Gold Price Soars Amid Global Tensions The glitter of gold has never shone brighter — literally and financially. On April 16, gold prices in India touched a historic milestone, crossing ₹95,000 per 10 grams on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) for the very first time. This unprecedented surge is driven by a combination of global…
A Unique Initiative to Enhance Passenger Convenience In a bold and first-of-its-kind initiative, the Central Railway has installed an ATM onboard the Panchavati Express, marking India’s first experiment with cash withdrawal services inside a running train. The move is aimed at offering passengers’ greater financial flexibility and accessibility during their journeys, especially on intercity routes…
A Trade Conflict on the Brink The long-simmering trade tensions between the United States and China have now reached a potentially explosive stage. What began as a dispute over trade imbalances and intellectual property theft has grown into a full-scale economic confrontation. The latest salvo came on April 15, when President Donald Trump signed an…
A Bold Step Toward Academic Excellence With a clear commitment to revitalize its higher education ecosystem, the Government of Odisha has launched an ambitious recruitment drive to fill a staggering 1,353 vacant teaching posts across state-run universities. This major initiative comes under the framework of the New Odisha University Amendment Act, a forward-thinking legislative reform…
AI for a Transparent and Efficient Tomorrow Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant future—it is a present-day tool revolutionizing everything from healthcare to agriculture, and now, governance. As governments around the world seek smarter, faster, and more transparent ways to serve citizens, AI is emerging as a powerful ally. By enabling data-driven decisions, predictive…
Decades of Tension, a Pattern of Provocation India and Pakistan have endured a tumultuous relationship marked by wars, border skirmishes, and a persistent shadow of terrorism. Over the years, Pakistan’s repeated attempts to destabilize the region—particularly through cross-border infiltration and support for terror groups—have kept Kashmir and parts of the Indian borderlands on edge. While…
From Trade Wars to Tech Wars The U.S.–China tariff war that began under President Donald Trump continues to ripple through the global economy. Initially aimed at balancing trade deficits and curbing China’s industrial rise, the tariffs have evolved into a deeper economic conflict, now centered on technology and national security. While former President Biden enforced aggressive export…
Building the Foundation for a New Odisha Odisha is stepping into a new era of infrastructural transformation. Historically known for its cultural richness and natural resources, the state has long grappled with connectivity gaps that have hampered its full economic potential. Over the past few years, the central government has been increasingly focusing on bridging…
A Trade War Takes Flight—And Hits Aviation Hard The US-China trade war, which has been simmering under the surface since early 2025, has taken a dramatic new turn. In a move that could ripple across global markets and disrupt key supply chains, China has ordered its airlines to halt all new deliveries of Boeing jets, further intensifying…
Yet Another Blow to Students’ Trust in Competitive Exams Just days after the NEET UG row shook public confidence in the National Testing Agency (NTA), a fresh wave of anger has erupted over the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 exam. Students and parents are flagging factual inaccuracies in questions, discrepancies in response sheets, and a…
