Author: Santosh

RIR Power Electronics Ltd. has inaugurated India’s first silicon carbide (SiC) manufacturing facility in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s semiconductor industry. It is India’s first silicon carbide (SiC) manufacturing facility at EMC Park, Infovalley, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The inauguration was graced by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, marking a pivotal moment for both Odisha and India, positioning the country as a key player in the global power electronics market. The inauguration ceremony was graced by several key dignitaries. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi led the event, emphasizing Odisha’s commitment to…

The recent drone attacks in Manipur indeed highlight a significant escalation in the conflict between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities. The use of hobby drones in these attacks represents a novel and concerning development in the conflict. Drones, typically used for recreational purposes, have been weaponized and employed in a manner that exacerbates the situation. This not only increases the level of violence but also introduces new technological dimensions to the conflict. The weaponization of drones suggests the emergence of a transnational element within the conflict. This could potentially lead…

The landscape of U.S. privacy laws is often referred to as a “patchwork quilt” due to its fragmented and state-by-state nature. Unlike other regions, such as the European Union with its unified GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), the U.S. lacks a comprehensive national privacy law. Instead, privacy protections are governed by a mix of federal, state, and sector-specific laws, leading to varying degrees of protection and enforcement. Federal Laws At the federal level, key privacy regulations include: HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act): Protects health information. FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act): Covers educational records.…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Austria on July 9 and 10, making him the first Indian leader to travel to the country in 41 years. This visit signifies a historic moment in India-Austria relations, revitalizing a connection that has been dormant since Indira Gandhi’s visit in 1983. Prior to that, the last Indian prime minister to set foot in Austria was Jawaharlal Nehru in 1955. Pioneers in Diplomacy The diplomatic relationship between India and Austria began in 1949. Nehru’s visit in 1955 was pivotal, as it marked…

On the morning of July 3, the Indian equity markets experienced a historic surge. The Sensex, a 30-share index on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), soared by 597.77 points to break through the unprecedented 80,000 mark, reaching a new lifetime high of 80,039.22. Simultaneously, the Nifty index, encompassing 50 major companies, climbed 168.3 points, setting a fresh record at 24,292.15. The surge was driven by heavy buying in banking stocks and a positive trend in global markets. Major Contributors to the Rally Key players in the rally included HDFC Bank,…

Fugitive Businessman Faces New Legal Troubles A special court in Mumbai has issued a non-bailable warrant against fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya in connection with a Rs 180-crore loan default case involving Indian Overseas Bank (IOB). The order, issued by special CBI court judge SP Naik Nimbalkar on June 29, was made public on Monday. The court underscored Mallya’s status as a “fugitive” and cited previous non-bailable warrants against him based on submissions from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The judge stated, “This is a fit case to issue an…