Day: September 23, 2024

Israel Launches 300 Airstrikes on Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon Amid Rising Tensions

Manish Kumar

Israel intensified its military offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon, launching over 300 airstrikes on Monday. The strikes, the most widespread wave of attacks in nearly a year of conflict, targeted Hezbollah strongholds and weapon storage facilities. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) urged civilians to evacuate Hezbollah-controlled areas to avoid harm. These developments come as tensions along Israel’s northern border escalate, with Hezbollah firing rockets in support of Hamas, which is engaged in a separate war with Israel in Gaza. What Sparked the Recent Strikes? The escalation follows the death of…

Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies Becomes India’s Official Entry for Oscars 2025

Manish Kumar

Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies was chosen as India’s official entry for Oscars 2025 The film competed against 28 Indian movies from different languages 11 Hindi films, six Tamil films and four Malayalam films were in the race Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao, has been selected as India’s official entry for the 2025 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. The Film Federation of India (FFI) made the announcement on Monday, following a competitive selection process involving 29 films across several Indian languages. The Selection Process The competition…

Sri Lanka Elects Marxist-Leaning Dissanayake Amid Hopes for Economic Recovery

Manish Kumar

Sri Lanka has chosen a new leader, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, a Marxist-leaning politician, to guide the nation through its most pressing economic crisis in decades. The election, held after the 2022 financial meltdown, has raised hopes for change, but also significant challenges, as Dissanayake prepares to take office amid an ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout and widespread poverty. Victory for Dissanayake: A Shift in Political Landscape Anura Kumara Dissanayake, a 55-year-old political figure from the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), secured a notable victory in Sri Lanka’s presidential run-off. Leading…

Odisha CM Orders Judicial Probe into Assault on Army Officer and Fiancée: BJD Calls Off Shutdown

Manish Kumar

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered a judicial inquiry into the alleged assault on an Army officer and his fiancée at the Bharatpur police station. The incident, which occurred on September 15, has sparked public outrage and political reactions, leading to the suspension of police personnel and a series of legal actions. Incident and Allegations The confrontation took place when the Army officer and his fiancée visited the Bharatpur police station to file a complaint following a road rage incident. According to their account, the couple was assaulted…

The Rise of Indian Chess: Gukesh, Divya, and the Revolution of a New Era

Manish Kumar

2024 has proven to be a watershed moment for Indian sports, especially for chess. While India celebrated significant victories in cricket, the Olympics, and the Paralympics, it was the extraordinary achievement in the 45th Chess Olympiad that truly stood out. India won its first-ever gold in both the men’s and women’s categories, marking a new chapter in Indian chess history. From Bronze to Gold: A Decade of Progress India’s journey to chess supremacy began in 2014 when the country won its first-ever Chess Olympiad medal—a bronze in the open category…

India’s Growing Influence: A Voice for the Global South

Manish Kumar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the Indian diaspora in New York highlighted India’s rising global stature and its role as a leader for the Global South. Modi emphasized how India has evolved from being a nation that followed to one that now sets trends and paves the way for innovation, economic growth, and global cooperation. India’s Rising Global Voice During his speech, Modi underscored the importance of India’s position on the global stage. He noted, “Today, when India says something on a global platform, the world listens.” This reflects…

Chilling Discovery in Bengaluru: 29-Year-Old Woman’s Dismembered Body Found in Refrigerator

Manish Kumar

In a case eerily reminiscent of the horrific Shraddha Walkar murder, Bengaluru has been shaken by the discovery of a young woman’s dismembered body stored in a refrigerator. Hailing from Vyalikaval, a bustling neighborhood in the city, the victim, identified as 29-year-old Mahalakshmi Das, was found brutally murdered and cut into nearly 50 pieces. This gruesome crime has sent shockwaves through the country, drawing attention to the brutality of such acts. Here’s a detailed look at the sequence of events, the investigation, and the possible motives behind this heinous crime.…

Major Investments, New Consulates, and Bilateral Diplomacy: Key Takeaways from PM Modi’s US Visit – Day 2

Manish Kumar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s second day in the United States was marked by major diplomatic engagements, business commitments, and a vibrant address to the Indian diaspora. From announcing significant investments in the semiconductor industry to laying out plans for new consulates, Day 2 was packed with events that underscored India’s growing global influence. Here’s a detailed look at the highlights from PM Modi’s second day of his US tour. Address to Indian Diaspora: Strengthening Cultural and Economic Ties One of the most anticipated events of the day was the grand…

Deloitte Forms Team to Review People Practices Following EY Employee Death

Manish Kumar

After the EY employee death, Deloitte assembles a three-person team to review people practices. Amidst a social media uproar surrounding the purportedly work-related death of a young employee at tax consulting giant EY, Deloitte has appointed former revenue secretary Tarun Bajaj to a three-person external committee tasked with investigating employee practices, policies, and procedures, according to the company’s South Asia CEO Romal Shetty.   The tragic death of Anna Sebastian Perayil, a young CA who had recently joined EY’s Pune office, has brought attention to the intense work pressures and…

White House Meets Sikh Groups Ahead of Modi’s Visit: Addressing Khalistan Sympathizers and Transnational Issues

Manish Kumar

A Complex Diplomatic Encounter In a significant diplomatic development, the White House met with Sikh groups, some of whom are aligned with the Khalistan movement, just hours before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled arrival in the United States for a high-profile official visit. The meeting, centered around concerns of transnational repression and the safety of the Sikh community in the U.S., reflects the delicate balance of addressing internal security and foreign relations in light of the growing complexities surrounding Khalistani separatism. Commitment to Protect American Citizens The White House…