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Rajasthan’s Education Minister Madan Dilawar says some names like "Shaitan” and “Kalu” may lead to feelings of inferiority.

Bablu to Balmukund? Rajasthan’s ‘Meaningful Names Campaign’ Sparks Debate Over Identity and Choice

The Rajasthan government has launched a unique and controversial initiative aimed at reshaping how children are identified in schools – starting with their names.

16 Apr 2026 19:01

Singaporeans are facing an energy crisis and rising costs due to the conflict in the Middle East.

The Community Reacts to Support Measures in Response to Middle East Conflict

9 Apr 2026 20:50

About 2.4 million Singaporeans will now get between $400 and $600 in cash in September 2026.

Nearly $1b in Extra Help for S’poreans Amid Rising Costs, Govt to do More if Needed: Jeffrey Siow

7 Apr 2026 19:19

A senior citizen boarding public transport.

Op-ed: Ageing with Dignity, Not Defined by Postal Code

19 Mar 2026 18:52

Bite-sized snippets from across the lion city.

Singapore in 2 Minutes for the Week of March 6

5 Mar 2026 19:33

Bite-sized snippets from across the Indian subcontinent.

India in 2 Minutes for the Week of Dec 26

23 Dec 2025 18:16

R.S.Bajwa’s Memoir: Rare, Behind-The-Scenes View Of The Legal World

4 Dec 2025 18:46

Bite-sized news from across the Indian subcontinent.

India in 2 Minutes for the Week of Dec 5

4 Dec 2025 18:40

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