In a landmark development for India’s defence self-reliance initiatives, Bharat Forge—through its defence subsidiary Kalyani Strategic Systems—has emerged as the lowest bidder (L1) in the Indian Army’s tender to supply over 4.25 lakh indigenously developed CQB (Close Quarter Battle) carbines. The contract, estimated to be worth around Rs 2,000 crore, marks one of the largest…
At the recent St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a remark that has sparked widespread discussion: Ukraine does not need to surrender—it merely has to accept the reality on the ground. Speaking in a carefully measured tone, Putin emphasized that acknowledging the current territorial situation would be a crucial step toward…
In a dramatic yet measured move on Monday night, Iran launched a limited missile strike on the U.S.-operated air base in Qatar, a development that is unexpectedly fueling optimism for a potential de-escalation of regional tensions. The operation, which targeted the renowned Al Udeid Air Base, was executed with precise intent—ensuring that all missiles were…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made a startling accusation against Moscow, claiming that Russia returned at least 20 of its own dead soldiers to Ukraine during recent prisoner of war (PoW) and fallen troop exchanges. Speaking to journalists, Zelenskyy described the act as a reflection of Russia’s “disregard for its own soldiers”, stating, “They threw…
In a provocative statement that has sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles, Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council and close aide to President Vladimir Putin, claimed that “a number of countries are ready to directly supply Iran with their own nuclear warheads”. The assertion comes in the wake of US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear…
India’s position on Iran’s nuclear programme has undergone a significant transformation over the past two decades—from voting against Tehran in 2005 to abstaining in 2024, reflecting New Delhi’s nuanced balancing act amid shifting geopolitical dynamics. 🗳️ 2005: India Votes Against Iran at IAEA On September 24, 2005, India joined 21 other nations in voting for…
As women cross the age of 40, hormonal changes and lifestyle factors can significantly impact eye health. According to Dr. Sudheer Verma, Senior Consultant at Sharp Sight Eye Hospitals, women are particularly vulnerable to a range of age-related eye conditions, many of which can go unnoticed until they begin to affect daily life. Here are…
A newly identified COVID-19 subvariant, NB.1.8.1, nicknamed ‘Nimbus’, is making headlines for its unusual symptom profile and rapid global spread. While health authorities including the WHO and CDC confirm that the variant does not cause more severe illness, its high transmissibility and distinctive symptoms have raised public health concerns. 🌐 What Is NB.1.8.1 (Nimbus)? NB.1.8.1…
India’s top government scientists have officially declared Covid-19 as endemic, marking a significant shift in the country’s pandemic response strategy. According to experts from the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the virus is now characterized by small, cyclical outbreaks rather than large-scale waves, thanks to high population immunity…
The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has raised red flags over proposed changes to India’s telecom procurement policy, warning that relaxing local content (LC) norms could severely disadvantage domestic manufacturers and open the floodgates for multinational corporations (MNCs) to dominate government contracts. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has initiated a public consultation process, open until…
