2024 Paris Olympics: India's Top 10 Strongest Medal Contenders
As the 2024 Paris Olympics draw near, the Indian contingent prepares to surpass its historic 7-medal haul from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. With athletes primed to demonstrate their skills and vie for podium positions, let's take a look at India's top 10 medal contenders. Read here.
As the 2024 Paris Olympics draw near, the Indian contingent prepares to surpass its historic 7-medal haul from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. With athletes primed to demonstrate their skills and vie for podium positions, let's take a look at India's top 10 medal contenders. Read here.
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Explained: Is Cartoon Network Permanently Closing Down? Channel Issues Statement
The hashtag ‘RIP Cartoon Network’ has been trending all over social media amid reports of the channel being permanently shut down. Is Cartoon Network really closing? What are the challenges faced by the animation industry? And what does the channel have to say about it? Aditi Survyavanshi explains. Read here.
The hashtag ‘RIP Cartoon Network’ has been trending all over social media amid reports of the channel being permanently shut down. Is Cartoon Network really closing? What are the challenges faced by the animation industry? And what does the channel have to say about it? Aditi Survyavanshi explains. Read here.
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‘Sarfira’ Review: Akshay Kumar Truly Gets To Explore His Range After a Long Time
Movie Review | "It's the film’s strong story and adequate pacing that keeps it engaging. The film might be the story of one man's fight for his dream but, at its heart, it's a story about India’s class divide." Pratikshya Mishra reviews ‘Sarfira’. Read here.
Movie Review | "It's the film’s strong story and adequate pacing that keeps it engaging. The film might be the story of one man's fight for his dream but, at its heart, it's a story about India’s class divide." Pratikshya Mishra reviews ‘Sarfira’. Read here.
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Kathua Attack | In J&K, 7 Security Personnel Have Died in the Last 4 Days Alone
Opinion | "It is clear that much of the high-impact militant activity this year has been centred around Jammu. Interestingly, the latest wave of violence is coming as the union territory is in the midst of poll preparations." Shakir Mir analyses recent militant attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. Read here.
Opinion | "It is clear that much of the high-impact militant activity this year has been centred around Jammu. Interestingly, the latest wave of violence is coming as the union territory is in the midst of poll preparations." Shakir Mir analyses recent militant attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. Read here.
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'Will Speak on Hate Crime in Parliament': SP MP Iqra Choudhary
Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Choudhary has been called the youngest Muslim woman MP almost everywhere in the media, so how does she feel about it? What is more important for her, representation or ideology? In an interview with Aliza Noor, she talks about how it is different for her constituency and how she chooses to be a leader for all communities. Watch here.
Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Choudhary has been called the youngest Muslim woman MP almost everywhere in the media, so how does she feel about it? What is more important for her, representation or ideology? In an interview with Aliza Noor, she talks about how it is different for her constituency and how she chooses to be a leader for all communities. Watch here.
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'No Mass Malpractice in NEET UG': IIT Report Cited by Centre in Supreme Court
As per a report by IIT Madras, submitted by the government in the Supreme Court, the number of candidates who scored marks between 700-720 in NEET (UG) went up from 99 in 2022 to 2,321 in 2024. This report was used by the centre to deny any mass malpractices in the exam. Himanshi Dahiya writes on its findings. Read here.
As per a report by IIT Madras, submitted by the government in the Supreme Court, the number of candidates who scored marks between 700-720 in NEET (UG) went up from 99 in 2022 to 2,321 in 2024. This report was used by the centre to deny any mass malpractices in the exam. Himanshi Dahiya writes on its findings. Read here.
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Bihar Medical Grads' Career at Risk: ESIC Patna Delays Spark NEET-PG Concerns
My Report | "The delay in the internship on the part of the medical college is not only affecting us mentally but could also result in a significant loss of a year, potentially making us ineligible for NEET-PG 2025 if it is further delayed," says a Foreign Medical Graduate. Read here.
My Report | "The delay in the internship on the part of the medical college is not only affecting us mentally but could also result in a significant loss of a year, potentially making us ineligible for NEET-PG 2025 if it is further delayed," says a Foreign Medical Graduate. Read here.
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'Kakuda' Review: Are Laughs Enough to Sustain a Horror Comedy?
Movie Review | "There is so much to like about ‘Kakuda’ but it’s a pity that those things get left behind in the 'promise' more than the 'execution'. Despite the laughs and the acting, there is just not enough horror or mystery to have an impact," writes Pratikshya Mishra. Read here.
Movie Review | "There is so much to like about ‘Kakuda’ but it’s a pity that those things get left behind in the 'promise' more than the 'execution'. Despite the laughs and the acting, there is just not enough horror or mystery to have an impact," writes Pratikshya Mishra. Read here.
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For Maharashtra's Women, Ladki Bahin Yojana a Hit But Process is the Punishment
'Losing daily wages but I won't stop coming till I get registered': Maharashtra govt's Ladki Bahin Scheme, giving Rs 1,500 to women, is a hit. But the registration is marred by confusion, documentation & administrative challenges. Eshwar reports. Read here.
'Losing daily wages but I won't stop coming till I get registered': Maharashtra govt's Ladki Bahin Scheme, giving Rs 1,500 to women, is a hit. But the registration is marred by confusion, documentation & administrative challenges. Eshwar reports. Read here.
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How BJP Outspent Congress Twice Over in Terms of Google Ads in 2024 Polls
The BJP spent Rs 116 crore on Google ads, over twice that of the Congress at Rs 45 crore during the Lok Sabha elections, Aadil Raza Khan writes. Read here.
The BJP spent Rs 116 crore on Google ads, over twice that of the Congress at Rs 45 crore during the Lok Sabha elections, Aadil Raza Khan writes. Read here.
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From 'Tauba Tauba' to Dharma Sets & Punjabi Films: Vicky and Ammy Get Candid
Ahead of 'Bad Newz' releasing, Swati Chopra spoke to Vicky Kaushal and Ammy Virk about the movie, working with each other, representation of Punjabis in Bollywood and more. Watch here.
Ahead of 'Bad Newz' releasing, Swati Chopra spoke to Vicky Kaushal and Ammy Virk about the movie, working with each other, representation of Punjabis in Bollywood and more. Watch here.
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Bypoll Results: INDIA Bloc 10, NDA 2; Majority of Defectors to BJP Lose
Bypoll Results | BJP lost 4 out of 6 seats where it fielded defectors. But it also lost a majority of seats where its leaders left to join other parties. Aditya Menon explains. Read here.
Bypoll Results | BJP lost 4 out of 6 seats where it fielded defectors. But it also lost a majority of seats where its leaders left to join other parties. Aditya Menon explains. Read here.
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'Showtime' Pt 2 Review: Emraan Hashmi Show Can't Rise Above Its Premise
Review | "It’s camp, it’s pulpy and it’s definitely still binge-worthy but you can’t ignore the voice in the back of your head that keeps telling you the show could’ve been more," says
Pratikshya Mishra on 'Showtime' starring Emraan Hashmi. Read here.
Review | "It’s camp, it’s pulpy and it’s definitely still binge-worthy but you can’t ignore the voice in the back of your head that keeps telling you the show could’ve been more," says
Pratikshya Mishra on 'Showtime' starring Emraan Hashmi. Read here.
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Graphic Novel: How a Lesbian Couple is Waging a Fight Against Conversion Therapy
Meenakshy Sasikumar tells the story of Sumayya and Afeefa, a lesbian couple from Kerala, trying to build a life together against all odds. Read here.
Meenakshy Sasikumar tells the story of Sumayya and Afeefa, a lesbian couple from Kerala, trying to build a life together against all odds. Read here.
'Idea is to Tell New Delhi Terrorism is Alive': Lt Gen DS Hooda (Retd) on Jammu
To understand why govt forces struggle to monitor infiltration & contain militancy in Jammu, Auqib Javeed spoke to Lt Gen Deependra Singh Hooda (Retd), who commanded India's 2016 strikes into Pakistan-administered Kashmir following the Uri attack. Read here.
To understand why govt forces struggle to monitor infiltration & contain militancy in Jammu, Auqib Javeed spoke to Lt Gen Deependra Singh Hooda (Retd), who commanded India's 2016 strikes into Pakistan-administered Kashmir following the Uri attack. Read here.
Mandal for the Mandir | On BJP and the Dalit Vote
Opinion | "In the name of representation, only one Dalit person out of 13 is in the Ram Mandir Management Trust—a disproportionately low number that further enforces the idea that the RSS will never accord Dalits any real power." Udit Raj writes. Read here.
Opinion | "In the name of representation, only one Dalit person out of 13 is in the Ram Mandir Management Trust—a disproportionately low number that further enforces the idea that the RSS will never accord Dalits any real power." Udit Raj writes. Read here.
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NEET-UG Case: NTA's Response in SC Doesn't Add Up. Some Unanswered Questions
NEET-UG 2024: 'Neither mass malpractice, nor localised set of candidates being benefitted, leading to abnormal scores' is what the NTA explained to the Supreme Court, citing an IIT Madras report. But they haven't addressed some key issues, writes Aakriti Handa. Read here.
NEET-UG 2024: 'Neither mass malpractice, nor localised set of candidates being benefitted, leading to abnormal scores' is what the NTA explained to the Supreme Court, citing an IIT Madras report. But they haven't addressed some key issues, writes Aakriti Handa. Read here.
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Seeking Refuge in Assam, Survivors of Jiribam Violence Share Stories of Despair
The killing of a farmer in Jiribam, Manipur, led to retaliatory attacks and the consequent displacement of about 2,000 people, many of whom fled to the relief camps in Assam. In this video, survivors share their stories of despair and resilience. Saptarshi Basak reports. Watch here.
The killing of a farmer in Jiribam, Manipur, led to retaliatory attacks and the consequent displacement of about 2,000 people, many of whom fled to the relief camps in Assam. In this video, survivors share their stories of despair and resilience. Saptarshi Basak reports. Watch here.
Marriage Equality Review Petition: One Step Forward Towards Dignity Of Choice
Opinion | "Decriminalisation was a significant step, but whether it has translated into actual legal protection remains uncertain." Tahini Bhushan writes. Read here.
Opinion | "Decriminalisation was a significant step, but whether it has translated into actual legal protection remains uncertain." Tahini Bhushan writes. Read here.
The Civil Rights Act & Its Legacy: Indian Americans Must Never Forget
Opinion | "In the US, will 2025 be a good year for Indian Americans to take stock of their immigrant journey? Next year marks the 60th anniversary of a landmark legislation – the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965." Murali Kamma writes. Read here.
Opinion | "In the US, will 2025 be a good year for Indian Americans to take stock of their immigrant journey? Next year marks the 60th anniversary of a landmark legislation – the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965." Murali Kamma writes. Read here.