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Once considered a profane pastime, somewhere between scrolling endlessly and shouting into the void, posting on social media could be more financially rewarding than the sacred ritual of burning the midnight oil in pursuit of a respectable career. Why slave over textbooks, rehearse mock interviews, and pretend to care about core subjects when you could […]
Adani Cement, along with its Group associate M/s PSP Infra, has accomplished a historic engineering feat at Umiya Dham near Ahmedabad, completing the world’s largest religious temple raft foundation casting. This record-breaking execution showcases Adani Cement’s unique ability to combine logistical scale, technical precision, and sustainability innovation. This monumental feat was achieved over an uninterrupted […]
Gujarat has had an enduring connection to migration patterns, both in sending individuals to the US and now, increasingly, in receiving those caught in the crossfire of America’s turbulent immigration policies. It’s well-documented how an increasing number of Gujaratis are risking their reputation and even lives to land lucrative jobs in the US. Undaunted by […]
A man who once lit up a darkened nation is now being seen as the figure to steer Nepal through its political blackout. Just two days after KP Sharma Oli’s dramatic exit, Kulman Ghising’s name has surged to the forefront, championed by the energised, outspoken Gen Z movement that has taken to the streets demanding […]
Right-wing political commentator Charlie Kirk was killed during an event at Utah Valley University. According to reports, security at the event was minimal, which was consistent with how Kirk’s events were typically organised. Students who confided to agencies said that there were no metal detectors or bag checks. Some claimed tickets weren’t even checked. The security detail included six university […]
As many as 43 Gujaratis have managed to reach the Indo-Nepal border safely, away from the nationwide protests in Nepal by Gen-Z students, activists against corruption and social media ban. A large number of Indians, including tourists from Gujarat, have been stranded even as the situation has been turning violent in the last couple of […]
The violent eruption in Kathmandu is widely seen as a symptom of something far more serious than temporary political unrest. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s resignation hasn’t extinguished the flames of protest. The situation may not normalise anytime soon. Observers argue that the chaos reflects a deeper disillusionment with Nepal’s democratic system itself. It’s held that the political […]
As demonstrations continue to grip Nepal under the ‘Gen Z’ banner, Prime Minister KP Oli is reportedly preparing for a trip to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to media reports. At the time of this article going live, his aide Prakash Silwal reportedly claimed that Oli has resigned. Vibes of India awaits […]
Indians who need to travel to the United States on short notice for business or tourism will no longer be able to book expedited B1 (business) or B2 (tourist) visa appointments in third countries—a practice that became common during the COVID-19 pandemic, when wait times for appointments in India had stretched up to three years […]
PM Narendra Modi has reciprocated US President Donald Trump’s statement that he will always “be friends with Modi”. This has signalled that a patch between the two is soon on the cards. With both US President Donald Trump and PM Modi affirming their personal friendship and strength of bilateral ties, India and US appear to have […]
A San Francisco based non- profit organisation, Common Sense Media focused on children’s safety, has flagged Google‘s Gemini AI products as “high risk” for kids and teens. The assessment was released yesterday. The organization found that while Gemini clearly identified itself as a computer and not a friend (which is associated with helping prevent delusional […]
A consultant recently took to social media to share a career update that was anything but celebratory. He wrote that Oracle gave him the pink slip just nine months after receiving the letter of offer. Frustrated and disbelief written on every sentence, this former Infosys employee shared his plight on LinkedIn. He recounted how his […]
In a nation already battling poverty, political isolation, and climate-induced disasters, Afghanistan now finds itself reeling from a series of devastating earthquakes that have left thousands dead and the humanitarian situation at a critical tipping point. On Friday morning, the country was struck by a fresh wave of tremors—four earthquakes in quick succession, measuring 4.5, […]
Pakistan has been in denial but the truth is now louder than ever. Recent satellite images have confirmed what India has been reiterating. That India had destroyed Pakistan’s Nur Khan airbase in Chaklala, Rawalpindi. If more affirmation is needed, it’s this — Pakistan, reports claimed, is reconstructing portions of that airbase. The images were reportedly captured […]
Russia is poised to resume deliveries of its advanced S-400 air defence system to India, months after the platform made its wartime debut during a high-stakes conflict with Pakistan — where it proved to be an impenetrable shield. Negotiations are currently underway to accelerate the delivery of the remaining units under the original deal. Reports […]
In a move that could reshape what is happening in higher education in the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed significant changes to the way international student visas are issued and monitored. The draft regulation, published on August 28, aims to limit the stay of F-1 and J-1 visa holders to […]
India remains steadfast in the face of mounting accusations from the United States. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, back from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China, has made the ‘India Rising’ narrative even louder, highlighting the country’s independence on the global stage. According to reports, he pointed to India’s robust 7.8% GDP growth in the […]
Amid the well-established Pakistan-China friendship — rooted in strategic, economic, and military ties — the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s (SCO) unanimous condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack marks some diplomatic gains for India. China has long supported Islamabad on regional and security issues, including through extensive arms transfers and joint military collaborations. From fighter jets and […]
Homes crumbled and lives were upended in a moment as a severe earthquake tore through the night in Afghanistan. The impact was far-reaching in Eastern Afghanistan, with reports claiming that 600 people died in the tragedy, and 1,300 have survived. The disaster is set to further strain the resources of the South Asian nation, already […]
Two months have passed since the Air India Flight 171 in Ahmedabad left 260 dead even as answers elude the families of the victims. Amid the sullen silence, they approached US-based Beasley Allen Law Firm for justice. As is widely known, Mike Andrews, a 57-year-old lead attorney known for representing victims in the Boeing 737 […]
