Power plant blast in central India kills at least 19, injures 17
At least 19 people have been killed and 17 others injured when a boiler at a power plant in central India exploded, local police said Wednesday. The explosion occurred Tuesday…
Foothills road stir deferred in Nagaland, agitation on hold; govt asked to clarify Rs 430 cr project
The Nagaland Foothills Road Co-ordination Committee (NFHRCC) on April 15 announced the temporary suspension of its proposed agitation over the upgradation of the Foothills Road, following a high-level consultative meeting…
Trump’s Hormuz blockade puts China, India in crosshairs as U.S. pressure on Iran spills over
The U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is not only squeezing Iran but also ratcheting up pressure on two of its most consequential relationships in Asia — India and…
India: A Dalit officer highlights caste bias in judiciary
‘Caste everywhere if you look’Gopal*, a young judicial officer in north India, says caste continues to shape both formal and informal aspects of the judiciary, influencing recruitment, workplace interactions and…
Compensation row escalates in Dima Hasao, villagers threaten to halt highway work
Protests have intensified in Dima Hasao district as residents of Dolaichunga village under Harangajao demanded immediate compensation for land damage caused by an ongoing highway project, warning of halting construction…
Explosive poll lapse allegation: Congress candidate Debabrata Saikia flags ‘serious breach’ in strong room
Alleging major violations in the handling of post-poll materials, Debabrata Saikia, candidate from the 97 No. Nazira Assembly constituency, has written to the Election Commission of India seeking urgent intervention…
Meghalaya to launch DNA-based study on origins of Khasi, Jaintia and Garo tribes
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on April 14 announced a comprehensive research project to study the origins of the state’s indigenous tribes, including the Khasi, Jaintia and Garo communities.…
Supreme Court to hear Assam govt plea against Pawan Khera’s bail today
The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to hear on April 15 a plea filed by the Assam government challenging the anticipatory bail granted to Congress leader Pawan Khera in…
Prohibitory orders imposed in Manipur’s Bishnupur after violent clashes between protesters, security forces
Tension flared in Bishnupur district on April 14 after protesters clashed with security forces, prompting authorities to impose prohibitory orders to restore law and order. The violence broke out in…
Arunachal minor traced safe near Tigdo Bridge after attempt to leave for Mumbai
A 16-year-old girl from Doimukh in Papum Pare district, who was reported missing on the evening of April 12, was safely traced near Tigdo Bridge, bringing relief to her family…