Geneva, May 28 (IANS) Global average temperatures are likely to continue at or near record levels in the next five years, with Arctic temperature anomalies expected to continue to be higher than the global mean
New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) Few creatures invite as much dislike as cockroaches do, which is why it is weird that the same insect has suddenly become the centre of fascination for a section of people who otherwise
New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Kerala will never forgive you -- the posters are likely to haunt the Gandhi siblings for a long time. These were not ordinary political posters meant to mock a leader or score a point.
New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to citizens to be pragmatic and responsible amid the current global volatility is being seen as a prudent set of measures preparing the country to
New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) There was something unusual about the reaction to the Assembly election results this time. State elections in India routinely produce celebrations, accusations, posturing and political
New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) In February 2019, Mamata Banerjee wrote an 18-line poem titled 'Key', lamenting what she saw as a 'shrinking' democratic space under the regime at the Centre. The poem spoke of voices be
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Sukhino va khemino hontu Sabbe satta bhavantu sukhitatta (May all beings be happy and secure; May all beings be inwardly at peace). Buddha Purnima marks the birth, enlightenment and Maha
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) India has expanded social protection coverage from about 19 per cent in 2015 to over 64 per cent in 2025, female labour force participation rose from 23.3 per cent in 2017–18 to 40 per
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Financial scams -- chit funds, Ponzi schemes -- have victims who lose their savings, but when a political movement built on honesty and hope begins to crumble, the loss is far deeper.
New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) The introduction of three key bills in the special sitting of Parliament – Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2026, Delimitation Bill 2026 and Union Territories (Amendment) Bill co
New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) When the results of the women's reservation bill were announced in the Lok Sabha on the evening of April 17, the reaction was immediate -- desks were thumped, slogans filled the air,
New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The Central government on April 16 introduced three important Bills in the Lok Sabha to fast-track the implementation of 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state Asse
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) In the run-up to the 2006 West Bengal Assembly election, it appeared that Mamata Banerjee would wrest power from the communists in the state, even if not with an overwhelming margin.
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) What could be more ironic -- or more unsettling -- than a country long accused of harbouring terrorists presenting itself as a venue for peace talks? The contradiction is not just har
New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underscored the urgent need for reservation for women in legislative bodies, describing it as a transformative step that would make Indias demo
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) India has emerged as a credible voice across the world for climate justice, equity and sustainable development, demonstrating that conservation and climate action are mutually reinforc
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) As the US-Iran conflict drags into its second month -- unsettling markets, testing alliances -- one thing is becoming clear: the world does not need longer wars. It needs smarter outco
New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) How does it feel to sit steady while everything around you seems to be on fire? It is an unsettling image, but it aptly captures India's position in today's world.At a time when much
New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) Indias rapid transition toward renewable energy is no longer just an environmental priority—it has become a cornerstone of economic resilience, strategic autonomy, and long-term ene
New Delhi, March 15 (IANS) The image of a ship carrying cooking gas safely heading home may not ordinarily evoke strong emotions. But in a world shaken by conflict and uncertainty, the sight of two Indian-flagg