Tensions Across the Strait As China steps up military drills and political pressure around Taiwan, fears of a flashpoint in the Indo-Pacific continue to rise. The island democracy, which Beijing claims as its own territory, has repeatedly rejected any notion of “reunification” under Chinese rule. In response to these mounting threats, Taiwan is reshaping its defense posture —…
After Tariffs, a Test of Trust In the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump’s steep 50% tariffs on Indian exports — a blow that rattled industries from textiles to gems — relations between Washington and New Delhi faced a crucial inflection point. The move, justified by the White House as a push for “fair trade,” strained an otherwise growing…
A New Dawn for India’s Space Ambitions India is preparing for a defining moment in its space exploration journey as the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) prepares to launch the first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission this December. Taking centre stage in this ambitious test flight will be ‘Vyommitra’, a humanoid robot designed to simulate human presence in space…
Political Transition in the Heart of Western Odisha Nuapada, one of western Odisha’s politically vibrant constituencies, is gearing up for a crucial by-election following the demise of sitting MLA Rajendra Dholakia in September. As the bypoll approaches, all eyes are now on his son, Jay Dholakia, who on Friday formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)…
Tragic Incident on Medical College Campus A chilling episode unfolded on Friday evening when a second-year MBBS student from Odisha, studying at a private medical college in Durgapur, West Bengal, was allegedly raped within the college premises. The survivor, hailing from Jaleswar in Odisha, reportedly stepped out of the campus around 8:30 pm with a…
Odisha is charting an ambitious path toward all-round growth—one that goes beyond roads and industries to secure the very foundation of its prosperity: water. In a landmark move, the Odisha Cabinet on Thursday cleared a ₹21,147-crore package aimed at transforming the state’s water conservation, irrigation, and flood management systems. Chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi,…
A Blueprint for the Future of Work As Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes global industries, NITI Aayog has stepped forward to ensure India not only adapts—but leads. On Friday, the policy think tank released a landmark report titled “Roadmap for Job Creation in the AI Economy,” outlining how India can harness AI to generate millions of jobs…
A New Chapter in India’s Cricketing Saga From a bright-eyed teenager from Punjab to one of India’s most dependable batting stars, Shubman Gill’s cricketing journey has been nothing short of remarkable. His elegant stroke play and composure at the crease have often drawn comparisons to legends like Virat Kohli and Rahul Dravid. On Saturday, at Delhi’s…
The United States government has entered a new phase of turmoil as the White House begins laying off thousands of federal employees, citing the ongoing government shutdown and stalled funding talks in Congress. What began as a political standoff has now cascaded into a full-blown workforce crisis, leaving departments understaffed, paychecks halted, and livelihoods at stake….
Trade Tensions Rekindled The uneasy truce between Washington and Beijing has fractured once more. In a dramatic escalation of trade hostilities, China announced sweeping new restrictions on the export of rare-earth materials, a vital component for industries ranging from defence and electronics to electric vehicles. In a swift countermeasure, US President Donald Trump slapped an additional 100 per…
