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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Why Have Surveys Predicted a BJP Sweep in Karnataka?

The BJP's projected win comes months after the Congress made a comeback in Karnataka in the 2023 Assembly polls. Meenakshy Sasikumar writes. Read here.
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'Dilli Chalo' Protest: 79-year-old Farmer Dies of Heart Attack at Shambhu Border

Gyan Singh, a 79-year-old farmer from Gurdaspur, died of heart attack at the Delhi-Haryana Shambhu Border. Singh, along with other farmers, was part of the 'Dilli Chalo' protests over demand for MSP guarantee law. Himanshi Dahiya reports. Read here.
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Haldwani: 'Police Set Up Detention Centres,' Allege Fact-Finding Team, Cops Deny

"Municipal Commissioner was transferred but he didn't take up his new position until 8 Feb violence," reads report. Read Here.
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Why Must India’s Preamble Continue to be ‘Secular’ and ‘Socialist’?

"In January 2024, the official page of the Government of India, and some other ministers, shared the “original preamble” of the Constitution. It asked citizens to reflect on the last 75 years and determine how ‘New India’ had fared against these principles. Again, the popular perception seems to be that India became ‘Secular’ and ‘Socialist’ only in 1976," writes Sahibnoor Singh Sidhu. Read here.
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Unplug to Unwind: Actionable Tips to Swap Mindless Scrolling for True Relaxation

To help you ditch mindless scrolling and overcome the entice woven into the design and functionality of social media platforms, Aakriti Sanghi brings you five actionable tips recommended by digital wellness experts. Read here.
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Sunday View: The Best Weekend Opinion Reads, Curated Just for You

How about starting your Sunday with some thought-provoking opinion pieces? Here's a list of weekend reads, curated just for you on Sunday View. Read here.
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SY Quraishi Interview: 'Electoral Bonds List May Show Skeletons in the Closets'

'Any party opposing electoral bonds verdict will mean 'chor ki dadhi mein tinka'': Ex Election Commissioner Dr SY Quraishi says it may reveal some skeletons in the closets. Watch full interview on 'Badi Badi Baatein' with Eshwar.
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With Kites, Gears And Toothpaste: Farmers Innovate at Shambhu Border Protest

As farmers from Haryana & Punjab continue to protest at Shambhu border, several reports of tear gas & pellet bullet injuries have come forth. Farmers have come up with some simple, yet effective 'desi' ways on the ground to counter the damage or effect from the tear gas shells. See here.
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'Dangal Actor Suhani Bhatnagar Had Rare Condition', Says Family: What We Know

According to the young actor's family, she had a rare condition called Dermatomyositis, for which she was being treated with steroids. Here's what we know about the medical complications that led to her tragic death. Read here.
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BAFTA 2024 Awards Full Winners List: 'Oppenheimer', 'Poor Things' Dominate

Oppenheimer swept the BAFTAs on Sunday, 18 February, taking home awards for director Christopher Nolan, lead actor Cillian Murphy and Best Film. The film won seven BAFTA awards. Yorgos Lanthimos' Poor Things came a close second with five wins. Read here.
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Inaugurating Temples in the UAE is No Way to ‘Decolonise’ Indian Culture

No other Indian prime minister has focused on temple inaugurations because of the word ‘secular’ in our Constitution. The BJP can embrace temple inaugurations, but the ‘decolonisation’ of India’s culture happened a long time ago, explains Rohit Khanna. Watch here.
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Farmers' Protest: Why Govt’s Offer of 5-year Assured Buyback May Not Be Enough

OPINION | "Farmers in northwest India need to break away from the rice-wheat cycle and diversify their crops," writes Vivian Fernandes. Read Here.
Pics: Varun-Natasha, Bhumi Pednekar Arrive For Rakul-Jackky's Wedding in Goa

Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani are all set to tie the knot on 21 February in Goa. Read Here.
'Tai or Vahini?': Supriya vs Sunetra May Be Pawar's Toughest Battle For Baramati

Calls in Pawar family turf of Baramati are growing louder for Ajit Pawar to field wife Sunetra against Supriya Sule. Read Here.
103 Active Cases, 2 Deaths Due to Monkey Fever in Karnataka: What We Know

As many as 103 active cases and two deaths due to Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD) or monkey fever have been recorded in Karnataka. Read here.
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Remembering 'Anupama', 'Made In Heaven' Actor Rituraj Singh

Here's a tribute to actor Rituraj Singh who was often referred to as the 'one who couldn't become Shah Rukh Khan'. After appearing in several shows like Banegi Apni Baat and Anupama, he left an indelible mark behind. Watch here.
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Medical Report Busts Police Claim of 'No Pellet Guns Used' Against Farmers

Medical report of a farmer injured at the Khanauri Border, accessed by The Quint, contradicts the 'no pellet guns used' claim by the Haryana Police. Read full report by Himanshi for details.
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BREAKING | Senior Supreme Court advocate Fali Sam Nariman, considered to be India's foremost constitutional expert, has passed away at 95. Read more here.
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Lok Sabha 2024: The Crumbling Citadels of the Nehru-Gandhi Dynasty

"Even as they dismiss Rahul, voters in Raebareli seem willing to give Priyanka a chance should she contest from here," writes Sutanu Guru. Read here.
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'Had He Told Me...': Father of Kota Student Whose Body Was Found After 8 Days

Days after he went missing, the body of 16-year-old JEE aspirant Rachit Sondhia was recovered from the Chambal valley. While dealing with Rachit's death, his father opens up with The Quint's Garima Sadhwani about his son. Read here.
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