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Explainer | Why Muslim quota comes under OBC reservation, ask experts

Experts point out that several Muslim communities are included in the Other Backward Classes reservation at the central and state levels to address their historical socio-economic disadvantages.

Has the government rolled the Production-Linked Incentive scheme dice and lost?

'Shocks our conscience': SC rips into UP government for 'high-handed' house demolitions in Prayagraj

More details about Trump Gold Card scheme revealed as US says 1000 sold in just one day

A collage of comedian Kunal Kamra (R) and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

'Don’t fear this mob': Kunal Kamra refuses to apologise for Shinde jibe at stand-up show

The comedian also questioned whether fair action will be taken against those who vandalised the venue where his comedy show had been filmed.

Interview | Most oppressed need to be empowered: Kishor Makwana

Ambedkar envisioned reservation as a means to address social backwardness faced by SCs and STs: Panel chief

Nation

Finance bill a ‘classic case of patchwork’, says Tharoor

On the other hand, Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra accused the government of favoring crony capitalists over small businesses and workers.

Government withdraws 20 per cent duty on onion export, decision to come into effect from April 1

Duty on onion exports cut by 20%, farmers will have edge in international markets: Government

Task force to check rising trend of student suicides

SC seeks Maharashtra response on demolition of house

Guwahati Diary | Sniffer dogs to combat crimes against wildlife

Decision of the collegium follows in-house inquiry into alleged cash recovery after fire at his Delhi residence

SC Collegium transfers Justice Yashwant Varma to Allahabad HC; Bar body seeks impeachment, judgment scrutiny

The Maharashtra government has warned of stern action against stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra for his satirical remarks on Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, calling him a “traitor.”

Maharashtra government warns action against Kunal Kamra, plans to freeze bank accounts

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Has the government rolled the Production-Linked Incentive scheme dice and lost?

Drishyam was a movie that was praised for its creativity and acting, but did it also have a role in triggering the recent crime wave that has shaken up Kerala?

Drishyams of violence: Is Malayalam cinema being scapegoated for rising crimes in Kerala?

INTERVIEW | Ignorance about historical Aurangzeb, anti-Muslim hate undergird calls to destroy his tomb: Audrey Truschke

Watching Shahid, a film that captured Mumbai with raw honesty through its guerrilla-style shooting.

Hansal Mehta, Shahid and the art of teaching an old director new tricks

Is the Everything Bubble bursting and is another Great Depression looming?

A special train, organized by the army for the wounded and survivors rescued by security forces from a passenger train attacked by insurgents, arrives at a railway station in Much, in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province, Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Jaffar Express hijacking: Why Pakistan's internal security remains off the rails

Malicious campaigns aimed at spreading disinformation have grown rapidly, affecting political opinions, sowing distrust, and even fueling violent acts (Image used for representative purposes)

Battling India’s infodemic: Why we urgently need a comprehensive law to counter fake news

The second season of Paatal Lok launched in January

Tribal conflicts to tyranny: Paatal Lok 2 holds a gritty, unflinching mirror to India’s dark realities