SBI: A Pillar of India’s Banking Industry State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest public-sector bank, has long been a symbol of trust and reliability in the financial landscape. With a vast network of branches across India, SBI has built a legacy of serving millions of customers through traditional and modern banking solutions. Known…
The recent killing of Hezbollah’s leader Hassan Nasrallah in Israeli airstrikes on Beirut has sent shockwaves throughout the Muslim world, triggering contrasting reactions. For some, particularly within the Shia community, Nasrallah was a revered figure—a symbol of resistance against Israel and Western imperialism. His death has been met with mourning, protests, and even political upheaval….
Natural Disaster Strikes Nepal Nepal is reeling from the aftermath of devastating floods and landslides triggered by incessant rainfall, leaving nearly 200 people dead and dozens missing. Heavy rains that began last Friday have caused widespread destruction across the Himalayan nation, with entire communities displaced, roads washed away, and thousands stranded. As search and rescue…
A Prestigious Honour Legendary actor Mithun Chakraborty, fondly known as “Mithun Da,” is set to receive the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest honor in cinema. The announcement, made by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlighted Mithun’s significant contribution to Indian cinema over his five-decade-long career. The award will be presented at the 70th National Film…
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah reached a critical point on September 28, as Israel launched a series of powerful airstrikes on Beirut. The attacks, which targeted Hezbollah’s command center, were unprecedented in scale, signaling a sharp escalation in hostilities that have spanned nearly a year. Amid the chaos, speculation over the fate of…
India’s recent moves to establish itself as a key player in the global semiconductor industry are being seen as a critical step towards technological sovereignty and economic security. The announcement of a US-India collaboration to build a multi-material fabrication unit dedicated to national security marks a historic moment, not just for military cooperation, but for…
India’s overburdened judicial system frequently takes years to try cases · Delhi tried to incentivise states by funding 60% of sex-crime tribunal costs · Target for number of fast-track courts cut due to low state interest, lack of judges · Some opposition-led states slow in setting up such courts Government’s Ambitious Plan Falls Short The Indian government’s plan…
A New Face in Turbulent Times In a closely contested and dramatic leadership race, Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has selected veteran politician Shigeru Ishiba as the nation’s next prime minister. Ishiba, a former defense minister and seasoned lawmaker, emerged victorious in a run-off election, edging out the hardline nationalist Sanae Takaichi. His win…
A Shocking Revelation In a deeply disturbing case, the murder of a Class II student in Hathras has been linked to a black magic ritual, allegedly performed to bring prosperity and success to a local school. The innocent child, whose father is a software engineer in Delhi, was tragically sacrificed by the school’s director and…
Australia will start providing up to 1,000 work and holiday visas each year to Indian citizens beginning October 1, 2024. This move is part of the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), which aims to strengthen ties between the two nations. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced the development during his recent visit…
