unity in diversity

The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has requested states and Union territories to nominate senior and young IAS officers for a mentorship and knowledge-sharing event at the Statue of Unity on Ekta Diwas. This initiative, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's suggestion, aims to foster engagement and share expertise among civil servants.

INDIA bloc leaders convene in Delhi today amidst recent election defeats and internal friction. Twenty-three parties confirmed participation, aiming to present a united front against the BJP. However, key allies like DMK and AAP are reportedly skipping the meeting due to ongoing disputes, testing the coalition's resolve.

Wellington College International (WCI) Pune hosted its inaugural Summer Unity Party, celebrating cultural diversity and global unity on campus. Organised jointly with Friends of Wellington (FoW), the event featured participation from all 24 nationalities represented at the school through national parades, traditional attire, music, cuisine, and performances. The vibrant celebration highlighted WCI Pune’s values of respect, kindness, integrity, responsibility, and courage while fostering a strong sense of community among pupils, parents, and staff.

India's three-language policy is back at the centre of national debate, and the argument is the same one it has always been. The CBSE's 2026 mandate to make three languages compulsory up to Class 10 is framed as a step towards multilingualism and national integration. In Tamil Nadu and much of the South, it is being read as something else entirely. The question is not really about languages. It never was.

AICTE has launched the ‘Samarthan: Internship Connect Scheme 2026-27’ for students from Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and the North Eastern States. The initiative will provide 30-day internships at premier institutions including IITs, IIMs and NITs. A total of 611 students will participate in the programme during the current academic session. The application portal is now open, and candidates can apply until May 25, 2026.

Tezpur, Assam's cultural heartland, gears up for a multi-cornered 2026 assembly election. Incumbent Prithiraj Rava, son of cultural icon Bishnu Prasad Rabha, faces stiff competition. The highly literate, urban electorate prioritizes development, education, and heritage preservation, making this a keenly watched political battleground.

The initiative was formally unveiled by Secretary, MDoNER, Sanjay Jaju

Actor Vijay’s rise to the centre of Tamil Nadu’s political conversation was carefully incubated in cinema under the guidance of his father, SA Chandrasekhar, a filmmaker known for socially rooted narratives.

Kerala & TN, to Assam & Bengal, each of the four big states where voting has concluded is a perfect example – via language, culture, politics – of India’s innate ability to live with differences

Lexicon Art's 'Dvaita: Dualities' exhibition in Delhi explores philosophical contrasts, revealing oneness through art. The show features eleven artists and runs until May 18.

We should not view the state through a ‘Khalistan’ prism. This is a diaspora obsession, which does complicate India’s international relations, but has little to do with improving livelihoods locally

A viral video shows Mohinder Singh Sethi, a Punjabi dhaba owner in Kochi, speaking fluent Malayalam. His natural command of the language has surprised and delighted social media users. Sethi Da Dhaba owner's linguistic skill highlights India's unity in diversity. Many appreciate his effort to connect with the local culture. Shashi Tharoor also shared his positive reaction to the clip.

Fans are buzzing with excitement over the newly released trailer for Riteish Deshmukh’s 'Raja Shivaji,' which showcases a stunning blend of historical grandeur and emotional depth. The film, featuring acclaimed actors like Sanjay Dutt and Vidya Balan, is a tribute to the iconic Shivaji Maharaj, igniting a sense of cultural pride among viewers.