PM Modi jibe at RJD βlaltenβ: As tech changes lives, where various partiesβ symbols stand π
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PM Modi jibe at RJD βlaltenβ: As tech changes lives, where various partiesβ symbols stand
The PM implied that the very symbol of the RJD was not in sync with contemporary technology, while his government was behind the push that provided smartphones to people in the remotest villages.
Why are long throw-ins giving football defenders and lawmakers a headache? π
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Why are long throw-ins giving football defenders and lawmakers a headache?
Most elite defenders are endowed with aerial prowess; so why is a long throw, that's slower and loopier than a corner kick, dangerous?
Daroga Prasad Rai: First Bihar CM of Indira faction, who came to power amid churn in state π
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Daroga Prasad Rai: First Bihar CM of Indira faction, who came to power amid churn in state
Daroga Prasad Rai's family is still active in politics. One of his sons, Chandrika Rai, moved from the RJD to JD(U). Chandrika's daughter Aishwarya was married to Lalu Prasad's son, Tej Pratap Yadav.
China This Week | Why China seems to have the upper hand after the Trump-Xi meeting π
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China This Week | Why China seems to have the upper hand after the Trump-Xi meeting
Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This week, we look at the highly anticipated Donald Trump-Xi Jinping meeting in South Korea, and what it says about the state of the US-China relationship.
Why Mohanlal faces legal trouble despite holding govt certificate for elephant tusk possession π
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Why Mohanlal faces legal trouble despite holding govt certificate for elephant tusk possession
Under what conditions are you allowed to own ivory items? Since Mohanlal has state-issued certificates for the tusks, why is he still in legal trouble? We explain.
Trump threatens to go βguns-a-blazingβ into Nigeria: What is happening in the country, what US has done π
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Trump threatens to go βguns-a-blazingβ into Nigeria: What is happening in the country, what US has done
What is the decades-old conflict in Nigeria about, and why is Trump suddenly talking about going there to 'wipe out Islamic terrorists'? We explain.
Why India might be staring at a urea scarcity π
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Why India might be staring at a urea scarcity
Consumption of the highly subsidised price-controlled fertiliser is growing much faster than domestic production, calling for deft demand-supply management.
How GST 2.0, festive season led to record car sales in October π
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How GST 2.0, festive season led to record car sales in October
Nearly every automaker in the country saw a significant jump in sales, compared to the mixed bag in September 2025, when the full effects of the GST revision, compounded by the festive season, were not realised
Wettest November in six years in Mumbai: What led to the unseasonal showers π
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Wettest November in six years in Mumbai: What led to the unseasonal showers
The wet start to the month is indicative of more showers on the cards for the region. While no warnings have been sounded, the IMD β in its forecast bulletin β has indicated that light to moderate showers will continue in Mumbai as well as Thane, Palgharβ¦
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President Murmu presented with a Ramman mask: What is the festival, and how did it originate? π
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πNovember 03, 2025 at 07:09PM
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President Murmu presented with a Ramman mask: What is the festival, and how did it originate?
Ramman is a festival celebrated annually in late April during Baisakhi at the twin villages of Saloor-Dungra in Uttarakhandβs Chamoli. It is dedicated to the tutelary god, Bhumiyal Devta, a local divinity whose temple houses most of the festivities
Karpoori Thakur, Biharβs 11th Chief Minister: Two short tenures, long-lasting legacy π
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Karpoori Thakur, Biharβs 11th Chief Minister: Two short tenures, long-lasting legacy
Karpoori thakur biography, Bihar 11th chief minister: Karpoori Thakur came to the CM's chair twice, never completing a full term. But amid instability and coalition push-and-pull, he managed to plant the seeds of transformative affirmative action for backwardβ¦
Bihar Chief Ministers | Kedar Pandey, who led return of Congress majority, but not stability π
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Bihar Chief Ministers | Kedar Pandey, who led return of Congress majority, but not stability
Pandey became the CM of Bihar after an era of great instability, when the Congress secured a mandate that showed the people were tired of constant power-grabbing attempts. However, his fate came to resemble that of his predecessors.
Why SCβs clarification on AGR dues is a big lifeline for Vodafone Idea π
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Why SCβs clarification on AGR dues is a big lifeline for Vodafone Idea
Vi is among the three privately-owned telecom operators in the country, with the government seemingly intent on keeping Indiaβs telecom ecosystem a three-horse race. However, Viβs precarious financial situation raises concerns about its longevity in the market
Despite decline in road accidents in states like Gujarat, Haryana, how others, like UP, drove up overall numbers π
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Despite decline in road accidents in states like Gujarat, Haryana, how others, like UP, drove up overall numbers
Data from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways show that barring some improvements, the overall annual numbers for 2024 show rising road accidents and fatalities in India.
Why US top courtβs curb on Trumpβs tariff powers could deliver $500 mn refund, & possibly a fairer trade deal for India π
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πNovember 04, 2025 at 02:52PM
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Why a curb on Trumpβs tariff powers by US top court could deliver $500 mn refund, & possibly a fairer trade deal for India
The outcome of the case could have significant consequences for multiple ad hoc trade deals inked by the US since early this year, as well as for India, which is currently the hardest-hit country due to 50 per cent US tariffs
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What Mileiβs midterm victory means for Argentinaβs economic recovery π
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What Mileiβs midterm victory means for Argentinaβs economic recovery
The Argentina midterm was in many ways a referendum on his policy that saw him generously slash public spending in a bid to revive the laggard South American economy. Here is everything to know.
What Democrats can learn from the Mamdani & Spanberger campaigns π
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πNovember 04, 2025 at 03:09PM
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What Democrats can learn from the Mamdani & Spanberger campaigns
Progressive Zohran Mamdani and centrist Abigail Spanberger are being portrayed as embodying dichotomous visions of the future of the Democratic Party. Such a framing is reductive, and misses crucial similarities in their campaigns
How much are Uttar Pradesh districts spending, how were the numbers arrived at π
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From national to district: Why, and how, Uttar Pradesh is capturing local spending data
Government surveys tell us how much Indians and residents of different states spend. Now, a novel study has produced data on district-level consumption expenditure data for Uttar Pradesh. This can inform policy decisions.
Bihar Assembly elections: How elections are scheduled, their duration decided π
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Bihar Assembly elections: How elections are scheduled, their duration decided
The EC takes the decision to schedule the elections - when and in how many phases - after taking into account several factors, including the logistics, the weather and other elections that may be due
With upcoming film βHaqβ, recalling the landmark Shah Bano case and what it held on Muslim womenβs rights π
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With upcoming film βHaqβ, recalling the landmark Shah Bano case and what it held on Muslim womenβs rights
Shah Bano case 1985, Yami Gautam Haq film: In addition to its legal significance, the Shah Bano case also impacted the dispute regarding the Babri Masjid, and national politics. Here's what it was all about.
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