'Neither ecologically sustainable nor ethical: new study expresses concern over translocation of African cheetahs

A new study by the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS), which examines the ethical, ecological and welfare challenges associated with the translocation of African cheetahs to India, has expressed concern over the translocation of the animals and also raised questions about its scientific merit and long-term viability.

According to the CWS, the study highlights that the translocation of African cheetahs to India has resulted in significant challenges, with a mortality rate of 40%-50% in the first phase of the project, far below the expected survival rate of 85%. 

Closer than ever

The visit of the Qatari Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, a decade after his last visit to India, has led to a reaffirmation of the deep ties between two countries. While they do not always share the same worldview, both countries recognise each other's importance on the regional and global stage.

Manipur is in need of greater common good politics

On February 13, 2025, Article 356 of the Constitution was invoked in Manipur and the State came under President's Rule. It made way for the President of India to take charge of all administrative and legislative functions of the State from Manipur's Council of Ministers. 

Did the iron age on Indian soil start from Tamil Nadu?

Releasing a report on the antiquity of iron, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister proclaimed that the iron age began on "Tamil soil", placing the date 5,300-odd years ago (4th millennium BCE), and that the "history of Indian subcontinent could no longer overlook Tamil Nadu".

Al to change 30-40% bank job roles, says Deutsche Bank's CTO

"The banking sector is expected to see a change in 30-40% of the job roles Some might even disappear. But the problem especially in Europe is we are short on skilled labour. In this case, Al is a recipe to enable continuous growth because it can add value without needing to add more people,"