The UPSC Dream and the Journey of a Thousand Miles Every year, lakhs of aspirants across India dedicate themselves to one of the country’s most challenging and prestigious examinations—the Civil Services Examination (CSE), conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Known as the gateway to India’s top administrative, diplomatic, and law enforcement services, cracking…
Historic Allies in a New Economic Landscape India and the United States, long-standing democratic partners, have witnessed a dynamic evolution in their bilateral ties—from defense collaboration and strategic dialogues to growing technological and economic convergence. Yet, under the changing contours of global trade and policy shifts, particularly under President Donald Trump’s “America First” doctrine and tariff-centric trade realignments, India has…
A Market in Recovery Mode After weathering a storm of volatility, sharp corrections, and global economic jitters, the Indian stock market is staging a strong recovery. In what many are calling a “comeback rally,” benchmark indices surged on Monday, April 21, extending gains for a fifth consecutive session. The rally was led by banking and…
A River Crossed, A Region Transformed In December 2021, Odisha witnessed a landmark moment in its infrastructure journey with the inauguration of the T-Setu Bridge over the mighty Mahanadi River. Spanning 3.4 kilometers in Cuttack district, this engineering marvel is not just the state’s longest bridge but also a symbol of connectivity, resilience, and socio-economic…
A Visit of Symbolic and Strategic Importance India is rolling out the red carpet for a high-level diplomatic guest — United States Vice President JD Vance — who begins a four-day official visit to the country on April 21. Accompanied by his wife, Usha Vance, and their three children, this trip marks the first by…
A Region Long Affected by Insurgency Chhattisgarh’s Sukma district, nestled deep in the Bastar region, has long been a hotbed for Naxalite insurgency—a decades-old conflict born out of tribal displacement, land disputes, and socio-economic neglect. For years, the region has witnessed violent confrontations between Maoist cadres and Indian security forces. However, in recent years, sustained…
The Trade War That’s Reshaping Global Commerce The US-China trade war, reignited under US President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policies, has once again disrupted global trade flows. In a bold escalation, the US recently raised tariffs on Chinese imports to an unprecedented 245%, following Beijing’s continued confrontational stance. This protectionist wave, aimed at protecting American manufacturing, is expected…
A Vice Presidential Intervention That Can’t Be Ignored In a rare and striking public address, Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar on April 17 launched an unfiltered critique of the Indian judiciary, questioning its overreach, internal mechanisms, and lack of transparency. Speaking to Rajya Sabha interns, Dhankhar touched upon several constitutional and legal concerns, ranging…
A New Milestone in the Search for Life Beyond Earth In a major leap forward in the search for extra-terrestrial life, Indian-origin astrophysicist Dr. Nikku Madhusudhan and his team at the University of Cambridge have made a discovery that could redefine humanity’s place in the universe. Using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), the researchers…
A Fragile Relationship Finds New Openings India and China—two of the world’s most populous nations and fastest-growing economies—have shared a complex and often tense diplomatic history, particularly in recent years. The military standoff in eastern Ladakh, ongoing boundary disputes, and contrasting strategic interests have contributed to a cooling of ties between the neighbours. However, despite…
