Policies that Stirred a Nation President Trump’s policy blueprint and executive choices have ignited a firestorm of dissent across the United States. Measures tied to immigration crackdowns, restructuring of federal agencies through initiatives like Project 2025, and planned rollbacks in social protections have provoked waves of anger. What began as localized demonstrations has evolved into a national…
The Spark of Controversy The Waqf (Amendment) Act, passed earlier this year and approved by the President in April, quickly became one of the most contested legal developments in recent memory. While the government claimed the law was crafted to curb encroachments and resolve long-standing disputes over Waqf land, Muslim groups raised alarms, branding the changes…
Nepal has once again found itself at the center of political turbulence. The week witnessed some of the bloodiest street protests in recent years, spearheaded by the so-called “Gen Z movement.” Sparked by the government’s controversial ban on social media platforms, young demonstrators poured into the streets demanding accountability, an end to entrenched corruption, and sweeping reforms. Their…
Strengthening Grassroots Governance In a significant step toward reinforcing grassroots democracy and accelerating welfare programs, the Odisha Cabinet has approved a proposal to expand the financial powers of Panchayati Raj officers. The move, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, aims to speed up project approvals, cut bureaucratic delays, and ensure that developmental initiatives at…
A Nation Shaken by Violence The killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a debate event at Utah Valley University has reverberated across the United States, sparking bipartisan condemnation and leaving a void in America’s political landscape. Kirk was shot during a Q&A session, later succumbing to his injuries despite emergency surgery. Authorities have described…
A Long-Awaited Trip Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Manipur on September 13, marking his first appearance in the state since the outbreak of ethnic violence in May 2023. The clashes between the Kuki and Meitei communities left more than 260 people dead and displaced thousands, plunging the state into one of its deepest…
Political Unrest and Fragile Stability Nepal today stands at a precarious political juncture. The resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, followed by the fallout of the Jan-G movement, has left the Himalayan nation grappling with uncertainty. Protests continue to rock the streets, violence has been reported from several regions, and the country faces what…
Legacy of Excellence, Vision for Expansion Since its founding in 1961, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has stood as a beacon of academic rigor, innovation, and leadership training. Recognized as India’s premier business school, IIMA has produced generations of leaders across industries and continents. Now, in a landmark step toward globalization, IIMA has inaugurated its…
A Mission Rooted in Civilization India’s intellectual tradition spans millennia, preserved in manuscripts that contain timeless insights into philosophy, science, mathematics, medicine, and the arts. Yet, many of these treasures lie scattered, neglected, or hidden away in libraries across the world. Recognizing the urgency of safeguarding this heritage, the Ministry of Culture has launched ‘Gyan…
A Turbulent Backdrop Israel’s latest actions have escalated tensions in an already volatile region. Just days after a failed attempt to target Hamas leaders in Qatar—a move widely condemned abroad—Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reignited one of the most contentious settlement projects in the West Bank. At a signing ceremony in Maale Adumim, he declared unequivocally: “There…
