August 5, 2026

Year: 2026

‘Satluj’ Controversy Rocks Punjab Politics: How Diljit Dosanjh’s Film Has Reignited Identity, Free Speech and Election-Year Fault Lines

The "Satluj" controversy has rapidly evolved from an entertainment issue to a major political flashpoint in Punjab, exposing ideological divisions and reigniting debates on identity, free speech, and cultural representation, with political parties struggling to navigate the complex issue ahead of elections.

India, Afghanistan agree to form Joint Working Group to promote agricultural cooperation

India and Afghanistan have taken a significant step towards strengthening their bilateral ties by forming a Joint Working Group to promote cooperation in agriculture and livestock, with the goal of improving food security, agricultural production, and livelihoods of farmers in both countries.

Calcutta High Court seeks affidavit from West Bengal government.

** In a surprise move, the Calcutta High Court has sought an affidavit from the West Bengal government over the midday meal contract for ISKCON, amidst controversy and opposition from various parties. The government claims that its intention is purely altruistic, but critics argue that it's a move to impose vegetarianism and Hindu orthodoxy on the state.

IMF Upgrades UK Growth Forecast to 1%, Making Britain Among Fastest-Growing G7 Economies

The UK economy is set to outpace other G7 nations with a growth forecast of 1%, according to the latest update from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which has upgraded its previous prediction of 0.8% growth, citing a resilient consumer sector and stable interest rates.

Government accused of inaction on malpractices in NEET and NET tests.

The Indian government has been accused of turning a blind eye to repeated malpractices in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and the National Entrance Test (NET), with opposition leader Rahul Gandhi demanding a comprehensive overhaul of the systems to prevent such scams from happening again.

10 Years Since Burhan Wani’s Death: How Kashmir’s Militancy Has Changed Over a Decade

It's been 10 years since the death of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, which marked a watershed moment in the Kashmir conflict, triggering months of unrest and reshaping both militancy and counter-insurgency in the region, with significant changes in the security landscape, militancy, and political realities.