Day: May 28, 2026

Political Speculation Intensifies Over DMK’s Future Strategy Amid BJP Proximity Debate

Arijit Bose

Chennai: Tamil Nadu’s political landscape has witnessed intense debate and speculation following discussions around the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam’s (DMK) evolving political strategy and the possibility of issue-based proximity with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The political discourse gained momentum after recent developments in the state assembly and Parliament triggered questions over the future of opposition unity in the state. According to political observers, the atmosphere in Tamil Nadu politics changed significantly after the Assembly election results on May 4. Discussions within political circles have largely focused on emerging differences among…

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Protest Erupts Over Alleged Dirty Water Well Construction Near Historic Mata Mahamaya Devi Temple

Arijit Bose

Modinagar, Ghaziabad: Opposition has intensified against the alleged construction of a dirty water well near the ancient and historic Mata Mahamaya Devi Temple in Sikri Khurd village of Modinagar. Social activist and advocate Gajendra Singh Gurjar has written to the District Magistrate demanding an immediate investigation into the matter. In his complaint, Gurjar accused officials of the tehsil administration, Modinagar Municipality, illegal colonisers, contractors and some public representatives of conspiring to construct a dirty water drain and well near the temple premises, allegedly hurting the religious sentiments of devotees and…

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It’s 2026, and We’re Thrifting: Old Clothes, New Economy

Arijit Bose

“We are in an era of preloved, and 2026 is its golden age. Vintage-core fashion takes centre stage, and we’re all eyeing it,” writes Usha Kumari. What the youth started as a bold act of rebellion against fast fashion has quietly grown into one of the industry’s most talked-about segments in 2026. Amid economic uncertainty and a rising cost of living, the fashion landscape is reforming itself with a distinct new category: thrift and resale, addressing a need of the hour. From fashion influencers to street style enthusiasts, people are…

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Play ‘Chhodo Kal Ki Baatein’ Highlights Declining Social Sensitivity

Arijit Bose

Thought-provoking theatrical performance staged at International Buddhist Research Institute in Lucknow Lucknow: A powerful theatrical performance depicting the growing emotional disconnect and declining social sensitivity in modern society was staged at the International Buddhist Research Institute in Gomti Nagar. The play, titled Chhodo Kal Ki Baatein, was presented by Shraddha Manav Seva Kalyan Samiti under the concept and direction of theatre artist Anupam Bisaria. Written by playwright J P Singh, the production portrayed the emotional challenges emerging within modern family structures and society’s fading human values. Through impactful performances, the…

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