Month: April 2025

Excise Hike on Petrol, Diesel, and Rise in LPG & CNG Prices: Political Storm Brews as Citizens Feel the Burn

Excise Hike on Petrol, Diesel, and Rise in LPG & CNG Prices: Political Storm Brews as Citizens Feel the Burn

Fuel Price Hikes Stir Nationwide Debate The recent hike in excise duty on petrol and diesel has set off a nationwide debate. Rising prices of LPG and CNG are also causing concerns. These changes are drawing sharp political reactions and public criticism. Oil marketing companies have assured no immediate increase in petrol and diesel retail prices. Meanwhile, the rise in LPG and CNG costs has already impacted household budgets. It has also affected transportation fares. What Changed? Petrol & Diesel: Excise duty increased by the central government. Retail prices remain stable for now, but concerns loom over future hikes. LPG…
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Empowering Women in the Armed Forces: Samudra Pradakshina Expedition

Empowering Women in the Armed Forces: Samudra Pradakshina Expedition

A Trailblazing Voyage Begins from Mumbai This marks a landmark moment for gender empowerment in the armed forces. The all-women Tri-Services Sailing Expedition, Samudra Pradakshina, was officially flagged off. The event took place at the Indian Naval Watermanship Training Centre in Colaba, Mumbai, on April 7, 2025. The ceremonial send-off was led by Lt Gen AK Ramesh, Commandant of the College of Military Engineering (CME). Twelve women officers. Three services. Aboard the Indian Armed Services Vessel (IASV) Triveni, a team consists of 12 women officers. They are from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The team has begun a…
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INS Sahyadri Docks in Colombo as PM Modi Concludes Strategic Visit to Sri Lanka

INS Sahyadri Docks in Colombo as PM Modi Concludes Strategic Visit to Sri Lanka

Strengthening Maritime and Defence Cooperation Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his impactful visit to Sri Lanka. Following the visit, Indian Navy warship INS Sahyadri docked at the Port of Colombo. This action reinforces India’s commitment to regional maritime cooperation. The warship, part of the Eastern Fleet, is on operational deployment in the Indian Ocean Region. It serves as a symbol of India's growing naval outreach. It also highlights defence collaboration with its neighbours. Deepening Naval Engagement During its stay, Indian and Sri Lankan naval personnel will participate in professional exchanges. They will also engage in joint exercises. Additionally, operational discussions…
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IndiGo flight makes emergency landing at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar after woman dies on board

IndiGo flight makes emergency landing at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar after woman dies on board

NEW DELHI: An IndiGo Airlines flight from Mumbai to Varanasi made an emergency landing at Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar airport. This occurred after an 89-year-old passenger died onboard on Sunday night.The passenger was Sushila Devi from Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh. She began feeling unwell during the flight. This prompted the emergency landing at Chikalthana Airport around 10 pm. A medical team that examined the passenger upon landing confirmed she had already passed away. The MIDC CIDCO police station completed the necessary formalities before the flight continued its journey to Varanasi.The deceased passenger's body was transferred to the Government Medical College and…
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SRH Misread Hyderabad Pitch in Pursuit of Big Total Against Gujarat Titans

SRH Misread Hyderabad Pitch in Pursuit of Big Total Against Gujarat Titans

In the IPL 2025 clash on April 6 between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Gujarat Titans (GT), SRH’s aggressive approach backfired. They misread the Hyderabad pitch. As a result, they set a below-par target. SRH aimed for a score well above 180. However, they fell short with a total of 165/8. GT comfortably chased it down. This exposed a strategic miscalculation in SRH’s batting blueprint. SRH's Batting Collapse: A Result of Over-Aggression SRH is known for their explosive top order. They went in with an attacking mindset. However, the pitch didn't support stroke-making as expected. There was variable bounce and some…
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Sridhar Vembu Warns of Global Economic Collapse, Suggests Return to Gold and Silver

Sridhar Vembu Warns of Global Economic Collapse, Suggests Return to Gold and Silver

Global Trade System Under Stress Sridhar Vembu is the Chief Scientist at Zoho Corporation. He has raised serious concerns about the global financial system. He calls it a “house of cards” built on rising U.S. debt. In a detailed post on social media, Vembu explained that the current global trade structure—largely powered by the U.S. dollar—is reaching a breaking point after functioning for over 50 years. https://twitter.com/svembu/status/1908682775974305845?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1908682775974305845%7Ctwgr%5E657fec2fa056fd5d075980fd0fefce4fb712d6d9%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.businesstoday.in%2Findia%2Fstory%2Fthe-system-has-now-reached-its-breaking-point-sridhar-vembu-warns-of-global-collapse-proposes-gold-silver-for-global-trade-470857-2025-04-06 How the System Works Vembu described how the U.S. has consistently imported more than it exports. To support global trade and investment, the U.S. issued dollars, which were then expanded through the global…
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Injured Pakistani Sailor Rescued in Central Arabian Sea by INS Trikand of Indian Navy

Injured Pakistani Sailor Rescued in Central Arabian Sea by INS Trikand of Indian Navy

Indian Navy's Mission Deployed stealth frigate INS Trikand was operating in the Central Arabian Sea. It provided urgent critical medical assistance to a Pakistani crew of a Fishing Vessel. The vessel was operating approximately 350 nautical miles east of the Oman coast. The crew had suffered severe injury involving multiple fracture and blood loss. INS Trikand on morning of 04 Apr 25, intercepted a distress call from an Iranian dhow Al Omeedi. Further investigation revealed that a crew member of the dhow severely injured his fingers and working on the engine. He was in critical condition. He had been transferred…
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A New Religion on the Horizon? Imam Predicts Formation of ‘Ibrahim Ek Faith’

A New Religion on the Horizon? Imam Predicts Formation of ‘Ibrahim Ek Faith’

In a significant and thought-provoking statement, Dr. Imam Umair Ilyasi is a prominent religious leader from India. He has predicted the emergence of a new religion. This religion aims at uniting followers of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. According to the Imam, the new faith will be known as 'Ibrahim Ek Faith'. A central hub for it has already been established in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Not the First Time Such Claims Have Surfaced This isn’t the first instance of such an idea being introduced. Reports from the previous year had already mentioned a religious movement called Abrahamic Faith. It was taking…
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Massive Nationwide Protests Erupt Against Trump-Musk Policies

Massive Nationwide Protests Erupt Against Trump-Musk Policies

Washington, D.C., April 5 – A nationwide protest was described as the largest since the current administration took office. Tens of thousands of Americans gathered across the country on Saturday. They wanted to oppose the growing influence of President Donald Trump. They also aimed to counter billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk's impact on national policy. More than 1,200 rallies were held from coast to coast. The most prominent demonstration took place at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Despite rain and cold weather, over 20,000 demonstrators filled the area around the Washington Monument. They united under a common cause. This cause…
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India’s Strategic Move in Sri Lanka: Energy and Defense Deals to Counter China

India’s Strategic Move in Sri Lanka: Energy and Defense Deals to Counter China

India has taken a strategic step in Sri Lanka. It is partnering with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to develop a key energy hub. This aims to reduce Chinese influence in the Indian Ocean region. The agreements were signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Sri Lanka. They cover defense, energy, and infrastructure sectors. This marks a major shift in regional geopolitics. India-Sri Lanka Sign Landmark Defense Pact On April 5, 2025, India and Sri Lanka signed a crucial defense cooperation agreement. This is the first of its kind in nearly four decades. The last instance was during…
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