In a significant development for Indo-US defence relations, India and the United States have agreed in principle to sign a new 10-year defence framework. The announcement follows a high-level phone conversation between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth, as confirmed by the Pentagon. The upcoming agreement signals a deeper…
Rivers Breach Warning Levels Amid Monsoon Fury As monsoon intensifies across large parts of India, multiple rivers have breached their flood warning levels, posing a growing threat to lives and infrastructure. While no sites have yet entered “severe” or “extreme” flood zones, water levels in 11 river monitoring stations have surged past cautionary thresholds. Amid…
CRIS and Its Journey Towards Digital Innovation The Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS), established in 1986, has been the technological backbone of the Indian Railways, powering everything from ticketing to logistics. Over the years, CRIS has developed multiple standalone applications such as UTS for unreserved ticketing, Rail Connect for reserved bookings, and Rail Madad for grievance…
A Growing Medical Concern In recent weeks, the district of Hassan in Karnataka has emerged as the epicenter of an alarming health crisis — a sharp rise in heart attack-related deaths, with 23 fatalities recorded in just 40 days. The spike has prompted concern from the public, health authorities, and the state government, raising urgent…
A Death That Stirred a State The tragic custodial death of Ajith Kumar, a temporary security guard at a temple in Thirupuvanam, Sivaganga district, has rocked Tamil Nadu. Accused of a petty theft and later found dead after alleged police torture, his case has reignited serious concerns about custodial violence, police impunity, and the fragility of…
Sweeping ban on refuelling old vehicles triggers fierce public backlash, raising questions on fairness, affordability, and effectiveness. What Is the Delhi Fuel Ban on End-of-Life Vehicles? Starting this week, Delhi has enforced a blanket ban on refuelling petrol vehicles over 15 years old and diesel vehicles over 10 years old. The rule, backed by Automatic…
With a looming deadline and billions at stake, both nations push to safeguard key exports and unlock future trade potential. A Race Against Time India and the United States are on the verge of finalizing an interim trade agreement aimed at averting a significant hike in tariffs on Indian exports. The urgency stems from a…
India’s diplomatic priorities are evolving—and fast. As the global order continues to shift, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is preparing for one of his longest overseas trips yet, spanning five countries in three continents from July 2 to 9. His itinerary includes Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia—each a key partner in India’s expanding…
A decade ago, few could have imagined the scale and speed of India’s digital transformation. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the ‘Digital India’ mission in 2015, it was seen as an ambitious step toward bridging the country’s deep digital divide. Ten years on, the journey has surpassed expectations. With the initiative now celebrating its 10th anniversary,…
In a groundbreaking military leap, India is preparing to deploy a powerful new variant of its Agni-5 ballistic missile, capable of carrying massive conventional bunker-buster warheads. This strategic shift, spearheaded by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), positions India alongside the world’s elite military powers — and sends a strong signal to regional adversaries…
