Legal Heavyweight Hired as SEC Action Against Adani Advances Indian business magnate Gautam Adani has retained prominent Wall Street attorney Robert Giuffra Jr., signaling that the legal confrontation with U.S. regulators is entering a more decisive phase. Court filings in the United States indicate that Giuffra, known for representing major corporations and high-profile political figures, will…
World Bank Group President Ajay Banga met Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on January 29, 2026, at Bhubaneswar’s Lok Seva Bhawan to discuss leveraging international finance and expertise to accelerate Odisha’s ambitious development roadmap. The discussions focused on aligning global investment, technical assistance, and policy advisory with the state’s Vision 2036 and 2047 goals, emphasizing…
Global Study Flags Rising Heat Threat with Severe Implications for India A new study led by researchers at the University of Oxford has warned that the number of people exposed to dangerous levels of heat could nearly double by mid-century if current fossil fuel consumption trends continue. The research indicates that India, along with several other…
Palestinian Leadership Urges India to Play Mediator in Conflict Resolution Calling for an end to prolonged violence in West Asia, Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin has urged India to take on a mediating role in efforts to resolve the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, emphasizing that Palestinians seek sovereign statehood rather than continued warfare. During her visit to New…
A Nation Connected: India’s Massive Internet and social media Marketplace India today stands among the world’s largest digital consumer markets, with hundreds of millions of citizens connected through smartphones and social media platforms. Affordable data plans, expanding mobile networks, and localized digital services have turned the country into a prime destination for global technology companies…
Tensions between the United States and Canada have sharply escalated after President Donald Trump announced that Washington could revoke certification for Bombardier’s Global Express business jets and impose a 50 percent tariff on aircraft manufactured in Canada. The move is framed as retaliation for what the U.S. administration describes as Canada’s prolonged delay in certifying several Gulfstream…
Russia Invites Zelenskyy to Moscow, Guarantees Safety In a striking diplomatic move, Russia has formally invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Moscow for direct peace negotiations, publicly pledging his personal safety and promising conditions suitable for serious dialogue. Kremlin officials framed the proposal as part of renewed efforts to move discussions toward tangible outcomes following recent…
Odisha’s Cultural Torchbearers Recognised at the National Stage Odisha entered the national spotlight this year as four of its distinguished sons received the Padma Shri in 2026, one of India’s highest civilian honours. The awards celebrate decades of quiet but transformative work in literature, education, handloom craft, and folk performance. Their recognition underscores the growing national appreciation…
A Tragedy That Shocked the State Maharashtra awoke to disbelief on January 28, 2026, when news broke that Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar had died in a devastating aircraft accident at Baramati airport. The chartered Learjet 45 carrying Pawar from Mumbai for a day of local campaign engagements failed to stabilize during its second landing attempt…
A Diplomatic Surprise with Strategic Ripples The United Arab Emirates’ decision to step away from managing Pakistan’s Islamabad International Airport has drawn attention not only for its economic implications, but for its timing. The move followed closely on the heels of a brief, unannounced visit to India by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan…
