The Champions Trophy 2025, allocated to Pakistan by the ICC, has become a flashpoint of controversy. With the BCCI successfully lobbying for all India-Pakistan matches to be held at neutral venues (hybrid model), the Indian board has now requested the ICC to move the tournament’s inaugural ceremony from Pakistan to Sharjah. The PCB’s reaction remains…
In his inaugural address, US President Donald Trump reignited controversy over the Panama Canal, issuing a stark warning to both Panama and China. Trump vowed to “take back” the canal, accusing Panama of breaching promises and overcharging the US Navy, while alleging without evidence that China has control over the waterway. “We have been treated…
In recent months, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has shown a perceptible transformation in his political demeanour and priorities. Known for his past as a decisive and often high-handed leader, Naidu appears to have shed the aura of arrogance that once defined his tenure. His renewed focus on state development and a pragmatic…
Let’s address the elephant in the room: Delhi’s obsession with freebies. Every election season, political parties roll out shiny promises like clockwork. This time, AAP offers ₹2,100 to women, and BJP counters with ₹2,500. It’s not governance; it’s a bidding war disguised as democracy. The irony here is hard to miss. Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…
The recent attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has left more questions than answers. Despite being a high-profile incident in one of Mumbai’s most secure neighbourhoods, the investigation has been riddled with inconsistencies, raising concerns about the competence of the authorities and the underlying motives behind the attack. The attack reportedly occurred at Khan’s…
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC)’s decision to demand a ban on Kangana Ranaut’s film Emergency is as baffling as it is troubling. Labelling the movie as “anti-Sikh” appears to stem from its alleged reference to Indira Gandhi’s role in creating figures like Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, a controversial figure who remains a polarizing chapter in…
Peace, though fragile, seems to be holding in Gaza as Hamas has agreed to a ceasefire and Israel’s hardline stance has softened—at least temporarily. However, the question arises: who deserves credit for this breakthrough? Outgoing President Joe Biden or incoming President Donald Trump? On the surface, it appears that President-elect Donald Trump’s unequivocal warning to…
India is undergoing a transformative journey under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, demonstrating remarkable growth across economic, military, and technological sectors. Contrary to baseless claims about inflation, unemployment, or alleged stagnation, the nation is making substantial strides towards its “Vikasit Bharat” vision, with milestones that prove its resilience and ambition. One such example is Prime…
The latest Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report has delivered a scathing critique of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, accusing it of major irregularities in the now-scrapped Delhi Excise Policy. Coming just weeks before the February 5 assembly polls, the report places AAP in a precarious position, challenging its claims of good governance. Chief…
The history of India’s border infrastructure reveals a troubling pattern of negligence, particularly under successive Congress governments since independence. This lack of foresight and action has significantly disadvantaged Indian armed forces, especially along the Indo-China border, where China’s aggressive infrastructure development has long outpaced India’s efforts. A closer look at these lapses, juxtaposed with the…
