These times of an escalating environmental crisis are supposed to be times of increasing peace and international cooperation as without this it is impossible to resolve the life-threatening environmental problems.
As voters head to polling booths in half of Karnataka’s 28 Lok Sabha constituencies in the second phase of the general election today, the political landscape of the state stands as testament to the intricacies of caste dynamics and shifting alliances.
The recent Parliamentary elections in the Maldives have sent ripples across the Indian Ocean, signalling a potential recalibration of diplomatic ties in the region.
Humanity has come a long way in the choices it has made in electing those who are called to govern. Understandably, the systems of governance throughout the world are far from perfect.
There were reports of malfunctioning of EVMs at several booths at the start but machines were either rectified or replaced by the authorities immediately.
"This has been seen for the first time in the country. The amazing coordination of development and heritage is the identity of PM Narendra Modi. Amazing work has been done in this direction," he said.
He also urged the people to come out and exercise their franchise in large numbers.
The GI Registry awarded the certification to the Banaras Tirangi Barfi and the five other Uttar Pradesh products on Tuesday.
Law minister Moloy Ghatak, chairman of AMC, Amarnath Chatterjee and other top TMC leaders inspected both the venues in Asansol and Kulti, today.
The BJP leadership will take stern action against its MLA from Kurseong, Bishnu Prasad Sharma after election results for alleged anti-party activities ahead of Lok Sabha polls.
The WBCERC has directed the management of the clinic to pay the money to the patient as compensation in eight installments.
An adolescent girl died of heat wave while she along with her friend was making reels in the Sonarpur area of South 24-Parganas district.
Well, April has descended on us, and the words return to haunt. Today I ponder the cruelty that we have let loose. Cruelty of different hues. Of the worst kind is the cruelty we have subjected nature to
38 trillion dollars in damages each year: World economy already committed to income reduction of 19 per cent due to climate change
Social media has influenced consumer behaviour and trends, particularly the fascination with exotic pets like hamsters, turtles, hedgehogs, rabbits, frogs, sugar gliders, and birds.
The need to specify the date of entry to India in the application form, which they do not remember or have no proof in support of; filing an affidavit declaring citizenship at birth, etc., is worrying for them.
Making the General Assembly more effective cannot be divorced from the wider context of the reform of the UN, including the Security Council, according to India.
Israel is expected to "soon" begin evacuating civilians from Rafah ahead of a planned ground attack on Gaza's southernmost city, a state-owned media outlet has reported.
The US is preparing to negotiate with the military leadership in Niger about the "organized and responsible withdrawal" of its troops from the country.
This year's report is once again conspicuous by its lack of objectivity and politicization of the international human rights agenda, it added.
The report, released on Thursday, also said that going forward robust foreign inflows and comfortable trade deficits are expected to keep the rupee within a comfortable range.
The extension was made considering the representations received by CBDT requesting for further extension of due date, and with a view to avoid genuine hardships to taxpayers.
Sensex closed 487 points, or 0.66%, higher at 74,339.44 while the Nifty closed the day with a gain of 168 points, or 0.75%, at 22,570.35 on the monthly F&O expiry day.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) member highlighted that going ahead, as India develops, the problem of high food inflation would be "less severe".
Pooja Bhatt shows support for longtime friend Deepak Tijori as his upcoming film 'Tippsy' trailer hits the screens. Tijori, making a comeback after years, directs and stars in the eagerly awaited movie.
Varun Grover celebrates Richa Chadha's seamless transition from her iconic role in "Gangs of Wasseypur" to her upcoming appearance in "Heeramandi," highlighting her versatility in two distinct projects.
Actor Tovino Thomas casts his vote in Thrissur as Kerala records impressive voter turnout. Key constituencies see fierce electoral battles in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections.
Actor Shekhar Suman shares his emotional journey after the loss of his son Aayush, as he prepares for the release of 'Heeramandi.'
Indian athletes dominate the men's and women's 3,000m steeplechase events at the 21st Asian U20 Athletics Championships to swell the gold medal tally to three on the second day of competitions in Dubai on Thursday.
Diksha Dagar shot 1-over 73 to be T-53rd after the opening day at the South African Women’s Open at the par-72 Erinvale Country & Golf Estate.
Cameron Green came up with a superb all-round effort, hitting a 20-ball 37 besides taking a good catch as SRH were restricted to 171/8 in 20 overs, chasing a stiff target of 207.
India did well as hosts in the Asian Track Cycling Championship for both able-bodied and special cyclists in February this year.
Students of Sitapur bagged almost all the top ten positions in the 10th Board except for the second place while in Intermediate, the topper was from Sitapur too.
In an engaging tête-à-tête with The Statesman within the cosy confines of the Storyteller Bookstore in Kolkata, author Novoneel Chakraborty speaks about the complexities of his literary creations, illuminating characters that populate his books.
On March 22, the Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court had directed the state government to include the students studying in madrasas of the state to other schools.
As CETs are first preference, the University also advised the students aspiring to take admission in these programmes to apply for CETs also to increase better chances of admission, the official added.
Pooja Bhatt shows support for longtime friend Deepak Tijori as his upcoming film 'Tippsy' trailer hits the screens. Tijori, making a comeback after years, directs and stars in the eagerly awaited movie.
The top court also rejected the prayers of petitioners to return to ballot paper voting.
Indian athletes dominate the men's and women's 3,000m steeplechase events at the 21st Asian U20 Athletics Championships to swell the gold medal tally to three on the second day of competitions in Dubai on Thursday.
Polling in the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections in Jammu Constituency began with enthusiasm, especially among the new voters.
Caste calculation, religious affiliation has never emerged as a tool to woo voters.
Varun Grover celebrates Richa Chadha's seamless transition from her iconic role in "Gangs of Wasseypur" to her upcoming appearance in "Heeramandi," highlighting her versatility in two distinct projects.
Diksha Dagar shot 1-over 73 to be T-53rd after the opening day at the South African Women’s Open at the par-72 Erinvale Country & Golf Estate.
Actor Tovino Thomas casts his vote in Thrissur as Kerala records impressive voter turnout. Key constituencies see fierce electoral battles in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections.
Nomination process for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha polls for 14 seats in Uttar Pradesh commenced on Friday.
Polling is underway for seven parliamentary seats of North East -- five from Assam and one each from Manipur and Tripura -- in the second phase on Friday.