Rajnath Singh Chairs First IGoM Meeting on West Asia Crisis
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired the inaugural Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM) meeting to assess West Asia conflict impacts on India’s energy security, essential commodities, and supply chains. He stressed proactive, coordinated, medium-to-long-term strategies with swift decision-making. Comprehensive Risk Review Joined by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Petroleum Minister Hardeep
CII Praises Govt’s Crisis Response, Proposes 12-Point Industry Resilience Plan
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) commended the government’s swift measures to counter West Asia conflict impacts, including crude diversification, LPG production boosts, and currency stabilization. CII outlined a comprehensive 12-point agenda to enhance industry resilience amid supply chain disruptions. Key Recommendations CII’s strategy emphasizes accelerating energy self-reliance through domestic
Catholic Christians Celebrate Palm Sunday with Devotion Across Tamil Nadu
Catholic Christians marked Palm Sunday with traditional fervor in Tamil Nadu, commemorating Jesus Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem through processions, special masses, and palm leaf rituals at major cathedrals. Vibrant Celebrations in Thoothukudi At Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bishop Stephen led Holy Mass with clergy and devotees carrying palm leaves in
Brown Fat Breakthrough: Hidden System Discovered That Supercharges Calorie Burning
Scientists at NYU College of Dentistry have uncovered a key biological mechanism that transforms brown fat into an efficient calorie-burning powerhouse by building essential vascular and neural networks within the tissue. SLIT3 Protein’s Dual Role The protein SLIT3, cleaved by enzyme BMP1 into two fragments, serves as a master regulator.
Pakistan Poverty Crisis Deepens to 43.5% – Urban Areas Worst Hit
Pakistan’s poverty rate has surged to 43.5% according to the Social Policy and Development Centre (SPDC), significantly exceeding official estimates of 28.9% from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. The report reveals 27 million more people fell below the poverty line between 2018-19 and 2024-25. Urban vs Rural Disparities Urban poverty
Mary Kom Joins Fit India Sundays Cycling Event
Olympic medallist and boxing legend Mary Kom participated in the Fit India Sundays on Cycle event at Delhi’s Thyagraj Stadium, promoting fitness and healthy living among citizens. The six-time world champion cycled alongside enthusiasts, emphasizing cycling’s role in cardiovascular health and stress reduction. Promoting National Fitness Drive Organized by the
RCB Captain Patidar Hails Virat Kohli After IPL 2026 Opener Rout
RCB captain Rajat Patidar declared “no words” for Virat Kohli after the star batter’s unbeaten 69 steered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a commanding six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 opener at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Kohli’s Match-Winning Masterclass Kohli (69* off 38 balls, 5×4, 5×6) anchored the chase
Andhra CM Naidu and Deputy Lokesh Greet TDP on 44th Foundation Day
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Nara Lokesh extended warm greetings on the Telugu Desam Party’s (TDP) 44th foundation day, celebrating its legacy founded by N.T. Rama Rao on March 29, 1982. Naidu hailed TDP as a reflection of Telugu aspirations, committed to NTR’s ideals of
Houthis Enter Iran War With Attack on Israel
Yemen’s Houthis have opened a new front in the Iran war by launching missiles at Israel, while the U.S. has begun moving Marines into the region. Reuters says the strike was the Houthis’ first attack on Israel since the current war began, underscoring the conflict’s widening regional risk. What Happened
IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Delhi Due to Engine Failure
An IndiGo flight en route to Goa made a safe emergency landing at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after experiencing engine failure shortly after takeoff. All 187 passengers and crew landed without injuries, highlighting the pilots’ quick response and adherence to safety protocols. Incident Details Flight 6E-2124, carrying 179 passengers
