Indian cinema has, in many instances, depicted the lifestyle of the people, showing their troubles, aspirations, and changes in their moral code. One of the movies which not only influenced the cultural imagination of India but also became a source of ideological guidance is Mother India. The movie, which came out in 1957, only ten…
Maharashtra government partners with Tata Trusts and Naam Foundation to enhance rural healthcare, water security, and public service delivery through a collaborative CSR model, focusing on sustainable development and last-mile impact. A new partnership in Maharashtra is quietly showing how development work in India is evolving. The state government has signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding…
Nandita Das is an actor-filmmaker and activist whose career is defined by integrity, empathy, and purposeful storytelling, choosing meaning over stardom. Through bold films and grounded activism, she consistently sparks thoughtful conversations on identity, justice, and humanity. Indian cinema has some personalities who do not follow the limelight the limelight just turns to them because…
CBSE has reintroduced On-Screen Marking (OSM) for Class 12 board exams after 12 years to make evaluation faster, accurate, and transparent, while reducing human errors. Schools and teachers will undergo training and need proper infrastructure to implement the system. After more than a decade, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has reintroduced on-screen marking…
A fire broke out in a technical building at the Naval Dockyard, South Mumbai, and was contained swiftly by firefighters and naval personnel with no casualties, minimal damage, and operational readiness unaffected; preliminary cause points to a possible electrical short circuit. A major fire broke out inside a building at the Naval Dockyard in South…
On February 12, 2026, Dharmendra Pradhan launched India’s national AI adoption drive in education at the Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026, introducing the Bharat EduAI Stack to modernise classrooms, labs, and research. Aligned with the NEP 2020, the initiative promotes AI-powered learning, teacher support, early AI education, research expansion, and ethical global cooperation, aiming to…
Fifty years after the Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976, bonded labour and debt bondage continue across India due to weak enforcement and delayed rehabilitation. Experts stress the need for criminal accountability, proactive inspections, and protection of marginalised communities to ensure real freedom and dignity. Fifty years after India legally abolished bonded labour, thousands of…
Researchers in South Korea have successfully revived sea silk, a rare golden fibre prized in ancient times, using sustainable methods that avoid harming endangered species. The fibre’s natural golden shimmer comes from structural coloration, offering a durable, dye-free, and eco-friendly alternative for modern textiles and fashion. Introduction A remarkable scientific development has revived a textile…
Uttar Pradesh has identified 948 heritage trees across all 75 districts, marking a major step in environmental conservation and cultural preservation. The initiative promotes biodiversity protection, community involvement through a tree adoption scheme, and a more holistic approach to conservation that safeguards both natural and historical heritage. Uttar Pradesh has recently taken a significant step…
The article highlights widespread child sexual abuse (CSA) in India and the lack of effective protection policies. Nirmal Initiative’s Sukhawati program creates safe school and community spaces, trains teachers, engages parents, and addresses caste, gender, and disability to promote child dignity and safety. Child rights to education, care, health, safety – are routinely violated. A…
