A Historic Promotion in Troubled Times On May 20, in a move that has stirred widespread political and strategic concern, Islamabad promoted General Asim Munir—the current Chief of Army Staff—to the rank of field marshal, the highest ceremonial position in Pakistan’s military hierarchy. The decision was finalized in a Cabinet meeting led by Prime Minister Shehbaz…
Opening Move: A Long Call That Could Change the War’s Course Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump held a rare and extensive two-hour phone call that has sparked new hope for an eventual ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. The high-level dialogue, which came after consultations between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky,…
Cannes 2025: A Film Festival No More? Once the most prestigious celebration of cinematic excellence, Cannes has now evolved — or devolved — into a glossy billboard for fashion, brand endorsements, and social media stardom. What was once a sacred space for filmmakers and critics has become an elaborate stage for influencers flaunting toothbrush launches…
Trump’s Proposal and Its Immediate Shockwaves Trump’s decision to impose a 5% tax on international remittances sent by non-citizens is poised to deliver a substantial financial jolt to millions of Indian households. The move, introduced as part of the broader “One Big Beautiful Bill,” is aimed at funding a sweeping anti-immigration agenda while reshaping U.S. fiscal and…
A Historic Breakthrough: World’s First Gene-Editing Cure Saves Infant’s Life In a landmark advancement in modern medicine, a nine-month-old baby diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening genetic disorder has been cured using the world’s first customised gene-editing therapy. The baby, identified as KJ, was suffering from severe CPS1 deficiency — a rare metabolic condition affecting…
The Beginning of the End: Operation Black Forest In what is being hailed as a landmark moment in India’s decades-long fight against Naxalism, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) chief GP Singh has termed Operation Black Forest as the “beginning of the end of Left-Wing extremism.” Conducted over 21 days in the treacherous terrain of…
A Major Leap in Indigenous Defence Technology India is on the verge of a major defence breakthrough with the development of a homegrown hypersonic missile system capable of reaching speeds over Mach 5—five times the speed of sound. The announcement was made by Dr. Sudhir Kumar Mishra, former Chief of the Defence Research and Development…
A Shocking Betrayal A 13-year-old girl from Odisha, adopted as a newborn after being found abandoned on the roadside, has been accused of murdering her adoptive mother with the help of two teenage boys. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through Paralakhemundi town in Gajapati district, unfolded on April 29 but came to light weeks…
A Mysterious Post Sparks a National Outcry Former FBI Director James Comey is facing intense scrutiny from U.S. security agencies following a now-deleted Instagram post that many have interpreted as a veiled threat to assassinate Donald Trump. The post, featuring the number “8647” spelled out with seashells, ignited outrage among Trump supporters and prompted an…
In the wake of India’s military operation “Sindoor”, Pakistan launched not just retaliatory attacks but also an aggressive disinformation campaign targeting Indian credibility on global platforms. From doctored images to fabricated headlines, Pakistan’s digital narrative has grown increasingly brazen. The Indian government, through fact-checking agencies like the Press Information Bureau (PIB), has actively countered this…
