Tensions between West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress and the Enforcement Directorate reach a boiling point at the Supreme Court. On March 18, Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and N.V. Anjaria will scrutinize ED’s plea alleging Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sabotaged raids at IPAC’s Kolkata office and Prateek Jain’s home. ED’s narrative is one of brazen obstruction. During simultaneous searches under PMLA for coal scam probes, Banerjee allegedly barged in, halting operations. The agency seeks FIRs against top state officials, claiming a pattern of ‘terrorizing’ central sleuths in Bengal. ASG S.V. Raju laid it bare in court: ED faces hostility, not overreach.…
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In a decisive assertion of independence, Argentina has taken the formal step to sever ties with the World Health Organization. Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno shared the update via social media, detailing the notification dispatched to the UN Secretary-General on March 17, 2025. The withdrawal, per Vienna Convention protocols, activates after a 12-month period. This follows President Javier Milei’s government declaring its intent back in February 2025, with spokesperson Manuel Adorni explaining the move as essential for policy agility. ‘We will sustain health collaborations bilaterally and regionally, all while protecting our sovereign right to shape health strategies,’ Quirno affirmed. Adorni had…
Ayurveda, India’s timeless health science, customizes diet based on prakriti—your unique body type. Fruits, packed with vitality, demand respect through specific consumption guidelines to avoid imbalances. Casual fruit munching or juicing might seem harmless, but it often misses the mark. Ayurveda recommends seasonal, fully ripened fruits to prevent pitta aggravation from unripe ones. Prime slots: between breakfast and lunch, or post-afternoon snack, limiting to one variety per sitting. As summer approaches, ripe mangoes energize afternoon routines, while raw versions suit cooked dishes. Ubiquitous bananas increase kapha, warranting caution for mucus-prone individuals. Vata-dominant folks benefit from nutrient-dense dates and tangy grapes.…
In a spectacle of faith and grandeur, Baba Mahakal at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple blessed devotees on Chaitra Krishna Chaturdashi, Wednesday. The temple precincts buzzed with anticipation as thousands queued since midnight for a glimpse of the Lord’s ethereal morning rituals. The 4 AM Bhasma Aarti turned the arena into a sea of fervor. ‘Jai Mahakal’ slogans reverberated, mingling with the scent of incense and the fervor of collective bhakti. Pilgrims experienced transcendent bliss upon witnessing the divine form. Rituals unfolded meticulously: initial purification with water in Brahma Muhurta, then the iconic Bhasma Aarti by Mahanirvani Akhara saints. Chanting ancient mantras,…
In a display of rare political unity, Karnataka’s MPs have resolved to form an all-party delegation to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Jal Shakti following the conclusion of state assembly elections across India. The decision emerged from a late-night huddle at Karnataka Bhavan in New Delhi, as revealed by Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. Chaired amid growing concerns over irrigation deficits, the session brought together 24 lawmakers, including BJP stalwarts such as Jagdish Shettar, Basavaraj Bommai, Govind Karjol, and Vishveshwar Hegde Kageri. The agenda zeroed in on streamlining projects like Mahadayi, Krishna, Tungabhadra, and Bhadra, while assessing…
Ahead of the WTO’s pivotal Ministerial Conference 14, American legislators are demanding a forever ban on tariffs for digital transmissions, targeting e-books, streaming services, and software. India, however, remains firmly opposed, emerging as the biggest hurdle to this ambitious goal. During a House committee session, officials reiterated the need to perpetuate the 1998 moratorium on customs duties for electronic transmissions. This provision has shielded digital products from border taxes, enabling seamless cross-border data and service flows worldwide. Adrian Smith, chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, made it clear: the US wants wins for every sector of its economy,…
Chennai Super Kings’ decision to rope in Sanju Samson has cricket pundits buzzing, and none more enthusiastic than former India captain Anil Kumble. The leggie-turned-coach sees this as a strategic coup that strengthens CSK’s leadership pipeline and regional appeal. After years of loyalty to Rajasthan Royals—captaining them from 2021 and reaching the 2022 final—Samson now dons CSK colors. His explosive right-handed batting and keeping skills arrive at a time when CSK eyes succession planning post-MSD era. Kumble praised the move as a ‘generational shift,’ highlighting Samson’s peak form that powered India’s T20 World Cup charge. ‘He’s not just a player;…
A bipartisan chorus in Washington is raising red flags over China’s vaulting ambitions in AI, robotics, and self-governing tech, viewing them as direct threats to American primacy. In a gripping House subcommittee hearing, the depth of these risks—from data grabs to military applications—came into sharp focus. Chairman Andrew Garbarino framed the issue bluntly: China’s push for supremacy in world-altering tech is no distant specter but a domestic peril. He zeroed in on DeepSeek’s game-changing AI model from early 2025, which matched elite U.S. rivals while costing pennies on the dollar, rattling markets and evoking Cold War parallels. But the real…
In a chilling turn of events, Uttar Pradesh’s capital witnessed a gruesome murder within a family setting. Vishnu Yadav, approximately 30 years old from Pratapgarh district, met his untimely demise at the hands of his wife’s relatives in Lucknow’s Ashiana area. Yadav had traveled to his in-laws’ residence on Tuesday for work-related purposes. Tensions flared over a trivial matter, leading to heated exchanges that culminated in physical violence. The in-laws, overcome by anger, delivered a powerful blow to his head, resulting in instant death. The incident was reported promptly to emergency services, prompting a rapid police response. The crime scene…
The U.S. defense export machine hit a record high last fiscal year, approving more than $330 billion in arms deals—a testament to the unmatched appeal of American military tech worldwide. Speaking before Congress, State Department’s Stanley L. Brown attributed this surge to allies’ unwavering confidence in U.S. systems and partnerships. But beneath the numbers lies a creaky bureaucracy unable to keep pace. Brown painted a picture of a process bogged down by complexity, failing to deliver weapons at the velocity partners demand in today’s volatile world. Enter the Trump administration’s bold countermeasures: executive actions and the ‘America First Arms Transfer…