Sagar Rath, Author at Jewels of Odisha

Centurion University Rises to 10th in India in 2025 University Impact Rankings

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago05 mins

Understanding the University Impact Rankings The Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings assess global universities based on their contribution to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Unlike traditional rankings that emphasize academic prestige and research volume, the Impact Rankings evaluate institutions on criteria such as social impact, sustainability, innovation, and inclusive education. These rankings provide a more community-centric view…

NHRC Probes Odisha’s Social Boycott Over Inter-Caste Marriage

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago07 mins

The Lingering Curse of Caste-Based Discrimination Despite decades of constitutional safeguards and social reform, inter-caste marriages continue to face stigma and hostility in many parts of India. In particular, rural areas across states like Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha often witness violent or socially coercive reactions to such unions. While the government promotes…

From Palakollu to the Stars: Jahnavi Dangeti Set to Become India’s Next Space Icon

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago07 mins

A New Generation of Space Explorers In the age of expanding private spaceflight and international collaboration, the path to space is no longer limited to astronauts trained solely by national agencies. Private companies like Titans Space, based in the U.S., are opening doors for global candidates, including civilians, to become part of their orbital missions. For India—still…

Bihar to Host First Nuclear Power Plant Under India’s Small Modular Reactor Drive

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago07 mins

A New Energy Era: Nuclear Power and Small Modular Reactors Nuclear power plants generate electricity through controlled nuclear reactions, offering a clean, reliable, and long-term energy source. Unlike fossil fuel-based power plants, nuclear facilities emit minimal greenhouse gases and are highly efficient in power generation. Traditionally, India’s nuclear energy infrastructure has relied on large-scale reactors. However, the…

Pak Officer Who Claimed Abhinandan’s Capture Killed in TTP Gunfight

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago06 mins

The 2019 Balakot Airstrikes and Abhinandan’s Captivity Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman of the Indian Air Force (IAF) became a household name in 2019, following the Pulwama terror attack, in which 40 Indian paramilitary personnel were killed. In response, India launched the Balakot airstrikes, targeting a Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist training camp inside Pakistan. As tensions escalated, a…

India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duties on Six Chinese Products to Shield Local Industry

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago07 mins

Understanding Anti-Dumping Duty: A Tool for Fair Trade Anti-dumping duty is a trade protection measure imposed by a country to guard its domestic industry against unfair pricing by foreign exporters. It is triggered when a country exports a product at a price lower than its normal value, typically the price in its own market, thereby…

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Set to Make History with Axiom-4 Space Mission

Sagar Rath11 months ago06 mins

Mission Akash Ganga: A New Dawn for India’s Space Odyssey A monumental step in Indo-US space collaboration, the Axiom-4 mission—dubbed Mission Akash Ganga—is the product of a landmark joint statement between India and the United States during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 2023 state visit. It signifies a turning point for the Indian space program, as Group Captain Shubhanshu…

World’s first all-Electric Plane Makes Historic 130-Km Flight for Just ₹700

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago05 mins

Electric Aviation Gathers Momentum In a groundbreaking leap toward sustainable aviation, Beta Technologies’ electric aircraft, the Alia CX300, completed the world’s first all-electric passenger flight earlier this month. Covering 130 kilometers from East Hampton to New York’s JFK Airport in just over 30 minutes, the flight cost only $8 (around ₹700) in energy—compared to $160 (₹13,800) for a conventional helicopter covering…

EC Invites Rahul Gandhi for Dialogue on Poll Concerns Amid Allegations

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago06 mins

Rahul Gandhi’s Demands Stir EC Response The Election Commission of India (ECI) has responded directly to concerns raised by Rahul Gandhi regarding the conduct of the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections. In a formal letter dated June 12, the ECI invited the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha to a personal meeting with the full Commission to discuss issues he…

Gautam Adani Denies U.S. Bribery Claims, Unveils $100 Billion Growth Vision at 2025 AGM

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago09 mins

A Defiant AGM in the Shadow of Global Scrutiny At the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Adani Enterprises and Adani Ports, Chairman Gautam Adani struck a bold and visionary tone. Speaking amid heightened scrutiny from U.S. regulators over alleged bribery charges, Adani denied any wrongdoing and reaffirmed the group’s commitment to India’s infrastructure-led growth story. With an ambitious capital…