In a dramatic UEFA Nations League quarter-final second leg, Germany and Italy played out a thrilling 3-3 draw at Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund, on March 23, 2025. Despite the draw, Germany advanced to the semi-finals with a 5-4 aggregate victory. The first half was dominated by Germany, who raced to a commanding 3-0 lead. Captain…
In a remarkable display of customer-centric leadership, Nithin Kamath, CEO of Zerodha, turned a potential setback into a valuable lesson in customer acquisition. The story unfolded when Bengaluru-based product manager Sachin Jha was compelled to close his Zerodha account due to a compliance mandate from his wife’s employer, a global investment bank. The bank deemed…
India’s dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman, Ishan Kishan, has expressed his thoughts on being bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the latest Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. The left-handed batter, who was previously with Mumbai Indians, was acquired by SRH in a high-profile bidding war. In a candid conversation after the auction, Kishan humorously remarked, “Do I have…
A fresh political storm has erupted in West Bengal following the appearance of posters featuring Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Trinamool Congress (TMC) General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee. The posters, displayed in various parts of southern Kolkata, have sparked speculation about internal dynamics within the ruling party. The Controversial Posters The first set of posters, unveiled…
In a violent altercation in Manipur’s Imphal East district, four militants of the banned United National Liberation Front (UNLF) faction, Pambei, sustained injuries following a clash with members of the radical Meitei organization, Arambai Tenggol. The incident, which unfolded on Saturday afternoon, has heightened tensions in the region. Details of the Incident The clash occurred…
In a major breakthrough against wildlife trafficking, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has successfully dismantled an elephant tusk smuggling ring in Bamunigaon, Assam. The operation, conducted on March 22, led to the seizure of approximately 14 kilograms of elephant tusks and the arrest of two individuals believed to be key players in the illegal…
In a significant development, the Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) has announced the cancellation of all remaining Higher Secondary (HS) 1st Year examinations for 2025. The decision comes in the wake of a suspected question paper leak, which has raised serious concerns about the integrity of the examination process. The Incident The controversy began…
Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has declared that the state is now regarded as a leading force among the North Eastern states, marking a new chapter in its development journey. Speaking at an event celebrating Bihar Day at Albert Ekka Park in Agartala, Dr. Saha highlighted the state’s transformation from a developing region to…
The Twipra Students’ Federation (TSF) has launched an indefinite protest, blocking the Assam-Agartala National Highway and causing widespread disruptions across Tripura. The student-led agitation stems from demands to adopt the Roman script for Kokborok, the language of the state’s tribal communities. Impact on Daily Life The blockade has severely affected daily life, with ambulances, school…
India’s smartphone manufacturing sector has achieved a significant milestone, recording a 6% year-on-year growth in 2024, according to Counterpoint’s ‘Make in India’ Service report. This growth has been largely fueled by the rising exports of Apple and Samsung, which together accounted for an impressive 94% of India’s smartphone exports. Key Drivers of Growth The Indian…
