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Bollywood ignored Jyotirao, Savitribai Phule for long. Shooting for a new biopic set to start

The feature film to be directed by Ananth Narayan Mahadevan will focus on the ‘main era of action’ of the husband-wife. Shoot starts in April.

Khan Market and Anand General Store a contradiction. One is glitzy, the other basic, everyday

If one were to scrap the glossy surface of Khan Market, one would only see a multitude of very simple people — owners of the Allied Toy Store, Faqir Chand bookstore.

An ‘affordable’ UPSC dream is taking off in small-town India. It can change the steel frame

There’s been a surge in edtech platforms like UPSC Wallah and StudyIQ offering online classes and study material in pen drives that are mailed across India for the civil services exam.

‘Radicalised in Tihar’ — story of murder convict Naushad, accused in Delhi beheading

Naushad and Jagjit have been arrested for ‘murder’ of man they claim to have killed at behest of Pakistan-based handlers. Both have been booked under stringent UAPA.

Ethanol blending crucial to cut oil imports but doubling it will hurt India’s food security

Via blending, the Modi govt wants to reduce GHG emissions and India’s dependence on imported fuel. But the potent question is about food security.

Rise and fall of Indian Buddhism was a stranger, more exciting process than we know

Andhra was once as foreign to Buddhism as China was. Its conversion to the religion took many innovations, including worship of the dead.

In Chhattisgarh, a ‘portacabin’ school helps tribal kids dream — ‘want to be doctor, help my people’

Portacabin schools were started by state government in 2012 to cater to tribals. To a section affected by left-wing extremism and little to no connectivity, they offer relief. 

‘Whose history?’: In Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, the archives are fighting

The bone of contention is the brief overlap between when the state of Hyderabad acceded to India and when the state of Andhra Pradesh was created.

Pakistan again cultivating Lashkar, Jaish as loyal proxies. And why China’s got its back

LeT's Makki was designated as global terrorist after months of Chinese objection. There's a message: Islamabad can count on its Iron Brother for protection against jihadists.

There’s a scam in bank passbook of Gr Noida pvt school teachers. But nobody dares complain

On paper, the private school teachers earn decent salaries but they are forced to return a significant sum to the school in cash.

On Camera

Asha Bhosle’s last album was with British band Gorillaz. She was a trailblazer

Asha Bhosle showcased her versatility in 2006, when she collaborated with Australian cricketer Brett Lee on ‘You’re the One for Me’ for the ICC Champions Trophy.

Govt extends EV subsidies, nudges auto-makers to adopt cleaner fuel amid energy supply crisis

Centre says LPG supply stable despite pressure. Steps up efforts to ensure fuel security as Hormuz disruptions amid West Asia tensions upend global trade.

Brigadier & son assaulted in South Delhi for objecting to public drinking. No FIR yet, Army seeks action

Army has written to Delhi Police seeking action against the accused involved in the Friday night episode.

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.