Year: 2024

FIFA Announces Venues for 2030 and 2034 World Cups, Details 2027 Women’s Edition Timeline

Manish Kumar

Saudi Arabia emerged as the sole winner to host the men’s FIFA World Cup 2034 after no other country showed interest in the bidding process. Spain, Portugal and Morocco will co-host the 2030 edition with the highest bidding ratings.   FIFA confirmed the host nations for the men’s World Cup 2030 and 2034 on Wednesday. Saudi Arabia, who recorded the highest-ever bidding ratings earlier this month, were selected to host the 2034 edition as the sole nation while Spain, Portugal and Morocco will co-host the 2030 edition. Saudi Arabia were…

Global Disruption: Users Worldwide Face Issues with WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and ChatGPT

Manish Kumar

Popular platforms WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and ChatGPT faced a massive global outage, leaving thousands of users unable to access services. Meta social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Messenger and WhatsApp faced a global outage on Wednesday evening. The glitches, which started around 11 PM IST, left users in many countries struggling with slow loading times, errors and difficulties in posting. Some users reported being unable to access the platforms entirely, while others encountered glitches, such as Facebook posts displaying with zero comments. Facebook, Instagram most affected The outage mainly…

India-Russia Relations: A Bond “Deeper Than the Deepest Ocean”

Manish Kumar

A Legacy of Partnership India and Russia share a unique and enduring relationship that has evolved over decades, transcending geopolitical shifts and global challenges. Rooted in trust and mutual respect, this bond has been a cornerstone of India’s foreign policy since the Soviet era, characterized by extensive cooperation in defense, energy, and strategic affairs. The recent meeting between India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted the depth of this partnership, underscoring its importance in the contemporary world. Rajnath Singh’s Moscow Visit: Strengthening Strategic Ties During his…

Six Years of Harassment and a Broken System: The Tragic Death of a Man Seeking Justice

Manish Kumar

A Cry for Justice Silenced The tragic death of 34-year-old Atul Subhash has spotlighted systemic failures in India’s judicial and legal frameworks. A young man with his entire life ahead, Atul succumbed to the weight of relentless court battles, accusations, and an allegedly biased judiciary. His 24-page suicide note and an 81-minute video have sparked a nationwide debate about judicial impartiality, extortion through false cases, and the lack of support for men navigating legal disputes. The Harrowing Journey of a Man Seeking Relief Atul’s ordeal began in 2019 when he…

Shaktikanta Das’s 6-Year RBI Journey: Balancing Growth, Inflation, and Innovation

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Shaktikanta Das, the outgoing Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), leaves behind a legacy that has earned him global recognition. Twice named the world’s best central banker by Global Finance magazine, Das transformed the RBI’s role during his six-year tenure, navigating the institution through periods of financial volatility, a global pandemic, and evolving technological landscapes. On December 10, 2024, Das concluded his term, marking the end of a chapter characterized by decisive actions, innovative policies, and unwavering commitment to balancing growth and inflation. As his successor, Sanjay Malhotra,…

Opposition INDIA Bloc Moves No-Trust Motion Against Vice President: A Political Showdown

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In an unprecedented political move, the opposition INDIA bloc has submitted a notice in Rajya Sabha to remove Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar from his role as the ex-officio chairman of the Upper House. This motion, led by Congress and backed by multiple opposition parties, alleges partisan behaviour by Dhankhar in his conduct during parliamentary proceedings. The move has ignited a fierce debate over parliamentary democracy, impartiality, and political strategy. The No-Confidence Motion Explained The INDIA bloc’s notice, spearheaded by Congress MPs Jairam Ramesh and Naseer Hussain, accuses Vice President Dhankhar…

Delhi Records Season’s Lowest Temperature as Mercury Falls Below 5°C

Manish Kumar

Delhi recorded its coldest morning of the season as the temperature dipped to 4.9°C. IMD issues cold wave warning; minimum temperatures expected to remain low. Delhiites can look forward to a sunny day today on Wednesday, with a minimum temperature of 6.05°C and a forecast of 22.01°C. Current temperature is 16.04°C, humidity 21 per cent, wind speed 21 km. The sun rose at 7:04 a.m. and sets at 5:25 p.m., giving residents several afternoon hours to enjoy the clear skies.   The minimum temperature of 4.9 degrees Celsius reported over…

KL Rahul Returns to Karnataka’s Vijay Hazare Squad; Notable Omission of Ex-U19 World Cup Winner

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KL Rahul played a crucial knock of 77 in the second innings of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener at the Optus Stadium in Perth to help India draw first blood in the series. He also chipped in with a 37-run knock in the second Test at the Adelaide Oval. Karnataka have included India batter KL Rahul on their probable list for the forthcoming edition of the Vijay Hazare Trophy which is slated to be played from December 21 to January 18. Rahul is currently a part of India’s squad for the…

Rajnath Singh Meets Russian President Putin in Moscow to Strengthen Defence Ties

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Rajnath Singh Russia visit: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is on a three-day official visit to Russia. Upon arrival in Moscow, Singh received a warm welcome on Sunday night from the Indian Ambassador to Russia, Venkatesh Kumar, and Russian Deputy Minister of Defence, Alexander Fomin. Rajnath Singh Russia visit: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Tuesday (December 10) on the sidelines of the 21st session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC). The Union Minister conveyed warm greetings of Prime…

Shaheen Afridi Joins Pakistan’s Elite T20I Bowling Club, Surpassing Shahid Afridi

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Shaheen Shah Afridi was the pick of all the Pakistan bowlers in the first T20I against South Africa at Kingsmead in Durban. The left-arm speedster claimed a three-wicket haul and conceded just 22 runs in the process. Shaheen Shah Afridi surpassed his father-in-law to join an exclusive list of Pakistan bowlers on Tuesday (December 10) as he claimed a three-wicket haul against South Africa in the first T20I of the three-match series at Kingsmead in Durban. Shaheen has completed 100 T20I wickets for Pakistan and is only the third player…