Hyderabadi Agri-Biotech Leader Devanur Elected World Neem Organisation President
Hyderabadi entrepreneur Dr. Venkatesh Devanur, founder of SOM Phytopharma (India) Ltd. and Agri Life, was elected president of the World Neem Organisation (WNO) on March 16, 2026. Professional Background Devanur, previously WNO Vice President since 2015, leads sustainable agri-inputs firm specializing in bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, and bio-stimulants. His joint venture with
Trump Urges Global Coalition to Secure Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump called on March 15, 2026, for nations like China, Japan, South Korea, UK, and France to send warships alongside US forces to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, blocked by Iran amid the ongoing war. Strategic Call Details Trump claimed Iran’s navy stands “100% decimated” yet warned
Election Commission Announces 2026 Assembly Poll Dates for Five States/UTs
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on March 15, 2026, scheduled assembly elections for Assam, Kerala, Puducherry (April 9), Tamil Nadu (April 23), and West Bengal (April 23 & 29 in two phases), with results on May 4 across all. Phase-Wise Schedule Voter and Contestant Context Over 17 crore voters
Rajnath Singh Urges Public-Private Partnerships for India’s Sports Economy
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called for stronger public-private collaboration to boost India’s sports sector and global standing on March 15, 2026. Speech Highlights At the Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup final in New Delhi, Singh praised Army-Indian Polo Association efforts preserving polo heritage. He advocated private sector involvement mirroring successes
Suryakumar Yadav Eyes T20 World Cup Hat-Trick and Olympic Gold for India
India’s cricket captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed ambitions for a third consecutive T20 World Cup triumph and Olympic gold following their recent victory on March 15, 2026. T20 World Cup 2026 Success Yadav led India to a historic third title, defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the Ahmedabad final—the first
Real Madrid Thrash Elche 4-1, Barcelona Rout Sevilla 5-2 in La Liga Title Race
Real Madrid crushed Elche 4-1 at Santiago Bernabéu on March 15, 2026, moving within one point of leaders Barcelona, who demolished Sevilla 5-2 with Raphinha’s hat-trick. Real Madrid players celebrate a goal during their dominant win over Elche. Real Madrid’s Commanding Win Antonio Rüdiger (39′), Federico Valverde (44′), Dean Huijsen
Odisha CM Attributes SCB Hospital Fire to Probable Short Circuit
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi stated on March 16, 2026, that the deadly fire at SCB Medical College’s Trauma Care ICU in Cuttack likely stemmed from an electrical short circuit around 3 AM. CM’s Assessment and Actions Majhi, after site visit with Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling, confirmed 10 patient
10 Dead in Fire at Odisha’s SCB Medical College ICU; CM Announces ₹25 Lakh Aid
A devastating fire erupted at the Trauma Care ICU of SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, Odisha, early on March 16, 2026, killing at least 10 patients and injuring 11 staff members. Incident Timeline The blaze, likely from a short circuit, started around 2:59 AM in the first-floor ICU
London Arrests Indian Restaurant Owner Over Halal Meat Dispute
Harman Singh Kapoor, a Sikh restaurateur of Indian origin running Rangrez in Hammersmith, London, was arrested on March 14, 2026, following protests sparked by his public refusal to serve halal meat. Protest Escalation Crowds gathered outside the eatery after signs reading “Proudly we don’t sell halal meat” drew objections from
The Fading Supremacy: Is the Era of Unquestioned American Power Nearing Its End?
As global power balances shift, the world begins to question whether dominance can survive without cooperation For decades, the United States has stood at the centre of global power—militarily dominant, economically influential, and politically assertive. From shaping global financial systems to projecting military strength across continents, America has long operated
