Srinagar: The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Tuesday submitted a formal deputation to the Srinagar Police Station, demanding the immediate arrest of the school official who allegedly handed over classroom keys to an individual accused of harassing a female student. The incident, which took place inside a school classroom, has sparked widespread outrage across
Agartala: The Bharatiya Janata Mazdoor Sangh (BJMS) on Tuesday submitted a formal deputation to the Labour Commissioner at the Office Lane headquarters in Agartala, raising a multi-point charter of demands aimed at safeguarding the welfare of the working class. A large delegation of union members and labor leaders gathered at the office to press for
Agartala: In a bid to combat the rising threat of substance abuse among youth, the East Agartala Regional Committee of the All India Democratic Women’s Association (AIDWA) on Tuesday submitted a formal deputation to the Agartala East Women’s Police Station. The delegation, comprising local women leaders and residents, raised serious concerns over the growing influx
Air is the most basic necessity of life. A person can survive days without food and hours without water, but only minutes without air. Yet, despite its importance, the quality of the air millions of Indians breathe every day continues to deteriorate. While pollution has been discussed for years, it remains one of India’s most
India’s cities are growing at an unprecedented pace. Driven by economic opportunities, infrastructure development, and population growth, urban centres have become the engines of the nation’s progress. From Mumbai and Delhi to Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and emerging Tier-2 cities, urban expansion is reshaping the country’s landscape. However, behind the impressive skylines and ambitious development projects lies
In an age where a message can travel across continents in seconds and a video call can connect families separated by thousands of miles, one might assume that loneliness would be declining. Technology has made communication easier than ever before. Social media platforms, instant messaging applications, and digital communities allow people to remain connected around
Israel has announced plans to install a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a move officials say will strengthen people‑to‑people ties and highlight the long‑standing cultural connection between Indians and Jews. Yaniv Revach, Israel’s Consul General in Mumbai, said the initiative was inspired partly by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic visit to Israel and aims to
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked 12 uninterrupted years in office, calling the period one of “trust, development and public welfare” while outlining key achievements across welfare, infrastructure, women’s empowerment, youth development and national security. Modi first assumed office in May 2014 and began his third consecutive term on 9 June 2024, making him the longest
A US federal judge’s decision to strike down the Trump administration’s proposed $100,000 H‑1B visa fee has triggered a fierce wave of online anger, with much of the backlash directed at Indian tech professionals, who make up the largest share of H‑1B holders. Judge Leo Sorokin ruled the fee an “unauthorised tax” and therefore unconstitutional
A major political crisis is unfolding in Pakistan‑occupied Jammu & Kashmir (POJK), where protest leaders have accused Pakistani authorities of unleashing a “massacre” against demonstrators demanding basic rights and political reforms. Shaukat Mir, a senior figure in the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), said security forces opened direct fire on peaceful protesters in Rawalakot, claiming
