Author: Akancha Mishra

Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr began a significant five-day state visit to India on Monday, aimed at boosting bilateral cooperation in defense and trade. This marks his first official trip to India since assuming office in 2022 and comes at a pivotal moment, as both nations celebrate the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic ties. President Marcos is accompanied by First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos and a high-level delegation that includes cabinet ministers, senior government officials, and influential business leaders. The delegation’s arrival in New Delhi signals a growing strategic convergence between the two Indo-Pacific democracies, particularly in maritime security…

India has officially emerged as the third-largest producer of solar power in the world, overtaking Japan in a significant leap toward renewable energy leadership. According to recent data from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), India generated 108,494 gigawatt hours (GWh) of solar electricity in 2024—well ahead of Japan’s 96,459 GWh. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi shared the news via platform X, highlighting the achievement as a testament to the rapid growth of India’s clean energy sector. He emphasized that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, India has accelerated its green energy ambitions and now stands among the top three…

Many Indians have moved overseas in search of new beginnings, but few have achieved extraordinary international success like Sri Prakash Lohia. Born on August 11, 1952, in Kolkata, Lohia made a life-changing decision in 1973 to move to Indonesia with his father, Mohan Lal Lohia. There, he laid the foundation of his global business journey by launching PT Indo-Rama Synthetics, a firm that started producing spun yarns in 1976. What began as a modest textile operation would later evolve into Indorama Corporation, a global leader in petrochemicals and industrial manufacturing. Lohia pursued his college education at Delhi University before venturing…

On July 30, 2025, India successfully launched the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. Lifted by the GSLV-F16 rocket at 5:40 p.m., the satellite was deployed precisely into a sun-synchronous orbit just 18 minutes after launch — marking a major milestone in India-US space cooperation. Weighing about 2,392 kg, NISAR is the first-ever satellite developed collaboratively by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). It’s designed for a five-year mission to monitor changes on Earth with high accuracy using dual-frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar — NASA’s…

In a historic step for space collaboration, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and NASA are set to launch the jointly developed Earth observation satellite, NISAR, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission, valued at $1.5 billion, represents a technological milestone as the world’s first Earth observation satellite using dual-frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR). It is designed to deliver precise, real-time data on environmental changes, natural disasters, and the planet’s evolving surface. NISAR will carry both NASA’s L-band and ISRO’s S-band radar systems, integrated on a specially designed spacecraft bus provided by…

In a significant breakthrough for Indian security forces, three terrorists, including the alleged mastermind of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, were killed in an encounter on the outskirts of Srinagar on Monday, July 28. The joint anti-terror operation was carried out by the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police based on specific intelligence inputs. The mission, codenamed Operation Mahadev, was launched in the Lidwas area near Dara, located close to the Dachigam National Park. According to officials, security forces swiftly moved into action once credible information was received about the presence of terrorists in the region. The Chinar Corps of…

On the occasion of International Tiger Day 2025, India proudly announced its status as the world leader in tiger conservation, housing 3,682 tigers across 58 well-managed reserves. Union Minister for Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, shared this milestone on his official X account, attributing the success to a unified national vision and effective governance. He emphasized that protecting tigers goes beyond safeguarding an iconic species—it’s about nurturing the forests and ecosystems they represent. The minister urged citizens to commit to the continued protection of these majestic creatures, which not only serve as ecological indicators but also provide…

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for a dynamic phase of space missions, kicking off with the much-anticipated launch of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite. Scheduled for July 30, this mission will take off aboard the GSLV-F16 rocket and is designed to revolutionize Earth observation efforts. NISAR, a joint project between NASA and ISRO, will scan the entire planet every 12 days, capturing high-resolution radar imagery regardless of weather or lighting conditions. With a 242-kilometer swath width, the satellite will deliver vital data for studying climate change, managing natural disasters, and advancing geoscience research. This…

BJP leader Amit Malviya took to social media to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s continued dominance in global leadership approval rankings. According to the most recent Morning Consult Global Leader Approval Tracker, conducted between July 4 and 10, 2025, Modi has once again emerged as the world’s highest-rated and most trusted head of state. In a post on platform X, Malviya wrote, “Loved by over a billion Indians and admired across continents, Prime Minister Modi continues to lead with unwavering trust and respect. With the highest approval rating globally, Bharat remains in capable hands.” The survey places Modi at…

 India’s semiconductor startup scene is booming, with venture capitalists pouring in record investments, thanks to strong government support under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Programs like the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme and Chips to Startup (C2S) are fueling this growth. A standout example is Netrasemi, a rising startup developing chips for smart vision, IoT systems, and CCTV applications. It recently secured a notable $12.38 million in venture capital, showcasing the potential of India’s chip innovation ecosystem. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw hailed the progress, attributing the momentum to India’s design talent and the strategic backing from the India…