The Billionaire with a Purpose Once best known as Jeff Bezos’s partner in life and business, MacKenzie Scott has long since built a reputation of her own — as one of the world’s most influential philanthropists. Following her 2019 divorce from the Amazon founder, Scott emerged as a powerful advocate for equitable giving, pledging to donate most…
A Region on Edge Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have once again erupted into open conflict, marking one of the most volatile escalations since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021. The borderlands, already scarred by decades of insurgency and mistrust, are witnessing fierce battles reminiscent of wartime hostilities. Both Islamabad and Kabul are trading accusations…
A New Era in Missile Defence In a development that has sent ripples through global strategic circles, China has reportedly fielded a prototype missile defence system capable of monitoring threats from anywhere on Earth. Described as the world’s first planet-wide detection network, the system—dubbed a “distributed early warning detection big data platform”—represents a major technological leap for…
Understanding NATO and Its Spending Rules The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), formed in 1949, is a 32-member military alliance built on collective defense — meaning that an attack on one member is considered an attack on all. Its strength depends heavily on the contributions of each member state, both financially and militarily. NATO’s defense spending is measured as a percentage…
India’s Economic Rise on the Global Stage India’s economic transformation over the past decade has not only redefined its domestic landscape but also reshaped the global growth narrative. With robust GDP expansion, technological innovation, and a resilient private sector, the country has become a major driver of global economic activity. As traditional engines like China slow down, India’s…
The Age of Artificial Intelligence and Its Expanding Reach From virtual assistants and self-driving cars to creative writing and code generation, artificial intelligence (AI) has swiftly become the invisible hand shaping modern life. What was once a futuristic concept has now embedded itself into homes, workplaces, and entire economies. AI is not only transforming industries but…
Ukraine War Intensifies Amid Missile Talks The war in Ukraine, now in its third year, has seen a protracted struggle between Kyiv and Moscow, with both sides sustaining heavy losses and civilian hardship. As winter approaches, Ukraine faces repeated Russian missile and drone strikes targeting energy infrastructure, while Kyiv seeks advanced weapons to strengthen its…
The Channel That Changed Music Forever When MTV first aired in 1981 with “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles, it didn’t just launch a television network — it sparked a cultural revolution. For generations, MTV defined how people discovered and experienced music, turning music videos into a global art form. In the decades that followed,…
Andhra Pradesh’s Global Tech Vision Andhra Pradesh has once again found itself at the forefront of India’s technology revolution. Known for his pro-investment policies and futuristic development plans, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has long envisioned transforming the state into a global innovation hub. His administration’s open-door approach to foreign partnerships and cutting-edge industries has already attracted…
A Fresh Start After a Period of Strain After months of quiet diplomacy and cautious engagement, India and Canada have unveiled a new roadmap to rebuild their strategic partnership—signaling a major thaw in relations that had cooled in recent years. The renewed dialogue comes amid a change in Canada’s leadership, with Prime Minister Mark Carney…
