MALAPPURAM: In a move that underscores the intersection of religion and politics, several Muslim groups in Kerala, including the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), have approached the Election Commission of India (ECI), seeking a change in the election date. They argue that holding elections on a Friday would cause inconvenience to believers. The groups have […]
In 2014, the Supreme Court’s A. Nagaraja judgment held that the tradition of Jallikattu or ‘bull jumping’ was ‘violative’ of Article 51-A(g) of the Indian Constitution, that calls for citizens to have ‘compassion’ for living creatures and effectively banned Jallikattu. “Compassion” is also the basis of the Animal Birth Control Rules, meant to ostensibly control the stray dog populations in public spaces, but ironically mandates that stray dogs remain homeless, fed and maintained, in public (and private) spaces.
The recent submission of the report on “One Nation, One Election” by the High-Level Committee (HLC) marks a pivotal moment in India’s democratic journey. Chaired by former President Ram Nath Kovind, the committee’s exhaustive consultations and research have culminated in a visionary proposal aimed at transforming India’s electoral landscape. At its core, the concept of […]
The Indian pharmaceutical industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s healthcare infrastructure, has recently experienced a notable regulatory transformation with the implementation of the Uniform Code for Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) by the Central Government. This move marks a significant stride towards regulating interactions between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare professionals, underscoring a commitment to ethical conduct […]
In his resignation letter to Mayawati, Pandey expressed frustration over the lack of engagement with party leadership, signaling a prevailing sentiment among BSP MPs. With Azad's potential move to the BJP, four out of ten BSP Lok Sabha MPs have either defected or expressed intentions to do so.
China’s defence spending has grown by more than seven per cent for the third consecutive year, despite its slowing economy and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Bhayani compared Goddess Sita to Nita Ambani, wife of industrialist Mukesh Ambani, following the viral wedding of their son Anant Ambani.
Conway's absence will be keenly felt by CSK, impacting their title defence just weeks before the IPL 2024 kicks off on March 22.