Hurricane Milton has rapidly strengthened into a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm as it continues its path toward Florida, causing widespread concern and prompting evacuation orders across the state. With maximum sustained winds of 180 mph, the storm is now one of the strongest hurricanes to form in the Gulf of Mexico in decades, surpassing…
In an intriguing case that has captured the attention of social media users and news outlets alike, Mithilesh Kumar, an 18-year-old from the Jamui district of Bihar, was detained by police on September 20 for impersonating an IPS officer. The incident unfolded when locals spotted Mithilesh wearing an IPS uniform at a local eatery, prompting…
In a significant development for India-Maldives relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives met recently to establish a framework for enhanced bilateral cooperation. This marks a notable reset of ties that had faced challenges in the past year due to anti-India rhetoric and political tensions. Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security…
A letter reportedly from the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is circulating on social media, addressed to district magistrates regarding arrangements for the upcoming examination. Dated October 7, 2024, the letter suggests that the preliminary examination, initially scheduled for November 17, has been postponed to December 13 and 14, 2024. It is estimated that around…
A viral video featuring fugitive Radical Islamic Preacher Zakir Naik has sparked significant outrage on social media after it shows him dismissing a young woman’s concerns about societal issues in Islamic communities. The incident occurred during a public gathering in Karachi, Pakistan, where the girl, identifying as Pashtun, questioned Naik about the prevalence of societal…
Recent statements from Canadian officials indicate a notable shift in Canada’s stance toward India, particularly regarding the recognition of India’s unity and territorial integrity. Canadian Deputy Foreign Minister David Morrison stated unequivocally, “There is one India,” emphasizing Canada’s commitment to respecting India’s sovereignty, despite the presence of some separatist elements within Canada. This change appears…
Russia and Pakistan have entered a barter trade agreement to bypass Western sanctions, which have made monetary transactions increasingly difficult for Russia since its invasion of Ukraine. This new system allows the two nations to exchange goods directly without financial intermediaries. Under the agreement, Russian company Astarta-Agrotrading will send 20,000 tons of chickpeas to Pakistan,…
The much-anticipated Indian Air Force (IAF) air show in Chennai on October 6, 2024, celebrating the IAF’s 92nd anniversary, ended in tragedy as at least five people lost their lives and nearly 100 others were hospitalized due to heat exhaustion, dehydration, and overcrowding. Spectacle of Air Power The air show, held at Marina Beach, attracted…
The recent Twitter spat between Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal and comedian Kunal Kamra brought attention to customer dissatisfaction regarding Ola’s electric scooters and its service centers. The incident began when Kamra, known for his candid and often politically charged commentary, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share an image of a large number of Ola…
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is facing significant criticism following a recent audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), which highlighted a “faulty” sponsorship agreement with Reliance India Limited (RIL) that has allegedly resulted in a loss of ₹24 crore. Overview of the Agreement The initial sponsorship agreement, dated August 1, 2022, positioned RIL…
