Article Today, New Delhi:The Supreme Court was rocked by an unprecedented incident when a lawyer hurled a shoe at Dalit Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai. The attack occurred during a hearing related to a petition on the restoration of a Vishnu idol. The lawyer, Rakesh Kishore, accused the CJI of insulting Sanatana…
Article Today, New Delhi:Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), one of India’s largest IT firms, has initiated a workforce reduction plan that will affect nearly 12,000 employees, about two per cent of its global strength. The company has cited client demands, automation, and shifting technology needs as reasons for the move. However, the scale of the retrenchment…
Article Today, New Delhi:As many as 10,786 farmers and agricultural labourers ended their lives in 2023, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). The figure, though slightly lower than 2022, reflects persistent distress in the farm sector. Over the past decade, more than one lakh people associated with farming have died by suicide. Analysts…
Article Today, New Delhi:The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the addition of 5,000 postgraduate and 5,023 MBBS seats in government medical colleges. The government said the move aims to address the shortage of medical professionals in remote areas. Quality Under QuestionThe decision has drawn sharp criticism from health experts and…
Article Today, New Delhi:Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent tweet invoking ‘Gen Z’ has sparked intense debate across political circles. By specifically highlighting the younger generation, he appeared to echo the wave of youth-led protests that recently reshaped politics in Nepal. His words have now become a focal point in the broader political battle. Context from…
Article Today, New Delhi:Vizianagaram MP Kalishetti Appalanayudu has emerged as one of the best-performing Members of Parliament in the latest report released by the Lok Sabha. Covering the period between June 24, 2024, and April 4, 2025, the report assessed members on attendance, participation in debates, and questions raised. Mr. Appalanayudu secured the first position…
Article Today, New Delhi:A recent study by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has revealed that India’s democracy is increasingly controlled by political families. The report noted that nearly one-fifth of the country’s 5,204 MPs, MLAs, and MLCs entered politics as heirs of established leaders. In the Lok Sabha, 31 per cent of members belong…
Article Today, New Delhi:The GST Council has announced a significant reform in the tax structure. From September 22, the Council will retain two main slabs at 5 per cent and 18 per cent. However, items considered harmful to public health and luxury products will attract a higher tax of 40 per cent. The government said…
Article Today, New Delhi:The Supreme Court has come down heavily on the continued absence of functional CCTV cameras in police stations and investigation rooms across the country. Despite its directions issued five years ago, the Court noted that many facilities still lack surveillance systems. In several instances, cameras exist but remain non-operational. Custodial Deaths Under…
Article Today, New Delhi:The Delhi government is preparing to roll out a WhatsApp-based governance platform to deliver key public services. Officials say the initiative will allow citizens to obtain documents such as driving licences, marriage certificates, and caste certificates without visiting government offices. The project is aimed at saving time and making services more accessible….
