Ceasefire in Sight? The long and bloody conflict in Gaza may be inching toward a breakthrough. On Saturday, Hamas declared it was prepared to “immediately” begin talks to resolve outstanding issues tied to U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace framework. The announcement marked a significant shift, breaking months of deadlock that have fueled devastation and despair in…
Rising Flames of Discontent In recent days, Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) has been rocked by widespread protests that turned violent, leaving at least nine people—including three policemen—dead and hundreds injured. The demonstrations, led by the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), reflect years of pent-up frustration over economic hardships, political suppression, and unchecked exploitation by Islamabad. What…
A Shift in the Winds of Diplomacy Afghanistan’s rugged frontiers have long shaped South Asia’s security and political equations, and India has historically stood at a cautious distance from the Taliban. For decades, New Delhi resisted engagement with the group, considering it an extension of Pakistan’s influence and a destabilizing force in the region. Yet, the…
The Man Behind the Empire Elon Musk is no stranger to rewriting the rules of business and technology. From building Tesla into the world’s most recognizable electric car brand to sending rockets into orbit with SpaceX, and from reshaping online conversation through X (formerly Twitter) to entering the artificial intelligence race with xAI, Musk has built…
A Legacy of Nurturing Ideas At the heart of India’s innovation landscape stands IIT Kanpur’s Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC). Established in 2000 with support from SIDBI, it began as a modest initiative to encourage entrepreneurship. Over 25 years, it has grown into one of the most influential academic incubators in the country—transforming ideas into…
Shutdowns and Shrinking Public Service The United States government is no stranger to political gridlock, budget disputes, and periodic shutdowns. But what it is witnessing now goes far beyond temporary funding impasses. This week, Washington is grappling with one of the most dramatic workforce departures in modern history—over 154,000 federal employees are leaving their posts. The scale…
India’s Infamous Gang Crosses Borders The Lawrence Bishnoi gang, one of India’s most feared organized crime syndicates, has now been formally branded a terrorist organization by Canada. The group, long notorious for its extortion rackets, contract killings, and intimidation in Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi, has increasingly extended its shadow overseas. Its leader, Lawrence Bishnoi, even from behind…
Modi’s Call for Homegrown Tech Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently championed the idea of Swadeshi—supporting indigenous goods and services to build self-reliance. That call has now extended into the digital realm, where messaging platforms dominate everyday communication. With ministers echoing Modi’s appeal, attention has turned toward Arattai, an India-made messenger app that promises to be a…
From Suspension to Showdown The storm that erupted after Donald Trump’s social media bans in January 2021 reshaped the debate over free speech, political bias, and the power of tech platforms. YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook faced mounting criticism for suspending the president’s accounts in the wake of the Capitol riots. Trump responded with a barrage of lawsuits…
Trump’s Quest for Global Recognition The Nobel Peace Prize has long been considered one of the most prestigious global honors, awarded to individuals and organizations that have significantly advanced peace and cooperation among nations. U.S. president Donald Trump has openly positioned himself as a contender, citing his foreign policy initiatives and ceasefire claims. Recently, however,…
