DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran’s recent comments contrasting Tamil Nadu’s social development with the conditions in northern states have ignited a political controversy, with the BJP accusing the Dravidian party of fostering divisiveness between the regions. The remarks, made during an event where the DMK government distributed free laptops to college students, were widely interpreted as

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The Supreme Court’s recent split verdict on the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption (PC) Act has once again brought into sharp focus a prolonged and complex legal struggle over the extent to which the State can protect its officials from criminal investigation. With Justices BV Nagarathna and KV Viswanathan delivering

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India on Wednesday issued strong advisories urging its citizens in Iran to leave the country amid escalating unrest and growing fears of regional conflict. The advisory comes after weeks of nationwide protests in Iran, which have reportedly resulted in around 2,000 fatalities, and heightened international tensions following threats of possible military action by the United States. Advisories for

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The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has defended its decision to reduce the qualifying percentile for NEET-PG 2025 to zero for candidates in reserved categories, citing the need to fill unoccupied postgraduate medical seats across India. The move, announced on January 13, 2026, has sparked a debate within the medical community over academic standards, meritocracy, and

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In a significant move to mainstream mental health support in India’s universities and colleges, the University Grants Commission (UGC) on Wednesday issued draft guidelines requiring all higher educational institutions (HEIs) to establish dedicated mental health and well-being centres and monitoring committees. The draft, titled the Uniform Policy on Mental Health and Well-Being for Higher Educational Institutions, marks a major step toward institutionalising mental

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The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday disposed of a petition filed by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) challenging the Enforcement Directorate (ED) over allegations of seizure of sensitive poll-related documents during a January 8 search at political strategy firm I-PAC. The court’s decision came after the ED clarified that no papers or digital devices were seized during the operation, contradicting the TMC’s claims

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As Startup India completes a decade, the government is preparing a strategic pivot to further strengthen India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, particularly in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), deep tech, and frontier innovation, officials said on Wednesday. The new roadmap is expected to be unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday during the 10th anniversary celebrations, coinciding with National Startup

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently reflected on the significance of the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam, highlighting its role in fostering cultural exchange, national integration, and the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’. In a detailed statement, the Prime Minister traced the history, evolution, and impact of this unique initiative that celebrates the deep-rooted connection between Tamil Nadu and Kashi. The Prime

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Amid ongoing unrest in Iran, Air India and IndiGo Airlines have issued travel advisories warning passengers of potential flight delays and cancellations due to the sudden closure of Iranian airspace. Both airlines cited safety concerns as the primary reason for altering flight operations, urging travellers to check their flight status and make necessary adjustments to travel plans. In a

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After more than three decades of relentless litigation, the Supreme Court of India has intervened to deliver justice in a long-standing civil property dispute in Pune. Invoking its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution, the apex court directed that possession of a 36-guntha property in Dhayari village be handed over to Hemchandra Rajaram Bhonsale by February 15, bringing

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