India’s Shrimp Boom: A Global Export Powerhouse India has long been a global leader in shrimp exports, with a thriving aquaculture industry that fuels livelihoods, particularly in coastal states like Andhra Pradesh, where over 300,000 farmers grow shrimp in saline ponds. With seafood exports reaching $7.3 billion in 2024, shrimp accounts for the lion’s share—$2.5 billion to the U.S….
A New Naming Strategy Raises Old Questions The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), India’s apex body for curriculum development, has recently stirred a national conversation by assigning Hindi titles to English-language textbooks, including those meant to teach English. Titles like Poorvi, Mridang, and Santoor now adorn English textbooks for Classes 1 through…
A Major Milestone in India’s Defence R&D Capabilities In a move that marks a giant leap in futuristic warfare, India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested a Laser-Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) system on April 13, 2025. Conducted at the National Open-Air Range (NOAR) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, the trial showcased India’s growing prowess…
Environmental Watchdog Slaps Penalty for Alleged Violation of Fly Ash Norms The Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) has imposed an environmental compensation of ₹71.1 crore on Hindustan Zinc Ltd, a subsidiary of the Vedanta Group, for allegedly dumping fly ash without the requisite authorisation. The notice, dated April 10, 2025, has been issued under…
A Scam That Shook India’s Banking System In 2018, India was jolted by one of the most significant financial frauds in its banking history. The Punjab National Bank (PNB), the country’s second-largest public sector bank, reported a staggering scam involving fraudulent Letters of Undertaking (LoUs) and Foreign Letters of Credit (FLCs) amounting to over ₹13,500…
A Defining Moment in India’s Defence Modernisation In a landmark stride toward enhancing India’s strategic strike capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed release trials of its indigenously developed Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) ‘Gaurav’. Conducted from April 8 to 10, 2025, these trials marked the precision deployment of the bomb from…
A Legacy of Journalism Entangled in Legal Controversy The National Herald case has become one of India’s most high-profile legal and political controversies, intertwining historical legacy with present-day accountability. What began as a defunct newspaper venture has now spiralled into a full-blown money laundering investigation, drawing in senior Congress leaders, including Sonia Gandhi and Rahul…
In a moment of quiet triumph, Charudutta Panigrahi—poet, thinker, and tireless advocate for inclusive development—has been honoured with the prestigious Emily Dickinson Award for his poetry anthology Swirl & Still. The recognition places him in the company of globally renowned poets who, like Dickinson, explore the intricacies of the human condition with both sensitivity and innovation. Awarded…
Introduction: A Historic Step Towards Constitutional Accountability In a groundbreaking judgment that redefines the balance of power between the state and central authorities, the Supreme Court of India has, for the first time, set a binding timeframe of three months for the President to decide on Bills referred by a Governor. This decision marks a…
Understanding NSE and Its Economic Significance The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) stands as one of the largest and most influential financial marketplaces in the country, facilitating the trading of equities, derivatives, debt instruments, and more. Established in 1992, NSE has played a critical role in modernizing Indian financial markets, fostering transparency, and promoting…
