Do the wealthy influence policy-making more across all forms of democracy?
Ruben B. Mathisen undertakes a study on Norway’s democracy, following the same methodology used by Gilens’ in the U.S., to assess the extent of policy unresponsiveness in a democracy that has ‘gone furthest in reducing economic inequality and restricting money in politics’ Key Points
The HinduAditya L1 escapes Earth's sphere of influence, heading to Lagrange point 1: ISRO
India's solar mission Aditya L1 has travelled beyond a distance of 9.2 lakh kilometres from the Earth and has escaped the sphere of the Earth's influence. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesApple Cider Vinegar: See Netflix drama’s plot, cast, episode count and more
Apple Cider Vinegar unfolds during the emergence of social media, tracking the journey of two young women battling life-threatening illnesses through wellness. The series explores their influence on growing online communities, adding a twist to reality. Key Points
Economic Times5 things your car insurance may not cover
India Business News: Car insurance doesn't cover wear and tear or regular maintenance. It also excludes accidents caused by being under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Key Points
Times Of IndiaKanpur news: Drunk constable from ‘Dial 112 Department’ in UP urinates on food vendor's cart, 2 suspended
Of the two constables, Hemant Kumar and Lokesh Rajput, Lokesh had a verbal spat with the food stall owner, after which he urinated on the cart. Hemant did nothing to stop him. Key Points
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Video: 'Drunk' Kanpur cop pees on a vendor's cart, suspended
Two policemen in Kanpur were suspended after a video of one of them urinating on a cart went viral on social media. As per locals, the constable was under the influence of alcohol. Key Points
India TodayIndia’s Aditya-L1 spacecraft travels 9.2 lakh km, successfully escapes sphere of Earth’s influence
ISRO said on Saturday the Aditya-L1 spacecraft has travelled beyond a distance of 9.2 lakh km from Earth, successfully escaping the sphere of Earth’s influence. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaIndian shares set to open lower as investors eye US jobs data
Indian shares are set to open marginally lower on Friday, on caution ahead of a key U.S. jobs report, which could influence the Federal Reserve's rate decision later this month. Key Points
ReutersPM Modi in Papua New Guinea: Why do pacific islands matter to India?
The first Indian prime minister to visit the country, he made his way to Papua New Guinea for the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC), a grouping of India and 14 Pacific Island countries. In terms of geopolitics, the FIPIC is crucial—India’s engagement with the Pacific nations is seen to counterbalance Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific. Key Points
FinancialexpressElection Commission may put on hold Bommai government's tenders
The Election Commission of India is considering suspending high-value tenders issued by the Bommai-led BJP government before the upcoming Karnataka polls due to concerns of 'hugely inflated estimates' and corruption, as alleged by the Congress party. The poll panel intends to hold any such tender or bidding process that could impact conducting a free and fair election in compliance with the Model Code of Conduct. Key Points
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