India Archive

In a recent event, renowned singer-composer, Shankar Mahadevan, extended his deep appreciation towards the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for their unwavering efforts in safeguarding the cultural and traditional values of India. He particularly emphasized their commitment to upholding the idea of 'Akhand Bharat'.

Kerala, a state known for its rich cultural heritage and picturesque landscapes, is embarking on a new initiative. Led by the Pinarayi Vijayan Communist government, the state has announced its plan to introduce a microsite titled 'Islam in Kerala.' This move, as reported by The Hindu on 21st October, is primarily aimed at boosting tourism.

In what can only be described as a masterclass in irony, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) took it upon themselves to educate the masses on the pitfalls of disinformation on social media. This would have been a laudable effort, had it not been for the fact that just recently, the very same broadcasting giant was caught in the act of sharing unverified news regarding a Gaza hospital attack.

In a recent Twitter exchange that caught the attention of netizens, former Pakistani cricketer, Danish Kaneria, addressed The Wire's Senior Editor, Arfa Khanum Sherwani. On 22nd October, Kaneria, with characteristic forthrightness, suggested Sherwani consider relocating to Pakistan if she feels discomfort with her Indian identity.

In a recent ruling that has caught the attention of legal experts and the general public alike, the Supreme Court acquitted a woman who had been previously accused of the harrowing act of killing her newborn. The case, known as [Indrakunwar vs State of Chhattisgarh], revolved around allegations that the woman had given birth following a liaison with a fellow villager and subsequently ended the infant's life.

Ghaziabad's ABES College of Engineering became the epicenter of a controversy on the 20th of October. A seemingly innocuous greeting of "Jai Shri Ram" during a college cultural festival led to a fierce reprimand from an assistant professor. The student, who intended to greet the audience with the religious salutation, was met with a swift and stern response from the professor identified as Mamata Gautam by netizens.

In a striking revelation that has sent tremors through the political corridors, Darshan Hiranandani, the formidable CEO of the Hiranandani Group, has become the approver in the thickening plot of allegations against Trinamool MP, Mahua Moitra. The charges? A tantalizing exchange of luxury gifts and cash, allegedly in return for Moitra raising specific questions in the Parliament.

In an emotionally charged turn of events, the tussle between TMC MP Mahua Moitra and Advocate Jai Anant Dehadrai has taken a deeply personal dimension, centering around the custody of Henry, a pet dog. While most disputes in the political arena revolve around power and policies, this one delves into the profound bond between a man and his beloved pet.

In a shocking twist that seems straight out of a movie plot, Pranav Jewellers, a once-revered jewellery chain of Tamil Nadu, is now being spotlighted for all the wrong reasons. Originating in the heart of Tiruchy and spreading its glittering branches across cities like Chennai, Erode, Nagercoil, Madurai, Kumbakonam, and even Puducherry, this chain now stands accused of a financial scandal that could put even the most dramatic of Bollywood heists to shame.