A Deadly Avalanche Strikes A massive avalanche hit a Border Roads Organisation (BRO) project site near Mana, India’s northernmost village, trapping more than 42 workers and triggering a frantic rescue operation on Friday. The sudden snow slide caught the laborers off guard as they worked in the high-altitude region near the revered Badrinath Dham in…
Market Mayhem Shakes Investors Dalal Street witnessed a massive selloff on Friday (February 28) as the Sensex nosedived by nearly 1,400 points, while the Nifty slipped below 22,150, sending shockwaves through the investor community. The drastic plunge has left market participants reeling, with many scrambling to understand the reasons behind the sudden downturn and when…
Corruption Allegations Against AAP and Kejriwal The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has long touted itself as a champion of governance and transparency, but the latest report by the Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG) has painted a different picture. The report, tabled in the Assembly, has revealed significant irregularities in Delhi’s healthcare infrastructure, including underutilization of COVID-19…
Instagram users were left disturbed after an unexpected influx of graphic and explicit content flooded their Reels feed on February 26. Reports from around the world described the sudden appearance of violent, sexual, and distressing videos, sparking concerns over Meta’s content moderation policies. While Meta has since apologized and claimed to have fixed the issue,…
The Odia film industry has been plunged into mourning with the passing of veteran actor Uttam Mohanty. A beloved and iconic figure in Odia cinema, Mohanty breathed his last at Medanta Hospital in New Delhi late Thursday night at the age of 66. His death marks the end of an era, leaving an indelible void…
A Strategic Shift in EU-India Relations As global uncertainties reshape international partnerships, the European Union (EU) is looking toward India as a key ally across trade, technology, and geopolitics. With rising economic competition from China and potential tariff threats from the U.S., Europe finds itself at a turning point—one where a stronger tie with India…
A Tragic Student Death Sparks Scrutiny The death of Prakriti Lamsal, a third-year B. Tech student at KIIT University, has ignited widespread outrage, leading to serious allegations against the institution’s founder, former BJD MP Achyuta Samanta. The student’s alleged suicide inside the university hostel on February 16 triggered protests over the administration’s handling of the…
India’s Economic Ascent: A Global Standout In recent years, India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing major economies, drawing global attention for its resilience and economic expansion. With a strong manufacturing base, a thriving services sector, and progressive policy initiatives, India is positioning itself as a leading investment destination. As the world grapples with…
What is Delimitation and Why Does it Matter? Delimitation is the process of redrawing the boundaries of parliamentary and state assembly constituencies to reflect changes in population. It ensures fair political representation based on demographic shifts and also determines the number of seats reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). However, as India…
The Need for a Universal Pension Scheme A secure retirement remains a crucial goal for individuals across all sections of society. However, India’s pension system has historically been limited to government employees and a select section of private sector workers. Millions of workers in the unorganised sector lack access to structured pension plans, leaving them…
