From Iran to India—A Journey of Reinvention and Belonging Mandana Karimi, an Iranian model and actress who has carved a space for herself in India’s entertainment industry, finds herself at the centre of a storm following a now-deleted Instagram story about India’s military action—Operation Sindoor. Having spent over 16 years in India, Karimi has starred…
A Disturbing Pattern Amid Rising Tensions In a worrying escalation of security concerns tied to the ongoing geopolitical strain between India and Pakistan, two of India’s major cricket stadiums—Eden Gardens in Kolkata and Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur—have been targeted with bomb threats. Following a similar threat earlier this week in Kolkata, Jaipur’s iconic venue…
Enforcement Directorate Targets Multi-State GST Fraud In a sweeping operation against one of India’s largest GST fraud networks, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched raids across nine locations in Jharkhand and West Bengal on Thursday morning. The crackdown is linked to an ₹800 crore input tax credit (ITC) scam involving fake GST invoices amounting to over ₹14,325 crore….
Regional Endorsement of India’s Counterterror Strategy In a powerful show of support, former Afghan Vice President Amrullah Saleh has hailed India’s Operation Sindoor as “bold, unprecedented,” and a model for targeted counterterror responses. The operation, conducted in the early hours of May 7, was India’s swift retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the…
Odisha’s Industrial Renaissance Begins Odisha is undergoing a profound industrial transformation that positions it at the forefront of India’s economic future. With cumulative investments exceeding ₹1 lakh crore in the steel sector alone, the state is not merely expanding its production capabilities—it is preparing to lead. By 2031, Odisha aims to emerge as the Steel Capital…
The Gateway to India’s Medical Dream The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduates (NEET UG) is more than just an exam—it is a gateway to one of the most sought-after career paths in India: medicine. Conducted annually by the National Testing Agency (NTA), NEET is the sole entrance examination for admission to MBBS, BDS,…
India’s DTH Market at a Crossroads India’s Direct-to-Home (DTH) television sector, once a booming growth engine in the country’s media and entertainment landscape, is today navigating stiff competition, changing consumer behavior, and rapid digital disruption. With over 67 million DTH subscribers, this industry remains crucial for India’s semi-urban and rural populations where satellite TV is often…
A Spark in Pahalgam, Tensions Across Borders The April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of several Indian security personnel, has reignited simmering tensions between India and Pakistan. In the aftermath, the Line of Control (LoC) witnessed ten consecutive nights of small arms fire and military posturing. These events, set against a…
Cyber Crime Police Act Swiftly Against Unauthorized Fundraiser The cyber-crime unit has detained a woman for allegedly launching an unauthorized crowdfunding campaign in the name of Prasant Satpathy, the Odisha resident who tragically lost his life during the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The incident has added further distress to Satpathy’s grieving family, who were unaware of…
Navina Bole’s Revelations Against Sajid Khan Television actor Navina Bole, renowned for her role in Ishqbaaz, has recently levelled serious allegations against filmmaker Sajid Khan, accusing him of inappropriate conduct during a casting meeting. Speaking to journalist Subhojit Ghosh on his YouTube channel, Bole shared her unsettling experience, recalling that Khan had asked her to…
