Author: Manish Kumar

India’s Road Network Set to Surpass the US in Two Years: Nitin Gadkari

Manish Kumar

India’s road infrastructure is on the brink of a transformation, with Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari, asserting that India’s highway network will surpass that of the United States within the next two years. Speaking at an event on March 25, Gadkari highlighted significant advancements in road construction, logistics, and electric vehicle (EV) adoption, emphasizing the government’s commitment to world-class infrastructure development. The Expansion of India’s Road Network Under Nitin Gadkari Under the leadership of Nitin Gadkari, India’s road infrastructure has seen remarkable progress. Since he took…

Trump Praises India’s Electoral System, Calls for Reforms in US Elections

Manish Kumar

US President Donald Trump has once again emphasized the need for electoral reforms in the United States, citing the Indian electoral system as an example of an ideal voting framework. In a recent executive order, Trump proposed changes aimed at enhancing election security, including citizenship verification, restricting mail-in voting, and ensuring uniform ballot processing methods. His remarks have reignited debates about electoral integrity in the US, drawing comparisons with election practices in India, Brazil, Germany, and Canada. India’s Electoral System India has one of the largest and most complex democratic…

China-India Relations Show Signs of Thaw: Talks to Resume Direct Flights After Five Years

Manish Kumar

China and India, two of Asia’s largest economies and geopolitical rivals, are engaging in talks to resume direct flights between their countries after a five-year hiatus. The suspension, triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and escalating border tensions, had significantly impacted travel and trade. Now, with diplomatic engagements picking up, the two nations are making efforts to restore pre-pandemic flight routes, marking a potential shift towards stabilizing their relations. Chinese Consul General in Kolkata, Xu Wei, has expressed optimism, referring to this phase as the “spring of China-India relations.” The Deterioration…

India’s Defence Production Reaches New Heights: A Leap Towards Self-Reliance

Manish Kumar

India’s defence sector has witnessed remarkable growth over the past decade, reaching an all-time high in production and exports. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) reported a record defence production value of ₹1.27 lakh crore for the financial year 2023-24, alongside defence exports crossing ₹21,083 crore. This achievement reflects India’s growing emphasis on self-reliance and innovation in defence manufacturing, aligning with the broader vision of the Make in India initiative. Background: Indian Defence Production and the ‘Make in India’ Initiative For decades, India has been one of the world’s largest arms…

US Election Rules Revamped: Trump Mandates Citizenship Proof, References India

Manish Kumar

In a significant move to reshape the electoral process, US President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed a sweeping executive order introducing stringent measures for federal elections. The directive mandates that people must provide documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. Additionally, the order enforces a stricter deadline for ballot submissions, requiring that all votes be received by Election Day. Trump’s order said that the US has failed “to enforce basic and necessary election protections” and calls on states to work with the federal agencies to share…

Yogi Adityanath Interview: Key Takeaways on Mahakumbh, Bulldozer Politics & Ram Navami

Manish Kumar

Yogi Adityanath’s interview: Attacking the Congress and other Opposition parties for questioning the Mahakumbh 2025, Yogi Adityanath said that many opposition leaders had also visited Kumbh. Yogi Adityanath interview: In an exclusive interview with the news agency ANI, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath spoke on multiple issues. He discussed about Mahakumbh and also attcked the Opposition parties for questioning the Kumbh Mela 2025. On being asked about stampede deaths that took place during Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh CM said, “There is a judicial commission, and it is working…

Glenn Maxwell Surpasses Rohit Sharma, Dinesh Karthik for Most Ducks in IPL History

Manish Kumar

Glenn Maxwell’s return to Punjab Kings after half a decade wasn’t that auspicious as he was dismissed for a duck against the Gujarat Titans. However, it was a good start for the Kings under the reunited duo of Shreyas Iyer and Ricky Ponting as they won a high-scoring thriller by 11 runs. Glenn Maxwell’s wretched run in the IPL continued as after a poor season last year with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), his return to the Punjab Kings wasn’t as auspicious getting dismissed for a duck against the Gujarat…

Punjab Kings Triumph Over GT as Captain Shreyas Iyer Puts Team First

Manish Kumar

Shreyas Iyer missed out on a well-deserved century against the Gujarat Titans on Tuesday (March 25). He remained unbeaten on 97 off 42 deliveries to win the Man of the Match award. His selfless gesture while being close to a century has won the hearts of the fans. Shreyas Iyer is ‘THE CAPTAIN’ you need if you want to win big tournaments like IPL! Yes, this statement might be coming in too early, but what he did in the game against the Gujarat Titans is seldom witnessed. Not many players…

Kunal Kamra Hits Back at Shiv Sena with Satirical Song After Mumbai Club Vandalism

Manish Kumar

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has once again sparked controversy with his sharp satire, this time targeting Maharashtra’s ruling Shiv Sena faction led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Following the vandalism of The Habitat comedy club in Mumbai—allegedly by Shiv Sena workers—Kamra released a new video mocking the party with a satirical song. The comedian, known for his outspoken political criticism, remains defiant despite facing legal action and threats from Sena leaders. Mumbai Club Vandalism and Kamra’s Controversial Jokes The controversy began after Kamra performed at The Habitat, where his jokes…

India, African Nations to Hold Major Naval Drills Under MAHASAGAR Vision

Manish Kumar

In a major step towards strengthening India’s defense and maritime ties with African nations, the Indian Navy is set to conduct a large-scale joint maritime exercise with multiple African countries next month. This initiative is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s MAHASAGAR vision—Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions—which was announced during his recent visit to Mauritius. The exercise, named AIKEYME (Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement), will be co-hosted by the Indian Navy and Tanzania’s People’s Defence Force off the coast of Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, in mid-April. It will…