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Repeat offenders
Pro-Khalistan slogans raised again at Toronto event in front of Trudeau; India hits back Yet another event which saw pro-Khalistan slogans being raised, this time in Toronto, has triggered diplomatic tensions between India and Canada. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was also present in the programme, which made it look like...
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North by Northeast
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Orange hills
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All is well
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Patrimonial dispute
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Turncoats
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Weather vagaries
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Cold comfort
23 April 2024 | Pioneer
New beginnings
The CJI hopes new criminal justice laws will expedite cases lingering on for long years Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud has lauded the enactment of new criminal justice laws, hailing it as a watershed moment for the nation’s judicial organ. The judiciary plays a pivotal role in shaping the...
Theatre of the absurd
The ever-falling state of polity touches a new low, trivialising life for political gains In the realm of politics, where governance and public welfare should reign supreme, a disturbing trend has emerged — the trivialisation of human life for the sake of political benefits. Recent events surrounding Delhi’s Chief Minister Arvind...
Time bomb
Currently at 1.44 billion, India’s population may double in 77 years unless we curb the trend India stands at a pivotal juncture in its demographic journey; its population already surpassing China’s to reach a staggering 1.44 billion. The prospect of this number potentially doubling within 77 years presents a formidable challenge....
SC votes for EVMs
The apex court has summarily rejected the idea of reverting to ballot papers for registering votes General elections would be held through Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) as the Supreme Court has voiced its disapproval of criticism directed towards them; it has summarily dismissed the idea of reverting to ballot papers. This...
Shower of blessings
For the first time in a decade, IMD predicts above-normal rainfall across the nation The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has marked a significant milestone by releasing its long-term forecast. For the first time in a decade, the IMD has predicted above-average rainfall across almost the entire expanse of the country. This...
Damage control
World leaders scramble to soothe tempers after Iran’s retaliatory attack on Israel for Damascus The fragile peace equilibrium in West Asia has been hit once again, with Iran launching a direct attack on Israel and escalating tensions. Fresh apprehensions reverberated globally, prompting swift diplomatic action from President Joe Biden who, besides...
Promises to keep
The BJP unveils its Lok Sabha poll manifesto with emphasis on ‘GYAN’ and development The ruling BJP has unveiled its long-awaited manifesto, ‘Sankalp Patra’, for the Lok Sabha elections, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasising the party’s commitment to the welfare of ‘GYAN’ — Garib, Yuva, Annadaata and Naari Shakti (the...
