US-Ukraine Ceasefire Deal Signals Shift, Uncertainty Looms
A proposed US-Ukraine ceasefire deal marks a significant diplomatic shift but falls short of a breakthrough, with lasting peace still distant. Just a week after Washington froze aid following a tense Trump-Zelensky meeting, renewed talks yielded a 30-day truce proposal—pending Russia’s approval. Meanwhile, Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada sent
Transforming Cigarette Butts into Circular Economy
Code Effort Private Limited stands as India’s trailblazing cigarette waste recycling company, championing environmental conservation and social empowerment. The company collects and repurposes cigarette butts, transforming them into sustainable products such as artifacts, gift items, stationery, textiles, and toys. By employing eco-friendly recycling techniques, they ensure every component of cigarette
Balancing Delimitation, Democracy, and Federalism in Bharat
Gautam R. Desiraju and Deekhit Bhattacharya, in their book Delimitation and States Reorganization: For a Better Democracy in Bharat, present a powerful argument for redrawing India’s political map to restore balance and equity in representation. They contend that the decades-long freeze on delimitation has severely distorted the country’s democratic framework,
Elon Musk Claims X Hit by Massive Cyberattack
Elon Musk revealed that X (formerly Twitter) suffered a massive cyberattack on Monday, possibly orchestrated by a large group or a nation-state. The attack caused three major outages, each lasting nearly an hour. According to Downdetector, peak disruptions occurred at 3:00 pm with 2,200 reports in India, followed by 1,500
Global Markets Plunge: Trump’s Recession Warning Sparks Fear
Global markets plunged after US President Donald Trump declined to rule out a possible recession, triggering investor panic. The S&P 500 fell 2.7%—its steepest drop since December—while the tech-heavy Nasdaq tumbled 4% to a six-month low. The Dow Jones also sank 2%, marking its lowest close since Trump’s election. Investor
Nutriwel Batting for Smarter Healthcare Delivery in India
AI is set to revolutionize healthcare in India by serving as the first line of reliable information for patients seeking guidance on minor ailments. In a country struggling with inadequate doctor-to-patient ratios, AI-powered health assistants can bridge the gap. They deliver instant, evidence-based insights, reducing unnecessary clinic visits and easing
Khadhok: Tibetan Dreams of Revolution Through Brushstrokes
Khadhok, a dynamic collective of Tibetan artists, is dedicated to preserving and promoting Tibetan art and culture. Founded in 2023, it has swiftly emerged as a vital platform for both established and emerging Tibetan artists. The collective’s debut exhibition paid tribute to the late artist Jigme Choedak, showcasing over 90
Mark Carney Becomes Canada’s PM, Vows to Counter Tariffs
Mark Carney has won the race to become Canada’s next prime minister, securing a landslide victory in the Liberal Party’s leadership contest. The former governor of the Canadian and UK central banks, Carney defeated former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland with 85.9% of the vote. In his victory speech, Carney, 59,
Budget Session Resumes; Opposition Set for Fierce Showdown
New Delhi: The second half of Parliament’s Budget Session kicks off today, with the Opposition set to target the government on issues including delimitation, the three-language policy, the Waqf Bill, and US trade tariffs. The government aims to pass the Finance Bills, completing the budgetary process, while Finance Minister Nirmala
Legal Education Must Imbibe Social Justice: R. Venkataramani
R. Venkataramani, India’s 14th Attorney General, stands as a formidable constitutional lawyer with over four decades of Supreme Court experience. He embarked on his legal journey in July 1977, enrolling with the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu. By 1979, he had moved to the Supreme Court, and in 1982, he