Day: November 14, 2024

Sri Lanka’s Snap Election: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake Seeks Parliamentary Power Amid Economic Recovery

Manish Kumar

Political Shifts and Economic Struggles As Sri Lanka grapples with the aftermath of a severe economic crisis, citizens now face a crucial general election that could shape the nation’s future. On Thursday, millions of Sri Lankans turned out to vote in a snap election initiated by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Elected in September 2024, Dissanayake, a left-leaning leader, dissolved the parliament to seek greater legislative backing for his coalition, the National People’s Power (NPP), aiming to deliver reforms critical to Sri Lanka’s economic revival and social stability. With over 17…

India Launches Probe into Ola Electric Over Service Standards and Product Quality

Manish Kumar

Ola Electric’s Rise and Market Challenges Ola Electric, founded in 2017 as part of Ola’s expansion into sustainable mobility, quickly rose to prominence in India’s electric vehicle market. Known for its vision of affordable, eco-friendly transportation, Ola Electric launched its first e-scooter, the S1, in 2021. Promoted as a user-friendly, innovative alternative to traditional petrol scooters, Ola’s electric scooters attracted a massive consumer base. However, recent complaints and concerns over quality and service standards have led to a formal investigation, casting a spotlight on the company’s practices in this competitive…

Samantha Harvey Wins Booker Prize 2024 with Ground-breaking Space Novel, Orbital

Manish Kumar

A Brief History of the Booker Prize Established in 1969, the Booker Prize has become one of the most prestigious literary awards worldwide, celebrating exceptional fiction written in English and published in the UK or Ireland. The award has launched the careers of numerous writers and honored icons like Salman Rushdie, Margaret Atwood, Hilary Mantel, and Bernardine Evaristo. Known for championing literary innovation, the Booker Prize has honored stories that push boundaries in style, theme, and form, capturing the human experience in new ways. This year, Samantha Harvey made history…

Russian Anti-War Chef Alexei Zimin’s Mysterious Death in Serbia Stirs Questions and Mourning

Manish Kumar

The sudden death of Alexei Zimin, a Russian chef and vocal critic of Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine, has shocked both his fans and the global culinary community. Known for his outspoken opposition to Kremlin policies and his celebrated culinary expertise, the 52-year-old chef was found dead in a hotel room in Belgrade, Serbia, during a visit to promote his latest book, Anglomania, which explores British culture. Serbian authorities have stated that there were “no suspicious circumstances” surrounding his death, yet an autopsy and toxicology report remain pending. Zimin’s passing…

India Calls for Early Ceasefire in Gaza and Reinforces Ties with Saudi Arabia for Regional Stability

Manish Kumar

In the face of escalating violence in Gaza, India has publicly called for an immediate ceasefire, underscoring its longstanding support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar voiced this stance during his meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, underlining India’s commitment to peace and humanitarian considerations in the region. This high-level dialogue, held under the framework of the Strategic Partnership Council (SPC), also aimed to strengthen India-Saudi ties across sectors such as trade, defense, and culture. Through these…

Delhi AQI Crosses 400: BJP’s Shehzad Poonawalla Criticizes Local Government

Manish Kumar

As air quality worsens in Delhi, Bhartiya Janata Party spokesperson Shahzad Poonawalla took a jibe at the Delhi government stating that Delhi has achieved a milestone by crossing Lahore in terms of pollution. He said, “Delhi is covered under a layer of pollution. You cannot even go out without wearing a mask. Delhi has achieved a milestone as it has crossed Lahore in pollution. AAP has brought Delhi to a state worse than Lahore. Today, the AQI is crossing the mark of 500-600. They (AAP) blame UP, Haryana and Diwali…

Arshdeep Singh Outshines Jasprit Bumrah in Recent Cricket Rankings

Manish Kumar

Arshdeep Singh etched his name in cricket history during the thrilling third T20I match between South Africa and India at the SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium in Centurion on Wednesday (November 13). The Men in Blue bounced back from the previous defeat and took a 2-1 lead in the ongoing four-match T20I series against South Africa. In a thrilling showdown in Centurion, Arshdeep Singh contributed 3/37 in his four overs in India’s narrow 11-run win over the South Africa cricket team in the third T20I encounter at the SuperSport Park Cricket…

South African All-Rounder Marco Jansen Commands INR 10 Crore Base Price for IPL 2025 Auction

Manish Kumar

Former South Africa cricketer Dale Steyn made a bold prediction on young all-rounder Marco Jansen ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) mega auction. Dale Steyn, who served as coach of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), said that Jansen could fetch more than 10 crores during the mega auction.   Jansen has been part of the Indian Premier League since 2021 but has struggled to make a mark yet. Over four seasons, the left-arm pacer has taken 20 wickets in 21 innings at an average of 35.75 but with a slightly…

Pakistani flag raised at NCP leader Nawab Malik’s roadshow in Mumbai Fact Check: ?

Manish Kumar

A photo showing a green flag with a white crescent and star, taken during a roadshow by former minister and NCP leader Nawab Malik in Mumbai, has gone viral, with claims that it is a Pakistani flag.  A viral post falsely claims that a Pakistani flag was displayed at NCP leader Nawab Malik’s roadshow in Mumbai. This assertion is incorrect; the flag in question is an Islamic religious flag, not the Pakistani national flag. The Claim The photo, which circulated on X (formerly Twitter), shows a green flag with a…