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Why no serious effort is made to implement the Uniform Criminal Code?
When there is no Uniform Criminal Code in India—and there is no plan to bring it about shortly–the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party bigwigs, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, are repeatedly promising the…
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J-K resolution on special status centrepiece of BJP campaign in Maharashtra
The November 6 resolution of the J&K UT Assembly calling for restoration of the special status of the erstwhile state has become a political boon for BJP in its election campaign in…
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Jamaat-e-Islami conference to focus on Justice and Equality; focuses on social unity
Hyderabad: The Jamaat-e-Islami Hindi (JIH) national conference beginning here on Friday seeks to establish a strategic road map guiding its members in their missions to foster justice, eradicate exploitation and promote value-based…
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India’s sari-draped tennis champion who ruled the courts and won numerous hearts
One hundred years ago when tennis was played in pristine white skirts and tee shirts by women participants, there was an Indian woman who played the game wearing a spotless white saree.…
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Digital Citizen Summit 2024: Rethinking AI for a fairer future
By Ablaz Mohammed Schemnad and Rashad Ullah Khan The sixth edition of Digital Citizen Summit (DCS) is happening on November 15th and 16th at T-HUB, Hyderabad. The flagship event is co-organised by Digital Empowerment…
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Maharashtra polls: Pawar Vs Pawar — a lot at stake for both the leaders
One of the most watched constituencies in Maharashtra is Baramati, the Sharad Pawar bastion, nursed over decades and one of the most developed taluks in Maharashtra. It unfailingly voted either the senior…
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Beyond the Binoculars: Birdman Salim Ali’s Life and Legacy took off in Hyderabad State
Known as the “Birdman of India,” Dr. Salim Ali revolutionized the way Indians engaged with their natural surroundings, turning birdwatching from an obscure pursuit into a popular pastime. His landmark work, The…
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Cricket: Girl from Telugu family creates history in women’s world in the USA
Chetna Reddy Pagydyala, 16-year-old lass born in Mission Viejo, Saddleback valley, in California, recently created history in the records of women’s cricket in the USA. The left-handed batter slammed 136 not out…
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Urdu Day Tribute: Hyderabad remembers Allama Iqbal’s timeless message
Hyderabad: It was a celebration filled with passion and a profound love for poetry. There were more verses shared than speeches made, a refreshing change in today’s gatherings. The Urdu Day event…
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Husband vs wife, uncle vs nephew: Families battle their own and others in Maharashtra
Mumbai: Amid parties accusing rivals of promoting dynastic politics, the November 20 Maharashtra assembly polls will see brothers, cousins and father-children in the fray, with members of the same family taking on…
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Telangana Household Survey: Muslims raise concerns, call for transparency, data security
Hyderabad: The caste-based survey initiated by the Telangana government has sparked concerns, especially within the Muslim community. The survey seeks to assess social, economical, political, caste and educational status of households across…
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Maharashtra polls: Maratha leader’s threat fizzles out
Maharashtra’s irony is that a third of its total population comprises Marathas and they generally dominate politics, from the gram panchayats to the state Assembly. They have had a big hand because…
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AMU minority status legal row: A timeline of events
New Delhi: The Aligarh Muslim University’s minority status issue will have to wait to reach a logical end after the Supreme Court majority verdict on Friday asked a regular bench to decide…
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World Urdu Day: Hyderabad to celebrate its legacy amidst concerns of decline
Hyderabad: While Urdu has deep roots in Hyderabad’s culture, the observance of World Urdu Day on November 9 shines a special spotlight on this poetic language, sparking renewed interest and appreciation among the…
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Friends not Foes: The stories of India-Pak cricket players proved this point
Every cricket contest between India and Pakistan has an added element of competitiveness. Some fans see it as a war between the two countries, and others see it as an opportunity to…
