India's economy and policy

How actor Vijay won a case challenging land allotted to him by Tamil Nadu Housing Board

Recently, an election petitioner claimed in the Madras High Court that the actor-turned-politician had sold the commercial building with a constructed area of 23,460 sq.ft. for a consideration of ₹35 crore on February 12, 2026

Andhra SCPCR to organise meeting on ‘Making Father’s Name Optional’ with stakeholders

SCPCR, in association with NGOs, Children of India Foundation and HELP, will conduct the meeting

India news: Delhi air quality level 'severe' after Diwali

Illegal fireworks during Diwali celebrations have impacted New Delhi's air quality level. DW has the latest.

Polluted Delhi Tries ‘Green’ Fireworks to Clear the Air at Diwali

India’s top court decreed that only more environmentally friendly fireworks could be set off this weekend, citing air quality concerns. But environmental activists call it a “green wash.”

Rangoli makers adapt to rising costs to preserve colourful Diwali tradition

Rangoli makers in India are adapting to rising material costs by turning to organic alternatives.

19 Indian seafarers stranded in Yemen evacuated, Embassy says

The evacuation comes days after India said 14 Indian nationals aboard a yacht involved in an incident off the Yemeni coast were safe

Homes and temples glow across India to mark Diwali

Millions of Indians are marking the festival of lights with glowing lamps, fireworks and traditional sweets.

Photos: Diwali celebrations light up India and its global diaspora

Celebrations feature fireworks, prayers, reunions, rangoli designs, feasting, and the sharing of sweets and gifts.

Rent-a-grandchild: Businesses offering companions to elderly grow in India

A small but growing number of firms selling what families once took for granted: someone to take care of the seniors.

Vijayan demands withdrawal of circular allowing colleges to increase seats without Keralam Govt nod

The CPI(M) veteran said a September 11 circular issued by the Higher Education Department had made prior government approval mandatory for introducing new courses and increasing seats in government, aided and autonomous colleges

Agitation against CEC will go on till he is removed: Venugopal

‘We will withdraw from this agitation only after Gyanesh Kumar is removed from the post and steps are taken to make India's electoral system and processes flawless, impartial and fair,’ said K.C. Venugopal

Dangerous harmonies: Is there a hidden villain in India’s devastating electrical fires?

Electrical causes are predominating in India’s recent fire incidents; while codes and guidelines are covering these increasingly, there are still major gaps such as taking into account harmonic currents put into the system by state-of-the-art electronics equipment

Sanskrit University suspension row: Govindan backs stir, says it should go on till suspended students write exams

Sixteen students were suspended after a Students’ Federation of India-led protest during a syndicate meeting on August 13 over a lack of adequate campus facilities

BJP celebrates Advani’s birthday with puja, havan; leaders laud his role in Indian politics

The event, coinciding with Deepavali, was organised to commemorate Mr. Advani’s life, dedication to the nation, organisational contributions and long public career, the BJP said

Diwali: Over one billion people mark victory of light over darkness

Diwali celebrations began on Sunday, with people across India and the global diaspora gathering to mark one of the most important festivals in the Hindu tradition. In Ayodhya, believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, the deity celebrated during the festival, festivities included performances based on the Hindu epic

PM Modi to continue Diwali tradition with jawans, extends wishes to people across country

India vs Pakistan, Under-19 Asia Cup Live Score: Ali Raza strikes again; India in trouble, lose VK Vineeth

India vs Pakistan Live Cricket Score, U19 Asia Cup: IND-U19 to bat first; Sehwag, Dravid in focus

Ramayana Box Office Collection Day 3: Ranbir Kapoor-Sai Pallavi Film Earns More Than Opening Day With Rs 182 Crore In India

Ramayana: Rise of a Legend review – India’s most expensive film ever becomes spectacular, huge-scale epic

Delhi faces new challenge from Samosa caucus

Surge in Indian-American wins in U.S. midterms may test MEA as young Desi Democrat leaders are more ready to take up civil rights causes in India too

301 Colony residents put forward 10 recommendations to foster tribal settlement’s development

During the meeting that took place on November 3, residents outlined key priorities spanning housing, basic infrastructure, land utilisation, agriculture, and human-wildlife conflict mitigation

A bridge between past and present

A German publication ranked Bihar Museum among the best in the world. Mayank Kumar visits to understand what went into the making of the museum and what visitors think of its contribution to the development of Indian civilization