Syrian Civil War: Proxy Battles and Unchecked Terror Syria’s descent into chaos since the 2011 Arab Spring has tragically unfolded into a brutal civil war, driven not just by internal strife but also by external powers vying for influence in the region. The complex web of foreign interventions has transformed Syria into a battleground where the … Read more
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Wickremarka addressing a press conference in Khammam on Sunday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Wickremarka said that the people’s government will implement the promise of giving Rs 12,000 per year to landless laborers from January 28 and the first installment of Rs 6,000 will be … Read more
Officials of the Department of Tourism and Forests are implementing several initiatives aimed at increasing the tourist attraction of the region. The 3 km ferry ride will provide tourists with panoramic views of the Kinnarsani River surrounded by lush green landscapes, dense forests and majestic mountains, providing a relaxing and picturesque experience. In an effort … Read more
On Thursday morning, a thief tried to steal from the first floor of Alishan Residential Society in Balewadi area. Locals caught him and handed him over to the Pune police. Police said that the accused, 32-year-old Bappa Sarkar, was admitted to the hospital for treatment. An FIR was registered at Baner police station in this … Read more
The air pollution crisis in Delhi arises from a complex interaction of multiple sources. Together they contribute to the annual crisis, in which the Indian capital often ranks among the world’s most polluted cities. For residents of Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), the choice is clear: continue on the path of “death-by-breath” or strive for a … Read more
Aiyar revealed that despite being associated with the Congress for decades, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi rarely interacted with each other. Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar recently described the irony of his political career, saying it was both “made and unmade” by the Gandhi family. In an interview with PTI, the 83-year-old leader spoke … Read more
Nagpur: The 10-day-old BJP-led Mahayuti coalition government in Maharashtra was expanded in Nagpur on Sunday, with 39 ministers taking oath, taking its tally to 42. By extension, the BJP got 19 ministers, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena 11 and Ajit Pawar’s Nationalist Congress Party 9. 33 MPs took oath as Cabinet Ministers and 6 MPs took … Read more
It is alleged that a couple assaulted a female traffic police officer and took away her mobile while she was on duty on Link Road in Chinchwad on Saturday afternoon. The Pimpri Chinchwad police have arrested the two – Milind Rajendra Pawar (32) of Sawar Khadki and his friend, a 28-year-old woman who works in … Read more
Bashar al-Assad: The legacy of a divided Syria The brutal 54-year rule of the Assad family in Syria appears to be over. Within days, opposition forces captured Aleppo’s main city, Hama, Homs and finally, on December 7, 2024, the capital, Damascus, before advancing south to other government-held areas. The offensive was most surprising, with the … Read more
Islamabad [Pakistan]: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday directed the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to launch a nationwide crackdown on people-trafficking networks, after a Pakistani citizen died trying to enter Europe illegally by boat, The News International reported on Sunday. Naqvi stressed the urgent need to dismantle criminal mafias, which have destroyed families. Acting … Read more
When she was a budding cricketer, Dharavi resident Simran Shaikh’s neighbors discouraged her father from allowing her to play the game saying ‘ye ladki, ladkon ke saath khelti’ (she plays with boys). On Sunday evening, the men made a beeline to congratulate her father Zahid Ali, a wireman, at her small home in Asia’s largest … Read more
Syria Civil War: How a Militarized Society with a War-Ready Army Can Collapse in a Week? After successfully defeating Islamic State and Turkish-backed rebels in 2016, Syrian Arab Army fighters were considered a formidable fighting force that had built a reputation for influencing events in the Middle East. On November 27, when Aleppo, Syria’s second … Read more
Out of 39 MLAs, 33 have been made Cabinet Ministers and 6 have taken oath as Ministers of State. A total of 39 MLAs joined the Maharashtra government on Sunday, days after the Mahayuti government was formed following a historic victory in the Maharashtra assembly elections. The oath taking ceremony was held in Nagpur. It … Read more
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Trump 2.0: The Second Presidency and Its Challenges for India As Donald Trump begins his second term as president, the political and geopolitical landscape of the United States is poised for a major shift. Trump’s return signals a potential shift in America’s realpolitik, which could bring about a much-needed recalibration of its domestic and international … Read more
Chief Minister Manik Shah on Sunday said that many projects to connect Tripura with Bangladesh have been delayed due to the chaos in neighboring countries. Shah said this while laying the foundation stone of seven different projects in Udaipur of South Tripura district. The Chief Minister of Tripura said that Maitri Setu, which was built … Read more
The world of fragrance can be mesmerizing but confusing for amateurs. With so many types, and so many different notes to choose from, choosing the fragrance that suits you best can be a tedious and expensive affair. Lucky for us, digital producer Dikshana Reddy shared an easy hack to help us in this endeavour. Taking … Read more
The much-awaited cabinet expansion of the Devendra Fadnavis-led government in Maharashtra saw 39 ministers take oath at a ceremony in Nagpur on Sunday. But the ministers were included with a rider: Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said their tenure would be two-and-a-half years, and their continuation would depend on a review. While many in the … Read more
After being denied a ticket in the 2019 assembly elections, Bawankule was made the state BJP president in August 2022. In the Lok Sabha elections earlier this year, the BJP suffered a defeat winning only nine seats out of the 28 contested, the assembly elections saw the BJP earn the most. A score of 132 … Read more
Taking its first step towards making treated sewage water fit for human consumption – the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to upgrade one of its existing sewage treatment plants (STP) with a capacity of 15 million liters (MLD) to an advanced tertiary plant. (ATP) that disinfects and recycles sewage water, making it potable. Currently, … Read more
The smartphone market is always buzzing with activity, with brands vying for attention in the budget, mid-range and premium segments throughout the year. However, the first quarter is particularly exciting for high-end smartphone enthusiasts. As we welcome 2025, here are five smartphones we’re looking forward to starting next year. OnePlus 13 OnePlus 13 will ship … Read more
In today’s day and age, trying to discern what’s right and what’s wrong when it comes to choosing healthy food choices from what’s presented on the internet is a daunting task. With content creators shoving information down our throats every step of the way, a new category titled ‘health foods’ has emerged – one that … Read more
Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has said that the irony of his life is that his political career was “made by the Gandhis and not made by the Gandhis”. Iyer said that for 10 years he was not given the opportunity to meet Sonia Gandhi or spend any meaningful time with Rahul Gandhi except … Read more
Two Russian oil tankers have suffered major damage amid a storm in the Kerch Strait, spilling oil and triggering an emergency rescue operation, Russian officials told state news outlets on Sunday. The Volgoneft-212 tanker, carrying 13 crew members and a cargo of fuel oil, ran aground and had its bow torn off, Russian state news … Read more
The Sambhal district administration has written to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) for carbon dating of the Bhasma Shankar temple along with its well, officials said on Sunday, days after the temple, closed since 1978 following communal riots in the city, reopened. . They said that devotees have started coming to the temple and … Read more