The Indian Navy continues its rapid modernization with the upcoming commissioning of INS Taragiri, a stealth guided missile frigate from the advanced Project 17A lineup. On April 3, Visakhapatnam will host the event where Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh will hand over this powerhouse to the naval fleet, underscoring India’s commitment to ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ in defense manufacturing. Packing a lethal punch, Taragiri integrates the BrahMos cruise missile for precision strikes on enemy ships and surface targets. Its arsenal includes Barak-8 missiles for extended air defense, anti-aircraft guns, Varunastra torpedoes, and rocket launchers tailored for submarine hunting. State-of-the-art sonar arrays, digital radars,…
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The United Arab Emirates has emerged as a frontline defender in the shadow war engulfing the Middle East. In a bold revelation, UAE authorities claimed their advanced air defenses downed four Iranian ballistic missiles and 26 drones in recent attacks. This forms part of a larger defensive tally since hostilities erupted on February 28. Defense officials detailed an extraordinary record: intercepting 338 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,740 drones over the period. Triggered by coordinated US-Israel assaults on Iran, Tehran’s response has included strikes on Israeli positions and American installations across the region. Compounding the aerial threats, UAE security…
Geopolitical flare-ups in West Asia triggered yet another weekly loss for Indian equities, with Nifty and Sensex closing lower for the fourth straight week amid unrelenting pressure. Nifty shed 0.16% over the period, rebounding 0.49% to settle at 23,114.50 on Friday. Sensex mirrored the caution, dipping 0.04% to 74,532.96 despite a 325.72-point or 0.44% uptick in the finale. Trading opened steady, but metal sector buying provided a temporary lift later in the week. Global crude oil stubbornly hovering over $100/barrel amplified worries about inflation spikes and India’s trade imbalances, keeping a lid on gains. Standouts included IT and public sector…
Abhishek Sharma’s T20 World Cup 2026 journey had a bumpy start with three consecutive ducks, but a timely bat swap with Shubman Gill turned things around. The explosive opener revealed this quirky anecdote at the recent Naman Awards ceremony organized by BCCI in New Delhi. Desperate to snap out of his form drought, Abhishek reached out to Gill via message, requesting his bat to ward off further failures. ‘It wasn’t just a joke; it gave me the mental push I needed,’ he explained. Pressed on his preferred willow, Abhishek endorsed Gill’s bat unequivocally. Gill, in turn, lightened the mood by…
Sambhal’s Shia faithful turned Eid celebrations into a mournful stand against perceived injustice on March 21, donning black armbands during Friday prayers to honor Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The Iranian leader’s purported demise in a US-Israel joint operation has sparked a national outcry, transforming a joyous occasion into one of solemn defiance. At the Sirsi locality, the atmosphere thickened with anti-US sloganeering after namaz, prompting a robust police deployment. Tensions flared briefly in verbal exchanges, but swift intervention kept the peace intact. Spokespersons from the community described the black attire as a heartfelt emblem of loss and collective resolve, rooted in…
Ranchi, Honorable Chief Minister Mr. Hemant Soren paid a courtesy call on Honorable Jharkhand Assembly Speaker Mr. Rabindra Nath Mahto at the Jharkhand Ministry today. On this occasion, the Honorable Chief Minister presented the book “JHARKHAND RISING A GLOBAL STORY” and a coffee table book published by the state government to the Honorable Assembly Speaker with best wishes. The book “JHARKHAND RISING A GLOBAL STORY” contains a detailed report of the visit of an 11-member delegation led by Chief Minister Mr. Hemant Soren to Davos and the United Kingdom (London) in the previous January month by the state government, and…
Amid rising concerns over communal harmony, BJP stalwart Suvendu Adhikari unleashed a scathing critique of West Bengal’s TMC government, labeling Hindus as ‘victims’ in their own homeland. The opposition leader’s press interaction in Kolkata highlighted a pattern of attacks on Hindu society, sadhus, and sacred sites, blaming state machinery for providing cover to perpetrators. ‘Despite the Chief Minister being Hindu, she indulges in vote-bank politics favoring other communities,’ Adhikari remarked pointedly. He recounted desecrations of Goddess Durga statues and temple demolitions, alleging police inaction during engineered riots. A minister’s preemptive nod to Friday disturbances only fueled his outrage. Fresh from…
Gary Kirsten, the mastermind behind India’s 2011 World Cup triumph, has pulled no punches in explaining his abrupt exit from Pakistan’s white-ball coaching role. Citing relentless interference from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the South African legend revealed how administrative overreach derailed his efforts to transform the team. Hired on a high-profile two-year deal just before the 2024 T20 World Cup, Kirsten’s stint lasted a mere six months. In his first detailed account, he painted a picture of chaos: ‘External pressures reached unprecedented levels, making it tough to build any stability with the players. The interference was overwhelming—something I’d never…
Mumbai’s tinsel town thrives on drama, but the 2008 clash between Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan at Katrina Kaif’s birthday bash redefined Bollywood feuds. A simple argument exploded, creating a chasm that lasted until Eid 2013. Insiders recall the party descending into chaos. The Khans traded barbs that turned physical, only diffused by Katrina Kaif and Gauri Khan. Theories abound: Salman’s alleged anger over Katrina, or ego clashes amid TV show rivalries. Salman’s ‘Dus Ka Dum’ was a smash, while Shah Rukh’s quiz show struggled, sparking mocking remarks that festered. Post-fight, professional courtesy vanished. No collaborations, no shared events—pure…
In a decisive rebuttal, the Indian government has shot down circulating rumors that America requested use of Indian land for airstrikes on Iran, citing the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA). Described as ‘completely unfounded,’ these claims have no basis in reality, authorities affirmed. Social media buzz intensified following unconfirmed reports of US actions against Iranian naval assets near Sri Lankan waters. Netizens speculated India’s role, prompting an official clarification that debunked any territorial permissions or involvement. The 2016 LEMOA pact, often misunderstood, allows mutual access to military facilities for maintenance and supplies during bilateral exercises—not for launching offensives. Indian…