The inaugural Chitpavani Language Conference will be held at Goa's Shri Jogeshwari Temple on January 18. Experts from India and abroad will gather to celebrate this ancient Maharashtrian linguistic treasure. Read more!
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's efforts to remove DEI language from Head Start grants and halt staff layoffs. Read the full story on the legal battle impacting early childhood education.
Mackenzie Scott sold $13 billion in Amazon shares in 2025, halving her stake. She donated $7.1 billion to nonprofits, including $80M to Howard University, as tech firms cut DEI funding. Read her philanthropic journey.
A new study by MIT Manipal students finds Google's Tulu translation feature has significant errors. Learn about the findings and the path to better digital support for the language.
The Trump administration directs Head Start to avoid terms like 'race' and 'disability' in grants, sparking a lawsuit and fears over program integrity. Learn about the impact on early childhood services.
A Bengaluru college hostel warden was arrested after a video showed him scolding a student for speaking Kannada. The incident sparked protests and led to his dismissal. Read the full story.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde pledges Marathi book libraries at ST terminuses, reduced GST on publications, and assures no Hindi compulsion in schools at the 99th Akhil Bhartiya Sahitya Sammelan in Satara.
Mauritius President praises Telugu's global reach, now spoken in over 50 countries. Discover the spiritual legacy and growing influence of this Indian language worldwide.
The Trump administration's expanded travel ban now suspends all adoption visas from 39 nations, including Nigeria and Haiti. Experts call it a major, underreported shift in policy. Read the full list and implications.
A controversy erupts in Amritsar as postal employees struggle to read Punjabi addresses, raising concerns over language rights and official apathy. Read the full story.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis clarifies Marathi will remain the only compulsory language, addressing the three-language policy debate. Details on the Jadhav committee and opposition reactions.
A postal assistant in Amritsar was allegedly pressured to speak Punjabi, not Hindi. The incident ignites debate on language use by central govt staff in Punjab. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declares Marathi will be the only compulsory language in the state. He also apologised for phone use during a literary event, citing poll management.
Burkina Faso and Mali impose reciprocal travel restrictions on US citizens after Trump's expanded ban on 39 countries. 25 African nations are affected, raising concerns for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read the full list here.
The Indian government has prohibited the manufacture and sale of high-dose Nimesulide painkillers, citing health risks. Safer alternatives are available. Read the full details and implications.
The Indian government has prohibited the manufacture of painkiller nimesulide, citing safety concerns. Know the details and implications of this major healthcare decision.
Union Health Ministry prohibits manufacturing & sale of oral Nimesulide above 100mg due to liver damage risk. Safer alternatives available. Details inside.
Authorities in several Jammu and Kashmir districts have ordered an immediate suspension of VPN services to prevent misuse by anti-social elements and maintain public order. Details inside.
The recent ban on liquor, meat, and tobacco in Amritsar's walled city has residents and traders protesting, citing threats to personal freedom and livelihoods. Read more about the controversy.
The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, ends a 30-year wait, spotlighting the country's severe demographic decline and record-low birth rates. Read this inspiring story of hope.
Chas Municipal Corporation's surprise enforcement drive in Bokaro's markets led to hefty fines for shops violating the plastic ban. Read about the crackdown details.
The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco ends a 30-year wait in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, symbolising hope amid a national population crisis. Discover how one child is changing a community.
A khap panchayat in Uttar Pradesh bans smartphones and half-pants for children, imposing fines and curfews to enforce discipline. Learn about the new rules and community reactions.
The Centre's new ban on mining leases in the Aravallis faces criticism as over 1,200 existing leases cover 174 sq km. Experts warn of irreversible environmental damage. Read the full analysis.
Explore how India's constitutional commitment to inclusion predates the modern DEI debate, creating a unique conflict between privilege and representation. Understand the historical context.
Explore how internet memes and abbreviations like 'LOL' and 'BRB' are fundamentally altering language processing, communication, and even brain activity. Discover the neuroscience behind digital slang.
Khap leaders in Baghpat, UP, pass resolution demanding smartphone restrictions for boys under 18 and a ban on half-pants. They call for uniform social discipline. Read more.
Niger retaliates against US travel ban, barring American nationals indefinitely. This visa war marks a major shift in Sahel geopolitics. Read the full story.
Rudrapur Municipal Corporation enforces a weekly meat & fish sale ban on Tuesdays starting Jan 2026 to improve public hygiene, health, and respect religious sentiments. Details inside.
A Rajasthan village council withdraws its controversial ban on women using smartphones. The decision, aimed at 'protecting children,' faced severe criticism. Details inside.