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As the Middle East conflict reveals higher levels of danger through CCTV systems, the Modi government has put down strict rules to restrict and regulate their operation

The BJP may have a new president in place, but it has work left to do in four crucial states—Karnataka, Haryana, Punjab and Delhi

Even as elections in three key states draw near, the ECI's electoral roll revision leaves millions in limbo as their cases fall 'under adjudication'

Why Delhi has failed and what needs to be done

In an exclusive interview, Union environ­m­­­ent minister Bhupender Yadav says the Centre is looking at a 'whole of government' strategy to bring down pollution numbers. Excerpts:

Buoyed by the landslide victory in Bihar, the BJP enters 2026 with its sights set on the last frontiers, West Bengal and the southern outliers

In Mumbai, pigeon-feeding sets faith, ecology and politics on a collision course. The real worry, though, is public health

Designed for 180 kmph, India's flagship train hits barely half that. Its coaches may be modern and gleaming, but they are running on same old railway tracks, signals and systems

At least 20 children have died from cough syrup contamination or misuse in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan—a stark reminder of the need for stronger safeguards

Inadequate charging infrastructure threatens to put the brakes on India's electric vehicles ambitions

From the Opposition leader's "vote chori" allegation in Karnataka to Bihar's contested revisions, disputes over voter rolls deepen the crisis of confidence in the Election Commission's ability to safeguard electoral integrity

The ECI's special intensive revision (SIR) and draft voter lists have led to charges that millions in Bihar might be disenfranchised. It's still unclear how it will pan out

The Election Commission's rushed verification of voters, just 4-6 months prior to the assembly polls, sparks fears of disenfranchisement, political bias and covert citizenship tests

The former Delhi High Court judge could become the first to be impeached in the country, but lapses in due process and the Centre's eagerness to take it forward are not welcome signs

Rising costs from stricter safety and emission rules, coupled with a shift toward SUVs, have battered small car sales. Carmakers are urging tax relief to revive the segment