A Tragic Fall in Italy Felix Baumgartner, the legendary Austrian skydiver known for pushing the boundaries of human flight, died on Thursday in a tragic paragliding crash in Porto Sant’Elpidio, a seaside town in Italy’s Marche region. He was 56. Baumgartner, often hailed as one of the most fearless extreme athletes of his generation, was…
A Brutal Summer for Tech: Over 80,000 Jobs Lost Across 159 Companies As many as 159 tech companies have laid off 80,003 employees globally in 2025, marking what is possibly the bloodiest July in tech industry history. Once the hub of innovation, job security, and sky-high salaries, the tech sector is now undergoing a deep…
A Terror Attack That Rekindled Tensions On April 22, 2025, the tranquil tourist destination of Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, was shattered by one of the deadliest terror attacks since 2008. Four heavily armed militants stormed the valley, targeting and executing Hindu men after confirming their religion. The chilling attack claimed 26 lives, triggering…
A Scandal Beyond Imagination In a case that has shaken the spiritual and social fabric of Thailand, a woman known as “Ms Golf” has allegedly blackmailed at least nine Buddhist monks, extorting over ₹100 crore (385 million baht) over the past three years. Behind the serene walls of temples, where monks are traditionally seen as paragons of…
What Is Trump’s Secondary Sanctions Threat—and Why Now? US President Donald Trump’s latest move to pressure Russia has raised alarms globally. On Tuesday, Trump announced a new wave of economic actions that include a 100% tariff on Russian exports, notably oil, and secondary sanctions on countries that continue to import Russian goods. These measures are intended…
A Crossroads in Global Diplomacy As the war in Ukraine grinds into its third year with no clear end in sight, NATO has escalated its rhetoric and pressure tactics, turning its focus toward key global players who continue trading with Russia. India, China, and Brazil now find themselves at the center of a diplomatic storm,…
A Growing Japanese Bet on India’s Banking Revival Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG) is reportedly considering a fresh $1.1 billion investment in India’s Yes Bank, marking a significant escalation in its commitment to one of India’s most closely watched banking turnaround stories. According to sources cited by Bloomberg, the proposed investment would be in addition to the $1.6…
Why Patriot Systems Matter The Patriot air defense system is one of the most advanced and effective surface-to-air missile platforms in the world, designed to intercept and destroy incoming threats such as ballistic missiles, aircraft, and drones. Operated by the U.S. and several NATO allies, Patriot systems have become critical in defending against modern aerial…
A Diplomatic Recalibration After Years of Strain After a five-year hiatus, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visited China on July 14, signaling a renewed effort to reset strained ties between Asia’s two largest nations. Meeting Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing, Jaishankar emphasized the importance of open dialogue and regional cooperation. His visit comes amid cautious…
An Island Gripped by Unrest Since June 21, 2025, the small Japanese island of Akusekijima, nestled within the Tokara archipelago, has endured an unrelenting seismic swarm—over 1,800 earthquakes and counting. With tremors ranging from barely noticeable to strong enough to topple furniture, fear and fatigue have gripped the island’s 65 residents. Nearly 75% have evacuated to the…
