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Forty years after Karamchedu, caste cauldron still simmers

India, July 17 -- Like many villages across India, Karamchedu had two drinking water tanks - a sprawling one used by the dominant Kamma communities and a decrepit one used by the Dalit Madiga groups. ... Read More


Bommai judgment draws the line for democracy

India, July 17 -- Indian politics is no stranger to power struggles, party splits, and mid-term shake-ups. But when this starts affecting elected state governments, constitutional principles - and ins... Read More


India need to learn the right lessons from the Lord's Test

Mumbai, July 17 -- It was a close encounter of the Test kind. Drama and pressure were the defining points of a day that few will forget anytime soon. But among those who do want to forget it will be a... Read More


A few mistakes, not big ones, cost India the Test

India, July 17 -- What a Test match! What a series! But I guess a result that would still sadden Indian fans. I have taken a holistic view of this Indian tour of England. It's a conscious decision I t... Read More


Cabinet nod to scheme for agri sector in 100 districts

New Delhi, July 17 -- The Union cabinet on Wednesday chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), a Rs.24,000-crore-a-year scheme to boost agriculture a... Read More


SC commutes death sentences of 2 to life term without remission

New Delhi, July 17 -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered two death row convicts, in separate cases, to remain in jail for the rest of their lives without remission considering reports of their soc... Read More


Take call on certification for Udaipur Files immediately, top court tells govt

New Delhi, July 17 -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the central government to "immediately" take a call on whether the film Udaipur Files, based on the 2022 murder of tailor Kanhaiya Lal, shoul... Read More


Trump says 'whatever's credible' in Epstein files must be released

Washington, July 17 -- President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the US justice department should release all "credible" information from its probe into notorious sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein as he sough... Read More


16 'black spots' set for road safety overhaul

LUCKNOW, July 17 -- To reduce the rising number of road accidents, traffic authorities in Lucknow have launched a road safety initiative to revamp 16 identified accident-prone locations or "black spot... Read More


Planned changes at key locations

Baldi Kheda (Lucknow-Kanpur Road), July 17 -- Speed tables, pedestrian crossings, road markings, and new signage. Construction of U-turns, installation of dividers, and clear road markings.Closure of ... Read More