Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third consecutive term inauguration ceremony is set to be a global affair, with world leaders converging in Delhi. · After the BJP led National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) landslide victory, securing 293 seats in the Lok Sabha, preparations are underway for PM Modi’s swearing-in on Saturday. · Crucial to this decision were the written…
Top aviation consultancy CAPA India has forecasted a significant industry-wide loss for Indian airlines in fiscal 2025. · Despite witnessing a surge in demand and an escalation in ticket prices, airlines are poised to grapple with escalating costs, leading to anticipated losses ranging between $400 million to $600 million. · With overall airline costs expected to escalate…
A prominent human rights organization has thrust Israel into the spotlight, alleging the use of white phosphorus incendiary shells on residential buildings across multiple towns and villages. · Despite the absence of direct evidence linking white phosphorus to burn injuries in Lebanon, the report underscores reports of possible respiratory ailments among affected individuals. · The usage of…
The release of the latest QS World University Rankings edition brings promising news for India’s higher education sector, with significant strides made by several Indian universities. · 61 percent of Indian universities have improved their rankings · IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi are both in top 150 list in the QS World University Rankings 2025 · IIT Kharagpur…
In the wake of the historic electoral triumph, world leaders from across the globe have showered PM Modi with heartfelt congratulations, commemorating his unprecedented third term victory. · From the scenic Maldives to the industrious corridors of China, nations far and wide have extended their warm wishes. · China conveyed its felicitations to PM Modi and the…
Stock markets rebound, surge over 2% · Market rebounds after worst crash in four years · FMCG, auto stocks lead gains; banks, IT contribute · Gautam Adani, Mukesh Ambani net worths drop after market crash · Gautam Adani’s net worth drops by $24.9 billion to $97.5 billion · Mukesh Ambani’s net worth falls by $9 billion to $106 billion In…
Naveen Patnaik, the incumbent Chief Minister and leader of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), tendered his resignation to Governor Raghubar Das on Wednesday. · The election results unveiled a startling reality, that the BJD managed to secure 51 seats, it fell significantly short of the required majority of 74. · Had the BJD emerged victorious, he would…
In the post-2024 Lok Sabha polls aftermath, where the BJP-led NDA fell tantalizingly short of an absolute majority, the political arena is charged with anticipation and uncertainty. · The BJP-led NDA clinched 294 seats in the 543-member Parliament, a notable victory yet still 22 seats shy of the requisite 272 for an outright majority. · NDA allies…
The political landscape of Odisha witnessed a seismic shift in the 2024 Assembly elections as the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) confronted its first electoral setback since its inception in 1997. For over two decades, the party, under the leadership of Naveen Patnaik, maintained an aura of invincibility, riding on the popularity garnered from Biju Patnaik’s…
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has scripted history in Odisha, poised to form the government single-handedly for the first time. · The saffron surge saw the BJP capturing a remarkable 78 Assembly seats alongside a near-sweep in the Lok Sabha elections with 20 out of 21 seats secured. · A defining moment unfolded in Kantabanji as BJP’s…
