Month: May 2024

DRDO’s SMART Move: Bolstering India’s Anti-Submarine Warfare Capabilities

Manish Kumar

In response to the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Indian Ocean, particularly with China’s increasing assertiveness and proximity to Pakistan and the Maldives, India has undertaken significant strides to fortify its maritime defenses. At the forefront of this effort is the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), which recently achieved a significant milestone with the successful trial of the Supersonic Missile Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) anti-submarine missile system. Here’s an in-depth look at the key points surrounding this pivotal development: Strategic Imperative: With the Indian Ocean emerging as a…

Tragedy Strikes: Russian Missile Hits Odesa’s ‘Harry Potter Castle’

Manish Kumar

The serene coastal city of Odesa, Ukraine, was shattered by the deafening roar of a Russian missile that tore through an educational institution the “Harry Potter castle”. This architectural gem, with its enchanting resemblance to a Scottish baronial pile, stood as a testament to the region’s rich heritage and commitment to education. At least five lives lost, and 32 others left grievously wounded. Among the casualties was one man who tragically succumbed to a stroke triggered by the shock of the strike. The injured, including a 4-year-old child and a…

Godrej Family Legacy Reimagined: An Inside Look at the 127-Year Split

Manish Kumar

In a monumental decision marking the end of an era, the Godrej family, custodians of the 127-year-old Godrej Group, has announced a strategic split of the conglomerate. This historic move, characterized as an “ownership realignment,” delineates a new chapter for one of India’s most prominent business dynasties. As the dust settles on this paradigm-shifting announcement, the question on everyone’s mind is, who gets what? A Tale of Two Branches The split, a culmination of intricate negotiations and familial deliberations, divides the sprawling empire between two branches of the founding family.…

Takes Ecuador to International Court of Justice Over Storming of Embassy, Arrest of Jorge Glas

Manish Kumar

Mexico has accused Ecuador of violating international law and its sovereignty after storming the Mexican Embassy in Quito to arrest formed VP Jorge Glas. However, Ecuador in return, has sued Mexico for “hiding” Glas. Mexico is taking Ecuador to the top UN court on Tuesday, accusing the nation of violating international law by storming the Mexican Embassy in Quito to arrest a former vice president who had just been granted asylum by Mexico. The April 5 raid, hours after Mexico granted asylum to former Vice President Jorge Glas, spiked tensions…

Congress Appoints Devender Yadav as Interim Chief of new Delhi Unit

Manish Kumar

“My heartfelt thanks to Sh Kharge ji, Smt Sonia Gandhi ji, Rahul Gandhi ji, KC Venugopal ji and Smt Priyanka Gandhi ji and all senior leaders of the Congress, for the faith they have bestowed in me yet again!” Yadav said in a post on X. The Congress on Tuesday appointed former MLA Devender Yadav as interim president of its Delhi unit, days after Arvinder Singh Lovely resigned from the post while criticising the alliance with AAP and statements of Congress candidates in the national capital. Yadav, who won from…

Heatwave As Temperatures Touch 47 Degrees, IMD Predicts Severe Heat Across States

Manish Kumar

As per the bulletin issued by the IMD, heatwave to severe heatwave like conditions prevailed in most parts of the Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha. As we begin the month of May, temperatures are expected to rise and the heat is likely to increase. As per the latest forecast issued by the Indian Meteorological Department, severe heatwave-like conditions will grip India as temperatures cross the 47 degree Celsius mark. As per the bulletin issued by the IMD, heatwave to severe heatwave like conditions prevailed in most parts of the…

Godrej Group Splits Listed Firms With Adi & Brother, Cousins Get Unlisted Ones, Land Bank

Manish Kumar

While Adi Godrej and his brother Nadir have kept the Godrej industries which has five listed firms and cousins Jamshyd and Smita have got the unlisted Godrej & Boyce and its affiliates as well as a land bank, including prime property in Mumbai, according to a statement issued by the group. The 127-year-old conglomerate Godrej Group has been split between two branches of the founding family, with Adi Godrej (82) and his brother Nadir (73) on one side and their cousins Jamshyd Godrej (75) and Smita Godrej Crishna (74) on…

Prajwal Revanna SIT Issues Notice To Father-Son Duo; NCW To Conduct Probe; BJP Distances Itself From Allegations

Manish Kumar

The Special Investigation Team on Tuesday probing alleged sexual harassment case have issued notices to Hassan MLA H D Revanna and his son Prajwal Revanna, the current MP from Hassan. The father and son duo have been instructed to appear before the SIT for further investigation. NCW To Conduct Thorough Probe The Congress’ women’s wing urged the National Commission for Women to conduct a thorough investigation into the allegations of sexual misconduct against JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna and ensure accountability for all parties involved. In a letter addressed to NCW…

DPS Dwarka, Noida, and More Delhi-NCR Schools Receive Bomb Threat; Probe Underway

Manish Kumar

Delhi Public School at Dwarka, Mother Mary’s School in East Delhi Mayur Vihar, Sanskriti School, DPS Noida and several other schools are said to have received bomb threats via email. Panic ensued in several Delhi-NCR schools on Wednesday morning after they received bomb threats via email, prompting evacuations and searches. Police said multiple schools across received threat mails “on the same pattern”. Delhi Public School in Dwarka, Noida and Vasant Kunj, Mother Mary’s School in East Delhi Mayur Vihar, Sanskriti School in Chanakyapuri were among the schools that received bomb…