List of unique Diwali traditions of different Indian states — Bandi Chhor Divas, Bestu Baras, Narkasur Vadh & more

Government data shows women held 370.7 million Mudra accounts but received only 43 per cent of disbursements, with average loan amounts far lower than those for other borrowers

Stephen Kinzer's Boiling Point argues that US and Nato policies helped fuel the Ukraine war, but the book's thesis faces scrutiny over Russia's motives and security concerns.

Building contractor Vijayakumar is keenly awaiting the return of his expert worker, a native of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, after he left for home to celebrate Durga Puja. Only, the worker's return remains uncertain now. The uncertainty stems from an appeal by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari asking workers to stay back, citing livelihood opportunities under the VB-G RAM G scheme, which guarantees 125 days of work and enables them to earn a livelihood while living with their

Delhi's winter pollution plan relies on restrictions, while gaps in public transport and cleaner alternatives remain unaddressed, argues Sunita Narain.