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Union law minister Arjun Ram Meghwal has questioned the Opposition objections to lateral entry, saying it was present even during the time of Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi. And he had a point to make about the UPA’s two-time Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh. “They recruited whoever they wanted. They (the Congress) never had anything to…

An Indian Air Force fighter jet “inadvertently” released an “air store” today at the Pokhran Firing Range in Rajasthan. The Air Force said no injuries have been reported and a court of inquiry has been ordered.  The Indian Air Force in a statement said the incident occurred due to a technical malfunction. “An inadvertent release…

The internet has introduced us to a wide array of culinary innovations, from mango momos to dahi Maggi, showcasing some truly bizarre food experiments on our timelines. While many of these dishes have left us puzzled, people haven’t hesitated to create new culinary concoctions. The latest trend is the Bhatura Burger. In a video, someone…

The thyroid may be a small, butterfly-shaped gland in our neck, but it plays an important role when it comes to our overall health. Often overlooked, the thyroid plays a vital role in regulating energy levels, metabolism, and even mood. Yet, even after its importance, many of us neglect this gland’s functioning and end up…

A reactor exploded in Andhra Pradesh’s Anakapalle district, injuring over 18 people. The explosion took place at the Achutapuram Special Economic Zone. The explosion occurred at the Escientia Company, a pharma firm’s plant, in the Special Economic Zone. The injured have been shifted to the NTR Hospital for treatment. The accident took place during lunchtime,…

Scientific discovery is one of the most sophisticated human activities. First, scientists must understand the existing knowledge and identify a significant gap. Next, they must formulate a research question and design and conduct an experiment in pursuit of an answer. Then, they must analyse and interpret the results of the experiment, which may raise yet…

A 40-year-old Indian doctor was held in a US jail on a USD 2 million bond after being charged with multiple sex crimes for allegedly recording hundreds of nude images and videos of children and women over several years, according to media reports. Oumair Aejaz was arrested earlier on August 8 after he allegedly placed…

Ever since Kolkata and the rest of India woke up on August 9 to the chilling news of the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at the city’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, the name of the institution’s former Principal Sandip Ghosh has been in the headlines. Sandeep Ghosh’s actions — or…

Food adulteration is becoming an everyday issue in India, with reports of tainted ingredients like ghee, fruits, and now garlic. Garlic, a staple in Indian kitchens, recently made headlines when a video surfaced online showing fake garlic made from cement in Maharashtra’s Akola district. The clip, which showed a man peeling a garlic bulb that…

Democratic organisers are inundated with Indian American youth “coming out of the woodwork” to support Kamala Harris. Rajeev Bhateja, co-founder of the group They See Blue, which mobilises South Asian American voters, points to a spike in volunteer signups to canvas for the Democratic Presidential nominee. “High school and college students are reaching out. It’s…