Month: January 2025

10 Key Highlights of the Economic Survey 2025

10 Key Highlights of the Economic Survey 2025

What is Economic Survey? The Economic Survey is an annual report. The Department of Economic Affairs prepares it under the guidance of the Chief Economic Adviser. It provides a comprehensive overview of the country’s economic performance over the past year. The report analyzes key metrics such as GDP growth, inflation, employment, and trade balances. The survey is traditionally presented a day before the Union Budget. It offers insights into the current economic landscape. It also sets the stage for policy discussions and budgetary allocations. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Economic Survey 2025 in Parliament on January 31. 10 key…
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Top Tri-Services Commanders Jointly Embark INS Vikrant in a First

Top Tri-Services Commanders Jointly Embark INS Vikrant in a First

India’s pride and indigenously built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant experienced a momentous step. It moved towards achieving Jointness among the Army, Navy and Air Force. For the first time, India’s top military leadership saw the joint phase of TROPEX 25 together. Lt Gen Johnson P Mathew CISC, Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani VCOAS, and VAdm K Swaminathan VCNS embarked INS Vikrant off the West coast on 30 Jan. Air Marshal SP Dharkar VCAS and Lt Gen Ajay Kumar, DG Infantry also joined them. They saw the Joint Phase of TROPEX 25. The visit aims to give an insight to the…
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Rakhi Sawant’s Cross-Border Love Story, Set to Marry Pakistani Police Officer Dodi Khan

Rakhi Sawant’s Cross-Border Love Story, Set to Marry Pakistani Police Officer Dodi Khan

Bollywood’s most talked-about celebrity, Rakhi Sawant, is once again making waves, this time with news of her third marriage. The actress and reality TV star has confirmed her upcoming marriage. She is set to marry Pakistani police officer and actor Dodi Khan. During her recent visit to Lahore, Pakistan, Rakhi revealed that Dodi proposed to her, and she happily accepted. Speaking about her excitement, she told Filmibeat, “Main to aasmaan me chu rahi hu, bahut khush hu. Meri zindagi me pyar aur khushiyaan laut aayi hain.” However, her decision to marry across the border has sparked curiosity, with many wondering…
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Authentic Baingan Bharta Recipe: A Flavorful Aubergine Delight

Authentic Baingan Bharta Recipe: A Flavorful Aubergine Delight

A delightful and flavourful aubergine dish made with chargrilled mashed aubergines. It’s an accompaniment to Indian breads, rice or even as a side dish in Indian meals. Ingredients: 2 large aubergines (eggplants) 2 tablespoons oil (mustard or vegetable oil) 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 tomatoes, finely chopped 2 green chilies, finely chopped 1 tablespoon ginger grated 1 tbsp garlic crushed 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 tsp amchur powder ( dry mango powder)-1tsp paprika powder-1 tsp cumin seeds-1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds-1tsp ajwain seeds ( caraway seeds)-1/4 tsp hing ( asafoetida) Fresh…
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Easy Comfort Food: Creamy Pasta with Prawns or Chicken

Easy Comfort Food: Creamy Pasta with Prawns or Chicken

200 gm pasta (fusilli or penne)300 ml fresh cream1 cup grated cheddar cheese2 tbsp olive oil8 garlic cloves chopped1 cup red onions chopped200 gm blanched spinach1 cup cherry tomatoes ( halved)1 cup raw king prawns/ boiled chicken cubes1/2 cup mushrooms chopped1 tbsp pine nutsSEASONINGSSalt2 tsp dried basil2 tsp dried parsley2 tsp crushed red chili flakes Sauté garlic, red onion in olive oil. Add cherry tomatoes, mushrooms and blanched spinach. Fry for few minutes. Alongside boil the pasta according to packet instructions. Add prawns or boiled chicken pieces. Sauté for another few minutes. Add fresh cream pine nuts and cheddar stir…
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Quick and Easy Chicken Spring Rolls: Indo-Chinese Style

Quick and Easy Chicken Spring Rolls: Indo-Chinese Style

Yet another Indo-chinese recipe. I am not going to say much about it. Make it, try it and share your experience with me. You will certainly fall in love with these crunchy rolls. Ingredients 250 gm chicken stripsVeggies -250 gm carrots - julienne250 gm cabbage- sliced250 gm mixed peppers - long thin slices150 gm spring onions - finally choppedSeasonings::1 tsp crushed garlic1 tsp msg / flavour enhancer1/2 tsp soy sauce1 tsp salt1/2 tsp crushed black pepper1 tsp crushed chili flakesThis quantity of seasonings for each vegetable separateSome sesame oil for cookingSpring roll sheetsSlurry - 1 tbsp plain flour mixed with…
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NVIDIA vs. DeepSeek: A New Era in AI Hardware Competition

NVIDIA vs. DeepSeek: A New Era in AI Hardware Competition

Recently, the electronics and microprocessors giant NVIDIA, which had risen to join the trillion-dollar club, with companies like Amazon and Apple, faced a severe and dangerous issue. In one day, the company lost a record-breaking $593bn of its market value. The highest amount ever lost by a company on the stock exchange in a single day! The company, known for its computer processors and high-end graphics cards, had entered the field of AI, planning to reach its pinnacle as it had for the other fields in which the company ventured. This took the attention of many people, gaining them a…
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India’s Youth: A Beacon of Pride

India’s Youth: A Beacon of Pride

The National Cadet Corps (NCC), the world’s largest voluntary uniformed youth organization, showcased the strength and potential of India’s youth during the prestigious Prime Minister’s Rally held on 27th January 2025. With over 20 lakh cadets participating worldwide, the NCC continues to shape the nation’s future leaders under its motto, “Unity and Discipline.” This year more than 2300 Cadets participated in the Republic Day Camp out of which 917 girl cadets represented the country’s growing NCC strength. The rally marked the grand finale of the Republic Day Camp (RDC), an annual month-long event held at DG NCC, Delhi. This flagship…
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Creamy Chicken Recipe: A Comforting Dinner Idea

Creamy Chicken Recipe: A Comforting Dinner Idea

Cream chicken is a rich and comforting dish typically made with tender pieces of chicken cooked in a creamy sauce. It is versatile and can be served with rice or any flat bread. Double cream added to the basic spices uplifts this dish to another level. Serves 4 people https://videopress.com/v/uXnIHxA8?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Ingredients:◦ 1 kg boneless thighs fillet cut into medium pieces or 1 chicken with bone cut into medium pieces◦ 5 tbsp cooking oil◦ 1 cup sliced onions◦ 1 cup pulverised tomatoes◦ 2 tsp ginger paste◦ 2 tsp garlic paste◦ 1tbsp yoghurt◦ 1 tsp cumin seeds◦ 3tsp coriander powder◦ ½ tsp…
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India lodges strong protest on an incident involving firing by the Sri Lankan Navy during apprehension of Indian fishermen

India lodges strong protest on an incident involving firing by the Sri Lankan Navy during apprehension of Indian fishermen

India has lodged a strong protest on an incident of firing by the Sri Lankan Navy during the apprehension of 13 Indian fishermen in the proximity of Delft Island in the early hours of January 28. Out of the 13 fishermen who were on board the fishing vessel, two have sustained serious injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the Jaffna Teaching Hospital. Three other fishermen received minor injuries and have been treated for the same. Indian Consulate Officials in Jaffna have visited the injured fishermen at the hospital to seek their welfare and are extending all possible assistance to…
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