The Supreme Court’s stay on UGC’s new education rules has ignited a firestorm of reactions, with prominent farmer leader Rakesh Tikait voicing strong apprehensions about rising legal disputes and societal rifts. In an IANS interview, Tikait recounted the swift public uproar that caught judicial attention. ‘Courts demanded full disclosure of documents to scrutinize shortcomings and decide on amendments or suspension,’ he explained. Urging stakeholder consultations, especially with castes perceiving harm, Tikait cautioned against national fragmentation. ‘Repeated caste-based conflicts could splinter India, making collective action in tough times unfeasible,’ he observed. Tikait portrayed the rules as a government ploy yielding no…
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GOA: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri set the tone at India Energy Week 2026 with bold projections for India’s energy future. On Thursday, he reaffirmed the feasibility of $500 billion investment inflows, alongside $100 billion in upstream exploration and production, all propelled by PM Modi’s strategic oversight. In a candid chat, Puri recounted a pivotal CEO roundtable with the Prime Minister on January 27, deliberating fresh avenues in the energy domain. India’s holistic integration of security, green initiatives, and development forms the bedrock of this momentum. The minister’s excitement peaked discussing the landmark EU-India FTA. ‘A monumental development,’ he called…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have redefined dominance in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, clinching a record-extending sixth league stage win to book their finals ticket. The Vadodara showdown against UP Warriors saw RCB cruise to an eight-wicket victory with a whopping 41 balls remaining, underscoring their unchallenged supremacy. Reflecting on their chase prowess, RCB had previously hunted down targets against UP Warriors (47 balls spare this season) and Gujarat Giants (45 balls in 2024 Bengaluru). Six triumphs from eight outings not only shattered records but also tied RCB with past powerhouses like Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians, all with six…
In a momentous declaration at a Jalandhar event marking the 649th Guru Purb of Shri Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj, popular Sufi singer and ex-BJP parliamentarian Hans Raj Hans conveyed festive greetings while firmly closing the door on his political career. The occasion brimmed with reverence for the saint-poet who championed social justice. Hans lauded Ravidas as ‘the savior of the downtrodden who demolished barriers of prejudice and pledged Begumpura – an ideal society without high or low. Remembering Begumpura could transform into our nation’s song of unity.’ Delving into his shift, Hans confessed, ‘Politics is history for me. I’m oblivious…
In a major setback for gender equality, Bangladesh’s interim government under Muhammad Yunus has utterly failed to institutionalize women’s role in politics, according to a damning Thursday report. Known worldwide for microfinance’s empowerment of women, Yunus’s team has overlooked bolstering female presence in decision-making arenas. Even with a reform agenda, no firm steps were taken to protect or expand women’s political involvement. Political parties’ structures actively block their entry, and this governmental passivity could erode existing participation further. Data from The Daily Star reveals the extent of the problem post-nomination deadline: women candidates hover around 4% in general seats across…
Forget the usual nightlife frenzy—Mumbai’s Gen Z is rediscovering roots through an unexpected hit: Bhajan Clubbing. Actor Aparshakti Khurana, known for his versatile roles, recently experienced this spiritual rave in Ludhiana and couldn’t contain his excitement. Taking to Instagram, he shared snapshots of Paddy Shivoham’s live set, declaring it a goosebump-inducing spectacle packed with divine energy. ‘Performing live in front of a huge crowd in Ludhiana, my favorite artists and Paddy Shivoham band will give you chills,’ he wrote. ‘I’ve sensed this sacred vibe in their studio too—their music is deeply spiritual.’ Bhajan Clubbing flips the script on traditional devotionals.…
In a compelling address at IRADe’s global summit on sustainable energy transitions, Dr. PK Mishra, Principal Secretary to PM Narendra Modi, hailed India’s green revolution as a template for developing worlds. Clean energy, he declared, is no longer siloed in power sectors but integral to India’s developmental ethos, boosting competitiveness, inclusion, and security. Drawing from PM Modi’s India Energy Week remarks, Dr. Mishra envisioned a prosperous India rooted in pristine power, eco-friendly progress, and enduring lifestyles. He distilled India’s odyssey into twin takeaways. Ambitious aims require ironclad institutions, steady funding streams, and dogged implementation—evident in preempting 2030 solar targets by…
With Bangladesh’s general elections looming on February 12, campaign rhetoric has veered into dangerous territory. Several parties now claim opposing them equates to betraying Islam, a strategy exposed in a Thursday report as a recurring tool to demonize rivals amid legitimacy crises. The report paints a grim picture of religious overreach nationwide: bans on music classes citing piety, vandalism at Sufi shrines, intimidation of drama troupes, and ideological overhauls in schoolbooks. In Prothom Alo, analyst Hasan Firdous delves into this history, linking it to the Pakistani military’s 1971 genocide against Bengalis, where faith was weaponized to excuse atrocities. Firdous warns…
Bihar’s administration is ramping up its AgriStack initiative with clear directives and rewards for high achievers. Chief Secretary Pratyay Amrit led a detailed review, dissecting ongoing works and future milestones in farmer digitization. A statewide mission-mode drive kicks off February 2, targeting farmer registry under PM Kisan. District Magistrates received strict instructions to prioritize state interests and expedite registrations to advance to phase two. Incentive structures are designed to motivate: Rs 1.5 lakh for districts hitting 50% PM Kisan registration targets, and Rs 50,000 for those reaching 35%. This performance-based approach ensures accountability. Farmers will register free of charge, with…
In a move that’s pure entertainment gold, Nia Sharma stormed back into ‘Laughter Chefs Unlimited’ Season 3 with a viral video that’s cracking up the internet. Shared straight from the Mumbai sets on Thursday, the clip masterfully parodies the trending ‘Zero Civic Sense’ challenge dominating feeds everywhere. The trend originated from influencer Amulya Ratna’s clip, where she’s mid-outfit check in public, only for a phone-talking stranger to photobomb her without a word. Amulya’s sarcastic remark on civic sense etiquette exploded online, spawning memes, trolls, and apologies from the creator herself. Nia, ever the trendsetter, adapted it brilliantly to her chaotic…