Ruckus In Rajya Sabha Polls: What’s Cross Voting And Why MLAs Do it?

We went to Rajouri Garden, one of the most popular markets in Delhi and these are our top 5 coolest picks. From legendary eating joints to amazing shops, from Chole Bhature to Kulfi and footwear to sarees, we went all out!

In a groundbreaking observation, researchers witnessed a male Sumatran orangutan named Rakus displaying remarkable self-healing behavior. After sustaining a facial wound, Rakus ingeniously used the anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties of Akar Kuning leaves to treat himself. Chewing the leaves and applying the juice directly to the wound, he repeated the process until the wound healed, leaving only a small scar. This behavior, unprecedented in wild animals, suggests a level of intentional medicinal plant use previously unseen in non-human primates.

Anand Mahindra, born in 1955 into a prestigious Mumbai family, could have been a filmmaker but pursued a different path, studying filmmaking and photography at Harvard University. Now chairman of the Mahindra Group, he's known for his strong social media presence, sharing entrepreneurial insights and celebrating Indian innovation, like buying a house for the viral 'Idli Amma' and offering a job to a quadruple amputee. Mahindra sees social media as vital for 21st-century CEOs, using it to highlight grassroots innovations and extend helping hands.

Nestlé faces scrutiny for adding high levels of sugar to Cerelac baby formula in India, averaging 3 grams per serving, while selling the same product without added sugar in Europe and the UK. This practice, criticized by experts as dangerous and addictive, exploits a loophole in Indian regulations that lack specific limits on added sugars in baby food. Nestlé defends its actions, citing compliance with local laws, but critics argue this approach raises ethical and public health concerns, urging stricter enforcement and global standards.

India is facing a significant rise in cancer cases, with almost 14 lakh people diagnosed in 2020, expected to reach 15.7 lakhs by 2025. This trend is part of a broader increase in non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including diabetes, hypertension, and depression. Cancer is particularly concerning due to its prevalence among women (breast, cervix, ovarian) and men (lung, mouth, prostate) at relatively young ages. Despite this, cancer screening rates are low, highlighting a need for increased awareness and screening programs to address this growing health challenge

The tiny uninhabited island of Katchatheevu, part of Sri Lanka, has sparked controversy as PM Modi criticized Congress for ceding it in 1974. The island has no source of drinking water, only a church drawing devotees. Previously disputed, India settled by relinquishing its claim, which has now become sensitive with China's growing influence in Sri Lanka. Tamil Nadu fishermen often face arrests in the region. Sri Lanka asserts the issue was settled 50 years ago, rejecting the need to revisit it. Opposition accuses BJP of politicizing the matter.

India is grappling with a severe water crisis in Bengaluru, where 6,997 out of 16,781 borewells have dried up due to the failure of both the southwest and northeast monsoons in Karnataka. The crisis is exacerbated by rapid, unregulated urban growth and neglect of natural water bodies. It requires immediate and comprehensive strategies to address the crisis and ensure sustainable water management for the future.

Elections for 15 Rajya Sabha seats across three states are underway, sparking concerns about potential cross-voting by MLAs from the Congress and the Samajwadi Party. The balance of power in the Rajya Sabha hangs in the balance, as members are not directly elected by the public but by State Legislative Assemblies. Cross-voting, if it occurs, could indicate political fluidity and the independence of legislators' thoughts and actions.

The right to remain silent, rooted in the Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution, protects individuals from self-incrimination during interactions with law enforcement. In India, this right is implicit under Article 20(3) of the Constitution, which prohibits compelling an accused person to be a witness against themselves. While India does not have a formal Miranda Warning, individuals can refuse to answer questions that may incriminate them, seek legal counsel, and refrain from volunteering information. These protections ensure fair treatment and uphold the principle of innocence until proven guilty.

The Supreme Court has declared India's electoral bonds scheme unconstitutional, citing violations of the right to information and freedom of speech. Introduced in 2018 by the Modi government, the scheme allowed individuals and companies to anonymously donate money to political parties without limits. Despite claims that it would curb black money in politics, the scheme faced criticisms. The court has directed parties to return all bonds, the Election Commission to disclose donations, and the State Bank of India to stop issuing bonds.