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As the gates open, the state and the people wait to see what unfolds.
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India vs Pak: Why Has the PCB Sued BCCI for Rs 447 Crore?

The ICC Dispute Resolution Forum heard a compensation claim case between the Board of Control for Cricket in India and Pakistan Cricket Board from 1-3 October in Dubai.

All You Need to Know About Khashoggi’s Mysterious Disappearance 

Veteran Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi disappeared over a week ago, while on a visit to the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul.

Darbar Sahib Kartarpur: Will the Pak Gurdwara Bless Better Ties?

Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur, Pakistan.

World Politics Explainer: Deng Xiaoping’s Rise to Power

File image of President Gerald R Ford, First Lady Betty Ford, Vice Premier Deng Xiao Ping, and Deng’s interpreter having a conversation during an Informal meeting.
Zika virus Deqoded.
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What makes it difficult for a person to not walk out on an abusive relationship and instead choose to end their life?
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Gaslighting: When Someone You Love Makes You Question Your Sanity

Have you ever been made to question your sanity by another person? Chances are you might have been gaslighted.

From TV Screens to Prison Bars, the Suhaib Ilyasi Case Explained

Suhaib Ilyasi was acquitted of all charges by the Delhi High Court on 5 October.

How is the Chief Justice of India Appointed?

Will Justice Ranjan Gogoi (L) succeed CJI Dipak Misra?

How to Hu-Tu-Tu: Pro Kabaddi League Rules Explained With GIFs

Are you in the league of people who know the rules of Pro Kabaddi? Read this story!
Will the Supreme Court find Section 377 to be unconstitutional?
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Ayushman Bharat: All You Need to Know About the New Health Scheme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi rolled out the Centre’s flagship Ayushman Bharat-National Health Protection Mission (AB-NHPM) from Jharkhand’s Ranchi on Sunday, 23 September.

Why the Cost of the Rafale Deal is Modi Govt’s Worst Kept Secret

The Congress has been tailing the Defence Minister in a bid to make the price details of the Rafale deal public. 

Encounter Or Conspiracy? Shoot Out At Batla House Explained 

The Batla House encounter took place on 19 September 2008 in which two Indian Mujahideen terrorists were killed. 

Diabetes Explained: A Crash Course in This Morbid Disease

What is Diabetes? Dr Shubham Pant Explains (Photo: istockphoto)
Rafale jet fighters on the assembly line in Dassault Aviation’s factory in Merignac, France. (Photo Courtesy: Reuters)
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Middle East Respiratory Syndrome or MERS is an ailment caused by a virus known as coronavirus.
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: A Pilgrimage Uniting Multiple Faiths

A picture of lake Mansarovar posted by Rahul Gandhi during his pilgrimage.

Gauri Lankesh Murder Case: How the SIT’s Investigation Unfolded

Three suspects identified in Gauri Lankesh’s murder case.

Why the Case for Arresting Activists for “Maoist Ties” Is So Weak

(L-R) Surendra Gadling, Shoma Sen and Rona Wilson

What Was the Bhima Koregaon Battle?

A painting of Peshwa ruler Baji Rao.
The Unlawful Activities Prevention Act was introduced by Parliament in 1967 and has become a draconian law used against dissidents.
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