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…
A Timely Move for India’s IT Industry At a time when global tech consulting faces uncertainty from U.S. visa policy changes and tightening outsourcing rules, India’s IT sector is reorienting its growth strategy closer to home. Accenture, one of the world’s largest consulting and technology services companies, is preparing to establish a new campus in Andhra…
India’s Lone Active Volcano Stirs Again India’s only active volcano, situated on the isolated Barren Island in the Andaman Sea, erupted on September 20 following a moderate earthquake that struck the region just two days earlier. Though the event caused no reported destruction or casualties, it serves as a reminder of the volatile geological environment…
A Storm of Unprecedented Scale Typhoon Ragasa, the most powerful tropical cyclone to strike this year, is tearing across East Asia, leaving a trail of destruction from Taiwan to Hong Kong and now bearing down on southern China. What began as a Category 5 super typhoon over the Western Pacific has weakened to Category 3 but…
Meloni Backs India as Key Player in Global Peace Efforts India at a Diplomatic Crossroads At the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni issued a pointed observation: India can—and should—play a decisive role in resolving wars. Her remarks, delivered on the sidelines of a forum dominated by the crises in Ukraine…
Faith Betrayed by Scandal Delhi’s spiritual circles have been jolted by a disturbing controversy after Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati, head of a well-known ashram in Vasant Kunj, went absconding following allegations of molestation. More than 15 women have stepped forward, accusing him of harassment, blackmail, and intimidation, shaking confidence in an institution long associated with moral and…
Should Private Campuses Become Public Roads? Bengaluru’s Traffic Mess Demands Real Solutions City Choking on Its Roads Bengaluru, India’s technology capital, is grappling with a crisis that overshadows its global reputation—the abysmal condition of its roads. The city’s Outer Ring Road (ORR), a vital artery for IT hubs and corporate offices, has become synonymous with…
A Familiar Voice in a Familiar Arena In his much-anticipated return to the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a blistering 56-minute address that echoed the combative style of his first term. With world leaders gathered in New York, Trump unleashed criticism against the UN itself, Western allies, and adversaries alike. His rhetoric targeted…
A New Chapter in India–UK Relations India and the United Kingdom are set to take another step in strengthening their historic relationship as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer prepares for his first official visit to India this October. Since assuming office in July last year, Starmer has prioritized closer ties with New Delhi. His upcoming trip, coinciding…
