India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs), once narrowly focused on back-office support, are undergoing a monumental transformation and are now poised to become a cornerstone of the country’s economic and employment landscape. According to a recent industry report, GCCs are expected to contribute 2% to India’s GDP by 2030 and generate approximately 2.8 million direct jobs,…
In a tragic case that has reignited concerns over caste-based violence and honour killings in India, a 25-year-old Dalit techie from Tamil Nadu was allegedly murdered by the family of his upper-caste girlfriend in what police have confirmed as an honour killing. The incident occurred in the outskirts of Coimbatore and has sent shockwaves across…
In a tragic incident that has stirred public outrage and prompted immediate government action, a student in Tripura allegedly died by suicide under circumstances that have triggered allegations of institutional negligence and psychological distress. In response to growing protests and emotional appeals from civil society and student organizations, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has ordered…
In a decisive blow to cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, Union Home Minister Amit Shah confirmed the elimination of three top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) militants, including the group’s commander Suleiman, in a high-stakes security operation codenamed “Operation Mahadev.” The three terrorists, including the mastermind of the recent Pahalgam terror attack, were neutralized by Indian security…
In a sensational case that has sent shockwaves across Kerala’s startup ecosystem, a couple was arrested by the police for allegedly extorting several crores from the owner of a reputed IT firm based in Kochi’s Infopark. The arrest, made by the Kerala Police’s cyber crime wing, brings to light a meticulously planned blackmail and extortion…
In a significant step towards ensuring road safety and environmental cleanliness, the district administration of East Jaintia Hills in Meghalaya has officially banned the spillage of materials from trucks on public roads. The move, driven by repeated public complaints and multiple incidents related to accidents and road degradation, is aimed at controlling the hazardous practice…
In a statement that has reignited a national debate over migration, identity, and national security, Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi recently described the demographic changes taking place in Assam and West Bengal as a “ticking time bomb” that could have far-reaching implications for the nation’s internal stability. Speaking at a policy dialogue, the Governor expressed…
In West Bengal’s highly charged political landscape, the term “free and fair elections” is increasingly viewed by citizens and opposition parties alike as a myth—dismissed locally in Bengali slang as “ghorar dim”, or “horse’s egg”, which metaphorically stands for something absurd or impossible. This phrase captures the disillusionment that many feel regarding the conduct of…
In a critical move to expedite road infrastructure recovery in the northeastern state of Tripura, the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has completed a comprehensive assessment of damage to key highways following recent landslides, flooding, and heavy monsoonal degradation. As part of a strategic collaboration, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Agartala…
Apple is gearing up for one of its biggest MacBook Pro upgrades in recent years with the introduction of the M5 chip, touted to be the most powerful silicon ever developed by the company. Following the success of the M1, M2, and M3 series, the upcoming MacBook Pro with M5 chip is expected to push…
