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Root out terror: BIMSTEC

Describing terrorism as a “great threat” to international peace and security, India and six other BIMSTEC nations on Friday called for identifying and holding accountable states and non-state entities that encourage, support or finance terrorism, provide sanctuaries to terrorists and falsely extol their virtues.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 1st Sep 2018

Law Commission calls for re-think on sedition clause

Dissent and criticism of the government are essential ingredients of a robust public debate in a vibrant democracy the Law Commission of India said .

posted by Jawwad Kazi 31st Aug 2018

Pan-India reservation rule applies to Delhi: Supreme Court

Reservation is State-specific, but Delhi is a ‘miniature India’ where the “pan-India reservation rule” applies.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 31st Aug 2018

Pollution may affect thinking skills, says study

A large study in China suggests a link between air pollution and negative effects on people’s language and math skills.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 31st Aug 2018

Trapped heat below Arctic surface could melt entire region’s ice: study

Archived’ heat trapped below the surface of the Arctic has the potential to melt the entire region’s sea ice, scientists warn.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 31st Aug 2018