Bihar

2025 Bihar Elections: Can the Opposition Alliance Challenge the BJP Stronghold?

Introduction With the Bihar assembly elections due in October–November 2025, the political atmosphere is charged. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) aims to retain power, while the Opposition alliance — primarily Mahagathbandhan (led by RJD, Congress, Left parties) — seeks to break NDA’s dominance. To assess whether the Opposition stands a realistic chance, we must…

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Delhi's

Delhi’s Air Currently Clean Amid Stubble Burning Season, Authorities Issue Warnings

Introduction Every year, the arrival of the stubble burning season in North India marks the beginning of a challenging phase for air quality in Delhi’s and the National Capital Region (NCR). This agricultural practice, where farmers burn leftover crop residue (stubble) after harvesting, contributes significantly to seasonal spikes in air pollution. While Delhi’s air quality…

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Rajasthan

Peon Recruitment Drive in Rajasthan: A Mirror to Rising Unemployment

Recently, Rajasthan announced 53,749 Class IV (peon / chaperasi / Grade IV) government job vacancies through the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB). The application window drew more than 24.75 lakh individuals—roughly 468 applicants per vacancy. Notably, only 10th-grade pass was required for eligibility, yet a huge fraction of applicants were overqualified graduates, postgraduates, and even…

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Dehradun

Cloudburst in Dehradun: What It Reveals About Rising Climate Risks

Introduction In mid‑September 2025, Dehradun in Uttarakhand was hit by a cloudburst event coupled with incessant rainfall and flash flooding. The disaster caused loss of life, damage to infrastructure, and left many communities cut off. More than just an isolated incident, the event highlights broader climate vulnerabilities in Himalayan foothills. What Happened Cloudburst in Dehradun:…

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Nepal

Nepal Gen Z Protests: What’s Going On

The Gen Z Protests in Nepal underscore a growing global trend of youth activism challenging entrenched political systems. In Nepal, the movement highlighted the power of digital platforms in organizing and mobilizing young people, even in the face of government-imposed restrictions. The events also reflect a broader demand for transparency, accountability, and reform in governance…

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Rahul Gandhi

Vote Theft in India: Rahul Gandhi’s Explosive Allegations and the Election Commission’s Response

Introduction In September 2025, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shook Indian politics by accusing the Election Commission of India (ECI) of facilitating large-scale “vote theft” across several states. His allegations ignited a nationwide debate, as citizens and political leaders raised concerns about the fairness of elections, the ECI’s independence, and the overall health of India’s democratic…

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