Category: India

At The Times of India’s Uttarakhand Transformation Dialogues, scientist Anand Ranganathan highlighted the digital age’s expansion of public discourse. He stressed the importance of scientific inquiry over popular opinion and cautioned against selective narratives, advocating for a balanced view of institutions. Ranganathan also pointed out Uttarakhand’s economic progress alongside structural…

CPI(M) leader John Brittas has criticized Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. Tharoor questioned the symbolic shift from Kerala to Keralam. Brittas accused Tharoor of acting like any other Congressman. He reminded Tharoor of his earlier praise for Kerala as a model of growth. Brittas also dismissed Tharoor’s concerns about new terms…

A Delhi court discharged former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, manish sisodia and 21 others in the liquor policy case, criticizing the CBI for using the term ‘South Group’. The judge stated the label lacked legal basis, was arbitrary, and could prejudice proceedings, urging the agency to use neutral, evidence-based language….

A Delhi court granted interim bail until March 24 to Indian Youth Congress general secretary Nigam Bhandhari in connection with the AI event protest. Bhandhari, who sought anticipatory bail, must cooperate with the ongoing investigation. The protest involved IYC workers revealing T-shirts with anti-PM slogans during the AI Summit. According…

Arvind Kejriwal has challenged PM Modi to fresh Delhi polls, citing court relief in the liquor scam case. The Kerala High Court has temporarily stayed the release of ‘The Kerala Story 2’. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghan cities escalate tensions, while India’s GDP shows robust 7.8% growth in Q3 FY26….

A Delhi court discharged Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and 21 others in the excise policy case, citing a lack of cogent evidence and no prima facie case. The judge found no overarching conspiracy or criminal intent in the policy’s formulation, criticising the CBI’s investigative approach and reliance on approver statements….

A Delhi court discharged Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the liquor excise policy case, refusing to take cognisance of the CBI chargesheet. The court found no criminal intent or substantiated conspiratorial role, stating allegations failed judicial scrutiny. Both leaders were greeted with emotional celebrations by family and supporters. …

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his deputy Manish Sisodia have been acquitted of all charges. The Rouse Avenue court delivered the verdict in the case investigated by the CBI. Both leaders had faced allegations and served time in jail. Kejriwal stated that truth always wins. This development marks…

The Delhi High Court has directed AIIMS to form a medical board to assess Jaideep Sengar, who is seeking to suspend his 10-year sentence in the Unnao custodial death case due to Stage-IV oral cancer. Sengar, brother of convicted rapist Kuldeep Sengar, claims his health has deteriorated. …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a historic feat, becoming the first world leader to surpass 100 million followers on Instagram. This significant digital milestone underscores his immense global reach and influence in online political communication. His follower count dwarfs that of other prominent international leaders, highlighting his unparalleled digital…

The Union government is taking swift action following the Supreme Court’s strong condemnation of a NCERT textbook chapter referencing judicial corruption. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan apologized, promising accountability for those responsible. The controversial chapter has been removed, and the book will be rewritten for the 2026-27 academic year, with tighter…

Union Minister of Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has invited startups and innovators to collaborate with the government through ‘Rail Tech Portal’ to solve difficult problems with technology within the Indian Railways. Speaking at the DNPA Conclave on Thursday, the Minister described the portal as the primary “digital way of accepting solutions.”…

Airlines must now offer a 48-hour ‘look-in option’ for ticket cancellations or amendments without extra charges, provided the departure is at least 7 or 15 days away for domestic or international flights, respectively. Refunds will be processed within 14 days, and name corrections within 24 hours of booking on airline…