India's UPI Boom Masks Stark Digital Divide
India's digital payments surge is uneven. Maharashtra's per-capita UPI use is 7x Bihar's, revealing a deep digital split. Explore the state-wise data and what it means for India's economy.
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Rajasthan village lifts smartphone ban on women
Village elders in Rajasthan's Jalore withdraw ban on women using smartphones after facing opposition. The decision, initially aimed at children, was 'misunderstood.'
Language and Literature: Examining India's Social Divide
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.
Chennai Students Win NASA Award for Satellite Internet
Chennai students' project AakashNet wins NASA award, aiming to bridge India's digital divide with low-cost satellite internet for remote villages. Read their inspiring story.
Conservative Leaders Clash at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest
Major divisions within the US conservative movement erupted publicly at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest, featuring heated exchanges between Ben Shapiro, Tucker Carlson, and others. Discover the internal feud shaking the right-wing base.
India's Language Debate: English vs Bhashas
Explore why India's focus on English overlooks its rich bhasha literature. The real issue is neglect of Indian languages, not colonial mindset. Read more.
Saudi Arabia Unveils Arabic Language Day Stamp for Travelers
Saudi Arabia introduces a unique commemorative stamp for World Arabic Language Day, available at major travel hubs. Discover this cultural initiative celebrating Arabic heritage.
Cybercrime Hotspots in Andhra: Urban vs Rural Divide
NCRB data shows Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur & NTR district are Andhra's top cybercrime hubs, while tribal areas report minimal cases. Experts cite digital divide & under-reporting.
Gujarat Voter Base Drops 14.5% in Draft Electoral Roll
Gujarat's draft electoral roll shows a 14.5% drop, losing 73.73 lakh voters. Urban districts like Surat & Ahmedabad hit hardest, while tribal areas see minimal change. Check details.
Delhi's online classes widen learning gap for poor children
As Delhi's pollution forces schools online, children from impoverished families struggle without phones or internet. Their fight for education reveals India's deep digital divide. Read their story.
Bihar's ONOS push to make 30,000 int'l journals free for scholars
Bihar govt launches ONOS scheme to provide free access to 30,000+ global research journals, aiming to bridge the urban-rural digital divide and boost state's research profile. Read more.
Bageshwar villagers climb hills for ration card e-KYC
Residents of remote Bageshwar villages brave icy winds, trekking uphill to find mobile signals for mandatory biometric verification of ration cards, exposing India's digital divide.
Chidambaram: Hindi in Bills an Affront to Non-Hindi Speakers
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram criticizes the use of Hindi words in official bills, calling it disrespectful to India's linguistic diversity. Read his full statement and the political debate.
How Learning Kannada Made Life Easier for a Delhi Woman in Bengaluru
A woman from Delhi living in Bengaluru explains the practical benefits of learning Kannada, from easier auto rides to better market deals. Watch her story and see how language bridges gaps.
India's Elderly: From Digital Margins to Active Screen Time
Indian seniors are becoming avid digital users for bhajans, UPI, and family calls, but face addiction and scam risks. Experts weigh in on this demographic shift.
Bihar PTM Shows Rural-Urban Gap: Sheohar 100%, Patna 20%
Parent-teacher meeting data from Bihar exposes a clear rural-urban divide in participation. While Sheohar achieved 100%, Patna lagged at 20%. Officials cite economic factors and school choice.
Pradhan: Vested Interests Create Language Barrier, Not People
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan invites TN CM Stalin to Varanasi, emphasizes cultural unity at Kashi Tamil Sangamam. Read about the 'Learn Tamil' theme and the political backdrop.
Combating Academic Language Decline in Indian Universities
Experts warn of a decline in academic language skills among Indian students. Learn about the causes, consequences, and solutions proposed by educators to revive scholarly communication.
Minister: Hindi growth shouldn't hurt other Indian languages
Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasizes that promoting Hindi should not undermine India's diverse linguistic heritage. He notes a visible shift in government language use over the past decade.
Judges Caution Against AI Overreliance in Courtrooms
Judges at South Zone Regional Judicial Conference warn against excessive AI use in courtrooms, citing fabricated judgments and hallucinations. Learn why human reasoning remains irreplaceable.
Language Committee Wraps Maharashtra Consultation
Three-language committee concludes Maharashtra tour with public hearing. Key demands include compulsory Marathi until Class 12 and Hindi from Class 5. Panel considers online language options.
Zero Mile Literature Festival Emphasizes Reading Culture
Nagpur's Zero Mile Literature Festival opens with focus on cultural heritage, reading habits, and India's knowledge traditions. 300+ publishers participate in this literary celebration.
Erika Kirk on Viral Hug with VP JD Vance: 'My Love Language'
Erika Kirk explains the viral hug moment with VP JD Vance that captured global attention. Discover her heartfelt response and the internet's reaction to this genuine display of affection.
BJP vs Stalin Over Sanskrit 'Dead Language' Remark
BJP attacks Tamil Nadu deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin for calling Sanskrit a dead language, accuses him of insulting Hindu sentiments. Read full controversy details.
Sanskrit Funding Controversy Erupts in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin's 'dead language' comment about Sanskrit ignites debate on central funding disparities for classical languages amid poll-bound state's autonomy concerns.
Gemini 3 Beats ChatGPT: Google's AI Breakthrough
Google's Gemini 3 AI model outperforms ChatGPT in benchmarks, wins praise from Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff. Discover how this breakthrough impacts the AI race.
Malayalam Made Mandatory in Karnataka Schools
Pro-Kannada activist Vatal Nagaraj claims Malayalam is being made compulsory in Kannada schools, with a resolution planned for December. Explore the implications for Karnataka's linguistic landscape.
Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 Starts December 2
IIT Madras & BHU host Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 from Dec 2. Over 1400 delegates to explore cultural ties & new Tamil learning initiative. Discover the bridge between North & South India.
Kalyan student suicide: Case filed after train assault
A 19-year-old student in Kalyan died by suicide after alleged assault on a train for not speaking Marathi. Police file abetment case, probe underway. Read for details.
Bengaluru Kannada Activists Push for Bilingual Job Policy
Kannada activists in Bengaluru intensify protests demanding mandatory bilingual policy for local jobs. Learn how this movement impacts Karnataka's employment landscape.
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