For the first time since Partition, a university in Pakistan is teaching Sanskrit. It started as sociology professor Shahid Rasheed’s passion project—‘languages build bridges’
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's comment draws sharp reactions; BJP says it has 'crossed all limits of decency', Congress distances itself from comment.
The 3-language formula envisaged under NEP 2020 recommends students learn 3 languages, at least 2 of which must be native to India. Formula applies to govt as well as pvt schools.
A panel discussion at the launch of Peggy Mohan’s book, ‘Father Tongue, Motherland’ traced the evolution of Indian languages from the Indus Valley Civilisation to the Mughal era.
Bondi’s missteps hastened her exit, but her departure offers a reset. The Senate must not rubber-stamp Trump’s pick and should demand an attorney general committed to DOJ independence.
Regulator seeks feedback on allowing firms to repurchase shares via exchanges after tax changes, as markets reel from war-led selloff and foreign outflows.
It’s easy to understand why the government can’t speak the hard truth. When this war ends, as all wars do, India’s interests will lie with both the winner and the loser.
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