizes Over 5 Lakh Energy Drink Cans Over Misleading Claims Amid FSSAI Crackdown

FSSAI scrutiny of energy claims triggers statewide seizures, targeting misleading labels and consumer-facing promises.

Meta Pulls AI Feature Using Public Instagram Photos After Three-Day Privacy Backlash

Meta withdrew the AI feature after consent concerns over using public Instagram photos without permission.

Patna Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Khan Sir, Two Bodyguards in Coaching Dispute Case

A Patna court has protected Khan Sir and his two bodyguards from arrest while directing them to cooperate with the ongoing investigation into a coaching institute dispute.

‘Scam Altman’: Elon Musk Revives Jibe After Apple Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Trade Secret Theft

Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI revives the Musk-Altman feud, highlighting growing tensions over AI innovation, talent and intellectual property.

What’s Happening in the Strait of Hormuz? US and Iran Trade Rival Claims After Fresh Attacks

The US and Iran have exchanged fresh military strikes and conflicting claims over the Strait of Hormuz, fuelling fears of wider regional conflict and disruptions to global energy supplies.

More Countries Want Children Off Social Media: Is India Heading The Same Way?

Countries are tightening children's social media rules as Australia leads global reforms and India weighs stronger online safety safeguards.

How Anant Ambani’s Vantara Initiative Could Revolutionize Animal Safety & Rescue In India

Vantara, translating to 'Star Of The Forest,' is located within Reliance's Jamnagar Refinery Complex, also known as the Green Belt Of Gujarat. The Vantara ecosystem encompasses a 3,000-acre Elephant Centre, which serves as the residence for over 200 rescued elephants.