Princess Kate Middleton, recently having completed chemotherapy for an undisclosed illness, made a poignant appearance at the Festival of Remembrance in London. The event, honoring fallen soldiers, saw the Princess in black attire adorned with a symbolic red poppy.
The Supreme Court advised high courts to exercise caution when ordering medical colleges to reserve seats for students alleging unfair admission denials. The court emphasized that such orders should only be issued in exceptional cases with strong evidence, as vacant seats result in significant financial losses for colleges.
A road sign in Raipur, India, directing people to ‘RSS University’ instead of the correctly abbreviated ‘PRSU’ for Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University has sparked controversy. Congress members see it as a politically motivated move by the ruling party and plan to file complaints with the government and university administration. They emphasize the need to...
A parliamentary panel is set to discuss the possibility of extending caste-based reservations to the private sector in India. The proposal, a contentious issue with significant political and economic implications, aims to address concerns about shrinking opportunities for Dalits and tribals in the face of rapid privatization.
Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign invested heavily in media appearances, including a $1 million payment to Oprah Winfrey for a rally and interview. Despite significant spending on events and podcasts, some critics argue these efforts failed to resonate with voters or distance Harris from the then-current administration.
Vilas Kolha, a former Maoist commander, is casting his vote in the Maharashtra assembly elections, marking a significant victory for democracy. Kolha, who once led attacks to disrupt polls, surrendered three years ago and now advocates for democratic processes. His transformation highlights the changing landscape in Gadchiroli, where surrendered Maoists are embracing new lives...
In his final act as Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud heard a petition advocating for the inclusion of traditional Indian healthcare practices, such as Ayurveda and Yoga, into the national health insurance program, PM-JAY. While dismissing a previous petition by the same advocate, the court acknowledged the importance of integrating these systems into...