In a move stirring geopolitical ripples, Japan has scaled back its engagement with NATO, opting to send a lower-level delegate to the 2025 NATO Summit while reaffirming its commitment to Indo-Pacific partnerships. The decision, seen as a recalibration rather than retreat, comes amid growing tensions with China and a strained alliance with the U.S. under…
In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, has declared the European Union a “real enemy” of Russia, warning that Ukraine’s accession to the bloc would pose a direct threat to Moscow’s national security. His remarks, posted on Telegram on June 25, 2025, mark a significant shift in Russia’s…
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has stirred internal party debate with a pointed remark aimed at senior leader Shashi Tharoor, following the latter’s recent praise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking at a press conference on June 25, Kharge said the Congress believes in the principle of “country first, party later”, but added, “For some people,…
In a landmark ruling, the Madras High Court has declared that a married woman does not require her husband’s permission or signature to apply for a passport, calling the contrary practice a reflection of “male supremacism” and a violation of women’s constitutional rights. Court Rebukes Passport Office Over Outdated Norms The judgment came after a…
In a scathing rebuke of bureaucratic negligence, the Supreme Court of India has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to pay ₹5 lakh in ad hoc compensation to a man who remained in Ghaziabad District Jail for 28 days despite being granted bail by the apex court on April 29, 2025. The delay stemmed from a…
A whistleblower in Arunachal Pradesh has alleged a ₹2 crore scam linked to fraudulent compensation claims and illegal constructions in the Lower Dibang Valley, echoing the infamous Trans-Arunachal Highway (TAH) scam. The controversy centers around the Athunli Hydroelectric Project (HEP), where hundreds of “ghost settlements” have reportedly emerged to exploit land acquisition benefits under the…
The highly anticipated Season 4 of Panchayat, starring Neena Gupta and Jitendra Kumar, has been leaked online within hours of its official release on Amazon Prime Video on June 24, 2025. All eight episodes of the beloved rural dramedy were illegally uploaded to various cloud-based piracy platforms, bypassing traditional torrent sites like Tamilrockers and Filmyzilla….
In a bizarre twist of fate, a 27-year-old unemployed shoe salesman from Delhi, once duped by a fake “playboy job” ad, has now been arrested for running the same gigolo scam that once targeted him. The Central District Cyber Police busted the racket operating out of Nangloi, arresting two men—Himanshu (25) and Vishal (19)—who allegedly…
Union Bank of India has announced a strategic capital-raising plan worth ₹6,000 crore, combining both equity and debt instruments, to strengthen its balance sheet and support future expansion. The decision was approved during the bank’s board meeting held on June 25, 2025. Capital Structure Breakdown According to the exchange filing, the public sector lender will…
In a major boost to India’s private defence manufacturing sector, Anil Ambani-led Reliance Infrastructure has announced that its subsidiary, Reliance Defence, has bagged a ₹600 crore export order from German defence giant Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH. The deal is one of the largest high-tech ammunition contracts awarded to an Indian private company and marks a…
In a candid revelation, filmmaker Mansoor Khan has opened up about the behind-the-scenes turmoil during the making of the 1992 cult classic Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, disclosing that Milind Soman was removed from the film and replaced by Deepak Tijori after lead actor Aamir Khan urged him to “throw these guys out.” A Casting Crisis…
Bengaluru-based trading platform Sahi, co-founded by former Swiggy CTO Dale Vaz and ex-Kotak Securities executive Manish Jain, has secured $10.5 million in Series A funding from existing backers Accel and Elevation Capital. The fresh capital will fuel product innovation, team expansion, and nationwide market penetration as the startup positions itself as a next-gen AI-led broking…
Goldman Sachs has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to India, with Kim-Thu Posnett, Global Co-Head of Investment Banking, calling the country a “core pillar” of the firm’s global growth strategy. Speaking at a recent investor summit, Posnett highlighted India’s robust macroeconomic fundamentals, digital transformation, and expanding capital markets as key drivers of the bank’s bullish outlook….
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has reported a stellar 42% surge in standalone net profit, reaching ₹1,552 crore in FY25, up from ₹1,095 crore in FY24. The not-for-profit entity also posted a 19% rise in revenue, clocking ₹3,270 crore for the fiscal year ending March 2025. UPI Drives Growth Despite Zero MDR NPCI’s…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a significant extension in trading hours for key money market segments, aiming to enhance liquidity management and price discovery across the financial system. The revised timings will come into effect in two phases, starting July 1, 2025. New Trading Hours for Call Money and Repo Markets The…
Automation Anywhere, a global leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), has unveiled a major expansion of its AI-powered automation platform, introducing new capabilities aimed at transforming enterprise operations. The move underscores the company’s strategic bet on India’s rapidly growing AI ecosystem, with significant contributions from its India-based development teams. Key Highlights of the Expansion The…
In a remarkable feat of DIY engineering, high school student and YouTuber Byran Huang has built a fully functional open-source laptop from scratch—and it boots three seconds faster than his own MacBook Pro. Dubbed “anyon_e”, the project has taken the tech world by storm for its sleek design, powerful specs, and complete transparency. A Laptop…
In a major leap for autonomous robotics, Google DeepMind has launched Gemini Robotics On-Device, a compact AI model that enables robots to operate without internet connectivity, revolutionizing how machines function in real-world, low-connectivity environments. Offline, Yet Exceptionally Capable Unlike its cloud-based predecessor, the on-device model runs entirely on a robot’s internal hardware, allowing it to…
In a dramatic turn of events, Pakistani Army Major Moiz Abbas Shah, the officer credited with capturing Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman during the 2019 aerial skirmish, was killed in a fierce gunbattle with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in South Waziristan on June 24, 2025. High-Profile Officer Falls in Anti-Terror Operation Major Shah, a…
Before embarking on grueling 40-hour stealth missions, B-2 Spirit bomber pilots undergo weeks of preparation—not just in flight planning, but in strict dietary conditioning designed to optimize endurance, digestion, and alertness. A recent report has shed light on the unconventional but essential food regimen that keeps these elite pilots mission-ready. Nutrition Meets National Security Retired…
In one of the most audacious covert operations in recent history, Israel’s intelligence agency Mossad, in collaboration with the Israeli military, executed a precision strike deep inside Iranian territory using smuggled drones, artificial intelligence (AI), and years of espionage groundwork. The operation, dubbed “Operation Rising Lion,” unfolded on June 13, 2025, targeting Iran’s nuclear and…
In a groundbreaking study, researchers at Israel’s Weizmann Institute of Science have uncovered the biological mechanism that prevents the immune system from attacking food—a process known as oral tolerance. The discovery could revolutionize treatments for food allergies, celiac disease, and other autoimmune disorders. ROR-Gamma-T Cells: The Peacekeepers of the Gut The study, published in Nature,…
Renowned AIIMS-trained gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi has emphasized the importance of combining probiotics with fibre-rich foods after completing a course of antibiotics to restore gut health. In a recent health advisory, Dr. Sethi explained that while antibiotics are essential for fighting infections, they also wipe out beneficial gut bacteria, leading to digestive imbalances and weakened…
Mumbai’s water supply outlook has significantly improved as the combined water level in the city’s seven lakes rose to 35%, a dramatic increase from just 5.31% during the same period last year. The surge follows consistent rainfall across catchment areas, offering much-needed relief to residents and civic authorities. Monsoon Showers Replenish Reservoirs According to the…
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has called for a tactical shake-up ahead of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, advocating the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav in place of Shardul Thakur. The suggestion comes in the wake of India’s five-wicket loss in the opening Test at Headingley, where the bowling unit—barring Jasprit Bumrah—struggled to contain…
India head coach Gautam Gambhir has confirmed that premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah will feature in only three of the five Tests in the ongoing England series, as part of a pre-planned workload management strategy. Despite India’s five-wicket loss in the opening Test at Headingley, Gambhir emphasized that the team will not alter its approach based…
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called on the Union Government to take peaceful diplomatic initiatives to help de-escalate the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, which has seen a surge in missile and drone exchanges in recent weeks. Speaking during a legislative session on environmental issues, Banerjee expressed concern over the global impact…
Amid escalating tensions in West Asia and fears of a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, India has significantly ramped up its crude oil imports from the United States and activated contingency plans to bypass the volatile maritime chokepoint. The move is part of a broader strategy to diversify energy sources and shield the…
In a historic leap toward energy self-sufficiency, Bihar is set to receive its first-ever nuclear power plant, as part of the Centre’s ambitious rollout of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) under the Nuclear Energy Mission 2025–26. The announcement was made by Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar during the Eastern Region Power Ministers’ Conference held in…
Just a day after a US-brokered ceasefire between Iran and Israel, Tehran has executed three men accused of spying for Mossad and arrested over 700 individuals allegedly linked to Israeli intelligence. The sweeping crackdown marks a dramatic escalation in Iran’s internal security operations following a 12-day conflict with Tel Aviv. Executions Follow Espionage Allegations The…
