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Go-Pratishtha in Lucknow on March 11

04-03-2026

The Dharmayuddha Shankhnad for Go-Pratishtha will take place in Lucknow on March 11, organisers clarified, correcting reports in some newspapers that had mistakenly mentioned March 12. The clarification was issued to remove confusion among Gau Bhakt Sanatan followers.

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Dispute over cow protection escalates

02-03-2026

The ongoing dispute between Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over cow protection has escalated, with a religious campaign now set to culminate in Lucknow.

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Bharat-Ratna for Savarkar?

27-02-2026

It has been more than a fortnight since we last heard the demand for conferring the highest honour of the land, Bharat-Ratna, on Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. The demand was put forth by no one else but RSS Sarsangchalak Mohan Bhagwat. The Man who taught & showed the BJP the path of Hindutva certainly deserves a Bharat Ratna, from the BJP government. But it remains to be seen how soon the Modi government will act on the advice given by RSS Chief.

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Shankaracharya denies allegations, alleges plot to divert attention

27-02-2026

In a recent development from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, a special Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) court has directed the local police to register a FIR against Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati. The order follows allegations of sexual exploitation involving two minor boys at the seer's camp during the 2025 Magh Mela and Maha Kumbh events.

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Indian student found dead days after going missing in US

16-02-2026

A 22-year-old Indian postgraduate student who went missing in the US less than a week ago has been found dead, the Indian mission here has said. Saketh Sreenivasaiah,

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Subsidies to slaughter houses raises eyebrows

10-02-2026

In a controversial move, the Uttar Pradesh government has been accused of providing substantial subsidies to large-scale slaughterhouses, even as farmers in the state grapple with severe hardships.

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What mistake did Gandhi make? Bhatti questions

06-02-2026

Chennai: Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu questioned what sin Mahatma Gandhi had committed that the BJP government at the Centre removed his name from the Employment Guarantee Scheme. He was speaking as the Chief Guest at a public meeting organized on Thursday in Chennai, following a padayatra conducted under the leadership of the Tamil Nadu Pradesh Congress Committee, protesting changes to the Employment Guarantee Scheme and the removal of Mahatma Gandhi’s name from it.

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Chabahar port dilemma Navigating geopolitical turbulence

19-01-2026

Located on Iran's southeastern coast, Chabahar port serves as a crucial gateway for India, providing a direct trade route to Afghanistan and Central Asia while circumventing Pakistan. The port's development traces back to initial discussions in 2003, gaining momentum with a 10-year contract signed in 2016 for India to develop and operate a section of it. Over the years, India has poured significant investments into the project, including a $120 million commitment under a long-term deal inked in May 2024. This has facilitated the shipment of essential goods like wheat to Afghanistan and enhanced regional trade connectivity.

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Will Maha poll results impact other polls?

19-01-2026

In a resounding triumph for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti alliance, the results from Maharashtra's 29 municipal corporations have signalled strong public endorsement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's development agenda. Home Minister Amit Shah took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate the victory and emphasized that this "historic success" validates the Mahayuti government's welfare initiatives under Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

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From dreamers to doers

12-01-2026

When discussing India's young population, the term "demographic dividend" frequently emerges as a beacon of potential. With approximately half of the country's residents under 30, India is poised to leverage this youthful energy into a significant global advantage. However, a critical question looms: Are we transitioning from mere motivation to profound meaning, and from abstract ideas to tangible actions? Are our youth evolving into proactive doers rather than remaining passive dreamers?

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Tariffs or tantrums?

12-01-2026

The US Supreme Court is on the verge of delivering a highly anticipated verdict on the legality of President Donald Trump's broad tariffs, imposed since early 2025 under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of 1977. As of January 10, 2026, no ruling has been issued—the court did not release a decision on January 9 (its first session day of the year), despite widespread expectations. The next possible date for opinions is January 14, 2026, leaving global markets, businesses, and trading partners like India in suspense.

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Is it ‘all well’ in Bengal?

12-01-2026

The debate also touched upon broader questions of federalism, the independence of investigative agencies, and the rule of law versus the “law of the ruler.” Ultimately, the discussion highlighted a core challenge: ensuring that law enforcement agencies operate effectively and independently