Author: Senjuti Bhattacharya

Recently spotted together at the HT India’s Most Stylish Awards in Mumbai, Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon’s appearance has sparked rumors of a potential film collaboration. During the event, Raveena presented an award to Akshay, further fueling speculation about their reunion on-screen. According to a Pinkvilla report, an unnamed source shared insights into this potential project. The source mentioned that despite having worked together in the past on films like the iconic Mohra, their upcoming venture, tentatively titled “Welcome to the Jungle,” represents a unique dynamic between them, unlike anything seen before. The report revealed that “Welcome to the Jungle”…

Indian American Sikh Rishi Bagga is set to contest the November 7 State Representative special election, aiming to represent House District 35 in the special Democratic primary. Last year, Bagga secured the Democratic nomination for the same district, but lost in the general elections to Republican Incumbent Fred Hawkins in 2022. Bagga, the son of Indian immigrants and born in Canada, migrated to the US at 10. He began his career as an assistant state attorney at the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office. He’s been associated with various legal firms in Miami and Orlando and served as the national president of…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi remarked on Saturday that the achievement of Chandrayaan-3’s success extends beyond India’s borders and encompasses all of humanity. Speaking at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) command center in Bengaluru, immediately after his return from a busy tour of South Africa and Greece, PM Modi commended the dedicated efforts of the ISRO scientists behind the Chandrayaan-3 mission. He also declared August 23 as “National Space Day” to commemorate the Moon landing of Chandrayaan-3. During his visit to the ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC), the Prime Minister engaged with the scientists involved in the Chandrayaan-3…

Indian Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi, has emphasized the need for greater attention towards micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), which contribute significantly to employment and global GDP. He commended the government’s continuous efforts that have propelled India to become the world’s fifth-largest economy, transitioning from bureaucracy to business-friendly practices. Mr. Modi expressed the administration’s determination to elevate India to the rank of the third-largest global economy in the near future. Speaking virtually at the opening of the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial event in Jaipur, Mr. Modi underscored the significance of MSMEs in the global economy and stressed the…

On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping, addressing India’s concerns about unresolved matters along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), as communicated by Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra during a briefing. The Prime Minister emphasized that upholding peace, tranquility in border regions, and respecting the LAC are pivotal for the normalization of India-China relations. Kwatra further noted that both leaders concurred to instruct relevant officials to enhance efforts for swift disengagement and de-escalation. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi and President Xi exchanged greetings and handshakes prior to the BRICS leaders’ briefing.…

The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has witnessed an impressive surge in procurement activities during this fiscal year, crossing a milestone of over US$ 12.11 billion (Rs. 1 lakh crore). This upswing can be attributed to increased purchasing engagement by various ministries and departments within the central government. The inception of the Government e-Market (GeM) platform on August 9, 2016, marked a significant shift towards online procurement of goods and services for central government entities. In the current fiscal year, GeM has achieved this remarkable milestone within 145 days of operation in 2023-24, in contrast to the 243 days it took in…

Following Chandrayaan-3’s historic soft landing near the unexplored South Pole of the moon, an essential phase commenced—rolling out the Pragyan rover. The rover’s 14-day mission involves collecting scientific data for transmission to ISRO, the space agency. Before launching the rover, the lunar dust stirred by Vikram lander’s touchdown had to settle. This step was crucial to prevent dust particles from harming the rover’s sensitive equipment and cameras. The 6-wheeled ‘Pragyan’ rover, equipped with multiple cameras and solar panels, is set to explore the moon using chemical tests and image transmission. Over 14 days (a lunar day), the rover will conduct…

A report released by ICRA Ratings forecasts a surge in India’s economic growth during the April-June quarter of the current fiscal year. The growth is predicted to accelerate from 6.1% in the January-March quarter to 8.5%. ICRA attributes this rapid increase to a recovering services sector and a strong foundation in place. According to Ms. Aditi Nayar, ICRA’s Chief Economist, the projected growth surpasses the RBI’s expectation of 8.1%. However, she cautions that challenges are anticipated in the second half of the fiscal year, which could act as a dampening factor. Nayar highlights various factors that contributed to the growth…

US President Joe Biden is scheduled for a four-day visit to India to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi during September. The focus of this visit will be on collaborating with member nations to address pressing global concerns, including climate change and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The White House officially confirmed these plans on Tuesday. According to a statement released by the White House, President Biden and fellow G20 leaders will engage in discussions pertaining to the transition towards cleaner energy sources, as well as strategies to combat climate change. An additional topic on the agenda will…

During a public event held at the Richard Nixon Foundation in Yorba Linda, California, Vivek Ramaswamy, a Republican presidential candidate, underscored the centrality of “America First” in his foreign policy approach. Ramaswamy expounded on his intention to fuse the Modern Monroe Doctrine and Nixon’s doctrine into the United States’ foreign policy framework, should he secure the presidency. Ramaswamy expressed his commitment to steer the nation away from neoconservatism and liberal internationalism towards a defense strategy that prioritizes safeguarding the homeland. As the first Republican presidential debate drew near, the Indian American candidate dedicated his efforts to outlining his vision for…