Cyclone Montha: The India Meteorological Department has issued urgent warnings as Cyclone Montha — a developing tropical storm in the Bay of Bengal — is projected to intensify rapidly and strike India’s east coast between Machilipatnam and Kakinada on October 28. Both coastal Andhra Pradesh and southern Odisha have activated their disaster response machinery, mobilising tens of thousands of…
The Indian Violet Tarantula: Nature has a way of surprising us — and sometimes, its most beautiful creations hide in the shadows. One such marvel is the Indian Violet Tarantula (Chilobrachys fimbriatus), a rare and dazzling spider found deep within the forests of the Western Ghats. Recently, this mesmerizing creature has caught the attention of…
Montha Fury: The moment of peak danger has arrived. Cyclone Montha, a severe cyclonic storm, has commenced its landfall procedure along the Andhra Pradesh coast, bringing with it rain and powerful gales. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirms the storm is on a northwestward trajectory, expected to cross between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, near Kakinada, during…
Security Over Stability: The relationship between British retail stalwart Marks & Spencer (M&S) and Indian IT services powerhouse Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has hit a critical juncture, defined by a devastating cyberattack and a contentious contract non-renewal. Despite both companies firmly stating the timing is coincidental, M&S’s decision to end its long-standing IT service desk…
आज के समय में युवाओं में ड्रग एब्यूज एक गंभीर समस्या बन चुकी है। नशे की लत न केवल उनकी शारीरिक और मानसिक सेहत को नष्ट कर रही है, बल्कि उनके परिवार, करियर और समाज पर भी गहरा प्रभाव डाल रही है। हाल के आंकड़ों के अनुसार, भारत में 15-34 आयु वर्ग के युवा नशे…
ASEAN Endorses: Under Malaysia’s chairmanship, ASEAN’s energy ministers approved the APAEC 2026‑2030 during their recent meeting. The document sets the region’s next five‑year roadmap for energy collaboration, policy coordination and clean energy investment. Key Targets The new targets include: Why This Matters for Southeast Asia Region’s Energy Demand & Fossil Dependency Southeast Asia is one of…
Timor Leste joins ASEAN, one of Asia’s youngest nations, has finally been granted full membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). This decision, announced during the 2025 ASEAN Summit in Malaysia, marks a major moment in regional diplomacy, economic alignment, and cultural inclusion. With this, ASEAN expands from 10 to 11 member states…
PM Modi Goes Virtual: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that he would participate virtually in the 47th ASEAN Summit, to be held in Kuala Lumpur from October 26 to 28, 2025. The decision follows India’s call with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, during which Modi cited the Diwali festivities as one reason for his non‑travel. Statement of ASEAN‑India Relations In his virtual…
47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia: Malaysia holds the rotating chair of ASEAN in 2025 and again hosts the bloc’s leadership meeting in Kuala Lumpur from October 26 to 28, 2025. The venue underscores Malaysia’s ambition to steer the bloc amid growing regional complexity. East Timor’s Accession as ASEAN’s 11th Member In a historic move, East Timor (Timor‑Leste) was formally…
उत्तर प्रदेश में शहरी पुनर्लेखन: प्रदेश में पिछले वर्षों में शहरीकरण की गति तेजी से बढ़ी है। नीति‑विश्लेषण के अनुसार, कई शहरों में पुरानी कॉलोनियाँ, सरकारी खाली फ्लैट्स, अनधिकृत बस्तियाँ और उपयोग‑रहित भूमि‑खंड रह गए हैं। इन क्षेत्रों का पुनर्विकास न होने से न केवल निवेश का अवसर खो रहा था बल्कि शहरों की गुणवत्ता‑जीवन…