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US Dept of Labor tweets about ‘One People. One Heritage’. People ask: Who is American?

X’s Grok AI flagged that the phrasing overlaps with 'Ein Volk, ein Reich, ein Führer'—a central slogan used by Adolf Hitler during Nazi rule.

What is Bagurumba? Bodo dance with a place of honour at Advantage Assam 2.0

The Advantage Assam 2.0 summit will feature a Bagurumba performance by 10,000 dancers. It’s an investment summit that aims to showcase the state’s economic potential.

PSLV-C62 failure: What Indian start-ups say about trusting ISRO as a launch partner

ISRO’s second PSLV mission failure in a row comes as global launch services become more competitive, with SpaceX’s reusable rocket and China nearing 100 launches a year.

How London, Seattle transformed its old power plants. The possible future of Delhi’s Rajghat plant

Rather than demolishing these industrial structures, cities are preserving them as landmarks that tell the story of industrialisation while generating economic and social value.

‘Are You Dead?’ How Chinese people are tackling loneliness

The app’s sudden popularity has pushed it to the top of the Apple App Store’s paid charts, making it the most downloaded paid app in China.

Industry experts call for quality control and accountability with ISRO’s repeat launch failures

Between January 2025 and January 2026, the Indian space agency had three failed missions that carried satellites of strategic importance.

Australia tightens student visa checks, moves India to highest-risk category. What it means

The downgrade is the outcome of an intense review conducted by Australia’s Department of Home Affairs late last year.

Higher protein, red meat—how the new US dietary guidelines differ from other countries

The new inverted food pyramid marks a significant overhaul of federal nutrition policy. The guidelines also come with a clear message: eat real food.

Why Oxford University Press apologised for a Shivaji book 20 years later

The author first apologised in 2003, stating he loved India and had no intention of defaming Shivaji Maharaj, whom he acknowledged as a great figure.

Why Iranian women are lighting cigarettes with Khamenei’s burning photos

At least 65 people have been reportedly killed, including children. There have also been reports of live ammunition and pellet guns being used against protesters.

On Camera

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Beckham—is Spice Girl Victoria a controlling desi mummyji?

The 26-year-old Brooklyn Beckham announced he has no wish to reconcile with his family and is “standing up” for himself “for the first time” in his life.

Government moves to ease Chinese investment curbs, clarify e-commerce export rules

Proposals based on Gauba panel recommendations; DPIIT has also sought defence ministry's comment to increase FDI limit from 49 percent to 74 percent.

CISF to take over security of all sea ports; govt approves airport-like hybrid arrangements

Development comes in the backdrop of Amit Shah chairing meeting to set up a dedicated body for the security of vessels and port facilities. It will be called Bureau of Port Security.

Pakistan se azaadi. Grow up India, stop giving it prime real estate in your psyche

Pakistan not only has zero chance of catching up with India in most areas, but will inevitably see the gap rising. Its leaders will offer its people the same snake oil in different bottles.