A Region Overwhelmed by Relentless Rain Central Vietnam is reeling under the impact of three days of unyielding torrential rains that have triggered catastrophic flooding and deadly landslides. At least 41 people have lost their lives, and thousands have been uprooted as the region faces its worst natural disaster in recent years. Known for its thriving coffee plantations…
A Battle Over Trust and Public Health India’s food regulatory landscape is witnessing a decisive intervention as the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) moves to eliminate misleading “ORS” labels from consumer beverages. The directive, issued on November 19, 2025, orders the immediate nationwide withdrawal of fruit-based drinks, electrolyte beverages, and ready-to-serve products falsely…
A group of 272 prominent citizens—including former judges, diplomats, bureaucrats, and retired armed forces officers—has issued a strongly worded open letter condemning Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for repeatedly alleging large-scale “vote theft” in India. The letter accuses Gandhi and the Congress party of making provocative, unsubstantiated accusations that undermine public trust in constitutional bodies, especially the…
Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui—founder, chairman, and chancellor of Al Falah University—has been remanded to 13-day Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody in connection with an expanding money-laundering investigation linked to the November 10 Delhi Red Fort blast. Siddiqui was arrested on November 18, 2025, after extensive ED raids across Delhi and Faridabad targeting the Al Falah Group. Investigators are…
The proposed US sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Saudi Arabia—spotlighted during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s ceremonial White House visit—has triggered global controversy. The package signals a dramatic policy shift, with Donald Trump championing future F-35 deliveries alongside Riyadh’s pledge of nearly $1 trillion in US investments. The announcement has ignited debates around Israel’s security…
Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys, reignited controversy in India by endorsing a 72-hour workweek for young professionals, citing China’s well-known “9-9-6” schedule—working 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., six days a week—as a model. His remarks reopened long-standing debates on productivity, worker rights, and the socioeconomic implications of extended work hours. The Return of a Global Work…
Heavy Investments Amid Rising Barriers Indian students spent an estimated $14 billion on higher education in the United States during the 2024–25 academic year, nearly matching China’s $14.6 billion. This investment comes despite persistent visa delays, administrative checks, and high rejection risks. The trend highlights the unwavering appeal of US universities and the determination of Indian…
Farmers Shift Toward Wheat Ahead of Rabi Season India’s wheat farmers are expected to expand acreage by nearly 5% in the upcoming Rabi season—reaching an all-time high—driven by strong market returns and unexpected October rains that boosted soil moisture. This shift marks a decisive move away from rainfed crops and toward a more profitable, moisture-supported…
A Beloved Singer Passes Away Humane Sagar, one of Odisha’s most cherished playback singers, passed away on the night of November 17, 2025, at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. At just 35, his untimely death has left the Odia music community and fans across the state in deep shock. Known for his emotive voice and versatility, Sagar’s contributions…
Reliance Buys 1 million Barrels Amid Kuwait’s Supply Shock India’s Reliance Industries has purchased 1 million barrels of heavy crude oil from Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) after Kuwait unexpectedly released crude for tender. The offer came in response to an operational crisis at Kuwait’s Al-Zour refinery, where an October fire triggered widespread shutdowns and left…
