🔍Behind the cannibal stereotype: Why Joe Biden’s comments offended Papua New Guinea
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Behind cannibal stereotype: Why Joe Biden’s comments offended Papua New Guinea
The people of New Guinea have long tried to shed the cannibal label. While there have been documented cases of cannibalism among tribes on the island, the use of the stereotype has as much to do with European ideas on race and civilisation.
🔍AI in football: How new tech can help teams take more effective corner kicks
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AI in football: How new tech can help teams take more effective corner kicks
Google’s DeepMind has introduced TacticAI: an AI system that can provide experts with tactical insights, particularly on corner kicks, through predictive and generative AI.
🔍All you need to know about Pakistan’s Hangor class submarines
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All about Pakistan’s new Hangor class submarines, built by China
Pakistan’s latest Hangor class is a direct rival of India’s Kalavari class of diesel-electric attack submarines. Here is what you need to know, and how the two compare.
🔍Article 31C: Why the SC is deciding if a fundamental right still exists in a case about private property?
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Article 31C: Why the SC is deciding if a fundamental right still exists in a case about private property?
What is this article, which was introduced in the constitution through an amendment in 1971? What legal complications followed?
🔍What’s behind the demand for delaying polls in the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha constituency
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What’s behind the demand for delaying polls in the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha constituency
A handful of political parties, including the BJP, want the Election Commission to delay elections in the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat. They have cited bad weather and a blocked road as reasons. Parties like PDP and NC have, however, rubbished the claim.…
🔍What is Sierra Madre, an old ship fuelling China-Philippines tensions in South China Sea?
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What is Sierra Madre, an old ship fuelling China-Philippines tensions in South China Sea?
In 1999, the Sierra Madre was left on the Second Thomas Shoal, which is a part of the mostly uninhabited Spratly islands in the South China Sea. China has demanded the ship’s removal in the past – something the Philippines has rejected.
🔍Congress split and Garibi Hatao: last poll before Emergency
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How Indira Gandhi returned to power in 1971 Lok Sabha polls, amid political turmoil and Congress split
Indira took oath as Prime Minister once again on March 18, 1971. In the lead up to the polls, there was a split in the Congress party. How did it still manage a victory? Read in part 5 of our series on the history of India's Lok Sabha elections.
🔍Heatwaves in several parts of India: Why has April been hotter than usual?
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Heatwaves in several parts of India: Why has April been hotter than usual?
In its forecast for April, the IMD had warned of extreme heat and prolonged heatwave conditions to prevail over large parts of the country during the month. There are two main reasons for this. Here is a look.
🔍Why RBI has advised banks to refund borrowers for overcharging on interest
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Why RBI has advised banks to refund borrowers for overcharging on interest
In the case of repayment of loans during a month, some banks were charging interest for the entire month, rather than only for the period for which the loan was outstanding. RBI recently found banks following several other unfair practices.
🔍Elon Musk visits China: Why the rollout of Full Self-Driving cars matters for Tesla
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Elon Musk visits China: Why rolling out Full Self-Driving cars matters for Tesla
Musk landed in China on a surprise visit on Sunday, barely a week after he deferred his much-anticipated India trip. Amid Tesla's sliding sales in China, it is hoping FSD will give it an edge over domestic competitors. However, roadblocks persist.
🔍Covishield could cause blood clots in very rare cases, manufacturer AstraZeneca has said. What does this mean?
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Covishield could cause blood clots in very rare cases, manufacturer AstraZeneca has said. What does this mean?
Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome or TTS is a medical condition characterised by abnormally low levels of platelets and the formation of blood clots. Concerns over AstraZeneca's vaccines and TTS have been raised in the past, too.
🔍SC rejects application of ‘eggshell skull’ rule in a case: What is this legal principle?
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SC rejects application of ‘eggshell skull’ rule in a case: What is this legal principle?
The rule is applied for claiming an enhanced compensation — for damage that is more than what could have been ordinarily anticipated to be caused by the defendant.
🔍Why High Court said banks can’t stop debtors from going abroad
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Why Bombay High Court said banks can’t seek LOCs to stop debtors from going abroad
The court held that the fundamental right to travel abroad cannot be curtailed by executive action without any government statute or controlling statutory provision.
🔍Booker slavery links: Behind criticism of the literary prize
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Booker slavery links: Behind criticism of the literary prize
The founders of the Booker Group enslaved more than 200 people in Guyana, in the 19th century, and were deeply tied to the oppressive slavery and indentured labour-based economies of the colony.
🔍The world’s chocolate stash is melting: What led to the rise in prices of cocoa beans
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The world’s chocolate stash is melting: What led to the rise in prices of cocoa beans
The price of cocoa beans, the most important raw material in chocolates, has skyrocketed, hitting a record $12,000 a tonnes in April, around four times last year’s price. Here is why
🔍How the next government will push ‘balanced fertilisation’
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How the next government will push ‘balanced fertilisation’
Capping consumption of urea and DAP to correct worsening plant nutrient imbalance is likely to be on the priority list of the government post the Lok Sabha polls
🔍May Day: Why May 1 is observed as Labour Day
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May Day: Why May 1 is observed as Labour Day
Labour Day is an annual holiday to celebrate the achievements of workers, and has its origins in the labour union movement, specifically the eight-hour day movement.
🔍Why is China more important for Tesla than India?
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Why is China more important for Tesla than India?
When it comes to EV and battery production, China is way ahead of India, and a key engine of growth for Tesla, the world’s most valuable electric vehicle maker. But there is still opportunity for India.
🔍Why can accused persons in prison contest polls but not vote?
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Why can accused persons in prison contest polls but not vote?
Section 62 of the Representation of People Act, 1951 (RP Act) provides a series of restrictions on the right to vote including sub-clause (5). Here is a look.
🔍What marijuana reclassification means for the United States
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What marijuana reclassification means for the United States
Currently, marijuana is a Schedule I drug, on par with heroin or cocaine. What would reclassification mean for it?
🔍Ex-envoy TCA Raghavan: ‘The military can no longer order Pakistan politics in the way it likes’
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Ex-envoy TCA Raghavan: ‘The military can no longer order Pakistan politics in the way it likes’
Former Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan TCA Raghavan discussed the implications of the Shehbaz Sharif-led government in Pakistan, the possibility of India re-engaging with it and the future of Imran Khan.