Acharya Prashant urges Sonam Wangchuk to break his fast, says on NEET crisis a system can't be honest if its builders are dishonest within

IANS | July 16, 2026 9:18 AM

Panaji, July 16 (IANS) Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant, speaking at length on the NEET paper leak, the student suicides and the protests that have followed, has said the crisis is not merely an administrative lapse but "a sign of a far deeper crisis in our education system and our society."

BJP workers celebrate in Varanasi after Centre approves Ganga-Varuna elevated corridor

IANS | July 16, 2026 1:09 AM

Varanasi, July 16 (IANS) An atmosphere of enthusiasm and vigour was witnessed among Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in Varanasi after the Central government's approval for the construction of a state-of-the-art, six-lane Ganga-Varuna elevated corridor along the banks of the Ganga river.

'Zero-risk mission': How Gujarat Police is securing India's second-biggest Rath Yatra

IANS | July 15, 2026 10:47 PM

Ahmedabad, July 15 (IANS) As lakhs of devotees prepare to line the streets of Ahmedabad on Thursday for Lord Jagannath's 149th Rath Yatra, the city administration has mounted one of its largest-ever security operations, combining thousands of police personnel, artificial intelligence, facial recognition, drone surveillance, GPS tracking and extensive community outreach in an effort to ensure what senior officers describe as a "zero-risk" celebration.

'Reenergising reading': Amrita Tripathi's jump from writing books to acing publishing

Vikas Datta | July 15, 2026 5:32 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) Authors and book lovers can be discerned by a few major traits, including a curiosity in all phases of a book's production, a readiness to embrace a new role in the process, as well as a marked inclination to attract others - in these days of limited attention spans - to the joys of reading, be it for pleasure or profit. Amrita Tripathi meets these criteria.

Agra artisans thank PM Modi for bringing global recognition to 'Pietra Dura' craftmanship

IANS | July 14, 2026 9:32 PM

Agra, July 14 (IANS) Artisans in Agra, who have been involved in their generational craft of making 'Pietra Dura' artworks, on Tuesday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he presented an elegant marble inlay work box featuring the renowned Indian craftmanship to Governor-General of Australia Sam Mostyn AC, during his recent visit to the country.

CBI files 16th chargesheet against builder firm, bank officials in Noida homebuyer fraud cases

IANS | July 14, 2026 2:08 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) In a major development in its ongoing probe into large-scale homebuyer fraud, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed its 16th chargesheet against M/s Saha Infratech Pvt Ltd, its director, and officials of HDFC Bank Ltd and ICICI Bank Ltd for their alleged involvement in fraudulent activities linked to a housing project in Noida, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.

'Empowered or Oppressed?': Tracing the feminine fate across the ancient Indian ethos (IANS Book Review)

Vikas Datta | July 14, 2026 11:01 AM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The feminine, leaving aside the sacred feminine motif present in several religions, is not just a concept of the human condition but rather a facet of creation itself, given its role in gestation and nurturing. Even if it is viewed as half of the equation of life, it unfortunately does not reflect in the social configuration, or the infamous patriarchy, which long deprived women of their due status and agency.

UNICEF says 3.7 million children at heightened risk of malnutrition in Afghanistan in 2026

IANS | July 13, 2026 3:17 PM

Kabul, July 13 (IANS) As many as 3.7 million children aged below five years are at increased risk of undernutrition in Afghanistan in 2026 due to child food and nutrition insecurity, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said in a report.

Pakistan's judiciary bent into weapon as an extension of the security state: Report

IANS | July 12, 2026 9:15 PM

Islamabad, July 12 (IANS) Pakistan's judiciary has been deliberately bent into a weapon, as an extension of the security state it was meant to restrain, an article said citing the latest findings from an international human rights NGO.

Soaring housing costs pose threat to global financial stability: WEF

IANS | July 12, 2026 9:06 PM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) Housing costs across 21 countries frequently exceed affordable limits, which is leading to continuous wealth erosion and threatening financial stability, and this crisis is expected to pressure household budgets and retirement savings, particularly for younger generations facing demographic shifts, according to a report released by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

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Acharya Prashant urges Sonam Wangchuk to break his fast, says on NEET crisis a system can't be honest if its builders are dishonest within

BJP workers celebrate in Varanasi after Centre approves Ganga-Varuna elevated corridor

'Zero-risk mission': How Gujarat Police is securing India's second-biggest Rath Yatra

'Reenergising reading': Amrita Tripathi's jump from writing books to acing publishing

Agra artisans thank PM Modi for bringing global recognition to 'Pietra Dura' craftmanship

CBI files 16th chargesheet against builder firm, bank officials in Noida homebuyer fraud cases

'Empowered or Oppressed?': Tracing the feminine fate across the ancient Indian ethos (IANS Book Review)

UNICEF says 3.7 million children at heightened risk of malnutrition in Afghanistan in 2026

Pakistan's judiciary bent into weapon as an extension of the security state: Report

Soaring housing costs pose threat to global financial stability: WEF

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