Day: February 25, 2025

15,000 Sanitation Workers Unite for Historic Cleanliness Drive at Maha Kumbh

Manish Kumar

A Grand Effort to Set a Guinness World Record The sacred city of Prayagraj witnessed an extraordinary display of unity and dedication as 15,000 sanitation workers came together to attempt a Guinness World Record for a synchronized cleanliness drive. This ambitious initiative, held across four zones of the Maha Kumbh Mela, showcased the commitment of the workers to maintaining hygiene and cleanliness at one of the world’s largest religious gatherings. The momentous event was graced by Prayagraj Mayor Ganesh Kesarwani, Mahakumbh’s Special Executive Officer Akanksha Rana, and a supervisory team…

22nd EGM: IREDA Shareholders Approve up to ₹5,000 Crore Fundraising via QIP

Manish Kumar

Mumbai, 25th February 2025 Shareholders of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) have approved the company’s proposal to raise up to ₹5,000 crore through Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) of equity shares, in one or multiple tranches. The approval was granted by the shareholders in favour of the resolution via remote e-voting during the 22nd Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) held today through video conferencing. The meeting was chaired by Shri Pradip Kumar Das, Chairman and Managing Director, IREDA and attended by Directors on the Board and shareholders. IREDA’s Board had…

Friedrich Merz: Germany’s Next Chancellor and the Challenges Ahead

Manish Kumar

Friedrich Merz: Germany’s Next Chancellor and the Challenges Ahead A New Era in German Politics Friedrich Merz is poised to become Germany’s 10th post-war chancellor, marking the peak of a decades-long political journey that saw him side-lined in the early 2000s by former Chancellor Angela Merkel. As the leader of the centre-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU), Merz secured victory in the national election with 28.6% of the vote. However, forming a government will be a challenge, with the most likely outcome being a coalition with the Social Democrats (SPD), who…

Russia Seeks Long-Term Ukraine Peace Deal Over Quick Ceasefire

Manish Kumar

Russia Calls for Lasting Peace As the Ukraine conflict enters its third year, Russia has reiterated its preference for a long-term peace agreement rather than a quick, U.S.-backed ceasefire. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, in an interview with RIA news agency, emphasized that a temporary truce could lead to a swift resumption of hostilities, making the situation even more volatile. With global attention on possible diplomatic solutions, Russia maintains that any lasting agreement must address the root causes of the conflict, including its grievances against NATO and concerns over Russian-speaking…

India’s EV Boom: How China Profits from a $7 Billion Dependency

Manish Kumar

 China’s Growing Profits from India’s EV Expansion India’s electric vehicle (EV) industry is witnessing rapid growth, fueled by government incentives, rising consumer adoption, and a push toward sustainability. In 2023-24, India sold 1.9 million EVs, accounting for 7.46% of total automobile sales, as per a report by The Print. However, this growth comes with a significant downside—India’s heavy reliance on Chinese imports for essential EV components, especially lithium-ion batteries, rare earth metals, and permanent magnets. Over the past five years, India has imported over $7 billion worth of EV components…