Kash Patel, a former Trump administration official and prominent conservative figure in the US, has often found himself at the centre of controversies. The latest wave stems from resurfaced conspiracy theories linking public personalities to Jeffrey Epstein’s secret network, and even claims of Mossad infiltration in US power structures. Amid this, Patel’s girlfriend publicly addressed…
Mini Mathur, one of India’s most respected and stylish television hosts, recently opened up about her decision to step away from TV anchoring, sparking discussions on the state of Indian television content. Known for her natural charm, knowledge, and spontaneity, Mathur hosted shows like Indian Idol, Kaun Banega Crorepati pre-shows, Iss Jungle Se Mujhe Bachao,…
Rituparna Sengupta, one of Indian cinema’s most versatile and enduring female superstars, recently shared an inspiring note on her life in films, calling herself a ‘shero’ who rose despite the odds. The National Award-winning actress, who has reigned over Bengali cinema for nearly three decades and successfully ventured into Hindi and regional industries, spoke candidly…
In a significant administrative reform aimed at gender inclusivity and dignity in public offices, the Bangladesh government has announced the removal of the mandatory ‘sir’ salutation for women officials. This decision reverses a long-standing protocol from Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s earlier tenure that institutionalised addressing both male and female officers as ‘sir’, sparking decades of…
India’s vision to become a global economic powerhouse by harnessing its demographic dividend rests significantly on equipping its youth with employable skills. However, recent data highlights a deep skill education divide across Indian states, with some showing exemplary integration of vocational education in schools while others lag due to policy inertia, infrastructural gaps, and implementation…
In a major boost to India’s educational inclusion goals, the Siddhartha Foundation for Public Initiatives (SFPI) has announced its ambitious plan to offer one lakh scholarships under the Vidyadhan Scholarship Programme 2025 to meritorious but economically disadvantaged students across the country. The announcement marks a transformative expansion of SFPI’s mission to create equitable academic opportunities,…
In a significant move aimed at promoting school attendance among rural and underprivileged children, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a yearly travel allowance of Rs 6,000 for students whose schools are located more than five kilometres away from their residence. The decision was finalised during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath,…
In a significant escalation of tension between the Kerala government and minority religious organisations, prominent Muslim bodies in the state have declared statewide protests against the recent decision to extend school hours under the state’s academic reforms. The protests, announced by the Samasta Kerala Jem-iyyathul Ulama, one of Kerala’s largest Muslim organisations, are expected to…
In a major move that could unlock large-scale urban development potential in India’s financial capital, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has urged the Union Civil Aviation Ministry to relocate radars installed in Mumbai to facilitate redevelopment projects stuck due to aviation safety restrictions. The request was made during his recent meeting with Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya…
In a significant stride towards strengthening its indigenous defence capabilities, India has successfully test-fired the Astra air-to-air missile with a strike range of around 100 km. The missile was test-fired by the Indian Air Force (IAF) from a Su-30MKI fighter jet off the coast of Odisha, marking a major milestone in India’s effort to equip…
