Sharad Pawar’s Cautious Comment Sets the Tone Veteran leader Sharad Pawar’s brief but pointed remark on Sunetra Pawar’s elevation as Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister has captured the uncertainty gripping state politics. By publicly stating that he was unaware of her swearing-in plans and that the decision lay solely with her party, Pawar signaled both distance and…
Pakistan Worries About Losing Market Advantage After India–EU Deal Pakistan’s export sector is on alert following the conclusion of the long-awaited India–European Union Free Trade Agreement, with industry leaders warning that Islamabad could lose a long-held competitive advantage in the European market. Pakistani textile exporters, in particular, fear that India’s newly secured tariff-free access to EU…
Legal Heavyweight Hired as SEC Action Against Adani Advances Indian business magnate Gautam Adani has retained prominent Wall Street attorney Robert Giuffra Jr., signaling that the legal confrontation with U.S. regulators is entering a more decisive phase. Court filings in the United States indicate that Giuffra, known for representing major corporations and high-profile political figures, will…
Global Study Flags Rising Heat Threat with Severe Implications for India A new study led by researchers at the University of Oxford has warned that the number of people exposed to dangerous levels of heat could nearly double by mid-century if current fossil fuel consumption trends continue. The research indicates that India, along with several other…
A Nation Connected: India’s Massive Internet and social media Marketplace India today stands among the world’s largest digital consumer markets, with hundreds of millions of citizens connected through smartphones and social media platforms. Affordable data plans, expanding mobile networks, and localized digital services have turned the country into a prime destination for global technology companies…
A Tragedy That Shocked the State Maharashtra awoke to disbelief on January 28, 2026, when news broke that Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar had died in a devastating aircraft accident at Baramati airport. The chartered Learjet 45 carrying Pawar from Mumbai for a day of local campaign engagements failed to stabilize during its second landing attempt…
A Diplomatic Surprise with Strategic Ripples The United Arab Emirates’ decision to step away from managing Pakistan’s Islamabad International Airport has drawn attention not only for its economic implications, but for its timing. The move followed closely on the heels of a brief, unannounced visit to India by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan…
Understanding the Responsible Nations Index (RNI) The Responsible Nations Index (RNI) is a new global benchmarking framework that seeks to redefine how national success is measured. Moving beyond conventional indicators such as gross domestic product, military strength, or geopolitical influence, the RNI evaluates countries through the lens of responsibility—towards their citizens, the planet, and the…
President Donald Trump once again described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “fantastic leader” and a “close friend,” projecting warmth and personal chemistry on the global stage. Speaking on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21, 2026, Trump expressed confidence that the United States and India would ultimately reach a “good…
ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission, launched on January 12, 2026, from Sriharikota at 10:18 a.m. IST, was expected to reaffirm the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle’s reputation as India’s most dependable launcher. Instead, a malfunction in the third stage abruptly ended the flight, resulting in the loss of 16 satellites, including key payloads such as EOS-N1 and DRDO’s…
