Social Issues

A recent viral video has stirred significant controversy in Telangana, showing Congress MLA Malreddy Ranga Reddy in an interaction with a young girl on a public bus. The incident has led to accusations from opposition parties, notably the BRS, alleging "inappropriate touching."The video, widely ... Read full article.

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has expressed his condolences following the reported death of María del Carmen Abascal, the 87-year-old woman whose eviction became a national symbol and sparked widespread protests across the country. Known affectionately as Maricarmen, she had been ... Read full article.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has sounded a powerful alarm regarding the pressing need for comprehensive regulation of artificial intelligence. Speaking out on the significant implications AI technology holds for American lives and the job market, the Mayor emphasized the urgency of ... Read full article.

Bengaluru is set to witness a unique form of protest as the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) announces a 'Chappal Protest' at Freedom Park on October 8. This demonstration aims to highlight serious concerns regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, which activists say ... Read full article.

A significant political storm is brewing around the Green Party following its adoption of a controversial 'Zionism is racism' policy. Lord Mann, the UK government's independent adviser on antisemitism, has issued a stark warning, claiming the Green Party's stance is more concerning than anything ... Read full article.

Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff is facing intense scrutiny and calls for his resignation over the administration's handling of an alleged gang rape at a fraternity house. Students and faculty are expressing profound dissatisfaction, with protests surging across campus and a potential ... Read full article.

A recent study has shed light on a significant challenge facing England's youth: a large concentration of young people not in employment, education, or training (Neets) within the nation's biggest cities. Research from the Centre for Cities reveals that over a third of all Neets in England are ... Read full article.

The Conservative party has announced a significant pledge: if they win the upcoming election, they will halve the employer National Insurance contributions for young people aged 21 to 24. This move aims to make it cheaper for businesses to hire younger workers, potentially putting tens of thousands ... Read full article.

A severe drought is gripping Karnataka, pushing thousands of farmers deeper into financial distress and debt. The monsoon has largely failed, leading to widespread crop failure across the state. In specific regions like Tumakuru, farmers who invested significant amounts in cultivating crops such as ... Read full article.

A new documentary, "Damilola: The Untold Story," revisits the profound tragedy of Damilola Taylor, a 10-year-old boy whose murder 26 years ago sent shockwaves across the UK. The film offers a deeply personal perspective, featuring actor John Boyega and his sister Grace, who were among the last to ... Read full article.

Bollywood sensation Janhvi Kapoor recently made headlines for her strong condemnation of a deepfake video featuring her. The actress termed the 'Chuttamalle AI video with NTR' as an "assault" and poignantly remarked on it being the "reality of being a woman" in today's digital age. This incident ... Read full article.

Protesters gathered in the south coast town of Gosport as more than 100 people, believed to be migrants, were brought ashore after crossing the English Channel in a small boat. The dramatic events unfolded on a Sunday evening, with individuals seen arriving at a Gosport marina aboard two RNLI ... Read full article.

Mumbai witnessed a powerful display of opposition unity as Thackeray cousins, Uddhav and Raj, led the 'Virat Garjana Morcha' (Grand Roar March) on Saturday. Thousands of workers and leaders from various opposition parties converged at the BMC headquarters, presenting a united front against the ... Read full article.

Hundreds of anti-migrant protesters gathered in two significant port cities across the UK today, as demonstrations took place in Southampton and Dover. The coordinated protests saw large groups of individuals voicing their concerns and opposition to current migration trends and policies. These ... Read full article.

A university in Kashmir has taken strict action, removing an associate professor following widespread student protests. The professor was accused of harassing students, specifically making inappropriate remarks like asking a female student to "be my date" and commenting on her physical ... Read full article.

Celtic Football Club's principal shareholder, Dermot Desmond, was the target of a dramatic fan protest on Saturday during his participation in the Alfred Dunhill Links golf tournament at St Andrews. The 76-year-old was taking part in the pro-am event when fans threw tennis balls, some featuring his ... Read full article.

Munich, Germany, The iconic Oktoberfest, known for its festive beer halls and thrilling rides, is confronting a troubling issue: voyeuristic "upskirting" videos. To combat this, the operator of the popular Teufelsrad, or Devil's Wheel, ride has been proactively distributing free cycling shorts to ... Read full article.

High drama unfolded at Jantar Mantar in Delhi as protests re-erupted, leading to significant police action. Over 500 individuals were reportedly detained, and internet services in the vicinity were temporarily cut off, intensifying the tense atmosphere. The demonstrations were primarily driven by ... Read full article.

A broadcasting legend and tireless campaigner, Dame Esther Rantzen, has passed away at the age of 86. Her family announced her death on Wednesday, paying tribute to a "most wonderful mother" and "cherished grandmother" whose compassion will continue to inspire. Dame Esther became a household name ... Read full article.

A look at how a bizarre basketball controversy has somehow turned the WNBA into the latest battleground over gender, politics and who gets to decide what a woman means. The US Congress has demanded that the WNBA explain what a woman is. The letter, led by Indiana Republican representative Marlin ... Read full article.

New Delhi is abuzz with political debate after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the Bela Estate slum cluster, spotlighting what he termed a "massive voter deletion" issue. Gandhi expressed grave concerns after reports indicated that only one voter's name remained on the draft electoral roll for ... Read full article.

Agra witnessed a dramatic turn of events on Monday, September 29, 2026, as two Congress leaders were arrested for allegedly defacing the residence of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The incident unfolded during a fervent protest by Congress workers outside Mr. Kumar's home in Vijay ... Read full article.

A recent survey has unveiled a growing concern among Scots regarding the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology on human cognition. The study, commissioned by Scottish Bridge and carried out by Find Out Now in mid-September, polled 1,002 Scottish adults, revealing significant ... Read full article.

The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from her Madrid home, where she had lived for over seven decades, has ignited a firestorm of indignation and massive protests across Spain. Images of Maricarmen, who is disabled, being forcibly removed on a stretcher, flanked by protestors and police, ... Read full article.

A prominent political figure, widely identified as Burnham, is making significant waves with ambitious new proposals aimed at tackling two of the nation's most pressing issues: social care and the housing crisis. These announcements come just ahead of the Labour conference, setting a clear agenda ... Read full article.

A wave of shock and horror has swept through Jharkhand’s Gumla district following the alleged gang-rape and brutal assault of a 13-year-old girl. The horrifying incident came to light after the victim's father filed a police complaint, stating his daughter was found lying unconscious outside their ... Read full article.

Dover, UK, Fifty-one migrants have safely arrived in Dover after enduring a perilous journey across the English Channel, spending more than 33 hours at sea. Their arrival in Kent early Wednesday morning followed a tense standoff and significant public attention, particularly in Gosport, Hampshire, ... Read full article.

Ed Sheeran's recent decision to ditch his B-stage due to fear of crowd reaction spotlights a disturbing trend. Are polarizing issues and aggressive fan behavior forcing artists to retreat from genuine connection? Ed Sheeran’s recent confession from Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field rings a ... Read full article.

The chilling details surrounding the alleged murder of Ketan Agarwal at Lohagad Fort have sent shockwaves, revealing an elaborate plot masterminded by his fiancée, Siya Goyal, and her accomplices. A sprawling 5,053-page chargesheet filed by the police paints a grim picture of meticulous planning, ... Read full article.

The U.S. Sikh community is on high alert after a truck driver was brutally attacked and stabbed at a remote Wyoming rest stop. The incident, which occurred early Sunday at the Bitter Creek rest stop on Interstate 80, has reignited fears amidst what community leaders describe as a surge in ... Read full article.

Startling new figures from the statistics ministry reveal a significant challenge facing India's youth. More than half of young people, aged 15 to 29 years, in two districts of Odisha were neither employed nor pursuing education or training in 2025. This group is officially referred to as 'NEET' ... Read full article.

Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has openly criticized New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, alleging he orchestrated a campaign to censor rapper Macklemore. This accusation comes after Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour following his on-stage comments supporting Palestinians ... Read full article.

New York authorities just dealt a massive blow to the deepfake industry, seizing 12 sites that victimized 1,200 people, mostly women. This is a game-changer for AI accountability. The digital landscape just saw a major shake-up in the fight against AI abuse. We’re talking about a significant legal ... Read full article.

In a dramatic escalation of frustration over persistent 5G network issues, villagers in Uttar Pradesh’s Fatehpur district resorted to an unusual protest, tying a telecom technician to a mobile tower. The incident, which unfolded on Thursday in Hardauli village, Bindki area, saw residents demand an ... Read full article.

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil is set to intensify his agitation, declaring plans for a march to Mumbai with supporters, signalling a continued standoff with the Maharashtra government. This decision comes even as the state government maintains it has largely addressed the community's ... Read full article.

A grave controversy has erupted in Punjab following the death by suicide of Gulzar Singh, a Dalit farmer. The situation has intensified due to allegations that his body was forcibly cremated by government authorities, igniting a widespread public and political outcry across the state. Reports ... Read full article.

Anti-immigration demonstrators in southern England recently caused a stir when they mistakenly gathered outside a hotel, believing it housed asylum seekers. The group, however, had unknowingly targeted the accommodation of Pakistan's Under-19 cricket team. The incident unfolded on Tuesday evening, ... Read full article.

The political landscape in Jammu and Kashmir is buzzing following a recent event where National Conference leaders Farooq Abdullah and his son, Omar Abdullah, stood for the complete rendition of 'Vande Mataram'. This act, which has ignited a fresh debate, drew immediate and sharp disapproval from ... Read full article.

A wave of outrage has swept across Punjab following the tragic suicide of Gulzar Singh, a resident of Toor Banjara village. Singh's death has ignited a fierce political storm, with opposition parties, including the BJP, vehemently demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The ... Read full article.

Portsmouth witnessed alarming scenes recently as an anti-migrant protest escalated into violence, resulting in seven police officers being attacked. Demonstrators, identified as far-right, pelted riot police with stones and damaged their vehicles during the heated confrontation. The unrest ... Read full article.

Paris’s iconic Eiffel Tower was forced to close its doors late Monday following an unprecedented staff protest regarding an alleged incident involving a visiting Hindu delegation. Employees gathered for a meeting, leading to the monument’s temporary closure, after claims emerged that female staff ... Read full article.

Actor Vijay, a prominent figure in Tamil Nadu's political landscape, has issued a strong statement condemning the use of abusive language against women. His remarks come just days after what has been referred to as the "Trisha Row," an incident that seemingly sparked widespread ... Read full article.

In a significant move to connect with the youth, Rahul Gandhi recently met with students in Bihar, where he launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bihar's leadership, including Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. Gandhi's criticism centered on the police action taken ... Read full article.

Hundreds of protesters descended on Portsmouth today, aiming to block the transport of migrants who arrived by a small boat from being taken to a processing center in Kent. The demonstrators gathered near Eastney Marina, attempting to barricade routes away from the area and pledging to remain ... Read full article.

In the wake of devastating flash floods that swept through northern and central Nepal on August 26, survivors, grappling with immense personal loss, have emerged as beacons of hope, joining the front lines of rescue and relief efforts. The catastrophe, triggered by an ice-rock avalanche near the ... Read full article.

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is currently at the center of a serious investigation as eleven students have come forward with allegations of sexual harassment against one of its professors. The complaints were officially lodged with the university’s Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) back in ... Read full article.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a strong attack on the Congress on Saturday, September 5, 2026, accusing it of “hypocrisy” regarding women’s empowerment. The BJP highlighted the low representation of women in Congress-ruled state governments, despite the party's calls for greater gender ... Read full article.

A shocking incident has sent ripples through Delhi, as a young woman was found brutally murdered inside a hotel room, allegedly by her boyfriend, who then attempted to take his own life. The harrowing event unfolded in a hotel in the capital city, prompting an immediate police ... Read full article.

The Met's Spring 2027 Galliano retrospective is off. This unexpected decision reignites the crucial debate: Can we separate an artist's controversial past from their undeniable genius? Dive into the discussion. The Spring 2027 exhibition devoted to John Galliano's four-decade oeuvre at The ... Read full article.

Manipur's decennial Census operations, initially set to kick off on September 1, have been officially deferred by the Centre. This significant decision comes amidst escalating demands from various community-based organizations to first conduct a National Register of Citizens (NRC) exercise, using ... Read full article.