In an unprecedented step towards urban animal welfare, Bengaluru’s Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has decided to allocate ₹2.8 crore to provide nutritious meals to stray dogs across the city. This initiative is being hailed as India’s first large-scale municipal-level stray feeding programme, aiming to improve stray health, reduce aggression, and ensure harmonious human-animal coexistence….
🌱 Introduction In an era of climate volatility, land degradation, and farmer distress, regenerative agriculture has emerged as a holistic alternative to conventional practices. Rooted in indigenous wisdom yet backed by modern science, this approach restores soil health, enhances biodiversity, increases farm resilience, and nurtures equitable livelihoods across the agricultural value chain. 🔬 What is…
In a crucial intervention amid rising concerns over fertiliser availability for the ongoing Kharif season, BJP national president JP Nadda has assured farmers in Telangana of uninterrupted fertiliser supply while emphasising the need for fair and transparent distribution to reach every eligible farmer. The assurance comes following Telangana state’s appeal to the Centre seeking an…
In a significant stride towards maritime self-reliance, India is set to commission its first indigenously built submarine rescue ship, marking a decisive shift from its decades-long reliance on Soviet-origin rescue support. This strategic platform is poised to enhance the Indian Navy’s underwater operational safety, operational flexibility, and capability to support submarine deployments in the Indian…
In a significant development that has stirred discussions within political and bureaucratic circles, the tender floated for the renovation of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s official residence has been cancelled, with authorities citing “administrative reasons” behind the abrupt withdrawal. Background to the proposed renovation Earlier this year, the Public Works Department (PWD) of Delhi had…
The Supreme Court of India has taken suo motu cognisance of an emerging legal and constitutional issue regarding probe agencies summoning or questioning lawyers who represent accused individuals or political parties. The apex court’s intervention comes amid rising concerns within the legal fraternity about potential intimidation, breach of confidentiality, and violation of professional ethics when…
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has urged Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Members of Parliament (MPs) from the state to support the government’s efforts in rehabilitating thousands of disaster-affected families by facilitating necessary clearances for forest land allocation. His appeal comes at a time when rehabilitation and reconstruction remain a top priority for the…
In a significant development for India’s trade diplomacy, New Delhi is actively exploring the possibility of an interim trade agreement with the European Union (EU) to fast-track gains from the protracted negotiations on a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This comes amid global supply chain realignments and efforts to diversify trade partners beyond China. Background:…
The recent crash of an Indian Air Force (IAF) Jaguar aircraft has sparked widespread debate among defence analysts, aviation experts, and citizens alike. Are these Anglo-French origin jets, inducted in the late 1970s and early 1980s, now too old to fly in high-intensity operational environments, or are they still “aging like fine wine” as some…
In a historic diplomatic gesture, Brazil has conferred its highest national honour, the Order of the Southern Cross, on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a new milestone in India-Brazil relations. The award was presented by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during PM Modi’s official visit to Brasilia for the BRICS Summit, cementing…
