Ten days after India’s emphatic victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final, the champions are still waiting to receive the trophy—thanks to an unprecedented standoff involving Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. The controversy, which began in Dubai, took a bizarre turn this week when Naqvi…
Shares of JSW Steel are in sharp focus after the Supreme Court refused to quash ongoing money laundering proceedings against the company and its officials in connection with the Obulapuram Mining Company (OMC) case. The apex court, in its October 7, 2025 ruling, stated that the statutory process under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act…
In a major leap toward general-purpose AI agents, Google has introduced the Gemini 2.5 Computer Use model—a specialized version of its Gemini 2.5 Pro architecture designed to enable AI agents to interact directly with graphical user interfaces (GUIs) across web and mobile platforms. Announced on October 7, 2025, the model is now available in preview…
Folk singer and cultural icon Maithili Thakur has weighed in on the opposition’s allegations of ‘vote theft’ ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, stating that she does not believe it is a real issue and that the people of Bihar are “very happy” with the NDA government. Her remarks, made during a media interaction in…
India’s satellite communication (Satcom) market is poised for exponential growth, with projections indicating a doubling in size over the next couple of years, according to Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia. Speaking at the India Space Congress 2025 held in New Delhi, Scindia emphasized that the country’s Satcom sector is entering a transformative phase driven…
In a fiery political statement that has intensified Bihar’s pre-election discourse, Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav declared that the state needs a Chief Minister who is “mentally fit and politically alert.” The remark, made on October 6, 2025, shortly after the Election Commission announced the dates for the Bihar Assembly elections, is widely seen as…
Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton has officially launched a 90-day statewide campaign to promote local products, indigenous crafts, and homegrown entrepreneurship under the banner of “My Product, My Pride.” The initiative, unveiled on October 6, 2025, in Kohima, aims to empower artisans, farmers, and small businesses by creating market linkages, enhancing visibility, and fostering…
In a major escalation of his protectionist trade agenda, US President Donald Trump has announced a steep 25% tariff on all medium and heavy-duty trucks imported into the United States, effective November 1, 2025. The move, declared via a post on Truth Social, is aimed at shielding American truck manufacturers from what Trump described as…
India may witness another wave of transformative policy reforms ahead of Diwali 2025, according to NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam. Speaking at a high-level economic conclave in New Delhi on October 6, Subrahmanyam said the government is preparing to unveil a fresh set of “next-generation reforms” aimed at boosting productivity, attracting investments, and enhancing ease…
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), often referred to as Indian ginseng or winter cherry, has been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. In recent years, modern science has validated many of its traditional uses, making Ashwagandha tea and supplements increasingly popular among wellness seekers, athletes, and professionals battling stress and fatigue. Whether consumed as a warm…
