The old cliche is that Love knows no boundaries. In what many see as a landmark moment, Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, recently celebrated his union with his partner, Oliver Mulherin, in a quiet Hawaiian ceremony. This event, while capturing the attention of the public, serves as a poignant reminder that love and commitment […]
As the Christmas season wraps the world in a spirit of joy, love, and hope, Christians in India reflect on their profound contributions to the nation while facing continuous challenges and attacks under the ruling regime. Amidst the festivities, it’s evident that the Christian community has played a significant role in India’s history. From the […]
In a heartbreaking incident, a 13-year-old a tribal girl, student of Bijoykumar Higher Secondary School in Agartala, allegedly committed suicide in her hostel room at Suparibagan. The young girl was staying at the Anangamohini Scheduled Tribes (ST) girl’s hostel, which is run by the state government. Officials responded quickly to the tragedy, with Tripura Tribal Welfare Minister Bikash Debbarma […]
An important moment is the upcoming parliamentary debate on the treatment of military veterans affected by the historic “gay military ban.” The government’s first decision to call off the debate drew much criticism, but it appears to have changed its mind. Until the year 2000, LGBTQ+ people were banned from joining the British military, that […]
[Speak Truth to Power and Pay the Price! That’s the mission of a true journalist. This is what Jesuit social activist and social commentator Father Cedric Prakash seems to be saying in his latest epistle. Read on:] These are critical times in India’s history: in fact, whether we would like to accept it or not, […]
In a world where individual liberties and freedom of expression are celebrated as fundamental human rights, China’s latest move to control what its citizens wear is deeply troubling. The proposed ban on clothing deemed “detrimental to the spirit of the Chinese people” and that “hurt the feelings” of the Chinese people is not only vague […]
Markowa, Poland – September 10, 2023 In a solemn ceremony that drew thousands of faithful, Pope Francis presided over the beatification of the Ulma family on Sunday, September 10, 2023, in their Polish hometown of Markowa. This remarkable family of nine was martyred by Nazi soldiers during World War II for their unwavering commitment to […]
French culinary traditions have long celebrated the prominence of meat on bistro menus. However, a culinary revolution is sweeping across France, with plant-based protein alternatives gaining popularity. This shift has ignited a fierce debate between livestock farmers and the vegan food industry over the terminology used on labels. France’s agriculture ministry has now announced plans […]
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) campus in Bengaluru was the scene of a notable incident as security personnel prevented civil rights activist Teesta Setalvad from entering the premises to deliver a talk on Wednesday (16th August) evening. Setalvad, who was scheduled to speak on the topic of “Communal Harmony and Justice,” was invited by […]
Sir, The current state of affairs in our nation demands an earnest examination of leadership and accountability. The recent events in Manipur have brought to light a glaring issue that cannot be ignored any longer—the alarming silence of our Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, in the face of a crisis that has left the people of […]
Guwahati: “Hatred will never advance our cause” : These are the firm words of Manipuri filmmaker and actor Priyakanta Laishram, who has expressed his concern over the state and central governments’ alleged inaction and negligence over the Northeastern state’s appalling situation. Manipur-born Priyakanta Laishram is a multi-award-winning director, actor, writer, producer, editor, and TV host […]
In prohibition affected Bihar, the only option for those who love a chilled beer is to go for the non-alcoholic varieties! And there are a few brands out there that taste just as good as the ‘real thing’. Non-alcoholic beer, also known as alcohol-free or zero-alcohol beer, has gained popularity, because of its various benefits. […]
