India Archive

In a significant development, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken the bold step of filing an FIR against an official from another major investigative body, the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The charges? Alleged involvement in a sweeping corruption scandal linked to Delhi's excise policy for 2021-22.

In a city renowned for its coaching centers, tragedy struck once again. Kota, the educational hub of Rajasthan, was left reeling as it witnessed two more students taking their own lives in the face of relentless academic pressure. In an alarming turn of events, this brought the tally of such tragic incidents to a number that's impossible to ignore.

In a significant development from Uttar Pradesh, the renowned co-founder of Alt News, Mohammed Zubair, finds himself ensnared in a legal net. On 28th August, the UP Police officially booked Zubair under the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015's Section 74. His alleged wrongdoing? Sharing a video on social media that exposed a minor's identity.

In a groundbreaking moment that will be etched in India's sports history, Neeraj Chopra, our celebrated Olympic champion, seized a phenomenal victory. On a chilly Monday morning in Budapest, Chopra's javelin soared through the air, piercing the atmosphere with determination and landing India its inaugural gold at the World Athletics Championships. The feat becomes all the more commendable as he managed to clinch the win with a margin of less than a meter against his fierce competitor, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem.

Calcutta, August 25 - In a landmark judgment, the Calcutta High Court declared, "Durga Puja is a secular festival just like a fair, not religious." Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharyya, whose remarks are now at the center of extensive discussions, emphasized that the renowned festival is a convergence of various cultures and not merely a religious observance.

In an era where interstellar achievements should ideally unite a nation in pride, some prefer to dwell in the confines of political rivalry. This Saturday was no exception.

In the bustling streets of India, a decade ago, you'd catch glimpses of Western influence – from the clothes on the back of a local resident to the imported items filling up their homes. Working abroad or globe-trotting was the emblem of prestige, a symbol of having 'arrived'. The treasures of Sanatan Dharma felt distant, almost lost in a mist of the past. The mere act of embracing one's cultural heritage was often seen through skeptical eyes, considered an archaic way of thinking. But times have changed, and India today is undergoing a transformative renaissance, melding the ancient with the contemporary, the sacred with the pioneering.

In a significant development on Wednesday, the Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi cast a spotlight on the dark chapter of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, ordering the framing of charges against incarcerated Congress leader Sajjan Kumar. The directive pertains to two chilling incidents that remain etched in the collective memory of the nation.

In an era where accomplishments in space science draw the world's attention, India's recent triumph with Chandrayaan 3 is no exception. This monumental feat had the nation swelling with pride. But while most celebrated, some were busy dusting off old record books.

Summer 2022 brought a wave of change with the introduction of the 'Agnipath' initiative. The decision sparked a myriad of reactions. Old guards from military echelons raised eyebrows, pondering its implications. Meanwhile, individuals with dreams of stable government jobs found their aspirations clouded by potential reductions in job openings.