Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic visit to Udupi on November 28, 2025—his first in his third term—became a profound blend of spiritual devotion, cultural reaffirmation, and political signaling. Greeted by massive crowds during a vibrant 20-minute roadshow, Modi’s entry into the temple town was marked by chants, flower showers, and an ambience reminiscent of a mass…
Researchers at IIT Delhi, led by Professor Javed Nabibaksha Sheikh from the Department of Textile and Fibre Engineering, have developed mosquito-repellent detergents in both powder and liquid forms. Designed to make everyday fabrics naturally unattractive to mosquitoes, these detergents offer a durable layer of protection against mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue, and chikungunya. Unlike conventional repellents, this…
A Visit Framing a New Geopolitical Chapter Russian President Vladimir Putin’s State Visit to India on December 4–5, 2025, for the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit marks a pivotal moment in the long-standing partnership between the two nations. His first visit since 2021—before the Ukraine conflict altered global geopolitics—resonates as a reaffirmation of bilateral resilience. During…
A Historic and Emotional Return On November 27, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu delivered a deeply emotional and nostalgic address to the Odisha Legislative Assembly—becoming the first sitting President to do so in the institution’s 75-year history. Her speech carried the weight of personal memory and public significance, as she reflected on her early political journey that began…
A Landmark Move to Build Critical Magnet Capabilities The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a landmark ₹7,280 crore scheme to promote domestic manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPM)—a strategic industrial segment where India has long been dependent on imports. The initiative seeks to create an integrated REPM manufacturing ecosystem…
The leadership tussle within Karnataka’s Congress government has escalated into a full-blown political contest, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at its center. The simmering rivalry surfaced publicly after Shivakumar confirmed the existence of a “secret deal” involving several senior leaders on power-sharing, though he declined to reveal details to avoid weakening the party. Siddaramaiah,…
The Supreme Court of India is set to hear multiple petitions challenging the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in states including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, and Bihar. The SIR process, designed to update and verify voters’ lists rapidly, has triggered debates over legality, administrative feasibility, and potential violations of constitutional rights. The…
A Claim That Shook Washington The US H-1B visa program—long the backbone of America’s skilled immigration pipeline—has been thrust into controversy following explosive allegations of large-scale fraud linked to the US Consulate in Chennai. Economist and former US Representative Dr. Dave Brat claimed that the consular district covering Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Telangana processed nearly 220,000…
The hoisting of the saffron flag atop the Shikhar of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya marked a monumental milestone as Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed the ceremonial Dhwaj Arohan on November 25, 2025. Performed on Vivah Panchami—symbolizing the divine union of Lord Ram and Sita—the event carried deep spiritual resonance. The 22-by-11-foot, 11-kilogram flag, adorned…
A Major Energy Pact on the Horizon Canada and India are on the verge of finalizing a major uranium export agreement valued at roughly US$2.8 billion, a deal likely to supply India’s expanding nuclear reactor fleet for the next decade. Saskatchewan-based mining giant Cameco Corp. is expected to serve as the principal supplier, positioning the agreement…
