Day: February 15, 2025

India Slashes Import Duty on Bourbon Whisky to 100% Amid Trump’s Tariff Pressure

Manish Kumar

India Reduces Tariffs Following Bilateral Talks with Trump In a significant move to ease trade tensions, India has cut import duty on bourbon whisky from 150% to 100%. This decision comes amid growing pressure from former US President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly criticized India’s high tariffs on American goods, calling them “unfair trade barriers.” The announcement was officially made through a Department of Revenue notification on February 13, but it gained widespread attention only after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Trump. The decision is seen as part of…

India: The Solar Superpower and Its Climate Leadership

Manish Kumar

A Bold Call for Action India’s rapid strides in clean energy have earned it global recognition, with UN climate chief Simon Stiell hailing the nation as a “solar superpower.” During his visit to India for the ET Global Business Summit, Stiell praised the country’s commitment to mitigating climate change, contrasting its efforts with the mere rhetoric of other nations. He emphasized that India’s aggressive push toward clean energy positions it as a leader in the global climate movement. India’s Solar Dominance Stiell noted that India is one of only four…

Sunita Williams’ Journey Back to Earth: NASA’s Crew-10 Mission to the Rescue

Manish Kumar

A Long Stay in Space: The Background of the Mission NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have been stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for the past eight months due to unexpected technical issues with their spacecraft. Originally launched on June 5, 2023, aboard Boeing’s Starliner, their mission was intended to be a shorter stay. However, due to unforeseen technical challenges, their return was delayed, extending their mission far beyond the expected timeline. Now, after months of waiting, their journey back to Earth is finally scheduled. NASA has…

“MI vs DC Live: Where & How to Watch WPL Match on TV and Online Streaming”

Manish Kumar

The second match of the ongoing WPL 2025 will see Mumbai Indians play Delhi Capitals at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. Check out the broadcast details of the match. Mumbai Indians will host Delhi Capitals in the second match of WPL 2025 at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. The Meg Lanning-led side finished as runners-up in both 2023 and 2024 and will be hoping to get over the line this time around. They also finished as the league leaders in the last edition and if they manage to repeat the same, Delhi…

US Deportations Spark Political Uproar in India: Modi’s Diplomatic Balancing Act

Manish Kumar

First Batch of Illegal Migrants Arrives, Political Storm Erupts in Delhi In a dramatic turn of events, the first batch of illegal Indian migrants deported from the United States has landed in India, triggering a heated political debate in New Delhi. The arrival of a second batch, consisting of 119 deportees, is set for Sunday at Amritsar Airport, following the earlier deportation of 104 individuals on February 5. The deportations have fueled a fierce war of words between political parties, with opposition leaders criticizing the conditions in which migrants were…

BJP’s Historic Victory in Delhi: Challenges and Roadmap for Transformation

Manish Kumar

BJP Ends 27-Year Wait with a Resounding Victory In a historic political shift, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a decisive victory in Delhi, ending a 27-year-long wait to reclaim power in the capital. The party’s campaign resonated with voters, focusing on unfulfilled promises of the previous administration and ambitious plans for Delhi’s transformation. However, with this victory comes the formidable challenge of delivering on its electoral commitments while ensuring fiscal stability. The BJP’s manifesto includes major welfare schemes such as financial aid for women and senior citizens, free…

CBSE Board Exams 2025: Ensuring Transparency and Fairness for 42 Lakh Students

Manish Kumar

CBSE’s Commitment to Fair and Transparent Exams The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has commenced its 2025 board examinations with an unwavering focus on transparency, fairness, and efficiency. With over 42 lakh students appearing across 7,842 exam centers in India and 26 other countries, the board has implemented stringent security measures and guidelines to maintain the integrity of the examination process. From real-time surveillance to strict entry protocols, CBSE has left no stone unturned to ensure a seamless and credible assessment process. Key Highlights of CBSE Board Exams 2025…