The Choke Point Crisis: Why the Strait of Hormuz Remains a Global Flashpoint The recent distress calls from Indian-flagged vessels like the Sanmar Herald serve as a stark reminder of a volatile reality: the world’s energy security rests on a knife-edge. When a single radio command or a warning shot can halt a Very Large … Read more
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, led a fierce opposition charge on Friday during the tabling of the Women’s Reservation Bill. His address was marked by cryptic references and sharp critiques of the government’s intentions behind the legislation. The Riddle of ‘Number 16’ During the session, Gandhi repeatedly referred to … Read more
India’s Maternal Mortality: A Slowing Decline and the Road Ahead India continues to grapple with a significant burden of maternal deaths, ranking among the countries with the highest numbers globally. A recent study published in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology &. Women’s Health reveals that although progress has been made, the rate of decline has slowed … Read more
The Quiet Revolution in Elderly Care: Why Less Medication Might Be More For millions of seniors, the daily ritual of taking multiple medications is a given. But a growing body of evidence suggests that this “polypharmacy” – the use of several medications simultaneously – isn’t always beneficial and can even be harmful. A recent global … Read more
New Delhi – The Indian government on Wednesday addressed concerns regarding Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to mediate between Iran and the United States, asserting India’s distinct foreign policy approach. Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar stated that India is not positioned to be a “broker nation,” according to sources at an all-party meeting convened by the government. India’s … Read more
London’s High Court of Justice, King’s Bench Division, has rejected Nirav Modi’s latest attempt to delay his extradition to India. The court ruled on Wednesday that his petition to reopen proceedings did not meet the threshold of “exceptional circumstances” needed to revisit the case. Setback for Fugitive Diamantaire This decision represents a significant setback for … Read more
New Delhi is seeking to diversify its LPG supply sources, including considering purchases from Russia, to ensure sufficient fuel availability for consumers. The move comes as escalating tensions in the Middle East disrupt global energy supply chains. Expanding Energy Options Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated on Thursday that the government is “trying … Read more
Novel Delhi – Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday as the chamber bid farewell to 59 retiring Members of Parliament. Modi emphasized the enduring nature of political life, stating, “In politics, there is no full stop,” and encouraged the departing members to remain engaged in public service. Acknowledging Years of Service … Read more
New Delhi – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday released its first list of candidates for 144 seats in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. The list includes key leaders Suvendu Adhikari and Dilip Ghosh. A High-Stakes Contest Dilip Ghosh will contest from Kharagpur Sadar, while Suvendu Adhikari is slated to run in two … Read more
A man allegedly fired a shot toward former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah during a wedding event in Jammu on Wednesday evening. Security personnel quickly intervened, overpowering and detaining the suspect before any harm could come to Abdullah or Jammu & Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, who was also present. Incident Details … Read more