Sagar Rath, Author at Jewels of Odisha

NASA’s Indian-Origin DEI Chief Removed After Trump’s Executive Order Shuts Down Diversity Programs

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago06 mins

A Shift in Policy, A Career Upended In a move emblematic of shifting federal priorities, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has officially ended its association with Neela Rajendra, the Indian-origin head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Her removal comes amidst sweeping changes across U.S. federal agencies following an executive order issued by President Donald Trump targeting DEI programs. While initially…

Tahawwur Rana and the 26/11 Plot: ISI Links, Sleeper Cells, and India’s Pursuit of Justice

Sagar Rath11 months ago07 mins

A Dark Chapter Revisited The memories of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks—commonly referred to as 26/11—still haunt India. The coordinated assault by 10 Pakistani terrorists left 166 dead and scores injured over a 60-hour siege that targeted Mumbai’s bustling railway station, luxury hotels, and a Jewish centre. The attackers, trained and backed by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), used the…

Robert Vadra and the ED: Legal Scrutiny or Political Vendetta?

Sagar Rath11 months ago07 mins

A Familiar Face in a Familiar Fight Robert Vadra, businessman and husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, once again found himself in the spotlight on Tuesday as he appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a land deal case in Haryana. The case—linked to alleged money laundering—has resurfaced ahead of election season, prompting…

Trump vs The Ivy League: How America’s Elite Universities Became the New Political Battlefield

Sagar Rath11 months ago08 mins

Trump’s New Front in the Culture War A new cultural clash is unfolding in the United States, and this time, the battleground isn’t Capitol Hill — it’s the nation’s elite universities. Since returning to the White House, President Donald Trump has trained his political firepower on Ivy League institutions, launching an unprecedented crackdown that includes…

Delhi Airport Terminal 2 Temporarily Shuts for Maintenance: All Flights Shift to Upgraded Terminal 1

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago06 mins

A Powerhouse of Air Travel in India The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi stands as a beacon of India’s aviation prowess. As the largest and busiest airport in the country, it handles an enormous volume of passengers and air traffic daily. Terminal 2 (T2) alone manages over 46,000 passengers and 270–280 air traffic…

China’s Bold AI Leap: Mandating AI Education from Primary School to Shape Global Leadership

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago06 mins

AI’s Growing Influence and China’s Global Vision Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept reserved for tech labs and science fiction. Today, AI is transforming every sector—from healthcare and finance to education, logistics, and even agriculture. Nations across the globe are racing to secure their position in this AI-driven future, but China has…

Sri Lanka Skips India’s Tejas MK1: A Strategic Decision Amid Deep Ties

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago06 mins

Historic Ties, Strategic Collaboration India and Sri Lanka have enjoyed a longstanding relationship marked by cultural affinity, historical bonds, and strategic cooperation. Since gaining independence in the mid-20th century, the two nations have built strong diplomatic ties. India has played a significant role in supporting Sri Lanka through numerous crises — including the recent economic…

Extradition of Tahawwur Rana: A Diplomatic Victory and a Crucial Step Toward 26/11 Justice

Sagar Rath11 months ago08 mins

A Long-Awaited Breakthrough in India’s Fight Against Terror India’s relentless pursuit of justice for the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks has reached a significant milestone. The extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the case, from the United States marks a turning point in the country’s counter-terrorism efforts and its diplomatic…

India’s E-Waste Policy Push: A Bold Environmental Move Meets Corporate Resistance

Sagar Rath11 months ago09 mins

Why a Robust E-Waste Policy Is Essential for India India is at a crucial crossroads in its environmental journey. As one of the fastest-growing economies and the third-largest generator of electronic waste globally—after China and the United States—India faces a monumental challenge in managing its ever-increasing mountain of discarded electronics. The rise in consumer electronics…

Indian Shrimp Industry in Choppy Waters: Trump Tariffs Stir Global Trade Currents

Sagar Rath11 months ago11 months ago08 mins

India’s Shrimp Boom: A Global Export Powerhouse India has long been a global leader in shrimp exports, with a thriving aquaculture industry that fuels livelihoods, particularly in coastal states like Andhra Pradesh, where over 300,000 farmers grow shrimp in saline ponds. With seafood exports reaching $7.3 billion in 2024, shrimp accounts for the lion’s share—$2.5 billion to the U.S….