Rare: unusual stories, odd events and surprising election moments
Some stories are one-offs, strange, or just too odd to ignore. That’s what the "rare" tag collects — news and explainers that don’t fit the usual beat but matter because they reveal gaps, failures, or surprising snapshots of public life.
What you’ll find here
Expect a mix. There are accountability moments like the RPSC controversy where a High Court scrapped a 2021 SI recruitment and a member resigned to protect the commission’s dignity. You’ll also find media-watch pieces that show how the same event gets framed differently across outlets. Then there are human-interest surprises — the BSF allowing fishing on the Indian side of the Padma — and odd history lessons like notable mid-air collisions that shaped aviation safety rules.
These posts do three things: explain what happened, why it’s out of the ordinary, and what readers should watch next. Each piece aims to give a clear takeaway so you can spot real issues without wading through noise.
Quick picks from Rare
RPSC under fire: A clear look at how the court’s decision forced a senior official to resign and what that could mean for future recruitment reforms. Useful if you follow governance and exam integrity stories.
How do different Indian media houses report the same news?: A readable guide to spotting framing, headline bias, and why two outlets can leave you with two different impressions of the same event. Good for readers who want to check their sources.
BSF permits fishing on Indian side of Padma from today?: A practical, local-impact piece that matters to communities and border management watchers. It shows how small policy shifts affect everyday lives.
Has there ever been a mid-air plane collision?: A short history that explains the rare but serious events that pushed improvements in air traffic control. If travel safety interests you, this one explains past lessons clearly.
Electronics and odd FAQs: You’ll also find useful short explainers — from what 100–240V ratings mean to recommended electronics books. These help when a rare question about gadgets or tech pops up.
How to use this tag: Scan the short summaries, then click deeper on anything that sounds relevant. Use this space when you want quick context on unusual events, to compare media angles, or to catch surprises that could affect elections, policy, or everyday life.
If you like unexpected stories that explain why they matter, keep this tag bookmarked. Rare doesn’t mean irrelevant — often the oddest items are the ones that reveal bigger problems or opportunities.
Why is electronics so rare as a hobby today?
Electronics used to be a popular hobby for people of all ages, however it has become rare in recent years. The high cost of components and the complexity of modern electronics are two of the main reasons for this. Additionally, the availability of ready-made gadgets and other forms of entertainment such as gaming and streaming has reduced the incentive for people to make their own electronic gadgets. The lack of educational opportunities and the rise of digital educational tools have also contributed to the decline of electronics as a hobby. Finally, the lack of a supportive community and the difficulty of finding resources and help have made it harder for people to get into electronics as a hobby.