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There is no single Dalit identity. Regional histories show how it is shaped

At the launch of ‘Identity, Conflict, and Counter-narratives’, JNU professor Surinder S Jodhka delivered a sharp critique of Brahminism in academia and public discourse.

Babri Masjid to Gujarat riots—exhibition traces Gulammohammed Sheikh’s artistic journey

The curator of the ‘Of Worlds Within Worlds’ exhibition, Roobina Karode, said Sheikh’s work ‘draws us into a definite moment of recognition and then leaves us with a series of questions’.

What happened at Sarnath in the 300 years between Buddha and Ashoka? Archaeology has clues

‘There is a common perception that everything started with Ashoka at Sarnath, but I knew that couldn’t be true,’ said archaeologist BR Mani, speaking about his 2013–14 excavation.

Panipat battle to Independence struggle, Delhi was the centre: Swapna Liddle

Held at IHC, the discussion, titled ‘Nashisht: Dilli Jo Ek Sheher Hai’, was centred around the question, ‘Why does Delhi stand out from other cities?’

Delhi exhibition traces 130 yrs of children’s book illustrations. Satyajit Ray to Priya Kurian

Vignettes from 130 years of children’s literature came together in Becoming, an exhibition that resonated with adults too. It ran from 28 April to 6 May.

This move by Vajpayee opened up India’s telecom industry—shift to a revenue sharing model

Deepali Gupta urged people to take a wider view than the 2G scam. India’s telecom rise isn't built by high-profile names, but on the back of millions of unsung heroes, she said.

Delhi is a city that never ends. New book ‘Basti & Durbar’ captures its duality

‘We are used to Khushwant Singh type of stories. I wanted to collect first person accounts of those who lived their daily lives in Delhi’, said Rakhshanda Jalil at the launch of Basti & Durbar, an anthology of 32 stories she has edited.

Delhi Lit Festival tackles Pahalgam to Mahabharata to AI. Goes beyond books

In a session at the Delhi Lit Fest, panellists, including author Harsh V Pant and economist Sanjeev Sanyal, discussed the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan.

Delhi’s elderly are ditching morning bhajans. They sing at park karaoke

“I am too young for jagrata and bhajan,” said 71-year-old Rajkumar Bhagchandani, who is part of Janakpuri's Dhoom Machalo karaoke group.

Young, Left, and reading—Delhi’s May Day Bookstore celebrates Workers’ Day for the 13th year

On May Day, a bookstore in Delhi's Shadipur celebrated its 13th anniversary by hosting a wide array of performers and speakers and by offering special discounts on select volumes.

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Have we reached a stage where we can say we’re proud of India? The data says so

As we head toward 'Azaadi Ka Amrit Kaal', let us remember the sacrifices of our freedom fighters and keep the growth engine turbocharged and bring energy and prosperity to all.

Navigating Trump’s tariffs is no child’s play. Indian toymakers are losing out on orders, enquiries

Indian toymakers are now exploring new markets, but they want govt to negotiate a trade deal with US soon, introduce incentives and subsidies to make the industry more competitive.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

Now that both IAF and PAF have made formal claims of having shot down the other’s aircraft in the 87-hour war in May, we can ask a larger question: do such numbers really matter?