The Rise of a Godman-Turned-Accused Jalaluddin, popularly known as Chhangur Baba, rose from the obscure village of Madhpur in Uttar Pradesh’s Balrampur district to become a self-styled spiritual figure — a godman to many. But behind this religious mask, authorities allege a deeply disturbing operation: a conversion racket funded by nearly Rs 500 crore in…
From Power to Exile: The Fall of Sheikh Hasina In a dramatic turn of events last August, Bangladesh’s long-serving Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned amid a massive student-led uprising and fled to India. Her 15-year rule came to a crashing end after nationwide protests against a controversial job quota system escalated into violent clashes. The uprising, which…
IPO Boom: A Sign of Economic Maturity and Market Confidence Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) serve as vital indicators of economic confidence and market development. They not only provide companies with capital to expand but also give investors access to emerging and high-growth sectors. Globally, however, 2025 has seen subdued IPO activity, weighed down by macroeconomic…
A War That Refuses to End More than two years into the devastating conflict, the war between Russia and Ukraine remains one of the world’s most volatile crises. What began with a full-scale Russian invasion in 2022 has spiraled into a grinding, attritional war that shows few signs of resolution. Amidst repeated Western attempts to support Kyiv and…
Ceasefire Dreams Amidst Endless War As the Israel-Hamas war drags into its second year, the world continues to watch with bated breath. Despite global calls for peace, diplomatic breakthroughs have remained elusive. The conflict, which erupted in October 2023 after Hamas launched a deadly surprise attack on southern Israel, has since spiraled into one of…
Social media Fame – A Dangerous Obsession Among Youth In today’s digital world, where viral fame is just a few likes away, social media has become both a stage and a trap for young people. Platforms like Instagram etc have turned attention into currency — and for some, no price seems too high to pay….
A Disruption in the Making India’s $844 billion mutual fund industry is bracing for a potential shake-up. Jio BlackRock Asset Management, a joint venture between Jio Financial Services, backed by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, and BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is preparing to enter the Indian market with a low-cost, tech-driven strategy. The company plans to offer…
A History of Military Muscle in Civilian Politics Coup whispers are nothing new in Pakistan. Since its inception, the country has witnessed multiple military interventions, often disguised as moves to “stabilize” governance. In Pakistan’s power matrix, the military has long overshadowed elected officials, with army chiefs often positioning themselves as kingmakers — or kings themselves….
Xi’s Absence Fuels Speculation About China’s Future in BRICS The 2025 BRICS Summit, held this year in Rio de Janeiro on July 6, was expected to be a stage for geopolitical recalibration. Instead, it has drawn attention for who wasn’t in attendance. For the first time since taking power in 2012, Chinese President Xi Jinping…
Reuters’ Reach and Role in India Reuters, one of the world’s most trusted international news agencies, holds a vital position in India’s media ecosystem. Known for its timely, fact-checked, and unbiased journalism, Reuters delivers essential global updates through its website, newswire, and social media handles, including on X (formerly Twitter). Indian readers, journalists, and policy analysts…
