Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

Jayshree Ullal, the Chief Executive Officer of Arista Networks, has secured the seventh position on Forbes’ 2026 ranking of America’s Richest Self-Made Women, becoming the highest-ranked woman of Indian origin featured on the prestigious list. With an estimated net worth of $6.8 billion, Ullal’s financial success reflects decades of leadership in the technology industry and her substantial ownership stake in the company she helped transform into a global networking powerhouse. A major portion of Ullal’s wealth stems from her approximately 3% ownership in Arista Networks. Reports indicate that she has also allocated part of her holdings for the benefit of…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a historic political milestone by becoming India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister since the Constitution came into force, surpassing the record previously held by Jawaharlal Nehru. With 4,399 consecutive days in office, Modi’s tenure now stands as the longest uninterrupted leadership period in India’s democratic history. He first took oath as Prime Minister on May 26, 2014, marking the beginning of a leadership journey that has continued through three consecutive electoral victories. He was re-elected in 2019 and again in 2024, extending his mandate despite shifting political dynamics. The milestone places him one day ahead…

India and Nepal have taken a significant step forward in digital financial integration with the launch of a real-time cross-border payment linkage between India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Nepal’s National Payments Interface (NPI). The collaboration, led by NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) and Nepal Clearing House Ltd (NCHL), is designed to make money transfers between the two countries faster, more secure, and more affordable. The newly introduced system enables instant person-to-person remittances across borders, reducing dependency on traditional and often slower banking channels. Users can now send funds using simple identifiers such as mobile numbers or virtual payment addresses…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on track to achieve a historic milestone in Indian political history by surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru’s record for the longest continuous tenure as an elected head of government. According to calculations based on his time in office, this landmark is expected to be reached on June 10, 2026. Modi has served as Prime Minister since May 26, 2014, when he first took office after leading his party to a decisive majority in the Lok Sabha elections. By the time he completes his tenure on the stated date, his uninterrupted period in office will total approximately 4,399…

India’s steel industry maintained strong growth momentum in May 2026, supported by consistent demand from infrastructure development, construction activities, and the manufacturing sector. The overall performance reflects continued economic expansion and steady industrial activity across the country. According to data from the Ministry of Steel, crude steel production reached 14.21 million tonnes during May, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 2.9%. Finished steel output also showed stronger growth, rising 7.7% to 13.94 million tonnes. At the same time, domestic steel consumption climbed 9% to 14.33 million tonnes, highlighting robust demand conditions in the local market. Other segments of production also recorded…

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is set to undertake a three-day official visit to India, where discussions are expected to focus on strengthening cooperation in connectivity, trade, investment, energy, and people-to-people exchanges between the two neighboring countries. The visit marks Khanal’s first official trip to India since the formation of Nepal’s current government and comes amid continued efforts by both nations to deepen their longstanding partnership. During his stay in New Delhi, Khanal is scheduled to hold formal talks with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and engage with senior Indian officials on a range of bilateral and regional issues. According…

Keya Wingfield, an Indian-American chef originally from Mumbai, has shared her inspiring journey of transforming her health and lifestyle after years of struggling with weight-related challenges. Now in her early 40s, Wingfield decided to make a significant change in 2022 when she realized that her physical and mental well-being needed urgent attention. At the time, she weighed 104 kilograms and was dealing with several health concerns, including hormonal imbalances, high insulin resistance, and diabetes. Beyond the medical issues, she felt emotionally drained and knew she wanted a healthier future for herself and her daughter. Reflecting on that period, Wingfield said…

Indian-American entrepreneur Vinita Gupta, widely recognized as the first woman of Indian origin to take a company public in the United States, believes India’s professional landscape has transformed dramatically since she began her career. Reflecting on her journey, Gupta noted that returning to India was not a realistic option when she left the country in the 1970s, whereas today’s engineers and technology professionals have access to far greater opportunities at home. Speaking about the evolving relationship between India and global technology talent, Gupta said that economic growth and rapid development have created an environment where highly skilled professionals can build…

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are scheduled to visit Odisha later this month to take part in celebrations marking two years of the state government’s current tenure. The visit is expected to be a major political and administrative event, featuring large-scale public participation and key developmental announcements. The official confirmation was issued by the Chief Minister’s Office following a high-level review meeting held at Lok Seva Bhavan in Bhubaneswar. During the meeting, senior officials assessed preparations for the upcoming programme and discussed logistical arrangements for hosting the two national leaders. As part of the…

India and South Africa have taken another step toward strengthening their strategic partnership, with senior leaders from both nations holding a series of discussions in New Delhi focused on economic cooperation, defense collaboration, and shared priorities for developing countries. Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan met South African Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile and his delegation on Tuesday to review the progress of bilateral relations and identify new areas for cooperation. The talks covered a broad range of subjects, including trade, investment, defense, skills development, and initiatives designed to strengthen connections between the people of both countries. A key theme of…