Trump’s Tough Stance on Russia and Global Tariffs Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again taken a hardline stance on global conflicts, this time issuing a stark warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin over the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump has threatened severe economic measures, including secondary tariffs on Russian oil, if Putin does…
The Growing Threat of Deepfakes Deepfake technology has emerged as a significant challenge in the digital landscape, raising concerns about misinformation, privacy violations, and security risks. As India grapples with the implications of synthetic media, the government has initiated discussions with major technology companies to understand their policies and measures to tackle this issue. In…
A Controversy Resurfaces The South Korean entertainment industry has been rocked by a series of allegations involving actor Kim Soo-Hyun and the late actress Sulli. Sulli’s brother, Choi Da Hee, has accused Kim Soo-Hyun of pressuring his sister into performing explicit scenes in the 2017 film Real. This revelation has emerged amid a separate scandal…
The Background of the Controversy The University of Houston’s course, Lived Hindu Religion, has sparked intense debate following allegations that it portrays Hinduism in a negative light and distorts India’s political landscape. Vasant Bhatt, a political science student and Hindu-American activist, raised concerns that the course is “Hinduphobic” and misrepresents Hindu traditions. His complaint led…
A Bold Move in AI and social media Elon Musk has once again made headlines by merging X (formerly Twitter) with his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, in an all-stock deal valued at $33 billion. This strategic move aims to integrate xAI’s advanced artificial intelligence capabilities with X’s vast social media platform, setting the stage for…
A Region Prone to Seismic Activity Myanmar, situated in a seismically active region, has frequently experienced devastating earthquakes due to its position along multiple fault lines. Over the past decades, tremors have caused significant destruction and loss of life, with cities like Mandalay and Yangon often bearing the brunt of seismic activity. The latest catastrophe—a…
China’s rapid ascent as a naval superpower marks a significant shift in global maritime dynamics. Since the economic reforms initiated in the 1980s under Deng Xiaoping, China has steadily expanded its maritime presence, evolving from a land-focused power to a formidable naval force. Today, China’s navy surpasses the United States in sheer numbers, posing a…
Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez’s $500 Million Venice Wedding: A Fairytale of Luxury and Extravagance The Wedding of the Century Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and American author Lauren Sánchez are set to tie the knot in what is being heralded as the “wedding of the century.” Scheduled for June 2025, the grand celebration will take…
On March 28, 2025, a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, causing widespread destruction and panic across the region. The tremors were felt as far as Bangkok, Thailand, leading to significant structural damage and casualties. This seismic event has underscored the vulnerability of Southeast Asia to natural disasters and the urgent need for preparedness and…
A Tradition of Mercy and Forgiveness In a remarkable humanitarian gesture, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has granted clemency to over 1,500 prisoners ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Among those pardoned, more than 500 are Indian nationals, reflecting the UAE’s commitment to justice, compassion, and strong diplomatic relations with India. This annual tradition…
