The Delhi Assembly witnessed a political protest on August 11, 2026, as Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislators staged a symbolic demonstration by setting up a “rice shop” inside the Assembly premises over allegations concerning the distribution of subsidised rice meant for poor and migrant families. The AAP demanded the dismissal of Delhi Food and Civil … Read more
Yash’s much-awaited film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has cleared a major hurdle ahead of its theatrical release. The Geetu Mohandas-directed action drama has received an ‘A’ certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), confirming that the film is intended for adult audiences. The certification has also revealed an unusually long runtime … Read more
For many students, Hemachandran Karah higher education is primarily a journey of examinations, academic competition and career choices. For Dr Hemachandran Karah, an Associate Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), the journey has also been about challenging assumptions surrounding disability, accessibility and who gets to participate fully in academic life. Karah, … Read more
The spiritual journey of Shri Premanand Ji Maharaj is often described through his satsangs, teachings and devotion to Shri Radha Rani. But behind the widely recognised saint of Vrindavan is a journey that began much earlier—with a spiritually inclined childhood, questions about the meaning of worldly life, years of intense spiritual practice and, eventually, a … Read more
From checking railway tickets in Mumbai to leading India at the Olympics, Sushila Chanu has built a career defined by resilience, reinvention and an enduring voice Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam has spent more than a decade at the heart of Indian women’s hockey, and her latest chapter carries a different kind of significance. At 34 and … Read more
Assam Chief Minister honours boxer after historic Commonwealth Games achievement in Glasgow Lovlina Borgohain was felicitated by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Dispur on Thursday for her impressive performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, where she won the silver medal in the women’s 75kg boxing category. As … Read more
The Bluetooth tracker market is becoming increasingly competitive in India, with three products now standing out for different reasons: Google’s new Pixel Tag, Reliance Jio’s JioTag 2, and Apple’s AirTag (2nd generation). While all three are designed to help users locate belongings such as keys, wallets, bags and luggage, their biggest differences come from ecosystem … Read more
The National Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies is a major financial assistance scheme aimed at supporting meritorious students pursuing their first postgraduate degree in India. Administered by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the scheme seeks to reduce the financial burden associated with higher education and encourage students to continue their academic journey after graduation. Under the … Read more
Echo Dot Max builds on Amazon’s established smart-speaker formula with a larger design, an additional speaker and a stronger focus on voice-controlled experiences Amazon Echo Dot Max continues the evolution of smart speakers, which have become increasingly useful for everyday tasks, entertainment and hands-free interaction. While some users quickly moved away from voice-controlled devices, others … Read more
Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has stepped up his criticism of the government, arguing that the voices and concerns of ordinary citizens must receive greater attention in the political process. Speaking at a Congress event described as a “Constructive Congress Conference,” Rahul Gandhi stressed the need for sustained … Read more