Geopolitical fault lines are cracking wide open over Greenland, where U.S. ambitions for acquisition have provoked a multinational backlash. Denmark stands firm as the island’s protector, while Russia and China signal their interests. Even with harsh weather, minimal population, and underdeveloped facilities, what makes this icy outpost so irresistible to the world’s heavyweights? Spanning the northern Atlantic and Arctic waters, Greenland is the planet’s biggest island, part of North America’s geography, and shares a frontier with Canada. It governs its domestic affairs independently but defers to Denmark on military and diplomatic matters. Population: just 56,000. Infrastructure: rudimentary at best. The…
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As air quality indices plummet in major Indian cities, the health crisis from pollution intensifies. The Ayush Ministry urges citizens to go beyond surface-level precautions like masks. True protection lies in enhancing your body’s natural resilience through time-tested Ayurvedic strategies. Ayurveda’s everyday remedies offer a practical shield. Embrace locally sourced, seasonal produce for their freshness and nutrient density. Winter favorites such as citrus fruits, guava, root vegetables like carrots and radishes, and greens like spinach arm your system with antioxidants and minerals. Make ginger, pippali, haritaki, and bibhitaki staples. This herbal blend bolsters immunity and clears airways, preventing pollutant buildup.…
The Under-19 World Cup 2026 heated up in Windhoek as Sri Lanka delivered a clinical performance, defeating Ireland by a massive 106 runs on Monday at the Namibia Cricket Ground. This result catapults Sri Lanka to the summit of Group A with back-to-back triumphs. Fresh off a 203-run victory over Japan, Sri Lanka avenged Ireland’s earlier success against them indirectly through group standings. Ireland, who lost by 8 wickets to Australia previously, slips to third. Sri Lanka, batting first after a toss win, started shakily at 17/2. Enter captain Vimoth Dinusara, whose leadership shone through a gritty knock. He first…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s electrifying speech in Singur has ignited hopes for West Bengal’s industrial renaissance, according to BJP leaders. With assembly polls looming, the party claims a BJP-led government will transform the state’s economic landscape by attracting major industries. During his visit, Modi unveiled multiple infrastructure projects and urged the crowd to dismantle the TMC’s 15-year ‘jungle raj.’ ‘The people will deliver a fitting reply to this government. Bengal deserves genuine progress,’ he proclaimed, setting the tone for BJP’s campaign. BJP’s Dilip Ghosh, speaking to media, fully endorsed Modi’s vision. ‘Bengal’s change is inevitable, and industries will arrive only…
In a moving tribute on the 36th anniversary of the Kashmiri Pandit exodus, superstar Anupam Kher took to social media to relive the harrowing events that uprooted an entire community, blending personal anguish with a call for remembrance amid his milestone 550th film project. January 19, 1990, remains etched in history as the day when militant threats and brutal attacks forced nearly 500,000 Kashmiri Hindus to abandon the Valley overnight. Kher, hailing from a Pandit family, appeared visibly emotional in his video address on X, challenging the notion of burying painful histories. ‘Why dwell on dark days?’ he posed rhetorically.…
In a whirlwind of diplomacy, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s brief stopover in New Delhi has unlocked a treasure trove of agreements. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri described it as a ‘short but highly significant’ engagement, marked by PM Modi’s personal airport reception and subsequent high-level talks. Delegation-level interactions led to the signing and exchange of key documents, with the UAE team boasting influential figures from both Abu Dhabi and Dubai’s royal families. This composition alone highlights the visit’s gravity. Trade ambitions soar post-CEPA, with volumes exceeding $100 billion. The duo aims to hit $200 billion by 2032,…
Mizoram took a bold leap in its green energy drive as Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the foundation for the 24 MW Tuirini Mini Hydropower Project in Aizawl on Monday. Backed by financing from the New Development Bank in Shanghai, this externally aided project promises to power the state’s future with clean hydroelectricity at an estimated cost of 676.98 crore rupees on the Tuirini River banks. During the ceremony, the CM reflected on recent achievements: the 10 MW state-owned Thenzawl Solar Project’s launch last month and the ongoing 5 MW Sumsuih solar build, now 20% done. Turning to larger ambitions, he…
In a thrilling Group C clash at the Under-19 World Cup 2026, Pakistan secured their first win, thrashing Scotland by six wickets on Monday at Takashinga Sports Club. Scotland, sent in after Pakistan lost the toss, folded for 187 in 48.1 overs, handing the Asian side a gettable target. The Scots lost two quick wickets at 12 runs. Rory Grant’s gritty 21 off 45 balls alongside Thomas Knight’s 37 helped recover somewhat via a 47-run alliance. Knight’s patient knock featured three boundaries, but partnerships with Finley Carter (16-run stand) and Ollie Jones (40 runs) couldn’t accelerate the scoring. Manu Sarawat…
AIMIM firebrand Waris Pathan unleashed a scathing attack on authorities following the arrest of Muslims praying in a vacant Bareilly home. The incident, captured in a widely shared social media clip, has ignited debates on religious rights in Uttar Pradesh. The video depicted a small group performing Juma namaz indoors, posing no threat to public order. Despite this, police swooped in, handcuffing them before a court granted bail. Pathan interrogated the legality: ‘What provision justifies this? Has being Muslim turned criminal?’ Drawing parallels to street prayer violence, he invoked constitutional protections for worship. ‘From roads to homes, devotion is under…
For many, IPOs represent a golden ticket to stock market riches. But hidden complexities lurk beneath the excitement. Newbies often puzzle over Grey Market Premium (GMP), the registrar’s duties, and the Book Running Lead Manager’s (BRLM) responsibilities. Let’s break it down in plain terms to empower your investment choices. GMP is the buzz in informal trading circles before shares hit exchanges. If an IPO’s issue price stands at ₹100 and GMP hovers at ₹40, traders speculate a ₹140 listing. It’s pure speculation – no SEBI oversight, no certainties. History shows GMP can mislead: premium-packed shares flop, discount ones explode. Registrars…