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Success against Maoist leader Basavaraju was unthinkable a few years ago—here’s what changed

The operation in Chhattisgarh, hailed as the most successful anti-Naxal action in recent times, dealt a significant blow to the top Maoist leadership, striking at the very spine of the Naxalite movement.

Dominator-in-chief Kohli played it with a straight bat. His Test absence is more than just a void

Kohli brought six packs to the Indian team and a fitness culture that was simply infectious. While this had its own share of detractors, its acceptance only grew louder.

After Pahalgam, Modi govt took the 1971 playbook — and went several steps further

India’s modern diplomacy in the weeks since Pahalgam has followed a pattern observed in 1971 — when PM Indira Gandhi visited several Western capitals in the months leading up to the war.

Mandal 2.0 begins—Modi govt gambles on caste census to stay ahead of Congress, SP, RJD

The Modi government doesn't want to jeopardise its hold on the backward caste vote, especially with Congress and Mandal-era parties like SP and RJD eyeing the same turf.

An ‘insistence’ on showing that all was normal in Kashmir opened the doors to Pahalgam

Security forces claim that after the abrogation of Article 370, the government became very 'lenient' and opened up many 'unguarded spots' that had previously been closed due to security concerns.

BluSmart was a clean mobility success story. Exposes corporate governance at India’s startups

For customers, BluSmart was a success story that impacted their daily lives. In sync with the government’s clean mobility push, it was a flaunt for green-conscious riders.

26/11 attacks—NIA hopes to finish with Tahawwur Rana what Headley testimony had only begun

Tahawwur Rana’s interrogation may finally shed light on seven Pakistani nationals named in the NIA chargesheet that Pakistan never allowed Indian investigators to question.

1995 Waqf Act balanced Islamic principles and Indian law. Amendment Bill shifts the scales

Removing Section 40 of the 1995 Act and changing the long-standing 'once a waqf, always a waqf' rule could deepen the gap between Indian and Islamic Waqf systems.

Is Kamra final authority on free speech? Both critics & supporters can’t see beyond him

In circles dominated by liberals and the Opposition, there is a volley of support for Kamra. YouTube comments are filled with messages varying from awe-inspired to urgent.

Aurangzeb keeps haunting Maharashtra politics. This time, he can hurt Fadnavis’ governance

Most of the conflicts in Maharashtra haven't been about Muslims worshipping Aurangzeb. They're about the perception of Hindus targeting Muslims and politicians fueling the divide.

On Camera

Trump is swinging on Russia again. What this means for Europe’s security architecture

The dynamics between Europe and Russia have gone so south that mending fences looks like an uphill task—even as the US swings between sanctions and olive branches.

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

15 Vir Chakras awarded for Op Sindoor, 9 go to IAF pilots who struck Pakistani terror camps

For the first time, 2 Agniveers were awarded the Sena Medal for Operation Sindoor roles, among others. A 3rd Agniveer received a Mention in Despatches.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.