Today, we celebrate the 300th birth anniversary of the Maratha queen Ahilya Bai Holkar — a great administrator and visionary with a spiritual inclination. When we talk about women’s empowerment, we often overlook figures from our own history, the brave daughters who contributed towards building the India. The historical glorification of men and their deeds … Read more
AI- Generated Image Titled ‘All Eyes On Rafah’ Has Sparked A Social Media Frenzy. The Image, Which Has Garnered Over 44 Million Shares On Instagram And Has Emerged As A Piercing Symbol Amid The Mounting International Condemnation Of Civilian Deaths In Israel’s Offensive Targeting Rafah. “All Eyes On Rafah” Why In News Social Campaign ICJ … Read more
Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif admitted that the country had “violated” the 1999 Lahore Declaration agreement with India, which was signed by him and then Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Indirectly referring to the Kargil misadventure by General Pervez Musharraf, he said, “It was our fault.” Nawaz Sharif Admits Pakistan Violated Lahore Agreement … Read more
In a move to alleviate Kerala’s economic woes, the Central government has sanctioned borrowings of up to Rs 21,253 crore for the state until December 2024. The financial assistance, announced by Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar on X, aims to address Kerala’s pressing economic challenges, including delayed salary payments for government employees and stalled development projects. … Read more
United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called an early general election for July 4, leading to a significant political shakeup within the Conservative Party. At least 78 Conservative Members of Parliament (MPs) have announced their decision not to stand for re-election. Rishi Sunak Called For Early Elections Why In News All You Need To … Read more
The 46th edition of the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting, also known as the Antarctic Parliament, in Kochi, Kerala. It is scheduled to go on till May 30 and will see a wide range of Antarctica-related discussions, especially the rise of tourism in the continent, and its implications. India Hosts The Antarctic Parliament Why In News … Read more
Calcutta High Court cancelled 5 lakh OBC certificates issued by the West Bengal government since 2010, calling such reservations in jobs and services in the state illegal. The court said “religion” seems to be the “sole criterion” for declaring these communities as OBCs. Calcutta High Court Cancels 5 Lakh OBC Certificates Why In News All … Read more
The global stature of India has been steadily rising, and as a result, many countries have opened their doors to Indian passport holders, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access. This remarkable development has significantly simplified international travel for Indian citizens, eliminating the hassle and time-consuming process of obtaining visas. The Henley Passport Index, a renowned source … Read more
The report of an independent inquiry into the United Kingdom’s contaminated blood scandal will be published, and Britain is expected to shell out more than 10 billion pounds ($12.70 billion) compensating thousands of people who were infected with HIV or hepatitis, British media reported. UK’s Contaminated Blood Scandal Why In News What It Is All … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo topped Forbes’ list of highest-paid athletes for the fourth time in his career while Spanish golfer Jon Rahm moved up to second following his sensational switch to Saudi-backed LIV Golf. Ronaldo became the world’s highest-paid athlete after his move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr and Forbes said the 39-year-old’s estimated total earnings were … Read more
