The Indian Army relaxes its blanket ban on social media, permitting over 11.5 lakh soldiers limited use of apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Signal under strict guidelines. Learn about the new policy's key rules.
The Indian Army has issued a new policy for personnel's use of social media apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and X. Key rules include view-only access on some platforms and strict messaging guidelines. Read the full details here.
Haryana's higher education department mandates all colleges and universities to monitor their social media handles to prevent misuse and ensure compliance with UGC guidelines. Learn the new directives.
Exploring how language and literature in India reflect and reinforce deep social and economic divides. Discover the historical context and modern implications for education and identity.
Karnataka's economic growth is overshadowed by stark regional inequalities. An urgent policy overhaul is needed to ensure balanced development across the state. Read the full analysis.
India's upcoming Household Income Survey 2026 aims to close a decades-long data gap on what homes earn, moving beyond consumption for better policy. Read how this will reshape economic understanding.
Punjab Police book Moga youth for posting videos with illegal weapons on social media. Case filed under Arms Act. Read details of the police action.
India's labour market grapples with deep-rooted gender disparities, the most persistent challenge according to experts. Explore the causes and potential solutions for inclusive growth.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah advocates for scientific temper and social equality, urging people to move beyond superstition and regressive caste customs. Read his full speech from Mandya.
Australia's landmark ban on social media for users under 16 sparks global debate. We examine its feasibility in India, the massive challenges, and potential alternatives to an outright ban. Explore the future of online safety for minors.
Decades after economic liberalization, India's middle class remains stunted compared to China's. Explore the deep-rooted causes of inequality, job scarcity, and social barriers hindering its growth.
India's top 1% now earns 150 times the income of the bottom half, with wealth inequality reaching a staggering 622x gap. Explore the alarming data and its implications for the nation's future.
Chhattisgarh's new rule restricts RTE quota admissions in private schools to Class 1, starting 2026-27. Private schools oppose, calling it anti-equality. Read the full story.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refutes claims of rising inequality, citing consumption data and sovereign rating upgrades. She highlights broad-based growth in Lok Sabha reply.
Australia's landmark ban on social media for under-16s is prompting countries from Denmark to Malaysia to consider similar laws. Explore the global crackdown on children's online safety.
A new report reveals India's audio social media surge is driven by Tier 2-4 cities, with 95% of new users from non-metros. Discover the shift towards private, voice-led conversations.
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty calls for government guidelines to shield children from being turned into online content, highlighting risks to privacy and mental well-being. Join the crucial conversation.
Women employees at Ludhiana's MC Zone A office suffered for decades with a single dilapidated washroom. Their recent protest finally led to action. Read about this glaring workplace disparity.
Karnataka Cabinet approves a strict law to combat social boycott, imposing fines up to Rs 1 lakh and 3 years imprisonment. Learn about the 19 prohibited practices.
YouTube will comply with Australia's new social media law, banning users under 16 from signing in. Full account access will be lost, impacting creators and parental controls. Read details.
Australia imposes a landmark ban on under-16s using major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from December 10. Learn about the fines, platform responses, and the government's 'purgatory' rationale.
Maria Felicidade Pires, 102, celebrated her birthday in Azossim only to find her social welfare honorarium stopped. Officials have now acted to restore the Rs 2,000 monthly aid. #Goa #SocialWelfare
Australia's new social media ban for under-16s ignites global debate on safety vs. freedom. Experts weigh in on impacts, enforcement challenges, and what it means for India's youth.
Actor Saanand Verma defines real social work as feeding the hungry. He urges action over awareness, calls corruption India's biggest obstacle, and stresses personal change for societal reform.
Social Security payments for December follow the usual schedule. This is the final round before a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) boosts checks in January 2026. Check your payment date here.
Explore how Switzerland's mandatory aid system virtually eliminates homelessness and extreme poverty, with lessons for global welfare models. Discover the facts behind the viral story.
Meet Shiba Shankar Jena, a Bhubaneswar tea seller who dedicates his New Year earnings and half of January income to help the underprivileged. Discover how his small stall makes a big difference in his community.
Discover how Indians gradually gained entry into Bombay's exclusive British clubs post-independence, marking a significant social transformation in India's history. Read this fascinating account of cultural integration.
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this impacts political discourse and what it means for users.
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this tool aimed at authenticity became a political battleground.