In a significant development for India’s defence export sector, Nibe Limited, a Pune-based defence engineering firm, has secured a substantial international order valued at ₹150.6 crore from a prominent Israel-based original equipment manufacturer (OEM). The announcement, made on May 26, 2025, led to a 5% surge in Nibe’s shares, hitting the upper circuit at ₹1,601.85…
In a compelling piece of psychological research, a study published in The Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology (2011) by cognitive scientists Gary Lupyan of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Daniel Swingley of the University of Pennsylvania has found that talking to yourself can significantly improve focus and problem-solving abilities. This research brings fresh insight into…
Prominent Bangladeshi actress Nusraat Faria, renowned for her portrayal of Sheikh Hasina in the biographical film Mujib: The Making of a Nation, was arrested on May 18 at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka while preparing to board a flight to Thailand. The arrest was made in connection with an attempted murder case tied to…
On May 21, 2025, IndiGo flight 6E2142, operating an Airbus A321 (registration VT-IMD), encountered a severe hailstorm while en route from Delhi to Srinagar, leading to significant damage to the aircraft’s nose cone. Despite the mid-air emergency, the flight landed safely at Srinagar Airport at approximately 6:30 PM, ensuring the safety of all 227 passengers…
Kansas City, Missouri — On the evening of July 17, 1981, hundreds of people gathered in the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Hotel for a festive tea dance. As music echoed through the multi-story atrium, guests watched from above on suspended walkways. At 7:05 PM, tragedy struck when two of the overhead walkways—on the second…
In a major relief for lakhs of daily commuters across India, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has reintroduced and reinforced a highly beneficial initiative. Residents who live within a 20-kilometre radius of any toll plaza on national highways are now eligible to apply for a monthly toll pass costing only ₹340, which allows…
In a significant move reflecting the current geopolitical climate, leading Indian online fashion retailers Myntra and Reliance-owned AJIO have ceased the sale of Turkish apparel brands on their platforms. This decision aligns with the growing national sentiment advocating for a boycott of Turkish products following Turkey’s support for Pakistan during recent military conflicts with India….
In a pioneering move blending technology with governance, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma unveiled “Ankita,” the state’s first AI-generated anchor, via the social media platform X. This innovative step marks a significant stride in leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance public communication. Ankita, an acronym for Assam’s New-age Knowledge-based Information Technology Anchor, made her debut…
In a development that has alarmed national security experts, U.S. energy officials have reportedly uncovered unauthorized communication devices, often referred to as “kill switches,” embedded in Chinese-manufactured inverters used in American solar farms. These devices could potentially allow external actors to remotely disable parts of the U.S. power grid, posing a significant threat to energy…
In a significant development, the U.S. House of Representatives has introduced a bill proposing a 5% tax on remittances sent abroad by non-citizens, including H-1B visa holders and green card holders. This move could have far-reaching implications for the Indian diaspora, which constitutes a substantial portion of the U.S. immigrant population. Overview of the Proposed…