Shocking Incident in Mayurbhanj In a disturbing case from Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, an assistant teacher has been suspended after allegedly assaulting 31 students with a bamboo stick. The reason: they did not touch her feet after the morning assembly prayers. The students, from Classes 6 to 8, sustained injuries and were treated at Betnoti…
Torrential Rains and Sudden Devastation A sudden cloudburst in Uttarakhand’s capital, Dehradun, late Monday night unleashed torrential rainfall that caused rivers to overflow, flooding roads, shops, and religious sites. The Tamsa River swelled dramatically, sweeping away small structures and damaging road networks. Two people have been reported missing, and visuals from the city show homes,…
The trade partnership between the United States and India has often swung between promise and friction. Hopes for a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) dimmed when President Donald Trump raised tariffs on Indian exports, then further penalized New Delhi for buying Russian oil after the Ukraine war began. India defended its stance as an issue of…
A Family’s Worst Nightmare The United States has been shaken by the horrific killing of 50-year-old Indian national Chandra Nagamallaiah, who was brutally beheaded in front of his wife and young son at a Dallas motel on September 10. The accused, 37-year-old Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, is a Cuban national residing illegally in the country. The incident, caught on surveillance cameras,…
Why Vigilance Matters In today’s hyper-connected financial ecosystem, cybersecurity has become as critical as capital reserves. For banks, a single breach can cripple operations, shake investor confidence, and compromise millions of customers. With cyberattacks growing more frequent and sophisticated, the stakes are higher than ever. Recognizing this, the State Bank of India (SBI)—the country’s largest…
A High-Stakes Encounter The Asia Cup 2025 group-stage clash between India and Pakistan in Dubai on September 14 was destined to be more than just another cricket match. With calls for boycott echoing in the build-up, the contest unfolded against a backdrop of political tension and public sentiment wary of rekindling sporting ties. What transpired was a…
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 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…
