From 176 Million Voters to Ballot Boxes: The Man Behind India
Discover how Sukumar Sen overcame the enormous logistical challenges of organising India's first two general elections and helped establish the foundations of electoral democracy.
People of Purpose: Salaam Bombay Foundation
Gaurav Arora empowers young people through vocational training, entrepreneurship and financial independence at Salaam Bombay Foundation.
DPDP Act Under Supreme Court Scrutiny: 21 Media Groups Challenge India
The DNPA argues that the DPDP Act, 2023, lacks a specific journalistic exemption and could affect investigative reporting and confidential sources.
Microsoft Offers Buyouts To Around 60,000 Employees Across India, US, UK
Microsoft has opened a time-limited voluntary exit programme for eligible employees as it reshapes its workforce amid heavy AI investment.
Nine prison personnel have been suspended after 17 inmates escaped from Tamil Nadus Theni sub-jail, prompting a multi-district search operation, with five escapees reportedly recaptured and 12 still at large.
From educational resources and healthcare support to womens empowerment and solar lighting, Avaada Foundation is addressing essential needs in tribal communities
Over 12,000 Maharashtra Farmers Begin Vehicle-Led March To Mumbai, Demand Drought Relief
More than 12,000 farmers from 20+ districts are marching towards Mumbai, demanding adequate drought compensation, loan relief, crop insurance and land rights.
Calcutta High Court Orders Social Media Platforms To Remove Modi
The Calcutta High Court orders social media platforms to remove a ModiAdani documentary amid an ongoing defamation dispute.
How A Damaged Curd Packet On Blinkit Led To An Alleged
A 56-year-old Bengaluru resident lost 98,000 after dialling an unverified customer care number of Blinkit found on Google to seek a refund for a damaged curd packet.
13-Year-Old Ojaswini Saraswat Makes Golf History, Claims Best Amateur Award At Women
The 13-year-old Indian amateur bounced back from a 79 with a seven-birdie 69 to become the youngest player to make the tournament cut.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar Warns Bengaluru IT Firms After
A viral video alleging that Bengaluru IT companies favour Telugu and Tamil speakers over Kannada-speaking candidates has prompted Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to warn of action.
Delhi Lawyers Strike Over Alleged Police Threat; District Courts To Remain Closed On Tuesday
Delhis district court lawyers abstained from work after an ACP was accused of intimidation, while police booked 1520 advocates over alleged misconduct.
ECI Suspends 6 Officials, Orders Action Against 21 Others Over Alleged Agra Teachers
The Election Commission has ordered disciplinary proceedings against 21 personnel after suspending six officials over supervisory lapses that led to a re-poll at three Agra polling stations.
Five Killed In Guwahati Hotel Shooting After Suspected Dispute Between Owner And Leaseholder
Five people were killed in a Guwahati hotel shooting linked by police to a suspected lease dispute.
Odisha Shuts Educational Institutions In 6 Districts As Cyclone Arnab Approaches
Schools, colleges and Anganwadi centres will remain closed on October 28 and 29 as Odisha intensifies precautions ahead of Cyclone Arnab.
From A Bihar Village To Commanding A Ship: Capt. Ritu Kumari
From preparing for IIT-JEE to commanding MT Jag Pavitra, Ritu Kumaris 16-year maritime career marks a milestone for women in shipping.
ECI Tells Supreme Court All SIR Decisions Were Unanimous, Denies Changes To Form 6
The poll panel rejected allegations of unilateral decision-making, denied changing Form 6 and defended its SIR process before the Supreme Court.
From overcoming educational discrimination to co-founding Bollant Industries, Srikanth Bolla is championing inclusive employment and sustainable manufacturing.
Inspired by daughter Dhritis love for art, Shweta Runwal founded Tickle Your Art to showcase original artwork by artists with intellectual disabilities and create meaningful employment.
New US Immigration Deadline Rules Take Effect, Affecting Green Card And Visa Applicants
USCIS has revised how certain immigration filing deadlines are calculated, requiring applicants to distinguish between qualifying paper filings, online submissions and strict eligibility cut-offs.
343 Voter IDs With Indore Addresses Found Along Narmada River, Congress Demands FIR And Probe
343 voter IDs reportedly bearing Indore addresses were recovered along the Narmada in Mandleshwar, prompting Congress to seek an FIR and investigation.
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari Calls CJP
Suvendu Adhikari targets CJP with sharp rhetoric as debates over youth dissent and political polarisation intensify in Bengal.
PV Sindhu Claims Badminton Silver At French Open, Falls To World No. 1 An Se Young
PV Sindhu took the opening game and led 8-5 in the decider before An Se Young fought back to win the French Open and extend her winning streak to 50 matches.
Gujarat Declares 4 Districts Drought-Hit Despite 89% Monsoon Rainfall; Farmers To Get
Devbhumi Dwarka, Kutch, Jamnagar and Porbandar face severe rainfall deficits as Gujarat announces financial, employment and livestock relief.
CM Vijay Cuts Aviation Fuel Tax From 29% To 1% At Tamil Nadu Airports, Centre Welcomes Move
Tamil Nadu's aviation fuel tax cuts aim to reduce airline costs and improve regional connectivity, drawing appreciation from the Union Civil Aviation Minister.
How Nek Chand Transformed Discarded Materials Into Chandigarh
Nek Chand turned discarded materials into Chandigarhs iconic Rock Garden, inspiring creative reuse and sustainable living.
Lula Da Silva Makes Historic Comeback, Wins His Fourth Brazil Presidency With 51.79% Votes
Lula overturned a first-round deficit to defeat Flvio Bolsonaro by 4.4 million votes, securing Brazils first fourth non-consecutive presidential term.
Telangana: Hyderabad Water Board Reportedly Declares Emergency Over Acute Water Shortage
Driven by critically depleted reservoirs and soaring tanker dependency, Hyderabad declares a water emergency, enforcing strict rationing and penalising non-essential usage.
Indian para-shooter Mona Agarwal returned to India after winning two gold medals, setting a world record of 357.5 and serving as Indias flag-bearer alongside Nishad Kumar at the closing ceremony.
Rahul Gandhi Acquitted by MP-MLA Court in 2018 Amit Shah Defamation Case After 8 Years
A Sultanpur court ruled that Rahul Gandhis 2018 remarks about Amit Shah were not defamatory, while the complainant considers an appeal.
Ahmedabad to Host 2029 World Weightlifting Championships, Marking First Senior Edition in India
Ahmedabad will stage Indias first senior Weightlifting World Championships in 2029, with the event also expected to aid 2030 Commonwealth Games qualification.
Following an intense hunger strike, Jamia Millia Islamia administration issued an official order pledging union elections within 15 days of constitution approval and revoking disciplinary actions against protesting students.
Two Men Die After Slabs of Under-Construction Building Collapse in Harsh Vihar, Delhi
Two men died after slabs of an under-construction house collapsed in Harsh Vihar, prompting a multi-agency rescue operation.
From Abusive Marriage To DSP: Haryana
After returning to her parental home, raising her son and losing her husband, Haryanas Anju Yadav pursued competitive examinations and became a DSP in Rajasthan.
How Archana Jaisal Brings 100 Rupee Coaching To Rural Uttar Pradesh Children
Archana Jaisal launched Shiksha Saathi, providing 100 rupee coaching to over 7,000 rural children while empowering local women educators.
How African Cities Turn Discarded Plastic Waste Into Sustainable Public Infrastructure
African cities are repurposing non-recyclable plastic waste into durable public infrastructure, converting urban environmental hazards into shade structures and community amenities.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Hails Operation Trident After 18 Arrests, 1,424 Bank Accounts Frozen
Operation Trident targets an alleged cross-border drug network, with 18 arrests and 1,424 bank accounts frozen.
India has urged citizens in Saudi Arabia to follow local laws and avoid filming missile interceptions as flight suspensions disrupt travel to Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah.
Cyclone Arnab Alert: Schools Shut In 5 Odisha Districts As Andhra, Tamil Nadu Step Up Preparations
Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu have intensified cyclone preparations, with school closures, evacuation shelters and rescue teams on standby ahead of a possible October 28 landfall.
Congress Expects 10 Lakh People at November 1 Rally Demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Congress expects 10 lakh people at the INDIA blocs November 1 Delhi rally demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars removal over alleged electoral irregularities and concerns about voter rights.
Save The Vote, Save The Country: Rahul Gandhi Urges Citizens To Join Chalo Dilli March On November 1
The Congress leader has appealed to students, farmers, workers, women, youth and traders to join the Delhi rally amid opposition protests over the Election Commissions SIR exercise.
NHPC Office, Police Station Set Ablaze Amid 11,200 MW Siang Project Protests In Arunachal Pradesh
Protests against the proposed 11,200 MW Siang hydropower project escalated into arson and vandalism, prompting an opposition inquiry demand and government appeals for dialogue.
FIAs PRAGATI programme combines AI, life skills and career exposure to help government-school students in Rajasthan prepare for future opportunities.
Indian-Origin Chess Prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan Breaks Judit Polgar
At just 11 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan secured her third International Master norm at the European Club Cup, surpassing Judit Polgars record set in 1988.
Typhoon Champi Leaves 1 Dead, Hundreds Injured As Powerful Winds Batter Taiwan
Typhoon Champi brushed Taiwans northeastern coast, leaving one dead and hundreds injured as powerful winds, rain and waves disrupted life.
AISA President Neha Bora Appears Before SEM After HC Rejects Plea, Next Hearing On October 29
AISA president Neha Bora received documents relied upon by authorities after the Delhi HC dismissed her challenge, with hearing set for October 29.
Free Kashmir Slogan Row At Jamia Millia Islamia As University Moves Classes Online Amid Protests
Jamia Millia Islamia has shifted all classes online until further notice amid student protests demanding the restoration of elected union polls and controversy over slogans found on campus walls.
Hope springs eternal | Aditi Mangaldas's 'The Absence of PRESENCE'
Hope springs eternal | Aditi Mangaldas's 'The Absence of PRESENCE'
Celebrating bonds | Mumbai's Prithvi Festival 2026
Celebrating bonds | Mumbai's Prithvi Festival 2026
Her second act | Mauli Singh in 'Birds in the Dark'
Her second act | Mauli Singh in 'Birds in the Dark'
Finding a common rhythm | 'In-Rhythm' exhibition @ KNMA, Delhi
Finding a common rhythm | 'In-Rhythm' exhibition @ KNMA, Delhi
The unsung modernist | 'Figures of Resilience' exhibition @ Kolkata's Art Exposure Gallery
The unsung modernist | 'Figures of Resilience' exhibition @ Kolkata's Art Exposure Gallery
Living traditions | Treasure of India's 'Navratna: Indigenous Masters' exhibition
Living traditions | Treasure of India's 'Navratna: Indigenous Masters' exhibition
Cat on the roof of the world | Kulbhushansingh Suryawanshi's 'The Ghost of the Mountains'
Cat on the roof of the world | Kulbhushansingh Suryawanshi's 'The Ghost of the Mountains'
The citizenship of roots | T.R. Shankar Raman's 'The Trees of My Country'
The citizenship of roots | T.R. Shankar Raman's 'The Trees of My Country'
Q&A with Kailash Kher | Soul music
Q&A with Kailash Kher | Soul music
Indian Physicist Professor Ashoke Sen Becomes First Indian To Win Oskar Klein Medal In 2026
Professor Ashoke Sen becomes the first Indian physicist to win the 2026 Oskar Klein Medal for pioneering theoretical physics research.
We Will Not Sign Peace Bond: AISA Chief Neha Bora Refuses 10,000 Bond After Delhi HC Rejects Plea
AISA president Neha Bora opposes a 10,000 peace bond notice linked to protest-related allegations after the Delhi High Court rejects her challenge and directs authorities to follow due process.
Compare the best car insurance plans in India for 2026, exploring coverage, add-ons, premiums, claim support and cashless garage networks.
India Helps 3,000 Stranded Umrah Pilgrims Return From Saudi Arabia, Efforts Continue For Others: MEA
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju says stranded Indian Umrah pilgrims have returned safely, while authorities continue helping others amid flight disruptions in Saudi Arabia.
The Woman Whose Secret Radio Broadcasts Helped Liberate Goa From Portuguese Rule
Goan freedom fighter Libia Lobo Sardesai challenged Portuguese censorship through underground radio broadcasts before announcing Goas liberation in 1961.
Philippines Volunteers Turn Plastic Waste Into a Floating Pathway for Schoolchildren
Volunteers in the Philippines reportedly reused plastic bottles to build a floating pathway, potentially helping children reach school during floods.
Another Epic Fury: US President Trump Warns Iran Of Fresh Strikes As Tehran Says Dont Play With Fire
Donald Trump warns of renewed military action if Iran fails to reach a deal, while Tehran threatens retaliation after a US envoy says a strike could happen this weekend.
NCERT Introduces Computational Thinking And AI Module For Classes 9 To 12
The new module promotes critical thinking, problem-solving and responsible AI use through activities that can be conducted with or without digital devices.
SBI has individually notified customers whose personal information was identified in a suspected dark web data exposure, while an independent cybersecurity investigation continues.
How IAS Vijaya Krishnan Turns Andhra Pradesh Schools Into Net Zero Campuses
IAS officer Vijaya Krishnan is transforming schools and hostels across Andhra Pradesh into net zero campuses through waste management, solar energy, and massive tree plantations.
At Least 4 Killed, Several Injured After Firecracker Factory Explodes In Bihar; Rescue Ops Underway
A deadly explosion at an unlicensed domestic firecracker unit in Bihars Siwan district killed at least four people, leaving several trapped and rescuers battling continuous secondary blasts.
IAS Dhatri Reddy Leaves London Banking Career to Build Andhra Pradesh
An IAS officer is helping widen access to entrepreneurship across Andhra Pradesh, with RTIH reporting support for over 2,500 startups and engagement with more than 5,200 founders.
India Wins Record 114 Medals At Asian Para Games 2026 With Standout Feats
Indian para-athletes reach the 114-medal milestone through remarkable performances in athletics, badminton, archery, swimming and other sporting disciplines.
France Reports First Human Case Of Shamonda Virus As WHO Monitors Public Health Risks
France reports its first human Shamonda virus case as WHO monitors the situation.
CJP Activists Ashutosh Ranka, Saurav Das And Ajinkya Shinde
The CJP activists face continuing legal proceedings over the October 13 Jantar Mantar protest, while Delhi Police pursues its investigation.
10,470 Voter Entries Flagged In UP
An inquiry uncovered 10,470 irregular voter-detail corrections in Pilibhit, prompting an FIR against two election officers and a dismissed computer assistant.
ITBP D-G Says Face-Offs With China Continue At Multiple Locations Along Arunachal Border
ITBP chief Shatrujeet Singh Kapur confirms continuing face-offs with Chinese troops in Arunachal Pradesh as the force strengthens high-altitude combat and drone capabilities.
Cabinet Secretariat Sent Election Commissioners
An RTI disclosure reveals that the Cabinet Secretariat avoided executive intervention in the Election Commission by forwarding two commissioners administrative grievance letters directly to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Delhi SIR Protest: Several Detained While Marching To Election Commission
Several protesters were detained in central Delhi while marching towards the Election Commission headquarters against alleged voter deletions under SIR.
Anti-CEC Protest March Heads Towards ECI Office In Delhi, Traffic Diversions Until 5 PM
Farmers, students and civil society groups march against SIR, demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation as Delhi Traffic Police warns of diversions in central Delhi until 5 pm.
Meet Mahipat Kavi: How a Padma Shri Awardee Used Puppetry to Inspire Social Change
Padma Shri awardee Mahipat Kavi performed 4,000+ shows, using puppetry to educate, inspire change and preserve heritage.
FSSAI Proposes Ban on Adding Fructose
FSSAI has issued draft regulations prohibiting manufacturers from adding sucrose and fructose to nutritional products designed for infants up to six months old.
After defeating eight-time world champion Nour El Sherbini, 18-year-old Anahat Singh rallied from a 2-1 deficit to beat Salma Hany and reach her maiden PSA Gold-level semifinal.
Andhra Pradesh has rescheduled urban local body elections to November 1 and reopened nominations in four local bodies following Supreme Court directions over allegations of obstruction.
People of Purpose: From 2% to Change, Nupur Garg Is Reshaping Gender Diversity in India
Through Winpe, Nupur Garg is challenging gender gaps in private equity and venture capital with mentorship, inclusive hiring, board-readiness programmes and support for women entrepreneurs.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Announces Project Karmaveer To Set Up 400 Centres For Martyrs
Project Karmaveer aims to create livelihood opportunities for widows of police and CAPF personnel who died in service, along with former personnel, through 400 Common Service Centres.
A powerful earthquake struck Chinas remote Tibet region, killing 16 people, injuring 65 and damaging hundreds of homes as rescue teams continue operations.
Banni Utsavam Stick Fight Turns Fatal, Leaves 1 Dead And Multiple Injured In Andhra Pradesh
A centuries-old Dasara ritual in Kurnool turned tragic despite extensive security, leaving one devotee dead and multiple injured.
IAS Officer Takes Healthcare Beyond Roads to Reach Remote Tribal Families in MP
Barwani's Collector is leading quarterly healthcare drives that take 13 essential health services to remote tribal households across difficult terrain.
India Wins 26 Medals In A Single Day At Asian Para Games, Tally Reaches 88
Indias best day at the 2026 Asian Para Games featured Sheetal Devis double gold as the countrys tally reached 88 medals, placing it fourth overall.
People of Purpose: Shalabh Sahai
For 25 years, Shalabh Sahai has built iVolunteer, connecting volunteers, nonprofits and professional skills to drive meaningful social impact across India.
Maharashtra: 8,000+ Medical Interns Reportedly Threaten Strike From Nov 1 Over Stipend Hike
Demanding their monthly pay be raised from 18,000 to 30,000 to meet surging living costs, more than 8,000 government medical interns across Maharashtra have warned of a total withdrawal of clinical duties starting 1 November.
Indian para swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh faces a possible lifetime ban after being sent back from Japan over misconduct allegations.
Ladakh Talks Stall: Sonam Wangchuk Accuses Centre Of Breaking Promises
Sonam Wangchuk has accused the Centre of backtracking on assurances to Ladakh as stalled talks leave demands for constitutional safeguards and meaningful democratic representation unresolved.
