A Battle of Steel and Survival For years, the saga of Bhushan Power and Steel Ltd (BPSL) has been emblematic of India’s struggle to clean up its corporate debt mess. Once a prominent name in the steel sector, BPSL collapsed under loans exceeding ₹47,000 crore, making it one of the Reserve Bank of India’s “dirty dozen” defaulters flagged…
From Hostility to Hospitality In a dramatic reversal of tone, U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir at the White House this week, praising both as “great leaders.” The 80-minute oval Office meeting, held behind closed doors, marked Sharif’s first formal encounter with a U.S. president—and the first time…
From Ban Threats to Breakthrough For years, TikTok’s future in the United States has been clouded by political battles, national security worries, and threats of an outright ban. Lawmakers in Washington raised alarms about the app’s Chinese ownership through ByteDance, warning it could be exploited for surveillance or influence campaigns. Former President Joe Biden even…
Odisha’s Resilience Against Nature’s Wrath Odisha is no stranger to nature’s fury. Year after year, the state faces recurring challenges in the form of cyclones, torrential rains, floods, and low-pressure systems emerging from the Bay of Bengal. Over time, however, Odisha has honed its disaster management mechanisms, building one of the country’s most robust early warning…
Tariffs, Oil, and a War in Europe Trade tensions, geopolitical alliances, and the ongoing Ukraine conflict have once again converged in global headlines. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, speaking on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, has suggested that Prime Minister Narendra Modi directly pressed Russian President Vladimir Putin on his approach to…
The Tariff War Rolls On Donald Trump has once again turned up the heat in his long-running trade battle. The U.S. president has announced a fresh round of tariffs, this time targeting one of the most sensitive sectors—pharmaceuticals. Starting October 1, branded and patented drugs imported into the United States will face a staggering 100% tariff, unless the…
The Legacy of Odia Literature Odia literature has flourished for centuries through the tireless efforts of poets, novelists, scholars, and researchers who preserved its beauty and enriched its depth. From epics that echo ancient traditions to modern writings reflecting contemporary lives, many writers have contributed to this evolving tapestry. Among them, Nagendra Nath Mohanty—affectionately known as…
A Nation in Flux After Hasina’s Exit Bangladesh has entered a volatile phase following the abrupt ouster of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024. The interim administration, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, is tightening its grip on the political space as the country inches toward elections next year. In the backdrop of mounting unrest, authorities are cracking…
A New Era in Indian Air Power As India bids farewell to the legendary MiG-21s, which served as the backbone of the Indian Air Force (IAF) for over six decades, a new chapter begins with the induction of the indigenously built Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A. The Ministry of Defence has signed a landmark agreement with Hindustan…
A Region on Edge Ladakh, often celebrated for its serenity and stark beauty, is today grappling with turbulence both political and social. For months, the Union Territory has witnessed protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule protections, as locals fear marginalisation of their land, culture, and resources. Against this backdrop of mounting anger, a fresh controversy has…
