A New Face in Turbulent Times In a closely contested and dramatic leadership race, Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has selected veteran politician Shigeru Ishiba as the nation’s next prime minister. Ishiba, a former defense minister and seasoned lawmaker, emerged victorious in a run-off election, edging out the hardline nationalist Sanae Takaichi. His win…
A Shocking Revelation In a deeply disturbing case, the murder of a Class II student in Hathras has been linked to a black magic ritual, allegedly performed to bring prosperity and success to a local school. The innocent child, whose father is a software engineer in Delhi, was tragically sacrificed by the school’s director and…
Australia will start providing up to 1,000 work and holiday visas each year to Indian citizens beginning October 1, 2024. This move is part of the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), which aims to strengthen ties between the two nations. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced the development during his recent visit…
China’s ambitions to build a world-class navy suffered a significant blow with the sinking of one of its newest nuclear-powered attack submarines earlier this year. This incident, confirmed by a senior US defense official, marks a potential embarrassment for Beijing, which has aggressively sought to expand its military capabilities in recent years. The Incident: What…
The Parliament’s department-related standing committees were constituted on Thursday, with several key appointments from across party lines. These committees, which play a critical role in overseeing the functioning of various ministries, act as “mini-Parliaments” and ensure accountability in governance. Major Appointments BJP National Vice-President and Kendrapara MP Baijayant Panda has been named a member of…
India has long sought permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), advocating that its position as an emerging global power justifies a seat at the highest decision-making table. Recent endorsements from prominent global leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US President Joe Biden, and French President Emmanuel Macron, have reignited the debate,…
Qantas Airways, known as the “Spirit of Australia,” has found itself embroiled in a massive scandal that has tarnished its reputation. Recent revelations from court documents have shown that the airline misled nearly a million passengers by selling tickets for thousands of flights that had already been cancelled. The controversy, which has resulted in heavy…
India’s top drug regulator, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), has flagged over 50 widely used medications, including common drugs like Paracetamol and the antacid Pan D, for failing to meet safety and quality standards. These findings, released in a recent alert, have raised significant concerns among both consumers and healthcare professionals. Common Household…
A 30-year-old man suspected of killing and dismembering a Bengaluru woman, Mahalakshmi, has allegedly died by suicide in Bhadrak district, Odisha. Mukti Ranjan Ray, the prime suspect in the gruesome murder, reportedly hanged himself, leaving behind a suicide note in which he confessed to the brutal crime. His death marks a tragic end to a…
