Month: July 2025

Trump’s Proposed Tariffs Shake Up India’s Trade Strategy

Trump’s Proposed Tariffs Shake Up India’s Trade Strategy

25% Tariff and Penalties Upend Prior Assumptions The Indian government’s approach to trade negotiations with the US has been thrown into uncertainty. This follows President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariffs on Indian goods effective August 1. An unspecified penalty is also linked to India’s defence and energy imports from Russia. Indian officials had previously expected some give and take in talks. They anticipated a manageable tariff gap versus China. They also hoped for respect for India’s key concerns, including agricultural protections and support for small manufacturers. https://twitter.com/TrumpTruthOnX/status/1950776077204513135 Officials: No Rushing Into Unequal Deals The Commerce and Industry Ministry…
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DRDO: Successful Test of Pralay Missile Enhances India’s Defense

DRDO: Successful Test of Pralay Missile Enhances India’s Defense

Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha — DRDO has made a significant leap in India's defense capabilities. It conducted two successful tests of the Pralay Missile on 28th and 29th July. testing It has successfully test-fired its homegrown quasi-ballistic missile, Pralay, from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the Odisha coast. The test marked a crucial milestone in the ongoing development of India’s advanced strategic arsenals. Cutting-Edge Missile for Modern Battlefield Pralay is developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). It is a next-generation, surface-to-surface missile. It is designed for high-precision strikes in conventional warfare settings. Pralay has an operational…
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Bangladesh Air Force Training Jet Crashes into School in Dhaka; At Least 19 Killed

Bangladesh Air Force Training Jet Crashes into School in Dhaka; At Least 19 Killed

A Bangladesh air force training aircraft crashed into a school in Dhaka's Uttara area on Monday, leaving at least 19 people killed and over 100 others injured. The jet was identified as an F-7 BGI. It went down on the premises of Milestone School and College. Students were present on campus at the time. The aircraft took off for a routine training mission but crashed around 1:06 pm. The crash sent shockwaves through the area, as emergency services rushed to the scene. Fire and rescuers from the military arrived at the scene. Bangladesh army’s public relations office confirmed in a…
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Mumbai Train Blasts: Bombay High Court Acquitted all 12 People Accused

Mumbai Train Blasts: Bombay High Court Acquitted all 12 People Accused

Highlight Bombay High Court acquitted all 12 convicted in 2006 Mumbai train blasts case Trial court had sentenced five to death and others to life imprisonment in 2015 High court ruled prosecution failed to prove the accused committed the crime Mumbai: Nineteen years after the 2006 Mumbai train blasts, the tragedy claimed 189 lives and left over 800 people injured. Today, the Bombay High Court acquitted all 12 people. They had been convicted by a lower court in the serial bombing case. In 2015, a trial court had found these 12 accused guilty. It sentenced five of them to death.…
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India Dominates UPI, Transactions of ₹24 Lakh Crore in June, IMF Applauds

India Dominates UPI, Transactions of ₹24 Lakh Crore in June, IMF Applauds

India has achieved a major milestone in digital payments. According to the IMF report, India has become the global leader in real time payments. In June 2024, transactions worth Rs 24.03 lakh crore were done through UPI. Highlights India becomes a global leader in real time payments. In June, transactions worth ₹24.03 lakh crore were done through UPI. 63.9 crore transactions are happening daily through UPI New Delhi. India has achieved another major milestone in the field of digital payments. According to the new report of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), India is the global leader in real time payments.…
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Indonesia Ferry Fire: 280 people jumped into the water

Indonesia Ferry Fire: 280 people jumped into the water

Indonesia Ferry Fire: A fire broke out on a ferry in the middle of the sea in Indonesia. This incident caused a stir. 280 passengers had to jump into the water to save their lives. So far 18 are injured, many are reported missing. Highlights Huge fire in Indonesia's ferry, 280 passengers jumped into the water. The video of the incident went viral; women and children also jumped into the sea. So far 18 injured, rescue team engaged in rescue, many still missing. Indonesia Ferry Fire: A heartbreaking accident happened at Indonesia's Ocean on Sunday afternoon. A ship named 'KM Barcelona…
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Outrage After Man Eats Chicken Inside ISKCON Restaurant in London, Video Goes Viral

Outrage After Man Eats Chicken Inside ISKCON Restaurant in London, Video Goes Viral

London: A video shows a man eating fried chicken inside Govinda's Restaurant. This restaurant is run by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in London. The video has gone viral on social media. It is sparking outrage and debate. In the video, user @ssaratht shared it on X (formerly Twitter). The man can be seen entering the strictly vegetarian ISKCON Govinda's restaurant. Despite knowing it serves only pure vegetarian food, he asked the staff whether any meat dishes were available. He learned that the food does not even use onions and garlic. The man then took out a KFC…
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Box Office Sensation: Saiyaara  Breaking Records

Box Office Sensation: Saiyaara Breaking Records

In Bollywood, it is expected that movies of old superstars will bring in big box office collections. But with an exceptional record-breaking entry, a movie starring new faces in lead roles has enchanted crowds. Mohit Suri’s latest work ‘Saiyaara’ was released in theatres on July 18, 2025. New Faces, Historic Numbers After two days the total collections stands at staggering Rs 37.79 crores. The movie collected Rs 21.25 crore at the domestic box office on day one of its theatrical release. It earned around Rs 17 crores on day 2. These are the highest collections for a romantic Bollywood movie,…
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What do Cricketers Eat and Drink During Test Match Breaks? England’s Ollie Pope Offers Insights

What do Cricketers Eat and Drink During Test Match Breaks? England’s Ollie Pope Offers Insights

Ever wondered what cricketers eat during their match breaks? Do players actually drink tea during the tea break? England top-order batter Ollie Pope decided to satiate the curiosity of fans. In a video shared by Sky Sports, Pope offered some insights into his eating habits during matches. Meals Depend on the Day’s Action Ollie Pope said that the players’ eating habits highly depend on whether they are out on the field or not. He revealed that the lunch menu for the England cricket team usually consists of high-protein and carb-rich meals. "We generally like chicken, fish, or maybe some steak…
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Trump Claims Five Jets were Shot Down in India-Pak Conflict, Opposition Targets PM

Trump Claims Five Jets were Shot Down in India-Pak Conflict, Opposition Targets PM

On Friday, July 18,  U.S. President Donald Trump said "five jets were shot down" during the conflict between India and Pakistan in May. He did not specify which side lost its jets or whether this was the combined loss from the military aggression. Speaking at the White House, he hosted a dinner for Republican senators. He reiterated that the fighting ended following his intervention. India Stresses Bilateral Ceasefire This is in context of the military aggression between India and Pakistan after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7. Operation Sindoor was a retaliation against terror infrastructure after the 22nd April…
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