Indian man dies after setting self on fire in language protest
An 85-year-old worker allegedly poured kerosene on his body and then set himself on fire, in protest against the imposition of Hindi.
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China’s not quite zero Covid-19 policy
The efficacy of President Xi Jinping’s zero-Covid strategy has once again come into sharp focus, with China recording its first deaths from novel coronavirus since May.
Tharoor’s Malabar tour sends ripples in Kerala Congress
Despite criticism, many youth seem to be attracted towards the wave created by him in Congress politics in Kerala.
Editorial: Vote at 16?
The New Zealand Supreme Court lowering the voting age to 16, stating that the present minimum age is discriminatory.
India, US express commitment to rules-based Indo-Pacific with freedom of navigation
The two defence ministers also discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest while expressing their commitment to strong India-US defence cooperation.
Tourism bounces back in Himachal Pradesh
Data from the Tourism Department showed that 12.8 million visitors, including 28,233 foreigners, landed in the state between Jan 1 and Oct 31, 2022.
Firepower exercise ‘Shatrunash’ conducted in Thar desert
The exercise conducted in Rajasthan witnessed use of multifarious firing platforms, involving both ground and aerial manoeuvres.
India’s defence minister to attend Asean Defence Ministers Plus meet in Cambodia
To commemorate 30 years of India-Asean relations, India and Cambodia will co-chair the maiden India-Asean Defence Ministers Meeting on November 22.
Transgender voters increase in Gujarat
The transgender community believes that being recognised as a community of voters will raise awareness about their rights.
Wearing of masks inside flights no longer mandatory in India
The Ministry of Civil Aviation said the decision has been taken following a review meeting on the issue with the Ministry of Health.