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Merit has been murdered and buried six feet under. Anand Ranganathan on why India needs to stop treating reservation as a political untouchable - and start talking about reservation reform. His argument: dont just demand reservation hatao. Debate how the system can actually be reformed, expanded where necessary, and eventually phased out. Watch the full conversation on Scrutiny. https://youtu.be/t59C_Yu1Alc?si=osBhjviVaqK6C1xl

Watch the Telugu song 'Raamma Raamma - Airport Version' from the movie 'Hrudhayam Murali' starring Atharvaa, Preity Mukundhan, Kayadu Lohar, Natty, Thaman S, Niharika and Rakshan. 'Raamma Raamma - Airport Version' is sung by D Dheeraj, while the music is composed by Thaman S. Lyrics of 'Hrudhayam Murali' song 'Raamma Raamma - Airport Version' are written by Ramajogayya Sastry. Directed by Aakash Baskaran, 'Hrudhayam Murali' features a talented ensemble cast in pivotal roles. To know more about '

New satellite imagery is raising fresh questions over Irans military rebuilding efforts after the 2026 war. Images reportedly show construction of a suspected underground IRGC facility near Karaj, west of Tehran, with excavation, new access roads and possible tunnel entrances emerging between May and August. Iranian state media has also claimed that missile production has increased and suicide-drone output has tripled, while Israeli defense officials are reportedly surprised by the speed of Iran

Russia has released footage showing its forces using FAB-500 and FAB-1500 glide bombs against Ukrainian military positions, including temporary deployment sites linked to Ukrainian brigades in Donetsk and Kharkiv. The strikes come amid a wider Russian campaign targeting Ukrainian logistics, ports and military infrastructure, as Moscow claims its precision attacks are disrupting weapons supplies and frontline operations.

A USS Abraham Lincoln sailor says his father was taken into ICE custody while he was deployed aboard the aircraft carrier for more than nine months during the Iran war. In a public post, Joshua Aviles said his father had a drivers license, Social Security card and work permit.

Irans new security chief Mohsen Rezaei has issued a fierce warning to Donald Trump, threatening retaliation against U.S. economic interests and countries that join Washingtons pressure campaign against Tehran. Rezaei also warned over military activity around the Strait of Hormuz and accused the U.S. of undermining global nuclear security, raising fresh fears of escalation between Washington and Tehran.

India has crossed a major small-arms manufacturing milestone. Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited has produced and successfully fired the first AK-203 Sher made with 100% Indian components and input materials at Korwa in Amethi. The programme began as an Indo-Russian joint venture in 2019, but localisation has steadily transformed licensed production into an Indian supply chain. Each AK-203 involves roughly 50 components, 180 sub-parts and 120 manufacturing processes. IRRPL is contracted to supp

President Donald Trump is taking action to bring down soaring U.S. beef prices, temporarily allowing up to 300,000 metric tons of foreign beef imports without an out-of-quota tariff. The move comes as the U.S. cattle herd sits at its smallest level in decades and American consumers face stubbornly high grocery costs.But the plan is already angering American ranchers, who warn that cheaper foreign beef could hurt domestic producers and undermine efforts to rebuild the U.S. cattle herd. The timing

BAI secretary general Sanjay Mishra said the Super 750 event, scheduled for the last week of January 2028, would clash with heightened security protocols in the national capital around January 26.

In a shocking incident on Saturday, a woman reportedly murdered her husband in Kurukshetra using knives. Rajesh, a water supplier, suffered life-threatening abdominal injuries, including an open abdomen with protruding intestines. A post-mortem examination uncovered missing sections of his liver and right kidney. The couple had been residing together in Kurukshetra for approximately one year.

Watch the lyrical Tamil song 'Kalyana Virundhu' from the movie 'Dorothy' starring Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth. 'Kalyana Virundhu' is sung by Yugendran, Anthony Daasan and Priya Jerson. Music and lyrics of the song are given by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja. Karthik Subbaraj directorial 'Dorothy' is set to release in cinemas worldwide on September 25, 2026. To know more about 'Kalyana Virundhu' song from 'Dorothy', watch the video.

Watch the lyrical Telugu song 'Jagamae Sangeetham' from the web series 'Jagamae Sangeetham' starring Prakash Raj, Srikanth Meka, Madhubala, Akshay Lagusani and Sushmita Shetty. Music of the song is composed by Vishal Chandrashekhar and lyrics are written by Sira Sri. Palnati Surya Pratap directorial 'Jagamae Sangeetham' features Prakash Raj and Srikanth Meka in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Jagamae Sangeetham' song from the web series 'Jagamae Sangeetham', watch the video.

Yashasvi Jaiswal charged toward the bowler, making visible contact with Fernando's head. The Sri Lankan players stepped in, separated the two and prevented the situation from escalating. India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak felt Jaiswal shouldn't have gone so close and termed the incident as something that happened in the heat of the moment.

Former diplomat Navdeep Suri has raised concerns over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Punjab, sharing his experience of being asked to provide documents establishing his Indian citizenship. Suri said he submitted his Voter ID and Aadhaar card to the Booth Level Officer and was initially assured that everything was in order. He later received a message saying some details did not match the 2003 electoral roll. Since he was not in India in 2003, Suri said he was

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addresses Kuldeep Yadavs absence from the Colombo Test, Yashasvi Jaiswals heated exchange with Asitha Fernando and more ahead of India vs Sri Lanka.

A moderate earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9 struck eastern Japan, including the Tokyo area, injuring more than 20 people. No tsunami threat was reported.

Neeraj Chopra finished second at the Lausanne Diamond League after Sri Lankas Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won with an 88.14m throw, edging Chopras 88.05m effort by nine centimetres.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced four welfare schemes for over 3.53 lakh cooks across the state, including accident assistance and cashless healthcare benefits.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan attended a One Nation, One Election programme organised by the Sant Samaj in Haridwar.

Ravi Kishan, known for his iconic one-liners and expressions, attended an event with his wife, making a stylish appearance together.

A viral video offers a dramatic first-person view of the Zhuque-3 rockets journey from liftoff to touchdown, showcasing its launch and landing.

Political commentator Tehseen Poonawalla claimed Delhi Police detained him at his residence and stopped him from protesting against E20, while alleging vehicle damage and raising concerns over ethanol and sugar scams.

Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi responded to a woman at the Chhatron Ki Goonj event in Pune after she spoke about societal expectations around womens appearance and marriage.

US Ambassador Sergio Gor has claimed that Indias Ministry of External Affairs had made a request ahead of a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump that the interaction should not include questions from the media. Speaking at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum, Gor said Trump had asked what India planned to raise during the meeting and whether there were any requests. Gor claimed the MEA preferred media access without a full press conference and told Trump

Newly revealed letters allegedly written by Donald Trump aide Natalie Harp have sparked fresh scrutiny over her unusually close relationship with the US President. In the letters, reportedly written during a 2023 trip to Scotland and Ireland, Harp apologises to Trump and pleads, please forgive me, while describing him as her Guardian and Protector. The Daily Beast published the letters in full, though some reports note their authenticity has not been independently confirmed.

A Detroit couple turned a vacant 1925 bank into a two-bedroom home after buying the abandoned building for $66,000 in 2013. They moved in while construction was still underway and restored much of it themselves, preserving features such as the old vaults, marble windowsills and copper entrance. The unusual home is now listed for $1.3 million.

Donald Trump aide Natalie Harp is facing fresh scrutiny after document metadata reportedly identified her as the author of a 14-page memo Trump sent to the January 6 committee in 2022. The memo repeated Trumps disputed claims about the 2020 election and attacked the congressional investigation. The metadata discovery offers a new glimpse into Harps role behind Trumps messaging and comes as questions continue to grow around the influence of the aide known as his human printer.

Buckcherrys ongoing tour has been overshadowed by tragedy after the rock bands tour bus was involved in a fatal multi-vehicle crash in South Carolina. One person was killed after reportedly stopping on Interstate 26 and getting out of their vehicle. No Buckcherry members were reported injured in the collision. The crash happened near Spartanburg as the band traveled during its Roar Like Thunder tour. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deadly wreck continues.

Line of Fire : Watch the Official trailer from english Web series 'Line of Fire' starring Peter Krause, Hope Davis and Tommy O'Brien. Line of Fire is directed by Rebecca Thomas. To know more about Line of Fire, watch the video. Check out the latest english trailer, new series trailer, trending english series trailer, Peter Krause, Hope Davis and Tommy O'Brien's videos at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.

Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins has signed his first-ever record deal at the age of 88, turning a lifelong passion for music into a major new milestone. The actor and composer says he never expected the opportunity, recalling how music was part of his life from childhood before acting took over. Hopkins also reflects on his deep connection to Wales, his childhood streets and the powerful memories that continue to stay with him.

An alleged 2023 letter from Natalie Harp to Donald Trump has sparked fresh scrutiny over the unusually close relationship between the president and his 35-year-old aide. In the purported letter, obtained by The Daily Beast, Harp reportedly calls Trump her Guardian and Protector in this Life and promises, I will return a better person. She also allegedly asks Trump to forgive her for causing him trouble and describes becoming distracted at work and struggling to eat or sleep. The revelations come

The Argentine cactus moth, an invasive species from South America, has begun its march across the southern United States, threatening the delicate balance of native prickly pear cactus populations. Initially identified in Florida in 1989, its westward movement raises alarms among scientists regarding potential ecological disruptions in the southwestern U.S. and Mexico. Control measures, including the sterile insect technique, are in place to monitor and manage its spread.

Ottawa said it would introduce dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs from September 8. The move brought an end to talks that had started on February 1, 2025, after the first round of new US tariffs was imposed.

Conflicting explanations from the Indian camp have added intrigue to Kuldeep Yadav's absence from the Colombo Test, with the chinaman missing out as India handed Saransh Jain a debut. Kuldeep did travel with the team and was also spotted in the dugout alongside Sarfaraz Khan. The official word from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) remains viral illness.

Fresh concerns about Donald Trumps health have erupted after new White House photos showed the 80-year-old presidents visibly swollen and bruised right hand, triggering a wave of speculation online. Social media users claimed Trumps hand appeared rotting, while others questioned whether the White House is being fully transparent about his condition. The administration has previously attributed the bruising to frequent handshakes and aspirin use, while medical memos have described Trump as being

Is everything fine between Donald Trump and his outgoing press secretary Karoline Leavitt? Leavitt announced she was stepping back from her role as press secretary to spend more time with her two children, but the US President's emotional reaction has fueled speculation about what comes next. While praising Leavitt, Trump joked that she loves the baby more than she loves Donald Trump and declared, Im very angry with her. He then added a striking line: You havent heard the last of her. Is it simp

The Reservation Hatao Andolan has taken the fight against caste-based quotas from Instagram to Jantar Mantar - arguing India cannot become a developed nation without ending compromises on merit. Author and Political Analyst Anand Ranganathan joins our host Aditi Prasad to unpack the CJP's school-inspection campaign, the 'organic' anti-reservation movement AND his five-point formula for reservation reform,. 'Merit has been murdered and buried six feet under for decades,' he says, arguing that eve