Bhumi Pednekar and Four Other Indians Named Young Global Leaders by World Economic Forum The World Economic Forum (WEF) announced its 20th anniversary Young Global Leaders Class of 2024 on April 4, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland. This year’s list honors nearly 90 exceptional young individuals under 40 who are shaping the future across diverse fields … Read more
Taiwan Earthquake: Rescue Efforts Underway After Powerful Quake Strikes A powerful earthquake measuring between 7.2 and 7.7 magnitude struck Taiwan’s eastern coast on April 3rd, causing widespread damage and triggering tsunami warnings across the region. This temblor is considered the strongest to hit the island nation in 25 years. Tremors and Damage The earthquake’s epicenter … Read more
World Bank Sees India’s Growth Slowing After Strong 2023-24, Highlights Job Creation Need The World Bank has released its latest South Asia Development Update, painting a cautiously optimistic picture for the Indian economy. While growth is expected to moderate in the coming year, the long-term outlook remains positive on the back of continued public investment … Read more
National Gallery of Modern Art Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Shakti Exhibition and Cultural Extravaganza The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Mumbai recently celebrated its 70th Foundation Day with a series of events that showcased India’s rich artistic heritage and empowered female voices. The celebrations kicked off with the inauguration of the Shakti Exhibition … Read more
Young Poet Nishant Wins Prestigious Devi Shankar Awasthi Award for Hindi Literary Criticism Recognition for Contribution to Hindi Literary Criticism Nishant, a young poet and literary critic, has been chosen for the coveted Devi Shankar Awasthi Award for 2023. The award acknowledges his significant contribution to the field of Hindi literary criticism, particularly through his … Read more
ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 Mission Garners Prestigious Aviation Week Laureates Award The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone by securing the esteemed Aviation Week Laureates Award for its remarkable accomplishments with the Chandrayaan-3 mission. This award recognizes ISRO’s dedication and innovation in the field of space exploration. A Beacon of Recognition in the … Read more
US Backs India in Arunachal Pradesh Dispute: Can They Resolve the Historic Border Standoff? The simmering border dispute between India and China over Arunachal Pradesh has flared up again, this time with the United States wading into the geopolitical fray. Here’s a breakdown of the recent events and the historical context of this complex issue. … Read more
Wheat Procurement in India: Bonus Battle Heats Up as Buffer Stock Dwindles Buffer Stock Depleting, Government Aims to Procure 30-32 Million Tonnes of Wheat India’s wheat procurement season for the rabi marketing season (April-June) 2024 has begun. This year, the government is aiming to procure 30-32 million tonnes of wheat to replenish its buffer stock, … Read more