The question arose in the context of bribery charges against Jharkhand Mukti Morcha MLA Sita Soren in connection with the 2012 Rajya Sabha elections to two seats from the state.

Flash floods occurred in north Sikkim after the South Lhonak Lake burst due to incessant rains. For years, numerous studies highlighted the lake’s rapidly growing size and marked it as susceptible to glacial lake outburst flood.

Row over killing of a Sikh secessionist makes it clear global spy services are keeping a close watch on Indian ops. But experts say recent detection of networks reflect poor spycraft. 

Karman Line: Where space begins

Fought in 1741, the Battle of Colachel was of huge significance in the history of India and Asia. This was the first time that a European power had been decimated in Asia. It put an end to Dutch plans of colonial expansion in India.