In a significant policy reversal, Switzerland’s Federal Council on May 28, 2025, approved the sale of 71 Leopard 1A5 tanks to Germany, lifting a previous ban from 2023. The tanks, currently owned by Swiss arms firm Ruag MRO and stored in Italy, are part of a decades-old fleet originally acquired from Italy in 2016. While…
In a decisive move to curb hazardous air pollution levels, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has imposed a complete and year-round ban on the manufacture, storage, sale, and bursting of all types of firecrackers within the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. The decision, announced through a public notice issued on Sunday, falls under…
Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious and pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, has just made headlines again — not for making a move, but for standing still. Despite not touching his holdings for over a decade, Nakamoto’s estimated 1.096 million Bitcoins have skyrocketed in value and are now worth approximately $129 billion, placing him as the 11th richest…
In the elite world of luxury finance, no credit card stands taller than the American Express Centurion Card, popularly known as the Amex Black Card. Often seen as a symbol of unimaginable wealth and exclusivity, it is the most expensive and elite credit card in the world, crafted for individuals who live a lifestyle far…
Hokkaido, JapanIn a major leap toward sustainable and resilient energy infrastructure, Japan has officially introduced the Yoroi Reactor—a factory-sealed, transportable micro-nuclear reactor designed to safely deliver clean energy to remote communities and disaster-prone zones. Developed through a partnership between a private consortium and Japan’s National Institute for Fusion Science, this modular microreactor marks a new…
In a landmark moment for the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin, the world’s largest and most valuable digital currency, crossed an all-time high of $121,000 (₹1.04 crore) for the first time ever. The surge came in dramatic fashion, with the cryptocurrency gaining $1,000 (approximately ₹86,000) in just five minutes on major exchanges like Coinbase and Binance. This…
In a move underscoring its advancing military capabilities, China has unveiled a new graphite bomb in a promotional animated video aired by state broadcaster CCTV. The weapon, developed by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), is specifically designed to disable enemy power grids without causing physical destruction. Graphite bombs, also known as “soft bombs,”…
In an era where misinformation can spread as fast as missiles, India chose facts and surgical precision. National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval recently revealed the stunning success of Operation Sindoor — a secret military strike executed with such finesse that “not even a single glass was broken,” in his words. The operation, lasting just…
June 23, 2025, marked a bittersweet moment for the future of space burials, as German aerospace startup The Exploration Company (TEC) launched its Nyx capsule under the “Mission Possible” program, in partnership with Texas-based Celestis—a company that specializes in space burials. The Nyx capsule, carrying the cremated remains of 166 individuals, was launched with high…
In a significant update ahead of upcoming elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced that individuals from neighboring countries — Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar — were found during a voter list verification drive but will not be included in the final electoral roll. The Commission clarified this after concerns were raised over the…