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Are the Islamic terrorists imported into Bangladesh by Dr. Muhammad Yunus from Syria, Afghanistan, and Pakistan targeting only Hindus and other religious minorities in Bangladesh? How safe are West Bengal, Assam, and Tripura and other…

What began as a humanitarian tragedy has now spiraled into a demographic explosion and a looming regional catastrophe. Inside the overcrowded Rohingya refugee camps of Ukhiya and Teknaf in Cox’s Bazar, the birth rate has reached…

By Harshita Rai Legacy and Political Inheritance: Advantage or Burden? Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, born November 9, 1989, is the youngest son of Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi — two of Bihar’s most influential political figures. Growing up in…

Princeton, New Jersey: Few know that Albert Einstein, one of the greatest scientific minds in history, kept a portrait of Mahatma Gandhi in his study at 112 Mercer Street, Princeton, alongside those of physicists Michael Faraday and James…

Deepawali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a vibrant and joyous celebration that transcends geographical boundaries and cultural differences. This festival, celebrated by millions worldwide, symbolises the victory of light over…

By Harshita Rai In Bihar’s bustling political theatre, drama and destiny often walk hand in hand. But this time, the spotlight dimmed before the first act even began. Prashant Kishor — the man who promised to challenge the old guard and…

By Harshita Rai Since its formation in 2014, Telangana has steadily carved a niche for itself as a vibrant hub of industry, innovation, and culture. Strategically perched on the Deccan plateau, the state has leveraged its unique geographic…

Harshita Rai Nagaland’s economy—rich in craft, colour, and community—is set for a welcome transformation. The Centre’s latest GST reforms, slashing rates from 12% to 5% across major sectors like handloom, bamboo, coffee, and tourism, are…

By Harshita Rai The Durgapur gang-rape of a 23-year-old MBBS student should have been a moment for collective grief, reflection, and urgent action. Instead, it has exposed a troubling pattern in West Bengal’s political leadership:…

Prof Madan Mohan Goel, Proponent Needonomics & Former Vice-Chancellor (Thrice) In an age of rapid urbanization and rising vehicle ownership, road safety has become a pressing concern that calls for moral as well as administrative…