In a decisive move, the Indian government has formally withdrawn the Income-Tax Bill, 2025—originally introduced on February 13 in the Lok Sabha as a substitute for the long-standing Income-Tax Act of 1961. The withdrawal, announced on August 8, 2025, paves the way for a substantially redrafted bill that integrates key suggestions from the Select Committee,…
Spain has formally abandoned its plans to procure U.S.-made F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, opting instead to invest heavily in European defence projects, including the Eurofighter Typhoon and the Franco-German Future Combat Air System (FCAS). This strategic pivot underscores Madrid’s commitment to bolstering defence sovereignty, supporting domestic industry, and reducing reliance on American military hardware.The…
In a striking geopolitical shift, China has publicly sided with India amidst escalating trade tensions with the United States. On August 6, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports, citing India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. This latest measure brings the total U.S. tariff on Indian goods to a…
In a critical development indicating Tesla’s serious foray into the Indian electric vehicle (EV) market, the American EV leader has procured a 33,475 sq ft space in Orchid Business Park on Gurugram’s Sohna Road, earmarked for its first official service, support, delivery, and retail hub in India’s Delhi-NCR region. This confirms the EV giant’s strategic…
In a startling revelation backed by historical research, it has come to light that Britain drained a staggering ₹374 lakh crore (approximately $45 trillion) from India during its colonial rule. This enormous economic extraction, which took place between the 18th and mid-20th century, left India impoverished while funding Britain’s industrial and imperial rise. This figure…
Uttarkashi, August,2025 – A catastrophic cloudburst struck the Dharali village of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand on Tuesday afternoon, resulting in a massive landslide that claimed at least four lives and left over 50 people missing. The incident occurred around 1:45 pm, approximately 4 kilometers from the Indian Army camp at Harsil and has severed all…
Kyiv/Moscow, August, 2025 — In a major development in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Russian forces have taken control of Ukraine’s second-largest lithium deposit, escalating global concerns over the control of critical resources essential for the clean energy and electric vehicle (EV) industries. The captured site, whose exact location remains undisclosed due to security reasons, is…
Kerala’s dream of witnessing football legend Lionel Messi play live has come to a disappointing end. The Argentine superstar, who was expected to play a match in the state in 2025 with his national team, will not be making the visit after all. Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman confirmed the cancellation on Monday, ending months…
In a move being hailed by consumer advocacy groups in the United States, PepsiCo has begun reformulating its snack and beverage products to remove several controversial food additives—like Red 40, Yellow 5, and monosodium glutamate (MSG)—due to growing health concerns. However, these same products sold in India still contain these potentially harmful ingredients, sparking outrage…
In a significant move towards sustainability and affordability, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has partnered with the Akshaya Patra Foundation to offer nutritious, eco-friendly vegetarian meals for just ₹80. This initiative is being rolled out at select railway stations across India, marking a major step in making travel more comfortable and environment-conscious…