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…
A Life Hidden in Plain Sight In a story that seems pulled from fiction but is rooted in startling reality, a 40-year-old Russian woman, Nina Kutina, and her two daughters were discovered living in a remote cave near Gokarna, Karnataka — a region known more for its beaches and pilgrims than foreign survivalists. Their cave-dwelling…
Nimisha Priya and the Face of a Global Crisis On July 16, 2025, Nimisha Priya, a nurse from Kerala, is scheduled to be executed in Yemen. Her case—mired in allegations of murder, cultural entanglements, and a lack of diplomatic access—has become a chilling symbol of a deeper crisis. Convicted under Sharia law for killing and dismembering her…
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 Premier Institute at the Frontier of Innovation Established in 1964, Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani is one of India’s most respected private universities, known for its rigorous academics, entrepreneurial spirit, and emphasis on technology and innovation. Designated as an “Institution of Eminence,” BITS Pilani has campuses in Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad, and…
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…
A Diplomatic Reset Between Two Asian Giants India and China, the world’s two most populous nations and key Asian powers, have shared a relationship shaped by cooperation, competition, and conflict. After years of tension, particularly following the 2020 Ladakh border standoff, India is taking measured steps toward normalization. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s upcoming visit…
Tariffs as Foreign Policy—and Fallout U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policy is again shaking global diplomacy. In a dramatic move, Trump has announced a 35% tariff on Canadian imports starting August 1, warning that it could rise further if Canada retaliates. The announcement, delivered via social media, marks an escalation not just in trade protectionism,…
A Viral Job Post That’s Challenging Old Norms A recent hiring post by a Bengaluru-based AI startup, Smallest AI, has gone viral for all the right reasons. Offering a ₹1 crore compensation package for a full-stack tech lead, the job listing boldly skips the usual demands—no college degree, no resume, no multi-stage interviews. In a…
A Long-Awaited Entry into the World’s Third-Largest Car Market After years of speculation, missed visits, and tariff complaints, Tesla is finally making its formal entry into India. The electric vehicle (EV) pioneer, led by Elon Musk, will inaugurate its first showroom in Mumbai on July 15, 2025, marking a strategic move into one of the…
