In a move to bolster its naval power, India is planning to induct nine new modern diesel-electric submarines into its fleet. Discussions are ongoing to finalize the prices before seeking approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS). The construction of these submarines will be undertaken at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited. India’s existing submarine fleet includes six Scorpene-class submarines, acquired through a 2005 agreement with France’s Naval Group under Project-75. These submarines are considered among the most advanced attack submarines in the world, equipped to launch torpedoes and anti-ship missiles while remaining undetected by adversaries. The Indian Navy is also…
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The ongoing heavy rainfall in Odisha has exposed critical flaws in the state’s healthcare system. The Patnagarh government hospital in Balangir district experienced severe flooding, with rainwater penetrating into wards and patient rooms. This resulted in significant difficulties for patients and their families, as water reached their beds. The flooding at the hospital underscores administrative failures. Visual evidence, including photographs and videos, clearly demonstrates the severity of the flooding and its impact on hospital operations. A complete failure of the drainage system is evident, as a lack of timely drain maintenance led to water accumulation inside the hospital premises. Adding…
Donald Trump, the former U.S. President, has expressed his disappointment with Russian President Vladimir Putin concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump, who has engaged in multiple attempts to end the war, including meetings with both Zelenskyy and Putin, shared his sentiments during a recent interview. He has also previously voiced concerns about the casualties resulting from the war. Despite these efforts, the war continues. Trump stated that he is greatly disappointed in Putin regarding the situation in Ukraine. He mentioned his disappointment in the lack of a peace agreement after their meeting in Alaska. He indicated that their relationship…
The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), the economic arm of the RSS, has appealed to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to reconsider the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on plastic waste and the bidi industry ahead of the GST Council meeting. The SJM believes that the current high GST rates on bidi and plastic waste are negatively impacting employment within these sectors. The SJM is specifically requesting that the GST on both plastic waste and the bidi industry be capped at 5 percent. In a letter addressed to the Finance Minister, the SJM argued that lowering the existing GST rates—18 percent on…
The US-India trade relationship is strained, largely due to the imposition of tariffs by the Trump administration. Strategic analyst Ashley J. Tellis indicated that President Trump perceives a lack of acknowledgment for his efforts in the India-Pakistan conflict of May 2025, contributing to the current friction. Tellis suggested in an interview that Trump’s resentment might be stemming from a perceived lack of recognition for resolving the India-Pakistan dispute. The US imposed a 25% tariff on India in July, followed by a 25% secondary tariff on Indian oil imports and a 50% tariff on Indian goods from August 27. These measures…
‘Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra,’ produced by Wayfarer Films, is making waves in the box office, enjoying success in both Malayalam and Hindi-speaking areas. Kalyani Priyadarshan stars in the lead role, and the film has garnered praise. However, the film’s creators have had to issue a public apology due to a contentious dialogue. The controversy stems from a dialogue that has been interpreted as making derogatory remarks about girls from Bangalore. The character Sandy expresses his unwillingness to marry a girl from Bangalore, claiming that they are all ‘characterless.’ This statement has caused anger among viewers. The filmmakers have apologized for…
MS Dhoni, known for his calm demeanor on the cricket field, displayed a rare moment of anger during a 2014 Champions League Twenty20 (CLT20) match, as recalled by former CSK player Mohit Sharma. The incident involved a misunderstanding during a bowling change. Mohit recounted that he began his run-up, assuming he was the bowler Dhoni had signaled, only to be corrected by the captain. Despite the umpire’s decision that he must bowl the over, Dhoni expressed his displeasure. Mohit described the captain’s strong reaction, which contrasted sharply with Dhoni’s usual composed nature. The situation took an interesting turn as Mohit…
The lathi charge at Shri Ram Swaroop Memorial University in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, has prompted a strong reaction from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The incident, which occurred on Monday, led to injuries among students and ABVP members, has ignited political tensions. State Minister Satish Chandra Sharma visited the injured at the district hospital. CM Yogi has ordered immediate action, removing CO Nagar Harshit Chauhan from his position and transferring the Kotwali in-charge Ramkishan Rana and the entire police force from Gadiya police post. Inspector General of Police, Ayodhya Range, Praveen Kumar, has been tasked with investigating the lathi charge. The…
The highly anticipated ‘Wednesday Season 2’ is set to return to Netflix, with ‘Part 2’ bringing more adventures. This season will see Wednesday trying to rescue Enid after she recovers from a coma. Here’s everything to know before the premiere. ‘Wednesday Season 2 Part 2’ is scheduled to arrive on Netflix on September 5, 2025. The show will be released in the US at 3 AM ET. This means Indian viewers can watch the new season between 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM, aligning with Netflix’s usual release times. Jenna Ortega leads the cast as Wednesday Addams, and the returning cast…
NYT Connections is a daily word puzzle that challenges players to discover relationships between words. The game helps players enhance their vocabulary and is a popular offering from The New York Times. Launched in beta on June 12, 2023, it quickly became the second most-played game, following Wordle. This guide provides hints and solutions to assist players with the daily puzzle. Connections, a daily word game by The New York Times, focuses on vocabulary and word knowledge. Created by Wyna Liu, players are tasked with categorizing 16 words into groups of four. The game offers three difficulty levels to cater…