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Concerned over build quality of e-ways, NHs, govt ropes in third party inspection agency
A comprehensive audit of nearly five thousand kilometers of highway projects will be carried out by a third-party inspection agency. Engineers India Ltd has been chosen for these essential quality checks, aiming to rectify issues related to project shortcomin…
Facing the Crooked of Hormuz: During the Rain of Donald Trump
Between 2001 and 2024, the US spent an on its military, whichwas equal to the military spending of the next 18 countries combined
NLSIU cancels convocation amid row over CJI Surya Kant’s attendance
National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, has cancelled its September 12 convocation, citing “unavoidable circumstances,” amid controversy over the proposed attendance of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Bar Council of India chairman Ma…
8th Pay Commission fitment factor: 3.61, 3.833 or 4.00? What proposed salary hike means
The 8th Pay Commission fitment factor remains undecided, with several employee and pensioner organisations seeking factors of 3.61, 3.833 and 4.00. Here’s what each proposal could mean for minimum basic pay, pensions and central government employees.
What was the CIA doing in Moscow?
Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe paid an unannounced visit to Moscow yesterday, spending eight hours in the Russian capital before returning to the US. Though he visited the Kremlin, Vladimir Putin’s spokesman Dmitry Peskov denied that they…
Himanta Biswa Sarma blames Congress for delay in implementing Uniform Civil Code
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Congress was responsible for the delay in granting women equal rights and implementing a Uniform Civil Code in India. He also urged people not to divide children by labels such as Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
Sebi proposes easing merchant banker rule for select debt issuers
Sebi has put forward a proposal to exempt certain listed companies from the requirement to appoint merchant bankers. This initiative is designed to lower the costs related to issuing small-value debt private placements. To qualify, issuers must meet particula…
India must stiffen its packaging rules—but at what level of health risk are big loud warnings justified?
The country's lax labelling of packages has provoked calls for boldface health warnings. While the rules clearly need to be stiffer, they mustn’t squash the liberty of marketers either. Here’s how rule-makers could strike an optimal balance.
After protest against CJI, Bar Council chief, NLSIU cancels convocation event
National Law School of India University cancelled its September twelfth convocation. Students will now receive degrees in absentia through campus pickup or courier. This decision follows student opposition to the Chief Justice of India attending. Students had…
Food packets may have to spill the beans
India's food regulator is considering new front-of-pack nutrition labelling for packaged foods. This system would highlight excessive fat, salt, or sugar content on food packages. The regulator is also exploring varied assessment thresholds based on typical s…
Why India wants Bangladesh's Tarique Rahman in Delhi
India is keen to reset ties with Bangladesh, but old tensions and new regional alliances complicate its efforts.
Algorithms, Power and Politics of Public Perception
Prime Minister Balendra Shah returned to Kathmandu after completing his visit to Mustang last week. There is very limited information about why Shah traveled to Mustang and what he did there after visiting Muktinath. Shah’s visit to Mustang, under tight secur…
A second Des Moines priest sues Homeland Security over work authorization
A second Roman Catholic priest from the Diocese of Des Moines has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security over alleged delays in work authorization permits. Father Nipin Thakidipurathu Scaria, a citizen of India who now resides in Des…
US Passes Russia Sanctions Bill Targeting India , China Over Oil Trade
Visible change of heart : Rijiju challenges Rahul Gandhi to support women quota Bill
Delimitation Bill : BJP Leader Says It Benefits South India
Pralhad Joshi Reviews Education Ministry After BRICS Meeting
Rishabh Pant Gets CM Dhami Assurance on Uttarakhand Land
US Senate passes bill to slap 100 % tariffs on India , four others for buying Russian oil
India Opposes BRICS Currency Plan , Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Says New Delhi Does Not Support Scheme
Indian court rulings on the right to be forgotten will dent our collective memory
When Transfers Become An Industry : India Hidden Governance Crisis .
New Zealand unveils new sanctions against Russia
Omar Abdullah Backs Mohan Bhagwat Remarks on Gen Z Protests , Calls for Dialogue
Supreme Court Allows Bhupesh Baghel to Contest Election Pleas in High Court
Netanyahu remarks gratuitou as India not backing war against Iran : Former diplomat on PM Modi - Netanyahu call
India counters China over Arunachal claims : Home ministry identifies 27 locations on Survey of India map full list
US Senate clears Russia sanctions bill , putting India under fresh scrutiny
India , China fear 100 % US tariffs after Senate clears bill to sanction Russia , major buyers : What we know
