A Voice from the Heart of India In the 124th episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi once again turned the nation’s attention to the quiet but powerful voices of grassroots India. This time, the spotlight was on the tribal women of Odisha, whose ancient devotional traditions have been given a modern, meaningful…
A Strategic Milestone in Indian Defence In a significant leap forward for India’s military capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully test-fired a precision-guided missile launched from an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in Andhra Pradesh. Conducted at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) in Kurnool, the flight trials of the UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile…
A High-Stakes Visit Amid Tensions Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched down in the Maldives on Friday, marking a pivotal moment in India’s regional diplomacy. Greeted with chants of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” and “Vande Mataram”, his visit comes at a politically sensitive time — just months after Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu’s rise to power on…
When Distance Becomes a Detail The idea that a surgeon can operate on a patient thousands of kilometres away once sounded like science fiction. Today, high‑precision robotic systems, ultra‑low‑latency networks, and real‑time imaging have made telesurgery a practical reality. India’s SSI Mantra platform is the newest proof: in July, two complex operations were performed on patients…
A Landmark Trade Pact and Prime Minister Modi’s Vision In a momentous development for India’s international trade agenda, Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a historic visit to the United Kingdom with the signing of the much-anticipated India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Hailing it as a “landmark occasion”, PM Modi highlighted the pact as a catalyst for deeper commercial…
The SIR Controversy That Rocked the Monsoon Session India’s democratic institutions are once again under intense scrutiny as tensions boil over in Parliament over the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. The revision—aimed at updating the voter list ahead of the upcoming state elections—has been sharply criticised by opposition parties, who…
A Historic Bond Finds New Strength India and the United Kingdom share centuries of entwined history — a relationship marked by colonial legacy, post-independence diplomacy, and modern economic collaboration. In recent years, both nations have sought to recast their bilateral engagement as one based on equality, innovation, and strategic convergence. Central to this evolution has been the…
Towards a Seamless Transport-Driven Odisha Odisha is stepping into a transformative phase, positioning itself as a model state for integrated and modern transport connectivity. With a massive ₹10,000 crore investment, the state government is undertaking an ambitious infrastructure revamp aimed at easing urban congestion, accelerating industrial movement, and enhancing access to tourism destinations. The ultimate…
SIR: A Routine Revision or a Political Flashpoint? The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list, a standard exercise by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to clean and update electoral rolls, has triggered political ripples in Bihar. Designed to ensure that only eligible voters are listed, SIR often becomes a contentious issue—particularly in…
A Diplomatic Balancing Act: Why These Visits Matter India’s growing influence on the global stage is being strategically consolidated with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-nation visit to the United Kingdom and Maldives from July 23 to 26. The tour reflects New Delhi’s commitment to nurturing vital bilateral relationships—one with a major global power undergoing geopolitical…
