Opinion

The name game

Thursday, 09 May 2024

Global South’s cultural diplomacy

Wednesday, 08 May 2024

The die is cast

Wednesday, 08 May 2024
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Entertainment

Ali Fazal boards cast of Kamal Haasan-Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life'

Thursday, 09 May 2024

Actor Ali Fazal is the latest addition to "Thug Life", the upcoming movie from cinema veterans Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam. The critically-acclaimed filmmaker and the veteran actor are reuniting after 35 years for the Tamil star's 234th feature film. They earlier worked together on the 1987 critical hit “Nayakan”. Fazal, who...

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Agenda

Covishield's Shield In Question

Sunday, 05 May 2024

Amid mounting concerns regarding Covishield’s safety and the acknowledgment of potential adverse effects by its maker UK giant AstraZeneca, public unease is on the rise,...

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A Night in Ostello Bell Shared Stories, Shared Spaces

Sunday, 05 May 2024

After watching Kangana Ranaut's film, Queen which includes a scene where she stays in a hostel, I was intrigued and mentally noted to experience it...

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astroturf | Mother teaches how to make life better

Sunday, 05 May 2024

Carrying over from the previous issue, it is important to note that negative memory implants in our minds and the preconditioning thereof, can act a...

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Features

Narendra Modi introduces India to its Ashtalakshmis

Saturday, 04 May 2024

Modi’s North east story Author: Tuhin Sinha and Aditya Pittie Publisher: Rupa (www.rupapublications.co.in) Price: Rs 595.00 A well-timed book, Modi’s North East Story, enumerating the development story of the...

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CHHAYA: A contraceptive beyond family planning

Monday, 06 May 2024

Introduction of the CHHAYA pill, approved by the Government, marks a significant step in expanding contraceptive options for women, enhancing accessibility and reproductive autonomy, says...

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Enforcement drive against tax evading traders

Thursday, 09 May 2024 | Staff Reporter

To facilitate smooth conduct of election, the enforcement agencies have been asked to prepare an action plan and take strict action against the traders issuing fake and bogus invoices, undeclared godowns and transportation of goods distributed for free. Following actions, an amount of Rs. 35.06 crores have been deposited from...

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‘Viswa Bandhu India wants Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’

Monday, 06 May 2024 | PNS

“In a world mired with conflict, uncertainty and at times war, India is today recognised globally as a nation working for a common cause and in partnership with many nations,” External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said during a visit to Cuttack on Sunday. Jaishankar said this while addressing a meeting on...

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Yogi: Congress manifesto like a ‘new version’ of Muslim League

Thursday, 09 May 2024 | PNS

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a scathing attack on the Congress over its manifesto and said that it was like a ‘new version’ of the Muslim League. The chief minister stated, “This is not a ‘Nyay Patra’, but ‘Anyay Patra’ for the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes and Sanatan Dharma....

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Akshita: Railway takes step for female safety at platforms

Thursday, 09 May 2024 | SHRI RAM SHAW

To ensure women passengers’ safety at railway platforms, the South East Central Railway, Raipur, has given out a stern message to those who remain indifferent to its instructions: “Fall in line or get ready to face the music.” Speaking exclusively with The Pioneer, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Awadhesh Kumar Trivedi said:...

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Backing of captain Cummins, SRH support staff matters a lot: Abhishek Sharma

Thursday, 09 May 2024 | PTI | Hyderabad

The unwavering support from skipper Pat Cummins and the entire think-tank played a big role in his success in the on-going IPL, reckoned Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Abhishek Sharma. The 23-year-old Punjab left-hander fired from all cylinders for Hyderabad this season, making 401 runs from 12 matches and those runs have come at an awesome strike-rate of 205. "Our support staff and Pat (Cummins), the way they think, I have never seen anyone else think like that," Abhishek...

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Exotica

Welcome to the May edition of Exotica, the ultimate travel magazine for those seeking adventure and cultural immersion. This month, we have an exciting lineup of stories that will take you on a journey across India. Our cover story features the majestic Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, situated in the heart of Madhya Pradesh. Our correspondent has captured the essence of the reserve with its lush green forests, sprawling meadows, and, of course, the tigers. The reserve is a must-visit for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Get ready to experience the thrill of encountering these magnificent creatures up close and personal. For the foodies out there, we have an exclusive feature on Nagaland cuisine. Our writer takes you on a gastronomic journey to the far northeast, where you can discover the unique flavors and textures of this region's cuisine. From smoked meat to bamboo shoot delicacies, Nagaland has something to offer for everyone's taste buds. In addition to our other exciting features this month, we would like to draw your attention to the fascinating Burash flower, also known as Rhododendron in English. The Burash is a medicinal plant that grows in the Himalayan region and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. The plant has many health benefits, including its ability to reduce inflammation and fever. The Burash flower is also known to be effective in treating respiratory ailments such as asthma and bronchitis, and has even been used to help alleviate pain during childbirth.