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It is estimated that the Indian cinema industry is facing a loss of at least Rs 22,000 crore a year due to movie piracy

The return of Nitish Kumar, beating the anti-incumbency factor, has established his unmatched dominance in State politics

Prime Minister Modi’s Bhutan visit reaffirmed India’s commitment to stand by its neighbour amid shifting Asian geopolitics

The car blast near Red Fort is a grim reminder that the terror ecosystem never truly disappears but mutates into new forms to maintain the surprise element

Bold statements will not save people from the catastrophic impact of climate change; only real action — through financial and technological support — can

The signing of a defence deal between India and the United States in Kuala Lumpur highlights the strategic depth of their bilateral relations

The stranglehold of the military establishment in Pakistan politics is set to tighten further with a new Constitutional Amendment being pushed through the corridors of power

AI Governance Guidelines seeks to prioritise a people-centric approach, which can catalyse inclusive growth

The rise of young Democrat Zohran Mamdani can be seen as a perfect counter-narrative to the racist campaign orchestrated by right-wing elements

The creation of an International Panel on Inequality deserves urgent attention as global inequality reaches ‘emergency levels’, endangering democracy and social cohesion

The successful launch of the 4,410 kg CMS-03, the heaviest communication satellite to date, is a major leap in India's space journey, boosting naval communication and showcasing advanced indigenous technology

The story of Indian women’s cricket is one of grit and determination. Harmanpreet Kaur and her team have now crowned it by scripting a new chapter in their inspiring journey of breaking the glass ceiling

The pattern of stampede incidents is disturbingly familiar. So are the responses that follow. And, no lessons are learnt from past mistakes. It’s business as usual till the next tragedy strikes

Outdated laws, high logistics costs, and dependence on foreign vessels continue to limit the country’s global competitiveness

The Delhi government must be consistent in implementing long-term anti-pollution measures rather than trying to nudge clouds to produce rain

The Election Commission of India’s decision to rush ahead with the second SIR, despite the process still being under the Supreme Court’s scrutiny, is uncalled for

Despite the Supreme Court’s directive, States have failed to treat the stray dog menace with the seriousness it deserves

The Indian government's proposed draft rules on AI-generated content for social media platforms is a welcome step towards addressing the growing misuse of synthetically generated information, including deepfakes

Without regular check-ins, social engagement, or reliable systems of care, many elderly individuals are left to fend for themselves

The need for organisational reforms is more relevant today than ever before as the global body grapples with complex realities of the 21st century