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South Central 87: Udhayanidhi’s arrest and Union government’s Meta crackdown

Has the recent arrest of Tamil Nadu Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin strengthened his political standing, or did the young TVK government make a political miscalculation?

Newslaundry

3 Strategic Thinking Lessons From Field Marshal Manekshaw for Career and Crisis Decisions

Say No When You Mean No, And Mean It PreciselyWhen Prime Minister Indira Gandhi asked Manekshaw in April 1971 whether the Indian Army was ready to move into East Pakistan, he said no. Not a diplomatic hedge. Not a promise to try. He listed, in the room, the specific reasons…

Times Life

Congress targets Sunetra Pawar with 'gungi gudiya' barb; NCP hits back

A political row erupted in Maharashtra after the Congress party insulted Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar. The opposition party labeled her a 'mute doll' in a social media post. This remark drew sharp criticism from the NCP, questioning the Congress's stance. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condemned the statement as…

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Woman Predicted 9/11 Twelve Years Before It Happened And That Is Not Even Her Most Unsettling Call

Baba Vanga was a blind woman living in rural Bulgaria who charged almost nothing, lived simply and spent decades telling people what was coming. Some of it was wrong. Some of it was vague enough to mean anything. And some of it was specific enough, accurate enough and early enough…

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Silent Valley National Park in Kerala: The Endemic Species and Biodiversity Found Nowhere Else in India

The canopy that was never cutMost of India's forests have been cleared at least once, for timber, agriculture, or infrastructure, and then allowed to regrow. Silent Valley was not. The Kunthipuzha river valley in the Nilgiri hills of Kerala contains one of the last remaining stretches of primary tropical rainforest…

Times Life

Does an actor really need to resemble the public figure he or she's playing?

Casting famous people for biopics sparks debate about likeness versus performance. Rajkummar Rao's portrayal of Sourav Ganguly raises questions about physical resemblance. While some argue for looking like the person, others prioritize acting skill. Avantika Akerkar emphasized performance over resemblance when playing Indira Gandhi. The discussion highlights how actors inhabit…

The Economic Times

Sonam Wangchuk: The 59-year-old who rallied India's Gen Z against Modi govt

Social activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike following a vigorous youth movement that compelled the government to act. Focused on the widespread issue of exam paper leaks, this movement resonated with millions of students across the country. The pressure exerted led to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra…

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Rahul Gandhi misused LoP privileges, protest outside PM's residence childish: BJP

The BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of misusing his constitutional post. Gandhi staged a protest outside the Prime Minister's residence on Tuesday. He demanded the Prime Minister's resignation over the alleged NEET paper leak issue. BJP leaders alleged Gandhi is dividing the country for political gains. They also stated his actions…

The Economic Times

Married to an Indian, JD Vance tries to make India-hater Nixon great again

US Vice President JD Vance's recent praise for Richard Nixon, a president known for his animosity towards India and denigration of Indian women, has sparked controversy. Vance lauded Nixon as a "political genius" whose reputation deserves a "renaissance," downplaying the Watergate scandal. This comes at a time when US-India relations…

The Times of India

On This Day in History, June 26: UN Charter signed, Indira Gandhi declares Emergency, Harry Potter debuts, Corvette day, Sher Shah Suri wins against Mughals and more

On This Day in History, June 26 saw the signing of the United Nations Charter, Richard III's rise to the English throne, India's declaration of Emergency and the publication of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. The date also witnessed the first UPC barcode scan, Nelson Mandela's address to the…

The Economic Times

BJP backs NCERT's move to include Emergency chapter in Class 9 textbook

The BJP has endorsed the NCERT's move to include the Emergency period in Class 9 textbooks, deeming it a crucial "dark chapter" for students to learn from and prevent recurrence. The party criticized the Congress for opposing this inclusion, accusing them of an "Emergency mindset" and recalling the suppression of…

The Economic Times

"Congress' arrogance, greed for power attempted to crush Constitution": Amit Shah marks Samvidhan Hatya Diwas

Union Minister Amit Shah on Thursday targeted Congress on the anniversary of the proclamation of the 1975 Emergency, calling it a period of "arrogance and greed for power."

The Economic Times

Ashok Gehlot backs Rahul as INDIA bloc face, says contest should be 'Modi Vs Rahul'

He also said the time has come for "BJP versus all" rather than "Congress versus all", and claimed that if former prime minister Indira Gandhi were in power today, she would have banned a party like the BJP for practising politics in the name of religion.

The Economic Times

India emerges as global tech partner under PM Modi's 12-yr tenure, exporting to US, China: Vaishnaw

India is now a trusted partner in technology value chains. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country exports electronics, including complex products, to nations like the US and China. Smartphone exports have become a major category. The government is focusing on semiconductor design and manufacturing equipment. Talent development in this…

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BJP slams LoP Rahul Gandhi for remarks against PM Narendra Modi

The BJP has responded to Rahul Gandhi's prediction about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tenure. The ruling party accused Gandhi of spreading propaganda and highlighted that the Emergency was imposed by Indira Gandhi. The BJP stated that the real emergency is within the Congress party, citing internal revolts and leaders leaving.…

The Economic Times

Punjab deploys 4,000 personnel in Amritsar ahead of Operation Blue Star anniversary

Security forces are on high alert in Amritsar. Nearly 4,000 police personnel and Central Armed Police Forces have been deployed. This is in anticipation of the anniversary of Operation Blue Star on June 6. The operation in 1984 involved the Indian Army storming the Golden Temple. Security measures are in…

The Economic Times

Nishikant Dubey slams Congress over 1982 Ganga, Teesta water-sharing MoU with Bangladesh, says 'Bangladesh Zindabad' is its guiding principle

"On this very day, May 30, 1982, then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had given renewed consent for the sharing of the Ganga River with a Bangladeshi delegation. In 1976, an agreement had been consented to by Indira ji, which was implemented in 1977 for only 5 years. Renewed agreements were then…

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'Papa, I will fulfil your dream of skilled, prosperous, strong India': Rahul Gandhi remembers his father Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary

Rahul Gandhi remembered his father, former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, on his 35th death anniversary. He pledged to realize Rajiv Gandhi's dream of a skilled, prosperous, and strong India. Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and other leaders also paid homage. Rajiv Gandhi is credited with significant reforms, including lowering the voting…

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PM Modi working to protect India's prestige on global stage: Sharad Pawar

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar acknowledges Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts in enhancing India's global standing. Pawar emphasizes that political differences should not hinder collective action for national interest. He recalls past leaders like Indira Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru who prioritized the nation's reputation. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut…

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When former PM Indira Gandhi donated her gold jewellery

An old photograph of Indira Gandhi donating her jewellery during the 1962 India-China war has resurfaced amid current debates on gold purchases. Responding to a national appeal for defence preparedness, Gandhi contributed approximately 367 grams of gold, becoming a symbol of sacrifice.

The Economic Times

Did Indira Gandhi ask people not to buy gold in 1967? Here's the truth

A social media image claiming Indira Gandhi urged against gold purchases in 1967 is fake. The Hindu newspaper confirmed the image is digitally altered. However, Indira Gandhi's government did enforce strict gold control rules. These measures limited gold holdings and jewellery production. The Gold Control Act was enacted in 1968.

Digital Camera World

RIP Raghu Rai: India's greatest documentary photographer dies aged 83

A Magnum member handpicked by Cartier-Bresson, Raghu Rai spent 60 years documenting India with patience and courage

The Independent UK

Tributes pour in as legendary Indian photographer Raghu Rai dies at 83

Magnum photographer was regarded as a visual chronicler of India

The Independent UK

Modi compares defeat of women’s quota-linked delimitation bill to ‘female foeticide’ after rare setback

Opposition parties say they support women’s reservation but object to linking it to nationwide boundary redraw

Newslaundry

Why India needs Ambedkar’s federal blueprint for the delimitation deadlock

In 1976, at the height of the Emergency, Prime Minister Indira Gandhi froze delimitation – the redrawing of parliamentary and assembly constituencies – effectively locking India’s political map in place. The freeze, meant to last until 2001, outlived her government. But decades later, the Narendra Modi government seems determined to…

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