Author: Nupur Rohila

India is a land where rivers are not just bodies of water but sacred carriers of history, spirituality, and culture. Among these revered waterways, the Shalmala River in Karnataka holds a unique treasure: Sahasralinga, a sacred site where thousands of Shiva Lingas, the symbolic representation of Lord Shiva, are carved into the riverbed and surrounding rocks. This extraordinary site blends faith, history, and natural wonder into one breathtaking spectacle. A River of a Thousand Lingas The word Sahasralinga literally translates to “a thousand lingas.” True to its name, the riverbed and rocks along a stretch of the Shalmala are adorned…

On Thursday, October 2, Indian missions across the globe commemorated the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, paying tribute to his enduring message of peace, non-violence, and social justice. Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated annually, not only honours the Father of the Nation’s philosophy but also serves as the International Day of Non-Violence, observed worldwide to spread his ideals. In New Zealand, the Indian High Commission hosted a ceremony to mark Gandhi’s 156th birthday. High Commissioner Neeta Bhushan welcomed distinguished guests, including public figures of Indian origin, Members of Parliament Anand Satyanand and Paramjeet Parmar, community leaders, and friends of New Zealand.…

 A recent report by Elsevier highlights a significant surge in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) among Indian healthcare professionals. According to the Clinician of the Future 2025 survey, more than 40% of clinicians in India are now using AI tools for professional purposes—a threefold increase from just 12% last year. This rapid growth places India ahead of the United States (36%) and the United Kingdom (34%) in AI adoption, though it still lags behind China (71%) and the broader Asia Pacific region (56%). The study, which surveyed 2,200 clinicians across 109 countries—including 275 from India—also indicated that 52% of…

 On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) during its centenary celebrations in New Delhi, emphasizing the organization’s enduring commitment to nation-building and societal development. Modi highlighted that the RSS has positively influenced and strengthened countless lives over the last century, guiding generations with a vision centered on the progress of the nation. Drawing an analogy, he compared the flourishing of human civilizations along the banks of mighty rivers to the way individuals have thrived and developed within the framework of the RSS. He reiterated that since its inception, the Sangh’s overarching mission has been focused…

 India celebrated its ninth Asia Cup title in style on Sunday, overpowering Pakistan by five wickets in a pulsating final at the Dubai International Stadium. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the team’s performance, likening the victory to “Operation Sindoor,” India’s historic military triumph, while Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the side’s fighting spirit against its arch-rivals. The match turned dramatically thanks to India’s spinners. Pakistan appeared well-placed at 113/1 in the 13th over before collapsing to 146 all out in just 19.1 overs. Kuldeep Yadav led the charge, bouncing back from an expensive start to deliver a devastating spell. Conceding…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev on the sidelines of the World Food India 2025 event, which Modi inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The discussion centered on boosting India-Russia cooperation in agriculture, fertilizers, and food processing. Modi highlighted the positive interaction on his official X account, stating they “discussed ways to strengthen our win-win cooperation in agriculture, fertilizers, and food processing.” He also conveyed greetings to President Vladimir Putin and confirmed he looks forward to welcoming him to India for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit later this year. Russia served as the…

India is looking to expand its oil and gas imports from the United States, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said, as both countries resume discussions on a broader trade agreement and explore ways to ease tariffs on Indian exports. Speaking at an event in New York, Goyal emphasized that energy cooperation between the two nations will play a major role in ensuring India’s long-term energy security. “We expect our trade in energy products with the US to grow in the coming years,” Goyal remarked. “Being natural partners and close friends, the United States will be a crucial component of India’s energy…

India’s cement industry is poised for robust performance in FY26, with operating profit expected to increase 12-18% to $10.14–$10.71 per metric tonne, according to ratings agency ICRA. The growth is supported by strong demand from the housing and infrastructure sectors, improved realisations, and stable input costs. In FY25, the industry recorded an operating profit before interest, depreciation, tax, and amortisation (OPBIDTA) of $9.08 per metric tonne. ICRA’s analysis includes major players such as ACC, Ambuja Cements, UltraTech Cement, Dalmia Bharat, and Shree Cement, which together account for roughly 74% of total industry capacity. A recent reduction in the Goods and…

At a time when US immigration policies are under scrutiny due to President Donald Trump’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, two major American corporations have appointed Indian-origin executives to top leadership roles, signaling their growing influence in global business. T-Mobile has named Srinivas “Srini” Gopalan as CEO, effective November 1, 2025, while Molson Coors Beverage Company has announced Rahul Goyal as its new CEO, starting October 1, 2025. Srinivas Gopalan, currently Chief Operating Officer at T-Mobile, will succeed Mike Sievert, who will assume the role of Vice Chairman. Gopalan’s career spans leading positions at Unilever India, Accenture, Vodafone,…

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday appealed to citizens across India to actively participate in the ongoing Swachhata Hi Seva campaign, describing it as a movement that embodies collective responsibility and national pride. Sharing a message on X, Modi expressed, “This cleanliness initiative is truly inspiring. I encourage more people to take part in this campaign and ensure its success.” The Prime Minister’s call for action coincided with a series of cleanliness drives launched in the capital by senior BJP leaders. In Delhi, party leaders took to the streets with brooms, leading symbolic efforts to clean public spaces as part…