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Babus who call late meetings, delay files face scrutiny as cabinet secretary lists 12 types of secretaries
Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan highlighted issues with bureaucratic efficiency at a recent performance review meeting. He presented a list of problematic behaviors affecting government productivity using cartoons. Somanathan emphasized the necessity of timely decision-making and better communication between ministries. Another topic addressed was the improper usage of ration cards by railway employees.
Teddy tigers and preserved embryos: Museum in Corbett tries to keep them 'alive'
Nestled close to Jim Corbett Park, a fascinating museum features detailed taxidermy models of tigers alongside other wildlife. These striking replicas narrate the complex stories of human-animal interactions throughout history, showcasing both peaceful cohabitation and fierce conflicts. Highlights include creatures who died naturally and those labeled as dangerous. The exhibits serve to educate visitors, especially children, on the vital need for wildlife conservation in Uttarakhand.
In 1813, iconic newspaper first used term 'Uncle Sam' to refer to the United States, the nickname was linked to local meatpacker, after over 200 years later President Donald Trump is on name-changing spree
Samuel Wilson supplied meat to the U.S. Army in barrels marked "U.S.", meaning United States. According to the traditional story, workers and soldiers associated those initials with Wilson, who was locally known as "Uncle Sam".
Jon Kudelka, award-winning political cartoonist, dies at 53: Family reveals cause of death; all about his work and career
Renowned political cartoonist Jon Kudelka has died at the age of 53. He passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in Hobart. Kudelka had been battling aggressive brain cancer for two years. His work was widely admired by readers, colleagues, and even politicians. He received numerous awards for his sharp observations and wit.
SC slams cartoonist Hemant Malviya over ‘immature’ post targeting PM Modi and RSS
The Supreme Court criticised Indore-based cartoonist Hemant Malviya. This was regarding his cartoon depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and RSS. The court deemed the cartoon undignified and inflammatory. Malviya faces charges under various sections of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita and the IT Act. This follows a complaint filed by an RSS member.
Cartoonists, taking up journos' burden
Chandrachud stated that the 'core' of a journalist's mission is to 'hold up a mirror to powers that be'. While that is true, it is only one of the missions of the journalist - along with to inform, to analyse, to contextualise, to facilitate, to felicitate.... The cartoonist, on the other hand, has one brief-cum-function: to poke via a visual joke.
PM Modi inaugurates art gallery dedicated to cartoonist R K Laxman; kin say dream comes true
The art gallery also houses over 30,000 "timeless" sketches made by the cartoonist, best known for his creation "The Common Man". These sketches are available in both digital and physical formats. Malgudi is a fictional town in southern India conjured by R K Narayan, sibling of R K Laxman, in his short story collection 'Malgudi Days'.
Indians have not lost the capacity to laugh, says Ritu G Khanduri
Khanduri says India's newspaper culture and cartooning are entwined and cartoonists are expected to critique all those in power.
Noted cartoonist Sudhir Tailang passes away
Tailang's daughter Aditi told IANS that he breathed his last at 12.30 p.m. He would be cremated at 2 p.m. on Sunday at Lodhi road crematorium.
Cartoons now make it to art, literary shows
An emerging breed of illustrators and cartoonists is capturing the city in inventive ways, which existing art and literature platforms are acknowledging by including cartoon art in their mix of events.
Telugu daily cartoonist Pamarthy Shankar wins World Press Cartoon award
Pamarthy Shankar, a cartoonist working with the prominent Telugu newspaper 'Sakshi', has won the Grand Prix World Press Cartoon 2014 Award for sketching Nelson Mandela.
Until recently they didn’t kill cartoonists. Now they do, says Stephan Pastis
Pearls Before Swine creator Stephan Pastis dwells on threats to cartoonists, quitting a 'boring' corporate job and his liking for Indian culture.
RK Laxman accorded state funeral; Maharashtra government to set up memorial
The legendary cartoonist, creator of the ubiquitous mute spectator 'Common Man' died last evening, aged 94 after suffering multi-organ failure.
Cartoonist RK Laxman, creator of 'Common Man', passes away
Legendary cartoonist R.K. Laxman died in a private hospital here after a brief illness, a family member said Monday. He was 94.
Cartoonist Pran, creator of iconic Chacha Chowdhury, dead
Eminent cartoonist Pran, who gave life to lovable comic characters Chacha Chaudhury and his friend Sabu, passed away today morning.
Bal Thackeray passes away: The cartoonist who loved Bambi
The sword might be mightier than the pen for Bal Thackeray , but it was with the pen that he began his turbulent career.
Maharashtra government to drop sedition charge against cartoonist Assem Trivedi
Bowing to public pressure and criticism from the court, the Maharashtra government today informed the Bombay High Court that it has decided to drop sedition charge against cartoonist Aseem Trivedi.
HC raps police over 'arbitrary' arrest of cartoonist Aseem Trivedi
The court also said it intended to lay down guidelines for application of the pre-Independence law .
High Court slams Mumbai Police for arresting cartoonist Aseem Trivedi for sedition
HC slammed Mumbai Police for arresting cartoonist Aseem Trivedi on "frivolous" grounds and "without application of mind".
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