Manipur Erupts Again: Meitei Leader Arrested, 5-Day Internet Shutdown in Valley Districts

Current Situation in Manipur Manipur remains engulfed in an ethnic conflict primarily between the Meitei (valley) and Kuki-Zo (hill) communities—a conflict that erupted in May 2023. So far, the clashes…

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World Bank: Poverty in India Falls Significantly Amid Economic Growth

India’s Extreme Poverty Plummets to 5.3%: A Decade of Transformation New Delhi, June 2025 – The World Bank’s latest “Poverty & Equity Brief” reveals a landmark turnaround: between 2011–12 and…

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Match‑Fixing’ Claims from Rahul, ‘Unsubstantiated’ Retort from EC & BJP

Ra­hul Gandhi has reignited political debate by formally accusing the BJP-led alliance and the Election Commission of India (ECI) of "match-fixing" the November 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections. He asserts a…

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8th Pay Commission 2026: Big Salary Hike Coming

The 8th Pay Commission is poised to bring significant changes to the compensation structure of central government employees and pensioners in India. While its implementation is anticipated around January 1,…

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Gender-Biased Laws in India: Navigating Legal Protections and Misuse

India has made significant strides in enacting laws to protect women from discrimination, violence, and injustice. While these laws aim to address systemic issues, concerns have emerged regarding their potential…

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OpenAI Signs MoU with IndiaAI Mission to Launch OpenAI Academy in India: A Landmark Step for AI Education and Research

 OpenAI - IndiaAI MoU New Delhi, June 2025 — In a groundbreaking development for the future of artificial intelligence in India, OpenAI has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with…

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India-U.S. Trade Talks Extended as July 9 Deadline Approaches

India and the United States have extended their ongoing trade negotiations into the following week, aiming to finalize an interim trade agreement before the self-imposed deadline of July 9. The…

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India’s Crime Landscape: A Detailed Analysis of NCRB Data Across States

 Analysis of NCRB Data Across StatesThe National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) serves as India's central agency for collecting and analyzing crime data, operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Established…

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Chenab Bridge Inauguration: A Monumental Leap in India’s Railway Infrastructure

 On June 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir, marking a significant milestone in India's infrastructure development. Standing at 359 meters above…

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Vijay Mallya: The Rise, Fall, and Recent Reflections of India’s ‘King of Good Times

Vijay Mallya, once celebrated as India's flamboyant business magnate, has become a symbol of corporate excess and legal controversy. From his meteoric rise in the liquor industry to his dramatic…

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