AI Meets India’s Learning Revolution OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced a bold new education initiative tailored specifically for India—its largest market of student users worldwide. With millions of learners already turning to AI for homework, exam preparation, and idea exploration, OpenAI has launched the Learning Accelerator, an India-first program aimed at transforming how…
A Clash of Trade Agendas The global trade stage has once again been unsettled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff salvo, this time targeting nations that impose digital services taxes on American technology giants. While Trump insists such levies unfairly disadvantage U.S. companies, India has responded by reinforcing its commitment to protect its farmers, small…
A New Front in Sino-Indian Tensions Water, once viewed as a shared natural resource, is rapidly becoming a strategic weapon. The announcement of China’s plan to build the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet has reignited concerns in India about a looming “water war.” For India, this is no minor…
A Land of Timeless Culture Odisha, often described as the land of temples and traditions, is a treasure trove of cultural and historical wealth. With monuments that date back centuries, intricate architecture, and a living legacy of art and spirituality, the state has long been regarded as a custodian of India’s civilisational glory. Recognising this heritage…
A Bill That Reshaped the Playing Field The Indian Parliament’s recent passage of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 has altered the contours of the sporting and sponsorship ecosystem. Designed to prohibit real-money gaming and its promotion, the law has already claimed its first high-profile casualty: Dream11’s withdrawal as Team India’s principal sponsor. This development has…
India’s Pursuit of Impenetrable Security India’s security challenges have consistently evolved with changing geopolitics and technological advancements. Protecting its skies, critical infrastructure, and cyber domain has never been more crucial. Over the years, India has fortified its defences through the Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS), advanced missile interceptors, and global collaborations. Yet, the rising…
War and Humanitarian Collapse Nearly two years into the devastating war in Gaza, the conflict has left behind not only rubble and displacement but also the specter of widespread hunger. What began as a military confrontation has spiraled into one of the worst humanitarian disasters in modern West Asia. On Friday, a UN-backed food security…
When Kitchenware Turns Hazardous The utensils we cook in are often taken for granted, yet they can directly influence how safe our meals truly are. While traditional Indian cookware such as clay pots, brass vessels, and copper utensils carried well-documented health benefits, today’s mass-produced alternatives don’t always meet those standards. Recently, the US Food and…
Two Boards, One System in Transition For decades, Odisha’s school education system has been overseen by two distinct bodies: the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), which manages curriculum and examinations for Classes I to X, and the Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), which supervises Classes XI and XII. In a landmark step, the state…
Odisha has emerged as the frontrunner in implementing the Watershed Development Component of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana 2.0 (WDC-PMKSY 2.0). The state has utilised 83% of its allocated funds, earning high praise from Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan during a nationwide review meeting. Efficient Use of Central Funds The programme, launched in FY 2021-22…
