The Karnataka government has proposed a major overhaul of its excise policy, introducing wide-ranging changes that could reshape the state’s liquor industry. The draft amendments aim to modernise regulations, simplify processes, and revise taxation, but have also raised concerns about transparency and consumer awareness. One of the most debated prop
The Karnataka government has proposed a major overhaul of its excise policy, introducing wide-ranging changes that could reshape the state’s liquor industry. The draft amendments aim to modernise regulations, simplify processes, and revise taxation, but have also raised concerns about transparency and consumer awareness. One of the most debated prop
Recent satellite data have revealed that Earth’s nights are becoming increasingly brighter due to a sharp rise in artificial lighting across the globe. Scientists have found that this change is not uniform, with different regions showing varied trends based on development, energy access, and socio-political factors. A global study has shown that artificial lighting increased by around 16% between 2014 and 2022. The findings highlight that nighttime brightness does not simply grow
Recent satellite data have revealed that Earth’s nights are becoming increasingly brighter due to a sharp rise in artificial lighting across the globe. Scientists have found that this change is not uniform, with different regions showing varied trends based on development, energy access, and socio-political factors. A global study has shown that artificial lighting increased by around 16% between 2014 and 2022. The findings highlight that nighttime brightness does not simply grow
A violent clash broke out at a gurdwara in Moers, leaving multiple people injured and triggering a large-scale police response. The incident, involving dozens of individuals, created panic among worshippers and raised concerns over safety at religious places. According to reports, the confrontation escalated rapidly, with participants allegedly using
A violent clash broke out at a gurdwara in Moers, leaving multiple people injured and triggering a large-scale police response. The incident, involving dozens of individuals, created panic among worshippers and raised concerns over safety at religious places. According to reports, the confrontation escalated rapidly, with participants allegedly using
In Thiruparankundram, a strong sense of communal harmony prevails despite a long-standing dispute involving a temple and a dargah. Locals describe the relationship between Hindus and Muslims as a “mama-machan” bond, reflecting close social ties and mutual respect. The controversy revolves around the lighting of a ceremonial lamp at a hill where th
In Thiruparankundram, a strong sense of communal harmony prevails despite a long-standing dispute involving a temple and a dargah. Locals describe the relationship between Hindus and Muslims as a “mama-machan” bond, reflecting close social ties and mutual respect. The controversy revolves around the lighting of a ceremonial lamp at a hill where th
Vijay created a heartwarming moment during a recent political rally when he interacted with a newly married couple. The actor-turned-politician, who is actively campaigning for his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), paused to
Vijay created a heartwarming moment during a recent political rally when he interacted with a newly married couple. The actor-turned-politician, who is actively campaigning for his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), paused to
Rising tensions between Iran and the United States are creating fresh economic and diplomatic challenges for
Rising tensions between Iran and the United States are creating fresh economic and diplomatic challenges for
Narendra Modi addressed the special Parliament session on April 16, 2026, focusing on the Women’s Reservation Bill and the proposed delimitation exercise. Urging cross-party support for 33% reservation, he stressed that India’s progress depends not only on infrastructure but also on greater participation of women in policymaking. In a notable rema
Narendra Modi addressed the special Parliament session on April 16, 2026, focusing on the Women’s Reservation Bill and the proposed delimitation exercise. Urging cross-party support for 33% reservation, he stressed that India’s progress depends not only on infrastructure but also on greater participation of women in policymaking. In a notable rema
Tensions in the Middle East remain high as Asim Munir is set to visit Washington following his diplomatic mission in Tehran. His outreach is aimed at easing tensions between the United States and Iran amid the ongoing regional co
Tensions in the Middle East remain high as Asim Munir is set to visit Washington following his diplomatic mission in Tehran. His outreach is aimed at easing tensions between the United States and Iran amid the ongoing regional co
Iran has signaled a shift in its approach to the Strait of Hormuz during ongoing talks with the United States, proposing safe passage for ships through the Omani side of the strategic waterway. The move suggests a potential de-escalation after weeks of hardline rhetoric from Tehran. The development comes amid heightened tensions, with the U.S. military reportedly imposing restrictions on Iranian ports, disrupting global oil and LNG shipping. Against this backdrop, Iran’s proposal
Iran has signaled a shift in its approach to the Strait of Hormuz during ongoing talks with the United States, proposing safe passage for ships through the Omani side of the strategic waterway. The move suggests a potential de-escalation after weeks of hardline rhetoric from Tehran. The development comes amid heightened tensions, with the U.S. military reportedly imposing restrictions on Iranian ports, disrupting global oil and LNG shipping. Against this backdrop, Iran’s proposal
Mandatory military service, or conscription, is still enforced in many countries worldwide, especially those facing security threats or with smaller populations. In contrast to voluntary military services like those in India or the United States, several nations require citizens to serve in the armed forces for a set period. Countries such as South Korea and Israel have long-standing conscription systems, with men required to serve between 18 to 21 months in South Korea and both men
Mandatory military service, or conscription, is still enforced in many countries worldwide, especially those facing security threats or with smaller populations. In contrast to voluntary military services like those in India or the United States, several nations require citizens to serve in the armed forces for a set period. Countries such as South Korea and Israel have long-standing conscription systems, with men required to serve between 18 to 21 months in South Korea and both men
Donald Trump has said the conflict between the United States and Iran is “very close to being over,” while stressing that military operations are still ongoing. Speaking in a recent interview, Trump noted that despite signs o
Donald Trump has said the conflict between the United States and Iran is “very close to being over,” while stressing that military operations are still ongoing. Speaking in a recent interview, Trump noted that despite signs o
Ambedkar Jayanti is observed every year on April 14 to mark the birth anniversary of B. R. Ambedkar, one of India’s greatest reformers and the chief architect of the Constitution. The day is celebrated across the country to hon
Ambedkar Jayanti is observed every year on April 14 to mark the birth anniversary of B. R. Ambedkar, one of India’s greatest reformers and the chief architect of the Constitution. The day is celebrated across the country to hon