Bangkok Building Collapses After Myanmar Earthquake: Investigation Focuses on Chinese Construction Firm

Bangkok Building Collapses After Myanmar Earthquake: Investigation Focuses on Chinese Construction Firm

​On March 28, 2025, a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The tremors were felt across neighboring countries, including Thailand, where a significant structural failure occurred in Bangkok. A 30-story building under construction, intended to house the State Audit Office, collapsed, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and numerous…

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India’s Highway Expansion: ₹16 Trillion Plan to Upgrade 41,000 km of Roads

India’s Highway Expansion: ₹16 Trillion Plan to Upgrade 41,000 km of Roads

India is embarking on an ambitious plan to upgrade its national highway infrastructure, aiming to enhance connectivity, reduce travel time, and bolster economic growth across the nation. Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that the government will upgrade 25,000 kilometers of two-lane highways to four lanes at an estimated cost of ₹10…

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Indians Spent 1.1 Trillion Hours on Smartphones in 2024: EY Report

Indians Spent 1.1 Trillion Hours on Smartphones in 2024: EY Report

India’s digital consumption reached an unprecedented milestone in 2024, with Indians spending a staggering 1.1 trillion hours on smartphones. According to EY’s annual entertainment report, 70% of this time was devoted to social media, gaming, and video streaming. This surge in digital engagement has reshaped the country’s media and entertainment (M&E) industry, pushing digital media…

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Brazil Pushes Forward with Controversial Amazon Highway Ahead of Climate Summit in Belém

Brazil Pushes Forward with Controversial Amazon Highway Ahead of Climate Summit in Belém

Brazil is moving forward with an ambitious infrastructure project that will cut through eight miles of the Amazon rainforest in preparation for the upcoming climate summit in Belém. The large-scale development aims to accommodate over 50,000 attendees, including global leaders who will gather to address pressing climate issues and work toward sustainable solutions. While the…

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India to Replace Maitri Station with Maitri-2 in Antarctica by 2029

India to Replace Maitri Station with Maitri-2 in Antarctica by 2029

​India is set to enhance its Antarctic research endeavors by establishing Maitri-2, a state-of-the-art research station slated to become operational by 2029. This new facility will replace the aging Maitri station, which has been in service since 1989. Located in East Antarctica, Maitri-2 will be situated just a few kilometers from the current station, accommodating…

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Sam Altman Reacts to Viral Ghibli-Inspired AI Images, OpenAI Limits Generations

Sam Altman Reacts to Viral Ghibli-Inspired AI Images, OpenAI Limits Generations

​OpenAI’s ChatGPT has recently introduced a feature that allows users to generate images in the distinctive style of Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese animation studio behind classics like “Spirited Away” and “My Neighbor Totoro.” This development has sparked widespread enthusiasm, with social media platforms flooded with “Ghiblified” images ranging from personal photos to reimagined internet…

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India Introduces Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025: Key Features and Impact

India Introduces Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025: Key Features and Impact

​On March 11, 2025, the Government of India introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha. This landmark legislation aims to modernize and consolidate India’s immigration framework by repealing outdated colonial-era laws, including the Passport (Entry into India) Act of 1920, the Registration of Foreigners Act of 1939, the Foreigners Act of…

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