In a recent development, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot revealed that France has engaged in discussions with Denmark regarding the potential deployment of French troops to Greenland. This move comes in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated assertions about annexing the Danish territory. In an interview with Sud Radio, Barrot stated that while France … Read more
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a notice to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal, requesting him to substantiate his recent claims that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Haryana government has been “poisoning” the Yamuna River water supplied to Delhi. The ECI has set a deadline of 8 PM on Wednesday, January … Read more
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is poised to make history by hosting Asia’s first international Hyperloop competition, the Global Hyperloop Competition (GHC) 2025, scheduled from February 21 to 25, 2025. This landmark event is a collaborative effort between IIT Madras, IITM Pravartak, and SAEIndia, with support from the Ministry of Railways, Government … Read more
In 1949, the United States Air Force organized its first-ever Aerial Gunnery Competition at Las Vegas Air Force Base, later renamed Nellis Air Force Base. This prestigious event, which would eventually inspire the concept of “Top Gun,” was designed to showcase the skills of the nation’s most elite fighter pilots in dogfighting, aerial tactics, and … Read more
In a significant move aimed at streamlining timekeeping across the nation, the Government of India has announced draft rules mandating the use of Indian Standard Time (IST) across all official and commercial platforms. The proposed regulations are expected to bring greater uniformity, reduce time discrepancies, and ensure seamless coordination in sectors that rely on accurate … Read more
Germany’s history is indelibly marked by the atrocities of the Nazi era—a period that left deep scars not only on the nation but on the world. While the German government and its people have taken significant strides to reckon with this dark chapter, the rise of far-right ideologies in recent years shows that the battle … Read more
The Trump administration’s decision to halt USAID assistance to Bangladesh marked a significant geopolitical shift that presented an opportunity for India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. This move, viewed by some as a recalibration of U.S. foreign aid priorities, strategically opened doors for India to assert its regional leadership and strengthen ties with its … Read more
The idea that race relations in America were harmonious and colorblind until recent years is a narrative increasingly pushed by some conservative circles, particularly within the Republican Party. This nostalgic rewriting of history paints a picture of a utopia where Americans “didn’t see color” before the Obama presidency supposedly brought racial divisions to the forefront. … Read more
The term “Aryan” originates from the Sanskrit word Ārya, meaning noble, righteous, or honorable. According to Vedic literature, an Aryan is not defined by race but by their qualities, behavior, and adherence to certain principles. Below are the primary qualities of an Aryan as highlighted in Vedic texts: 1. Vegetarianism: A Lifestyle of Non-Violence The … Read more
The U.S. State Department has officially announced that Donald Lu, Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, concluded his term on January 17, 2025. This development has been confirmed through a brief statement on the department’s official website. Donald Lu assumed the role of Assistant Secretary on September 15, 2021, overseeing U.S. … Read more
In a strategic move to counter China’s ambitious hydropower projects on the Yarlung Tsangpo River (known as the Siang River in India), India has unveiled plans to construct its largest hydropower dam in Arunachal Pradesh. With an estimated cost of Rs 1.5 lakh crore, this mega-project aims to harness the untapped potential of the Siang … Read more
Uttar Pradesh (UP), one of India’s largest and most populous states, has set a bold target to become a $1 trillion economy in the next four years, as announced by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. With a population of over 200 million, a diverse economy, and rich natural resources, UP has the potential to achieve significant … Read more
For centuries, Britain exploited its colonies, extracting resources, labor, and wealth at the expense of native populations. The effects of British colonial rule are still felt today in many of its former colonies, where inequality, poverty, and underdevelopment continue to persist. While the British Empire may no longer exist in its formal capacity, its legacy … Read more
