Spot probe points to human rights 'violation' in Sandeshkhali, says NHRC

In a spot inquiry into the Sandeshkhali case in West Bengal, the National Human Rights Commission has flagged "several instances of atrocities", saying it indicates that there was a "violation of......

3.4 lakh central security personnel with state forces to be deployed for LS poll

The Election Commission is expected to deploy 3.4 lakh Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) personnel along with state police forces in the seven-phase Lok Sabha elections and the assembly polls in......

Deepfakes And The Threat To 2024 Elections

If left unchecked, the 2024 elections may be infamously remembered as the election of deepfakes. The ECI has a tough task ahead, but, more importantly, it has an opportunity to become a global......

No reply yet from Apple on hacking alert to politicos: MoS

The government is still waiting for a clear reply from iPhone maker Apple on iPhone alert sent to Opposition political leaders around five months back on alleged hacking of their devices by......

Future of digital payments in India

'The focus needs to shift towards the ability to collect payments, particularly in tier-3 to tier-4 areas where acceptance is still lacking.' IMAGE: Cutlery vendor switches on Paytm at a roadside......

Who Fared Better On Economy? Modi Or Manmohan

Whether it was the MGNREGS or the NFSA or the Aadhaar-based DBT scheme for cash transfer, the Modi government has built on the basic architecture created by the Singh government. Policy makers in......

Govt plans to make India self-reliant in edible oils

The government will formulate a strategy to make India self-reliant in edible oils by boosting domestic output of oilseeds and launch a comprehensive programme to support dairy farmers, Finance......

Why govt has banned export of onion till March 2024

The government has banned exports of onion till March next year with a view to increase domestic availability and to keep prices in check. Photograph: ANI Photo "Export policy of onions... is......

Delhi's selectors sacked after Saurashtra thrashing

'There was a time when Indian team would have at least 4 to 5 Delhi players. The situation today is such that we cannot name even a single player whom we (the management as well as the selectors)......

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

20 years ago this week, India and Australia played one of the greatest Test matches in cricket history.Sreehari Nair relives the sound and the fury of that unforgettable game at the Eden Gardens.......