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Why ‘strong-arm’ tactics have not improved Manipur’s chances of peace after a month of central rule

Observers said the Centre was treating the conflict as a ‘law-and-order’ problem instead of bringing warring groups together.

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Muslim MLAs will be thrown out of Bengal Assembly once BJP gains power, says Suvendu Adhikari

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the state leader of opposition of importing a ‘fake’ version of Hinduism into West Bengal.

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Delhi HC orders removal of YouTuber Shyam Meera’s video on Jaggi Vasudev, Isha Foundation

The bench told the YouTuber to refrain from publishing or sharing the video further while also banning its upload on social media platforms.

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15% drop in Indians studying abroad, shows government data

Canada saw the steepest fall due to visa curbs and diplomatic tensions, while more students opted for Russia and France.

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Can Indian Muslims be represented only by Muslim leaders?

Muslim communities define themselves as secular voters, expressing economic and social concerns, without giving up their collective identity, shows research.

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To achieve prosperity, India’s environment must be central to its vision of growth

The Green and White Revolutions show that the country can pursue growth in a way that creates gainful employment, offers security and boosts the productivity.

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A new book examines the violent legacy of the Criminal Tribes Act on Tamil Nadu’s Maravar community

An excerpt from ‘Policing and Violence in India: Colonial Legacies and Contemporary Realities’, edited by Deana Heath and Jinee Lokaneeta.

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‘September 5’, ‘The Last Showgirl’, ‘Anora’, ‘Queer’ and ‘The Outrun’ at Red Lorry Film Festival

The BookMyShow event’s second edition includes master classes and screenings of classic titles.

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