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SC’s triple test for OBC quota can start fresh caste conflicts. Govt must step in

Nanavati Commission to Rangnath Mishra Commission—all had their credibility publicly questioned. Research published in peer reviewed journals are seen as more reliable.

Not Bharat Jodo Yatra, 2023 will be all about G20 and Modi’s Vishwa Jodo Yatra

When Congress attacked BJP over China issue, PM Modi asked cabinet ministers to speak to media on subjects not pertaining to their own ministries.

India’s police need to stop policing women’s choices

Similar to their colonial predecessors, Indian police are obsessed with policing defiant daughters – not defending their rights.

Pathaan’s Besharam Rang is the latest entry to the list of things offending Hindu sentiments

Another gerua debate has reared its head toward Arijit Singh’s Kolkata concert which was cancelled due to G20 events. BJP has termed it as ‘anti-saffronisation.’

What books did ThePrint editors read in 2022? A pick from the best

ThePrint editors have an appetite for books on economy, intelligence, culture, history, fantasy, and some difficult literature too. You must add them to your list.

Food subsidies are no cure for rural distress. Why the money’s better spent on other options

Self-selecting programme like employment guarantee scheme, and investing more in public health care, school education and job-oriented training will be far more beneficial.

How far will China go to help Russia? Xi’s in no mind to prioritise Moscow’s economic woes

Russia expected help from China in three sectors—high tech, finance, and energy. That is where China's coming out as a pragmatic player, dipping business activity.

Allahabad HC suggestion to include transgenders in OBC list will be a disaster

A better way to take care of transgender rights will be to give them horizontal reservation within their respective caste categories.

2022 brought back the wonder years of Internet – with curiosity-led innovation

Three key tech-policy reforms in 2023 offer a rare opportunity to create an innovation-friendly regulatory environment.

Nepal’s new Communist govt will wear China tilt on sleeves at its own peril

Monarchy to Marxist, India has successfully handled Nepal's dispensations. The latest surprise sprung by two Communist leaders with China in the mix won't be any different for New Delhi.

On Camera

New promo video by PLA Navy is a teaser of China’s deep blue capabilities

Rather than functioning as conventional propaganda, the video operates as a device for interpretation, subtly shaping expectations about future developments in China’s naval trajectory.

Adani’s giant copper plant hits technical setbacks in first year

The 500,000 tonne-per-year plant produced just 94,000 tonnes of refined copper from April 2025 to February this year.

Indian drone tech company ideaForge signs MoU with Japanese firm to develop next-gen AI powered drones

By pairing Indian drone engineering with Japanese semiconductor expertise, the two firms aim to develop more advanced autonomous systems tailored to both defence & commercial use.

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.