A Pattern of Espionage Across India In recent years, Indian security forces have repeatedly apprehended individuals accused of passing critical defence information to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). From serving soldiers to social media influencers, these cases reveal a persistent threat of espionage targeting sensitive military sites. The latest arrest from Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer adds another chapter…
US Designates BLA and Majeed Brigade as FTOs In a move with significant geopolitical ramifications, the United States has officially placed the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its affiliate, The Majeed Brigade, on the Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) list. While Washington frames the decision as part of its global counterterrorism policy, Baloch human rights activist…
Laying the Foundation for a Silicon Future India’s quest to establish itself as a global semiconductor hub received a decisive push as the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved four new projects under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). With a combined investment of approximately ₹4,600 crore, these ventures are expected to create 2,034 direct jobs for skilled professionals and…
A Strategic Leap for Ocean-Based Innovation Against the backdrop of intensifying global interest in ocean-based solutions, Odisha has launched a pioneering initiative to transform its coastal and marine resources into drivers of economic, environmental, and social growth. On Tuesday, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi formally unveiled the Odisha Marine Biotechnology Research & Innovation Corridor (OMBRIC) —…
Tariff Turbulence from Washington In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, US President Donald Trump has announced a two-phase 50% tariff on imports from India, a sweeping policy change that is set to ripple through multiple sectors of Odisha’s economy. The decision, aimed at protecting American industries, is expected to hit not only shrimp and marine products…
A New Chapter in Delhi’s Stray Dog Debate The Supreme Court’s recent directive to remove all stray dogs from the streets of Delhi and the adjoining NCR cities has ignited a nationwide debate, laying bare deep divisions between resident groups, animal activists, and policymakers. On Monday, the apex court instructed the Delhi government, along with…
A Nation on the Move India’s cities are undergoing a rapid transformation, and at the heart of this change lies a silent revolution on steel tracks — the metro rail. Designed to tackle congestion, curb pollution, and connect millions of daily commuters, the metro network is expanding at an unprecedented pace. From a modest 248 km…
Battling Drought with Innovation Facing chronic water scarcity and unpredictable monsoon patterns, India is exploring an unconventional strategy — artificial rain through cloud seeding. On Tuesday, the Rajasthan government, in partnership with a private tech firm, began the country’s first such trial using drones, aiming to trigger rainfall over Jaipur’s Ramgarh Dam. The initiative seeks to…
From Demands for Resignation to Words of Praise In a surprising reversal, U.S. President Donald Trump has shifted from openly demanding the resignation of Intel’s CEO Lip-Bu Tan to publicly commending him. Only a few days earlier, Trump had accused Tan of having “serious conflicts of interest” due to his financial ties with Chinese technology companies — some allegedly…
A Visit Overshadowed by Alarming Rhetoric Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, recently concluded a high-profile visit to the United States — his second in as many years. While ostensibly aimed at strengthening diplomatic and defense ties, the trip has been eclipsed by a startling proclamation in Florida, where Munir warned that Pakistan…
