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Daily Briefing: Egypt reaches out to India for economy boost; highlights from Republic Day parade; and moreSubscriber Only
January 27, 2023 08:36 IST
In today’s newsletter: Egypt reaches out to India for economic boost; highlights from R-day parade; first Jharkhand migrant survey; and more.
Fri, Jan 27, 2023
Daily briefing: Ayodhya Ram temple to be ready by Jan 1, 2024; latest on Anjali Singh death case; and moreSubscriber Only
January 06, 2023 08:27 IST
Foreign universities can now set up campus in India, Ayodhya Ram temple to be ready by Jan 1 next year, big revelation in Anjali Singh death case; and more
Fri, Jan 06, 2023
#Politics | Cough syrup deaths: Cong says made in India cough syrups ‘deadly,’ BJP reacts ‘Oppn blinded’Subscriber Only
December 29, 2022 15:52 IST
A war of words has ensued following the deaths of 18 children in Uzbekistan after allegedly consuming an India-manufactured syrup, Doc-1 Max, prepared by Noida-based Marion Biotech.
Thu, Dec 29, 2022
Daily Briefing: India-China hold talks after Tawang face-off; NIA’s chargesheet against 11 in Udaipur murder case; and moreSubscriber Only
December 23, 2022 08:41 IST
In today’s edition: India-China hold talks after Tawang face-off; latest on Covid; anger, despair among Afghan women shut out of university; and more.
Fri, Dec 23, 2022
Daily briefing: LIC bets on Adani; India’s G20 Presidency; and moreSubscriber Only
December 02, 2022 08:41 IST
In today’s edition: Latest on Gujarat Assembly Polls, how RBI’s new e-rupee works, Express at FIFA World Cup; and more
Fri, Dec 02, 2022
Daily Briefing: Gehlot calls Pilot a ‘traitor’; CBI to probe Meghalaya border firing; and moreSubscriber Only
November 25, 2022 08:24 IST
In today’s edition: Gehlot-Pilot tension intensifies; Jama Masjid rolls back controversial decision; Ronaldo thrives in spotlight; and more.
Fri, Nov 25, 2022
Daily Briefing: Measles outbreak hits Mumbai; Man who attacked Kejriwal home gets BJP ticket; and moreSubscriber Only
November 24, 2022 08:27 IST
In today’s edition: Supreme Court asks Centre to produce file on appointment of ex-IAS officer as EC chief; Japan stun Germany in World Cup; and more
Thu, Nov 24, 2022
Daily Briefing: Political parties intensify Gujarat poll campaigns; Ex-labour commissioner arrested in Andaman rape case; and moreSubscriber Only
November 22, 2022 08:47 IST
In today’s edition: Latest on Gujarat polls; the Great Nicobar Island development project; why COP27 may have been a missed opportunity; and mor
Tue, Nov 22, 2022
By-election in Rampur: How Azam Khan’s disqualification has resulted in a second Assembly election for the seat in less than a yearSubscriber Only
November 13, 2022 19:37 IST
Azam Khan won the Rampur Lok Sabha seat after securing 52.69 per cent of the vote, defeating Jaya Prada of the BJP by more than 1 lakh votes. However, in early 2020, he was arrested and sent to jail in connection with several cases that had been filed against him since 2017.
Sun, Nov 13, 2022
Daily Briefing: Delhi’s worsening air quality; Isudhan Gadhvi interview; and moreSubscriber Only
November 05, 2022 08:14 IST
What’s behind Delhi’s pollution crisis? Latest on Gujarat and Himachal polls; what to watch this weekend; and more.
Sat, Nov 05, 2022
Daily Briefing: Imran Khan attacked; surge in teacher exits during pandemic; and moreSubscriber Only
November 04, 2022 08:44 IST
In today’s edition: After assassination attempt, the future of Imran Khan’s march; the latest on Gujarat & Himachal polls; what US Federal Reserve rate hike means for India; and more.
Fri, Nov 04, 2022
Daily Briefing: PM Modi calls for ‘detailed inquiry’ into Morbi bridge collapse; ‘traffic clearance vehicle’ for Mrs FadnavisSubscriber Only
November 02, 2022 08:36 IST
In today’s edition: Latest on Morbi bridge collapse; TRS’ Dalit Bandhu scheme and why it misses the mark; challenges ahead of COP27; Himachal election watch; and more
Wed, Nov 02, 2022
#Politics | Morbi tragedy: Opposition slams govt as ahead of PM arrival, hospital gets ‘treatment’Subscriber Only
November 01, 2022 11:21 IST
The Congress said the arrangements were being done to ensure “there should be no shortage in pictures of PM Modi”. Sharing the pictures of the last-minute revamp on its official Twitter handle, the party said: "They are not ashamed! So many people died and they are engaged in eventing."
Thu, Dec 15, 2022
Hashtag Politics | CPM versus Rahul Gandhi: Of parotta and porattam (struggle)Subscriber Only
September 30, 2022 13:57 IST
Cong president’s food choices were among the issues on which party and CPM crossed swords.
Fri, Sep 30, 2022
This Onam, a very different, Dravidian-looking, Mahabali on Kerala campusesSubscriber Only
September 04, 2022 10:39 IST
Mahabali is central to the 10-day harvest festival celebrated across Kerala and the mythical king’s homecoming is observed at homes with special feasts, dances, and pookkalams.
Sun, Sep 04, 2022
Old hat, new hat: a head countSubscriber Only
August 31, 2022 21:30 IST
From Nehru and Modi to KCR and MGR, several Indian politicians throughout history have stood out because of their choice of headgear.
Thu, Sep 01, 2022
Supertech towers fall via ‘controlled implosion’ — here’s how it happenedSubscriber Only
August 27, 2022 14:05 IST
Noida Supertech Twin Tower Demolished on 28 August: The highest structure in India to be demolished, the towers have a height of almost 100 metres — taller than the Qutub Minar.
Sun, Aug 28, 2022
Explained: Why fisherfolk in Kerala are protesting Adani’s under-construction Vizhinjam portSubscriber Only
August 23, 2022 16:39 IST
The Kerala government’s attempts at placating the angry fishing community at Vizhinjam in Thiruvananthapuram and quelling the widespread protests against the under-construction Vizhinjam seaport have failed so far. A look at why the fisherfolk have dug in their heels
Wed, Aug 24, 2022
Explained: How scientists are planning to ‘resurrect’ the extinct Tasmanian TigerSubscriber Only
August 18, 2022 22:01 IST
While reviving an extinct species can restore ecological diversity and balance in an area, the science behind it has also come in for criticism. We explain the process, its benefits, and its concerns.
Thu, Aug 18, 2022
Manipur Election Results Highlights: Day after BJP win, Manipur CM Biren Singh submits resignation to Guv
March 10, 2022 06:48 IST
Manipur Election Results Highlights: Incumbent CM Biren Singh won from Heingang seat defeating his rival congress candidate by 18,271 votes.
Fri, Mar 11, 2022
How NFTs are redefining art amid Russia-Ukraine warSubscriber Only
March 03, 2022 18:20 IST
As the war rages on, Humilevskiy’s self-portraits have become a symbol of resistance by Ukraine and its people. NFT artists from across the world have been sharing his photos to express their solidarity towards Ukraine.
Thu, Mar 03, 2022
For residents near Kerala’s first tunnel road, ceaseless wait for adequate compensationSubscriber Only
November 03, 2021 20:31 IST
Many houses in the neighbourhood are damaged from the tremors of five-year-long blasting in the hills to carve out the road tunnel. They say they are all exhausted fighting for adequate compensation to mend their properties.
Wed, Nov 03, 2021
Kerala’s panchayat-level Covid teams ensure smooth data collection, coordinationSubscriber Only
June 01, 2021 16:00 IST
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the local self-government has been at the forefront of the fight against Covid-19 in Kerala.
Tue, Jun 01, 2021
Change in vaccine registration policy leads to confusion at Thrissur’s Elanad health centreSubscriber Only
April 22, 2021 21:23 IST
The cancellation of the spot registration policy on Wednesday led to confusion in several parts of the state.
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