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Deeptiman TiwarySep 26, 2025
MHA cancels FCRA license of Sonam Wangchuk’s NGO: All about law regulating foreign donations Subscriber Only
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act regulates foreign funding in India. Critics say that the government has used the law to clamp down on NGOs critical of its actions
Explained DeskSep 26, 2025
Corruption, ‘nepo babies’: How the Philippines’ protests echo Nepal agitation, where they diverge Subscriber Only
Just like Nepal, children of government officials have been targeted over their lavish lifestyles in the Philippines. For instance, one inquiry found that some officials travelled on private jets.
Sukalp SharmaSep 26, 2025
Survival by chance: Wheel well stowaways & perils of flying hidden in landing gear bay of aircraft Subscriber Only
A 13-year-old boy from Kunduz, Afghanistan arrived in Delhi on the wheel well of an aircraft. His survival was nothing short of a miracle
Nihal KoshieSep 26, 2025
While emerging talent Sachin Yadav impressed with a fourth place finish, back issues prevented Neeraj Chopra from replicating his peak form during the recent World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. What does it take to throw
Amrita Nayak DuttaSep 26, 2025
The aged aircraft with a chequered history were once the backbone of the Indian Air Force. That they have remained in service for more than six decades speaks to enduring challenges in front of the
Nihal KoshieSep 26, 2025
Where Neeraj Chopra, Arshad Nadeem and others need to improve: Javelin legend Uwe Hohn explains Subscriber Only
He revealed why Arshad Nadeem can flounder at times, how Julian Weber can touch 95m, how Keshorn Walcott nailed the gold at Tokyo, and what Chopra needs to do to return to his very best.
Anagha JayakumarSep 25, 2025
Why Denmark PM apologised for decades-long sterilisation campaign against Greenlandic women Subscriber Only
Her public apology in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, comes two weeks after the Danish government concluded a two-year investigation and released an explosive report detailing the extent of the scandal.
Arjun SenguptaSep 25, 2025
India rail-based missile launch: Thus far, only Russia, the US, China, and possibly North Korea had the capability of launching long range ballistic missiles from rail-based platforms. India now joins this club.
Arjun SenguptaSep 25, 2025
The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned the Centre’s delay in deciding the mercy plea of Rajaona, who was convicted and sentenced to death for his role in the assassination of then Punjab CM Beant Singh
Amitabh SinhaSep 25, 2025
60% uranium enrichment: Why Iran’s claims of not pursuing nuclear weapons lack credibility Subscriber Only
Iran’s supreme leader, Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei, said the enrichment of uranium had been limited to 60 per cent, instead of the 90 per cent that is generally done for nuclear weapons. But this number
Anil SasiSep 25, 2025
India’s pledge to resolve ‘legal issues’ around N-power, now part of US negotiations, is easier said than done. Here’s why Subscriber Only
With Washington DC having eased out the regulatory hurdle in the form of the 810 authorisation, the ball is now in New Delhi’s court to push through the two Indian legislations seen as an impediment
Alind ChauhanSep 25, 2025
What made Super Typhoon Ragasa so intense? Subscriber Only
Super Typhoon Ragasa, Ragasa Hong Kong impact: The storm is the most intense tropical cyclone recorded in 2025. At its peak, Ragasa was moving with the maximum sustained winds of 280 kmph.
Soumyarendra BarikSep 25, 2025
The High Court called the Sahyog portal 'an instrument of public good,' which 'stands as a beacon of cooperation' between citizens and social media intermediaries, through which the State endeavours to combat the growing menace
Ritika ChopraSep 25, 2025
Explained Interview : ‘Trump sees China as economic rival, not in geopolitical sense…in this vision, India no longer enjoys priority’ Subscriber Only
Ashley J Tellis, former senior adviser to the US ambassador to India, speaks to Ritika Chopra on how New Delhi can navigate the new realities under Trump. Edited excerpts
Vineet BhallaSep 24, 2025
The verdict concludes a significant legal battle in which X had characterised the Sahyog portal is a form of extra-legal 'censorship' and the government had defended it as an efficient tool for regulation.
Explained DeskSep 24, 2025
Ladakh protests, Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike: The issue dates back to 2019, since Article 370 was repealed and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 was passed.
Amaal SheikhSep 24, 2025
Supreme Court to decriminalise defamation? What the law says, how this may be possible Subscriber Only
As the present bench has signalled, the question of whether this colonial-era offence continues to serve a purpose in a democracy remains open. In 2016, the Supreme Court had upheld criminal defamation as constitutional.
Trisha MukherjeeSep 24, 2025
Why Frida Kahlo’s self-portraits sell for millions Subscriber Only
‘El sueño (La cama)’, or ‘The Dream (The Bed)’, by Kahlo is expected to go for an estimated $40 to $60 million at Sotheby’s upcoming New York sale on November 8. This could make it
Anil SasiSep 24, 2025
This new visa category is specifically aimed at foreign science and technology talents who meet certain conditions and requirements.
Ravi Dutta MishraSep 24, 2025
Trump’s ‘plan B’ for possible US Supreme Court setback on tariff powers, and what it could mean for India Subscriber Only
While tariffs under Section 232 would be far less sweeping than the reciprocal tariffs that Trump managed under IEEPA, the former provides much stronger legal cover. India has much to be concerned about. We explain.
Vidheesha KuntamallaSep 24, 2025
H-1B changes explained: How Trump’s proposed rule will favour higher-paid jobs over entry-level workers Subscriber Only
H-1B visa rule changes explained: Attorneys tell The Indian Express the proposal could face legal challenges before taking effect in the 2026 H-1B lottery.
Kamaldeep Singh BrarSep 24, 2025
Sikh jatha not to travel to Nankana Sahib: What is the protocol on India-Pakistan religious visits? Subscriber Only
This marks the Union government’s second successive denial of permission to two Sikh jathas to visit Pakistan. The withholding of permissions comes amid the diplomatic stand-off, where various agreements on exchanges have been put on
Rinku GhoshSep 24, 2025
Trump Tylenol autism claims, Tylenol 'pregnancy risk': Trump also recommends that vaccines such as the measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) shots should be given in a delayed manner or in smaller doses, without much
Anagha JayakumarSep 24, 2025
Explained: US Supreme Court to review Humphrey’s Executor limiting President’s powers Subscriber Only
The conservative majority court said it would review the 90-year-old ruling that limits the president’s ability to fire federal officials. Here is what to know.
Explained DeskSep 23, 2025
Explained: ‘RaptureTok’, and why some in the US think the world is ending on Tuesday Subscriber Only
The 'Rapture' rumour has captured a section of TikTok, with some users documenting their preparations in anticipation of their final journey to heaven. Here is what is going on.
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