The latest assessment by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) should put to rest a persistent misconception in strategic circles—that Bharat can afford to remain complacent about its nuclear deterrent. The SIPRI Yearbook 2026 estimates that Bharat now possesses around 190 nuclear warheads, overtaking Pakistan’s stockpile of 170. While the numerical gap is modest,…
When human rights become selective, they lose their moral force. A tragedy in one corner of the world cannot evoke outrage while a similar tragedy elsewhere is met with silence. Yet that is precisely the uncomfortable question emerging from the latest reports of violence in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). For months, Indian Muslims, like many others…
India today boasts one of the world’s youngest populations. This youthful energy is considered its greatest asset. Every year, millions of students in the country undergo rigorous competitive examinations, university courses, and vocational training. They work day and night to fulfill their dreams. Families invest their savings, time, and hopes in their education. But when…
Upadhyayula Lakshman Rao The sage Deerghatama, immersed in contemplative vision, invokes Agni in the measured cadence of Jagathi and Trishtup metres, revealing both devotion and disciplined insight. Upon the northern altar of the yajna, the priests, with reverent precision and affectionate intent, prepare a sacred seat for the divine fire. The altar shines in many…
Arjuna’s mind was engulfed in a whirlpool of anxiety. The ferocious turn of events on the battlefield shook his confidence and burdened his thoughts. The relentless fury of Bhishma’s warfare—bursting, blowing, and blasting like a raging storm—hung heavily upon his mind. Arjuna reflected deeply upon the dreadful impact that such terror must be exerting upon…
Sri Lakshmi Chennakesava Swamy Temple is situated in Macherla town of Palnadu District, Andhra Pradesh. The temple stands near the sacred Chandravanka River and is one of the most important Vaishnava temples in the Palnadu region. Macherla is well known for its rich historical and cultural heritage. The temple is believed to be over 900…
Pakistan-occupied Kashmir: Tensions remain high in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) as Pakistani security forces reportedly fired tear gas at protestors after renewed clashes with members of the Joint Awami Action Committee. Meanwhile, a shutdown strike continues across the region amid escalating unrest. The situation has further deteriorated following a communications blackout imposed after violent…
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar may have more firefighting to do amid dissatisfaction among his colleagues over Cabinet portfolio allocations. The chief minister weathered the Ramalinga Reddy storm last week after the senior leader withdrew his resignation, but looks like more turbulence is headed his way. Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, who has been allocated…
Washington: US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that negotiators were in the “final throes” of talks for a peace deal in West Asia, after Iran and Israel halted fresh hostilities that threatened to reignite the months-long war. Trump has repeatedly said that a peace agreement with Tehran is imminent, but diplomacy has stalled, and the…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a summons to Veena Vijayan, daughter of former Kerala chief minister and current leader of opposition in Kerala Assembly, Pinarayi Vijayan, in connection with the CMRL-Exalogic financial transactions case. As per sources, the agency has directed Veena Vijayan to appear before its Kochi office on Friday for questioning….
