The Indian government has issued showcause notices to, and may soon blacklist, eight Chinese pharmaceutical companies found to be supplying poor quality raw material to drug manufacturers in this country. The notices were issued after a special inspection team of the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) inspected the eight[Read More…]
Author: Radha Mishra
‘No begging’ to ‘no cross talking’ – a look at Venkaiah Naidu’s first full session as Chairman
The just-concluded winter session of the Rajya Sabha, the first session for new Chairman M. Venkaiah Naidu, saw a few “firsts” as part of reforms he brought in the proceedings in the upper House. On the very first day of the session on December 15, Naidu, who was elected as[Read More…]
Everybody is unhappy in BJP rule; we will win Gujarat: Congress’ Priyanka Chaturvedi
Gujarat is all set to face one of the toughest fights in the decades in this assembly election scheduled on December 9 and 14. While opinion polls conducted by different channels have anticipated BJP’s victory, it didn’t neglect the Congress’ huge influence that has been increasing by every passing day.[Read More…]
Beware: These traits may make people dislike you in no time!
While we put all the effort to get liked by people around us, the bitter truth is – we cannot please everyone. So, no matter how much we try, we end up saying things that make people dislike us in no time. However, all we can do is – avoid[Read More…]
Explained: Why do we celebrate Karwa Chauth?
Karwa Chauth is celebrated with much fervour by Hindu married women for safety and longevity of their husbands. The festival is widely celebrated in Northern parts of India including Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab. It falls on the fourth day after the full moon in the Hindu[Read More…]
Rahul Gandhi’s meeting with Naresh Patel to decide outcome of Gujarat elections?
Gujarat is all set to go to polls in next few months, thus, political leaders are putting all effort to set their number game right. Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited his home constituency; Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi finished his three-day tour to the state on Wednesday. Rahul[Read More…]
IPTF: Organization which allegedly killed Santanu Bhowmik
The killing of journalist Santanu Bhowmik in the state of Tripura has brought Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT) in national headlines. Four activists of the IPFT were arrested in link with the brutal killing of a Bhowmik. In the violence, around 16 police personnel were injured and two vehicles[Read More…]
International Literacy Day 2017: 750M adults are illiterate; 66% of whom are women
Although literacy rates continue to rise from one generation to the next, as per new data from UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS), there are still 750 million illiterate adults, two-thirds of whom are women. This is a harsh reminder of the work that needs to be done to meet sustainable[Read More…]
Why Pakistan celebrates Independence Day on 14th August and not 15th?
Although India got divided into two states, India and Pakistan on the same day, the neighboring country marks 14th of August as its independence day, while India celebrates its independence day on 15th of August. This has puzzled many and most of the youth are busy googgling the reason behind it. So,[Read More…]
Here’s to one day of your patriotism!
India is set to mark its 70th independence day and who else can be prouder than its very own countrymen. Waves of patriotism are felt especially on this big day. Every corner– offices, markets, roads, vehicle, and almost everything is submerged in tricolour. Irrespective of their caste, creed, community, people[Read More…]
From selling newspapers to establishing himself as a brand, mystery man Gaurav Pradhan has come a long way!
A top ten global social CIO, strategist, advisor, speaker, Cyber Security expert, data scientist, Gaurav Pradhan is a living example of how one can achieve anything if one has a will. From a fashion enthusiast to establishing his name as a brand, there is no boundary for Pradhan. This fan[Read More…]
Dragging Kalam’s name in religious controversies is against his ideologies: Ex-advisor to President Kalam
An engraved ‘Bhagavad Gita’ near the statue of late president, APJ Abdul Kalam has triggered a new controversy. While Kalam’s family sought to end the issue by placing a copy of Quran and Bible near the sculpture, the leader of a local Hindu outfit opposed the same saying, “no permission[Read More…]
Tejashwi ek bahaana tha, inko BJP ke sath jana tha: Political ring reacted on Nitish-Lalu divorce!
Ever since Bihar chief minister, Nitish Kumar announced his resignation from the CM post on late Wednesday, the nation is stunned. The move came as a jolt not just to the Bihar politics but to the entire nation. While at one hand Kumar took oath at 10 am on Thursday,[Read More…]
No non-veg food in Greater Noida for a week: Here’s how people reacted!
In a shocking incident, Uttar Pradesh police have asked local roadside vendors and restaurant owners in Greater Noida (Dadri) not to serve or prepare non-vegetarian dishes including eggs as Kanwariyas prefer only pure vegetarian food, on Wednesday. The officials have justified its decision saying that the number of pilgrims returning[Read More…]
Happy Birthday Priyanka Chopra: Here are 10 interesting facts about PeeCee!
The name of Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra needs no introduction. One of the most popular and high-profile celebrities in India, the actress has achieved some incredible feats and earned herself a global fame with sheer determination and hard work. The multi talented diva has established herself as an artist with[Read More…]
Picture of Govt School allegedly conducting classes on roof of public toilet going viral
Although the Madhya Pradesh government is claiming to be dedicated towards education, development, and ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao‘ campaigns, a picture allegedly from Sheopur district of the state is going viral on the internet and conveying a different story altogether. As reported by Topyaps , a girls’ primary school is situated[Read More…]
“We have instructions to shoot anyone without Aadhaar Cards or IDs”
In a shocking incident, an alleged ‘Sub Inspector’ in Delhi Police can be heard saying that he can shoot anyone who doesn’t have an Aadhaar card or any other ID proof. An audio recording has surfaced on the internet wherein activist Shabnam Hashmi can be heard talking to a man[Read More…]
The UnDelhiwalah: Brave soul can mend disasters proves this single-mother!
Naimunnissa, a woman who had had no clue how her destiny will shape after her husband, the sole bread earner for the family of four, died of a heart attack in October 2015. With a young daughter (20) and son (16) then, barely ninth-passed Naimunnissa was entirely clueless and had[Read More…]
9 content-driven films to be released in second half of the year 2017
Though the first half of the year 2017 failed to do much when it comes to content-oriented, unique and empowering films, the second half of the year looks promising. With full of varieties and controversial films in the pipeline for release, the rest of the year looks set for the[Read More…]
This exemplar of #NotInMyName is winning hearts on Facebook
Historian Rana Safvi has shared a post on her Facebook page and it is being liked and reposted widely. The post contains a conversation between an old lady and a young man and is based upon a hadith in the Prophetic literature. Safvi first learnt of this conversation through Canadian[Read More…]
How safe women are in Delhi? This woman’s bravery averted a crime, but still gives you goosebumps!
On Thursday morning, a woman on Twitter who goes by the handle @kibbanoir shared a horrific incident she witnessed the preceding night at Hauz Khas Village (HKV) in Delhi and it is enough to give you goosebumps. The woman narrates the ordeal wherein a few men were trying to abduct[Read More…]
From steely diplomacy to concerts, the beauty of Nirupama Menon Rao
India’s first woman spokesperson in the Ministry of External Affairs, the first woman high commissioner from India to Sri Lanka, and the first Indian woman ambassador to China – in the world of diplomacy, Nirupama Menon Rao has successfully made a mark. In her four-decade-long career, she served as India’s[Read More…]
Few things to keep in mind before meeting your tinder date for the first time
The fate of Tinder dates are uncertain. You have no idea where it is going to end up or even if it will last for an hour. But then, all you can do is put some effort. Here are few fashion tips that you should keep in mind before meeting[Read More…]
From a starry-eyed liberal to a staunch Modi supporter, the journey of UnSubtleDesi
An eternal student, a full-time learner, an avid reader with strong opinions and unshakable beliefs – Nupur Jhunjhunwala, popularly known as UnSubtleDesi on social media, needs no introduction among Twitterati. A Twitter celeb, her opinions are strong and spontaneous that people cannot afford to disregard her. Writing is a byproduct of her[Read More…]
After a Khasi woman was turned out of Delhi Golf Club, should its lease be canceled for discrimination?
Meghalaya’s Tailin Lyngdoh who has travelled from UK to UAE wearing mostly her traditional Khasi attire ‘jainsem’, had no idea about the humiliation she have to face when she went on to attend a Lunch held in Delhi Golf Club in the same attire. In a sheer case of discrimination,[Read More…]