The muted response by both sides after the Israeli attack of April 19 reflects the desire to not raise the rhetoric at this time. The Americans are likely restraining Netanyahu, but their influence has its limits. Could India have a role to play in this situation?

In the Russia-Ukraine war, drones have emerged as the inexpensive yet effective tank killer. But countries continue to manufacture and use them. Here is why.

As polling for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections begins, here is a breakdown of the election manifestos of five major parties — BJP, Congress, CPI(M), DMK, and TMC — in terms of the legislations and judicial reforms promised.

Canada capped the number of international students it would take in earlier this year and announced certain conditions for immigrants. Should student visa hopefuls consider visitor visas? Not necessarily. Here is why.

The court ruled in this case that under the fair use doctrine, even if the books printed by the publisher are assumed to be pirated copies, it would not mean copyright infringement. Here's why.

The quote speaks of the moral and ethical implications of wielding power. Here’s a brief look at how power has been viewed by some great philosophers and political scientists, and what this quote argues. Ethics also forms a part of the UPSC CSE syllabus.

Earth Day was first observed in 1970 when 20 million took to the streets to protest against environmental degradation.

A recent survey concluded that a single shoe sizing system could apply to Indians. Why was a need for it felt, and how would it differ from the existing footwear sizing systems?

Late abortions have been allowed in certain cases in the past, and refused in others. While India's MTP Act is considered liberal and pro-choice, frequent cases of women approaching the court late in their pregnancies appear to suggest a legislative gap.

In this series of explainers, we answer some of the most fundamental questions about climate change, the science behind it, and its impact. In the eleventh instalment, we answer the question: 'Why does sea level rise matter?'

The Prime Minister has alleged that the Congress wants to give away the people's wealth to 'those who have more children'. This is what data on Muslim household sizes and growth of Muslim population suggest.

The Netzah Yehuda consists of ultra Orthodox Jews. What is it accused of doing and why is the US mulling sanctions, which would mark the first time it has imposed such restrictions on Israel? We explain.

IRDAI has lifted the age ceiling of 65 years for buying a medical insurance policy, a move that widens the insurance net and provides huge relief to senior Indians. Here’s what you must know about the decision.

On March 11, a single judge Bench of Justice M Nagaprasanna had reserved its judgment on the challenges by several restaurant owners to the government’s February 7 notification.

Global leaders will gather in Canada this week to discuss progress in drafting a first-ever global plastic treaty. It could be the most significant deal relating to climate-warming emissions and environmental protection since the 2015 Paris Agreement.

The last 10 years have seen the Indian currency fall more against the dollar than during the previous 10 years. But the rupee has strengthened in 'real' terms when its exchange rate with all major global currencies is taken.

Decade-long tussle for leadership of small, prosperous community ends; what is the concept of 'nass' at the heart of the dispute?

Decade-long tussle for leadership of small, prosperous community ends; what is the concept of 'nass' at the heart of the dispute?

The UK's House of Lords has passed the Safety of Rwanda Bill to counter a challenge raised by the Supreme Court, against a controversial deportation policy. What was the policy and why was it criticised? We explain.

Asia is warming faster than the global average, according to the latest World Meteorological Organisation report. Here is a look at how bad things are in the region

When did DD's 'Eye' start out, and with what colour? Was it ever saffron earlier?