A Rising Star with a Fighter’s Spirit Indian featherweight boxer Jaismine Lamboria is punching her way into history. Fresh off her maiden world title win in Liverpool, the 24-year-old from Haryana has set her sights firmly on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, determined to turn past setbacks into future triumphs. Lamboria, who competes in the 57 kg featherweight division,…
A Comedian Caught in Crossfire The sound of gunfire has once again shattered the calm around Kapil Sharma’s Cafe in Surrey, British Columbia, marking the third attack in just four months. The comedian’s venture, Kap’s Cafe, co-owned with his wife Ginni Chatrath, has become an unlikely target of organized crime overseas. The latest incident saw three bullets…
A Stunning Scandal Unfolds In a dramatic turn that has rocked Punjab’s police establishment, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Harcharan Singh Bhullar, a 2009-batch Indian Police Service officer, for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes. What began as an ₹8 lakh extortion case quickly spiraled into revelations of extraordinary unexplained wealth…
The UNHRC and Its Global Mandate The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), headquartered in Geneva, stands as the world’s foremost intergovernmental platform dedicated to promoting and protecting fundamental rights and freedoms. Comprising 47 member states, elected on a rotational basis by the UN General Assembly, the Council examines human rights situations across nations, facilitates dialogue,…
Festive Bonus for State Workforce In a move timed perfectly with the festive season, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced a three percent hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees. The revision, which raises the DA from 55% to 58%, aims to cushion employees against inflation and spread festive goodwill ahead…
Google’s $15 Billion AI Gamble on Visakhapatnam In a landmark move for India’s digital future, Google’s parent company, Alphabet, has announced a $15 billion investment to establish a cutting-edge AI data hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The mega project — which includes a gigawatt-scale data center, an international subsea cable, and a massive energy and fibre infrastructure…
Compliments and Controversy in the Oval Office In a mix of praise and political posturing, U.S. President Donald Trump once again brought India into the global spotlight, this time with remarks about his “friend,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking to reporters at the Oval Office, Trump lauded Modi’s leadership and longevity while claiming that India…
India’s Air Power Leaps into the Future As the Indian Air Force (IAF) accelerates its technological transformation, indigenous innovation is fast becoming its cornerstone. From stealth platforms to advanced avionics, the IAF’s modernization blueprint is being steadily supported by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), which continues to bridge crucial capability gaps. In yet…
Tariffs, Tensions, and India’s Energy Equation A fresh wave of geopolitical tension has emerged after U.S. President Donald Trump reignited the debate over India’s Russian oil imports. Months after imposing a 25% tariff on Indian goods in response to New Delhi’s continued crude purchases from Moscow, Trump has now asserted that India will soon stop buying Russian oil. His…
Odisha’s Renewable Growth Journey Odisha has steadily positioned itself as a hub for industrial and infrastructure development, balancing economic growth with sustainable initiatives. The state has leveraged policy incentives, strategic land allocation, and a skilled workforce to attract both domestic and international investors. Over the past few years, Odisha has emerged as a preferred destination for renewable…
