Why is the Zojila tunnel a game changer? | Explains
The Zojila tunnel, the world's longest high-altitude tunnel (13.14 km at 11,578 feet), achieved a breakthrough, promising all-weather connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and...
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14 June 2026
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The human cost of a deadly weed killer: banning of paraqua in Telangana
The article highlights the severe human cost of paraquat, a highly toxic weed killer, through a personal account of poisoning and the subsequent ban imposed by Telangana, Kerala...
Odisha CM announces free education from KG to PG in govt. institutions
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced free education from kindergarten (KG) to postgraduate (PG) level in all government institutions across the state. Additionally...
Jaishankar speaks to Rubio, lodges strong protest over U.S. Navy attacks that killed three Indians
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar lodged a strong protest with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio over U.S. Navy attacks in the Gulf that resulted in the deaths o...
Retail inflation at 16-month high of 3.9% as food items get dearer
Retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose to a 16-month high of 3.9% in May 2026, primarily driven by increasing food prices, particularly tomatoes and ...
Strategic stalemate: On the U.S.-Iran conflict
The article analyzes the strategic stalemate in the U.S.-Iran conflict, highlighting President Trump's dilemma in dealing with Tehran. It details the escalation and de-escalatio...
Equality of treatment for Persons with Disabilities
The article highlights the significant exclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) from India's digital welfare state, citing inadequate, fragmented, and discretionary disabil...
Long overdue: On coal exchanges
The article discusses the newly unveiled Coal Exchange Rules, 2026, which aim to establish regulated market-based trading platforms for coal in India. These exchanges are intend...
The 8th CPC — a chance to reform pay commissions
The article discusses the upcoming 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) as an opportunity to fundamentally reform India's public compensation framework. It highlights critical issue...
12 June 2026
ED files protest petition against DVAC’s attempt to close ₹27.90 crore bribery case against former Minister Vaithilingam
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has filed a protest petition in the Principal Sessions Court, Chennai, against the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti Corruption (DVAC)'s move...
Iran says hasn’t reached a final decision on deal with U.S.
The article reports that Iran has not yet reached a final decision on a deal with the United States, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of an imminent "great set...
Himachal wants high level committee to assess financial impact; Punjab wants Special Category Status
The article reports on the 11th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog where Himachal Pradesh and Punjab Chief Ministers raised demands to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Himacha...