Bilkis Bano was brutally gangraped during the communal violence that followed the Godhra train-burning incident. She was 21 years old at the time, and five months pregnant. Seven members of her family were killed by rioters.
Mumbai Police officers were scheduled to visit the home of actor Ranveer Singh on Tuesday to serve summons on him to appear before them in connection with the FIR registered against him for alleged obscenity. What is the case about, and what sections of the law has he allegedly broken?
The Flag Code of India, 2002, recognises that “a perceptible lack of awareness is often noticed, not only amongst people but also in the organisations/ agencies of the government, in regard to laws, practices and conventions that apply to the display of the National Flag”.
Laxmibai, Durga Bhabhi, Rani Gaidinliu, and Velu Nachiyar, among others, embody the spirit of India's 'nari shakti', the PM said. Who were these remarkable women?
The Prime Minister took several names, including women, tribal, and spiritual leaders, and those who fought for India's freedom both within and outside the mainstream national movement.
The 600-kg animal that had been seen off the coasts of several European countries for the past 2 years, was attracting huge attention. People had been swimming with it, taking photos, and putting themselves at risk from it.
Hadi Matar was born almost a decade after the fatwa to kill Rushdie was issued, and Ayatollah Khomeini passed away. The evidence in Matar’s cell phone linking him to the Revolutionary Guard, however, suggests that he may have been driven by the fatwa.
Around the time of Independence Day every year, Delhi's streets witness deaths and injuries due to 'Chinese' manjha. What is Chinese manjha, and where does it come from? What is the legal position of the Chinese manjha?
Russia and Turkey are often viewed as geopolitical rivals, whose tensions can be traced back by many centuries. Currently, their relationship appears to be growing strong, and experts say this could lead to retaliation from the West. We explain what has happened, and how Europe may react.
Two minor sisters were found dead in Kerala's Wayanar in 2017, and their autopsies confirmed they had been subjected to sexual assault. A recap of the case that led to widespread public outrage.
How did the famous slogans first come about, and where have they come from? Inspiring and controversial, we explain the history of slogans that have endured in India’s politics.
Vasculitis Explained: Ashton Kutcher had a “weird, super rare form of vasculitis” two years ago that “knocked out” his vision, hearing, and “all my equilibrium”. What is vasculitis? How is it treated?
With healthy rivalry between Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem and India’s Neeraj Chopra set to grow in future competitions, a look at the physics that makes a javelin fly past the 90m 'gold standard' distance.
On August 9, 1942, the biggest mass movement of the Indian freedom struggle was launched. The British launched a brutal crackdown, but the message was clear: they would have to leave India, nothing less was acceptable
What is the new Delhi Police initiative, how can you check your IMEI number, and how is it useful? We explain.
Brittney Griner has been sentenced to 9 years in prison by a Russian court. Who is she, and what is the case against her? What could happen next?
US Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit has led to rising tensions over the status of an island that China claims as its own, but what is the stance of the US and India on Taiwan?
India's trade deficit has widened to a record $31.02 billion in July thanks to contracting merchandise exports and a rise in imports.
For the last more than 2 decades, Ayman al-Zawahiri has released videos and statements focused on Islam’s war against the West. Two of these videos were entirely about India: announcing the formation of Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent and weighing in on the Karnataka hijab row
It is not yet known what comorbidities this patient had, and the government has announced a probe. There have been only three other deaths outside Africa so far, and they could all have had pre-existing conditions.
As part of their study, researchers at the Monash University used donated pancreatic stem cells of a deceased 13-year-old Type 1 diabetes patient, and were able to “reactivate” them to produce insulin.
President Joe Biden and Dr Anthony Fauci have tested positive soon after they took Pfizer’s Paxlovid and were declared infection-free. Why is the infection rebounding after taking the drug?
Spanish prosecutors have asked for a prison sentence of over eight years and a fine of more than €23 million for Shakira, whom they have accused of committing six cases of tax fraud. What is the case against her, and how has she responded?
An Iraqi Shia scholar, militia leader and the founder of the most powerful political faction in the country right now, Muqtada al-Sadr rose to prominence after the overthrow of the Saddam Hussein government.
The Navy has taken delivery of the IAC-1, which after commissioning will be named 'INS Vikrant' after India's beloved first aircraft carrier. An aircraft carrier is a core component of a 'blue water' navy, and India has now joined a small club of nations that can build these elite warships.
Gujarat Assembly polls: Congress announces ‘page commandos’ to take on BJP’s page committees
Two drones spotted near Ambala air base in less than 72 hours, cops initiate probe
No ideological compromise with BJP, says Stalin before Delhi visit
Watch: Man sits on scooter as it hangs in air while getting towed
Di Maria sidelined with injury after Juve debut
Surat AAP leaders hospitalised after ‘ABVP attack’
7 arrested in Alwar for lynching labourer on suspicion of theft
Sanath Jayasuriya meets actor Mammootty
