Why do Indians perceive Europe as a land of better job opportunities? 

For representative purposes. | Photo Credit: iStockphoto The perception of Europe as a land of better job opportunities has been growing among Indians, particularly among the younger and more educated population. This belief is shaped by multiple factors, including higher wages, career growth prospects, and lifestyle advantages. A well-established Indian diaspora in Europe significantly influences … Read more

Lok Sabha passes Oilfields Amendment Bill

India’s Reliance Industries KG-D6’s control and raiser platform is seen off the Bay of Bengal. | Photo Credit: Reuters A Bill that seeks to amend the existing law governing exploration and production of oil and gas as well as delink petroleum operations from mining operations was passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday (March 12, … Read more

Soldier injured in firing incident on LoC: Officials

A soldier was injured in a firing incident close to the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu’s Nowshera district. File | Photo Credit: PTI A soldier was injured in a firing incident close to the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu’s Nowshera district on Wednesday (March 12, 2025) morning. Officials said the soldier, posted at … Read more

Congress, DMK MPs walk out of Lok Sabha over nod given to energy project along Pakistan border

The Lok Sabha is session on March 12, 2025. Photo: Sansad TV via PTI Congress and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) members walked out of the Lok Sabha on Wednesday to express their dissatisfaction with the reply given by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on reported clearance granted to a renewable energy project near the India-Pakistan border. … Read more

Immigration and Foreigners Bill not connected to grant of citizenship, says official   

Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025. File A day after the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 was introduced in the Parliament, a government official clarified that the legislation is not connected with any matters related with grant of citizenship. The official said the Bill was a comprehensive … Read more

Popularise fortified rice scheme, House panel tells Centre

Standing committee on Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution has recommended the Centre to ensure the meticulous implementation of the scheme of distribution of fortified rice across the country. | Photo Credit: V. RAJU Even as civil society organisations are raising concerns over fortified rice, the Standing committee on Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution … Read more