Modi govt intoxicated on power: Congress slams Centre on reduction in number of subsidised Ujjwala refillsThe Congress party has strongly criticized the government's decision to reduce the number of subsidized LPG cylinders for Ujjwala Yojana be...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
Faroe Islands whale hunt: Over 700 dolphins and whales killed in annual grind tradition sparks global outrageThe Faroe Islands witnessed a mass killing of over 700 whales and dolphins in a traditional hunt. This ancient practice, known as the 'grin...
05 Jun, 2026, 02.11 AM IST
Will appeal to govt for a nationwide gig workers' law, like those in Karnataka, Telangana: Uday Bhanu ChibThe Indian Youth Congress held a conclave for gig workers. They highlighted the challenges faced by millions of delivery workers. These wor...
31 May, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
HC ruling on Google keyword ads likely to reshape e-advertisingA Delhi High Court ruling has stopped Google from auctioning trademarked names as ad keywords. This decision impacts how companies advertis...
30 May, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Parle Melody: The ₹1 soft power twist Modi served to Meloni and the worldPrime Minister Modi's gift of a Parle Melody toffee to Italy's Giorgia Meloni symbolised India's evolving soft power. Beyond traditional ex...
21 May, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powersThe U.S. House of Representatives narrowly rejected a resolution to halt the Iran war without congressional approval. The vote was tied, fa...
15 May, 2026, 06.16 AM IST
Tax cuts collide with inflation as voters weigh Trump's economy in the midtermsVoters in North Carolina face a tough economic choice. While tax cuts aim to boost incomes, rising prices for rent, food, and fuel are a ma...
13 May, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
Jhalmuri victory bite! BJP HQ turns festive as early trends show strong lead, party serves Bengal snackAs the election results streamed in favorably for the BJP, the party's headquarters transformed into a colorful fiesta. Celebrating the suc...
04 May, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
Gig workers’ body writes to labour ministry to mandate heatwave protectionApp-based transport workers are demanding mandatory heatwave protection, including paid breaks and access to water, under the Code on Socia...
26 Apr, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Maachh, Mandate & Missing Names: Bengal’s voter list goes off the menuVoter lists in West Bengal have seen many names removed. This has caused anger and accusations of conspiracy. Many believe this is a delibe...
25 Apr, 2026, 11.09 PM IST
Iran war justified by Tehran's 'aggression' over decades, US legal adviser saysAmerica's top lawyer claims President Trump's actions against Iran were in self-defense. He states the bombing campaign was not a new war b...
25 Apr, 2026, 08.05 AM IST
5 healthy jhalmuri recipes: Saw PM Modi’s viral video? Now try these lip-smacking protein versions at homeA simple, healthy jhalmuri recipe is gaining fresh popularity as the iconic snack from West Bengal turns into a nutritious, protein-rich op...
21 Apr, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski faces fresh backlash again after on-camera eating moment goes viralMcDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski is facing renewed backlash after another on-camera food tasting moment went viral. Despite attempting a Mc...
11 Apr, 2026, 03.40 AM IST
Human rights groups discuss issues affecting the poorSeveral human rights groups today came together and held a public hearing in Delhi around the issues that affect the poor and marginalised.
04 Aug, 2014, 04.18 PM IST
Right to Food Campaign gives a call for a dharna on August 7 for amendments in the Food Security OrdinanceThe Right to Food Campaign gives a call for a dharna at Jantar Mantar on August 7 to press for amendments in the Food Security Ordinance.
05 Aug, 2013, 02.50 PM IST
- Devil's in the delivery: Why cash, stamps for food will never work
A recent paper by Kaushik Basu, the chief economic adviser to the government, titled, “The Economics of Foodgrain Management in India” has ...
26 Nov, 2010, 12.52 AM IST
- Centre should double the grain procurement: CFR
The CFR has suggested that there is urgent need to put in place the infrastructure for local procurement of grain
06 Sep, 2010, 10.48 PM IST