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Ceramics are the alphabet of archaeology. India’s pottery traditions must be protected

The number of potters in India is declining. We must recognise their contribution to society and protect them, if only from an archaeologist’s point of view.

Rape isn’t just a Bengal problem. It’s a wake-up call for police, courts and schools

The path forward involves acknowledging the severity of the issue, implementing meaningful reforms, and fostering a culture of respect and justice.

Arvind Kejriwal bail doesn’t make him innocent. Moral, ethical, political questions remain

The reality check here is that Kejriwal’s bail is as temporary as the celebrations surrounding it.

Peaceful Shimla is a fantasy. Mosque protests have made us residents snap out of it

This isn’t about the mosque, but about importing an edgy form of politics to the relatively untapped reservoirs of Hindu anxiety.

Why it’s the best time to buy a car since 2019—deep discounts not the only factor

After a couple of years of months-long delivery delays and price-gouging on certain models, discounts are back in focus.

ANRF can help India counter China’s influence, boost tech diplomacy

By placing science, technology, and innovation at the core of national policy, the ANRF aligns with PM Modi’s broader efforts, encapsulated in his vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Debunking anti-ageing myths. Treatments, luxury creams can’t rewind the biological clock

High-end skincare products may feel luxurious, but they aren’t magic potions. When taking care of your skin, what you need is consistency, not a gold-plated jar of moisturiser.

Arvind Kejriwal bail finally brings AAP leadership together. Opportunity to regroup, reset

Two years ago, as the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party celebrated its resounding victory in the Punjab assembly election, decisively defeating established political players,...

Round 1 goes to Mamata in face-off with doctors. And it’s not over yet

Master politician Mamata Banerjee has outmanoeuvred agitating doctors, leaving them stunned, dumbfounded, and looking somewhat foolish. While she emerged practically smelling of roses.

Draghi report wants EU to have an edge in competitive world. It’s just too hard to implement

The next five years, with a second term for EU Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen, will shape the future course of the European project, and offer an expanded role and returns for New Delhi.

On Camera

Why India’s young would rather pay for a crowd than sit quietly in a library

In trying to modernise the idea of a 'third space', Gen Z has forgotten the original ones altogether. Libraries, parks, and museums were about coexistence without expectation, which went beyond productivity or leisure.

India’s online gaming rules to take effect on 1 May; most games exempt from registration

The rules, which come into force on 1 May, establish an Online Gaming Authority which will determine whether a game is an online money game or online social game in only three situations.

Japan overhauls post-World War II pacifist military approach, lifts restrictions on defence exports

Since October last year, Japan PM Sanae Takaichi has planned to increase defence spending target to 2 percent of GDP.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.