Shashi Tharoor Praises PM Modi’s Peace Outreach to Iran Amid West Asia Crisis
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 13, 2026, for engaging Iranian leaders, stating India must take an active peace initiative rather than remain passive. Bipartisan Support for Diplomacy Tharoor highlighted Modi’s March 12 call with President Masoud Pezeshkian and EAM S. Jaishankar’s talks, urging India
Indian LPG Tanker Shivalik Escapes Strait of Hormuz Under Navy Escort
The Indian LPG vessel Shivalik, loaded with over 40,000 metric tonnes of vital cooking gas, has cleared the conflict-choked Strait of Hormuz under Indian Navy escort, marking a key energy security win amid the Iran war. Navy-Guided Safe Passage INS Shivalik provided protection for the tanker, which departed with crew
Starbucks Faces Shareholder Backlash Over Union Disputes and Labor Risks
Starbucks is under fire from shareholder proxy firms warning that its board may be neglecting escalating labor dispute risks, potentially harming shareholder value amid ongoing union battles. Proxy Advisors Flag Oversight Failures Glass Lewis and ISS recommended voting against board chair and lead independent director at the March 13, 2026,
Uber and Motional Launch Commercial Robotaxi Service in Las Vegas
Uber Technologies and autonomous vehicle leader Motional, majority-owned by Hyundai Motor Group, rolled out the first fully driverless IONIQ 5 robotaxi service on the Uber app in Las Vegas on March 13, 2026. Service Rollout Details Riders requesting UberX, Uber Electric, or Uber Comfort at zones like Resorts World, Wynn
India Pauses US Trade Deal Amid Trump’s Section 301 Manufacturing Probe
India has halted negotiations on a bilateral trade agreement with the United States, adopting a wait-and-see approach following President Trump’s new Section 301 investigation into alleged manufacturing overcapacity in 16 countries, including India. Background of Stalled Talks A preliminary understanding reached in February 2026 aimed for an interim deal slashing
India Boosts LPG Production 25-30% to Ease Shortage Fears Amid Iran War
India’s government has ramped up domestic LPG output by 25-30% through refinery directives, assuring households of steady cooking gas supply despite Middle East disruptions, while prioritizing distribution over exports. Emergency Refinery Measures On March 8, 2026, the Petroleum Ministry ordered refineries and petrochemical units to divert propane, butane, propylene, and
PM Modi Launches ₹4,570 Crore Connectivity Projects in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth ₹4,570 crore in Assam, flagging off three new trains to enhance rail connectivity and boost economic growth in the Northeast region. Rail and Infrastructure Boost The initiatives include new Vande Bharat services connecting Guwahati with key cities, alongside bridge projects like the
Mirae Asset’s Swarup Mohanty: Invest in Equities Like Gold for Massive Wealth Creation
Mirae Asset Investment Managers India Vice Chairman and CEO Swarup Anand Mohanty urges retail investors to treat equities with the same disciplined, long-term approach as gold purchases to unlock substantial wealth. Equity Discipline Beats Gold Returns Mohanty highlights equities’ superior compounding potential over gold’s 8-10% historical returns, advising systematic accumulation
Techie’s Salary Skyrockets: From ₹3.5 LPA to ₹65 LPA in 4 Years – Viral Success Story
A software engineer’s journey from a modest ₹3.5 lakh per annum (LPA) package to an impressive ₹65 LPA in just four years has gone viral on social media, inspiring thousands with practical career tips. Rapid Rise Through Job Switches Starting at Cognizant in 2021 with ₹26,000 monthly take-home amid family
USS Abraham Lincoln Struck by Iranian Missiles: US Releases Photos Debunking Damage Claims
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier sustained minor damage from Iranian missile strikes in the Arabian Sea on March 13, 2026, prompting the US Navy to share images countering Tehran’s assertions of catastrophic hits. Incident in Arabian Sea IRGC launched a barrage targeting the carrier amid Operation Epic Fury, with
