Day: April 21, 2025

From Slump to Surge: Markets Rebound as Sensex Soars 850 Points, Investors Reap ₹6 Lakh Crore

Manish Kumar

A Market in Recovery Mode After weathering a storm of volatility, sharp corrections, and global economic jitters, the Indian stock market is staging a strong recovery. In what many are calling a “comeback rally,” benchmark indices surged on Monday, April 21, extending gains for a fifth consecutive session. The rally was led by banking and IT stocks, pushing the Sensex past the 79,000 mark and infusing confidence into investors who had witnessed several gloomy trading sessions in recent months. The uptrend comes on the back of stabilizing quarterly earnings, robust…

Commentary Clash: CAB Seeks Ban on Bhogle and Doull Over Eden Gardens Pitch Remarks

Manish Kumar

Pitch Controversy Brews in IPL As the 2025 Indian Premier League heats up, tensions off the field have taken center stage—this time involving two veteran commentators. The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has reportedly approached the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) with a request to bar Harsha Bhogle and Simon Doull from commentating at the Eden Gardens stadium. The trigger: public comments by the duo suggesting the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) relocate due to ongoing disagreements with the Eden Gardens pitch curator. The controversy underscores a deeper debate over pitch preparation in the IPL and the autonomy…

Beijing Warns of Fallout for Countries Siding with US in Tariff Row

Manish Kumar

The Trade War That Shook the Globe In a stark escalation of the US-China tariff standoff, China has issued a pointed warning to countries considering trade agreements with the United States that compromise Beijing’s interests. This latest move underscores deepening tensions in a global trade war that has disrupted markets and strained diplomatic ties. The Trump administration’s aggressive tariff strategy has led to sweeping levies on goods, and China is making it clear that any alliance that tilts toward Washington at Beijing’s expense will not go unchallenged. US Tariff Blitz…

The Global Cybercrime Crisis: How Southeast Asia’s Scam Syndicates Became a Worldwide Threat

Manish Kumar

The Digital Plague of the 21st Century What began as a regional cybercrime problem rooted in parts of Southeast Asia has evolved into a sprawling, borderless threat affecting millions around the world. According to a recent report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Asian scam syndicates, once confined to lawless zones in countries like Myanmar and Cambodia, are now operating globally, with new hubs emerging in South America, Africa, and Eastern Europe. Driven by sophisticated technology and ruthless labor exploitation, these cybercriminal networks are scamming victims worldwide, often targeting the elderly…

After Pope Francis: The Crossroads of a Church and the Search for a New Shepherd

Manish Kumar

The End of a Transformative Era The Roman Catholic Church has entered a profound moment of transition. Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and first Latin American pontiff, passed away at the age of 88 in his Vatican residence, following complications related to pneumonia. His 12-year papacy was marked by bold reform, inclusive outreach, and a desire to bring the Church closer to marginalized communities around the world. His death not only brings sorrow to the 1.4 billion Catholics he shepherded, but also places the Church at a pivotal junction—balancing tradition with transformation, and global unity with…

Red Sea Retaliation: U.S. Strikes in Yemen Kill Dozens Amid Escalating Tensions

Manish Kumar

Mounting Clashes in a Shifting Middle East A deadly new chapter has unfolded in the ongoing conflict in Yemen, as U.S. airstrikes reportedly killed 12 people and wounded 30 in the capital city of Sanaa, according to Houthi rebels. This marks the latest episode in an intensifying American military campaign aimed at curbing the group’s attacks on Red Sea shipping and its growing hostility toward Israel. The strike, which hit a market in the Farwa neighborhood of Sanaa’s Shuub district, follows a series of aerial assaults across Yemen, including in…

Tragedy in the Ranks: Former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash Murdered Amid Family Dispute

Manish Kumar

A Shocking Fall from Grace In a case that has left Karnataka’s police and political circles stunned, retired Director General of Police (DGP) Om Prakash was found murdered at his residence in Bengaluru’s HSR Layout on Sunday. The 68-year-old former top cop, who once commanded the state’s police force, is believed to have been killed following a violent altercation with his wife, Pallavi. The circumstances surrounding his death—marked by allegations of domestic strife, property disputes, and gruesome violence—have triggered a full-scale investigation and drawn widespread attention. Om Prakash, an IPS…

‘Qualification Is Key’: Dhoni Reflects on CSK’s Playoff Hopes After Loss to MI in IPL 2025

Manish Kumar

Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) stand-in skipper MS Dhoni was pretty aware of his side’s chances in the remainder of the 2025 edition of the IPL after the sixth loss for the Men in Yellow in the ongoing edition. CSK have to win all their remaining games in IPL 2025 to stand a chance of qualifying. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) stand-in skipper MS Dhoni said that his side will try to qualify for the playoffs in the ongoing edition of the IPL, but he was aware that it would be difficult,…

Red Carpet Diplomacy: JD Vance’s India Visit Signals Stronger Bilateral Future

Manish Kumar

A Visit of Symbolic and Strategic Importance India is rolling out the red carpet for a high-level diplomatic guest — United States Vice President JD Vance — who begins a four-day official visit to the country on April 21. Accompanied by his wife, Usha Vance, and their three children, this trip marks the first by a sitting American vice president to India in over a decade. Beyond ceremonial niceties, this visit is deeply strategic, coming at a time when global economic alignments are shifting, the U.S. is navigating tense trade…

Bhuvneshwar Kumar Overtakes Many to Rank 2nd on Unwanted IPL Bowling List, Trails Only R Ashwin

Manish Kumar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been outstanding for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2025 and Mullanpur saw a masterclass in death bowling from him and Josh Hazlewood as the visitors restricted the Punjab Kings to a modest total of 157, winning their fifth away game of the season. Bhuvneshwar Kumar put on a show at the death alongside Josh Hazlewood against the Punjab Kings on Sunday afternoon as the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) continued their spotless away record in the ongoing season of the IPL. Kumar has been sensational for…