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THE LION ROARS BUT ITS TEETH HAVE BEEN BLUNTED
By Alok Lahad
The United States remains the world’s only true economic superpower. Its nominal GDP in 2026 stands between roughly $29 trillion and $32 trillion, far ahead of China’s $18–21 trillion. The American economy is approximately…
Aman Chopra FIR Triggers Press Freedom Debate in Jharkhand
Journalist Aman Chopra was reportedly picked up and questioned by Jharkhand Police.
An FIR against the senior journalist has triggered concerns over press freedom.
The incident has drawn criticism over alleged differences in…
CID Report Alleges 2024 JSSC-CGL Paper Leak
CID report reportedly found 120 of 150 JSSC-CGL questions were leaked in 2024.
Papers were allegedly circulated through WhatsApp and answer keys shared across multiple locations.
State government later ordered a second probe that…
Punjab Police Arrest Third Accused in Batala Grenade Attack
Punjab Police arrest third accused in Batala grenade attack case.
Accused linked to an ISI-backed Babbar Khalsa International module.
Police say he was planning more attacks on security establishments.
Investigation underway to…
Sports Minister Mandaviya Felicitates CWG 2026 Medallists
Boxing, judo and para-athletics medallists felicitated in New Delhi.
Gold medallists received ₹30 lakh, silver winners ₹20 lakh and bronze winners ₹10 lakh.
Mandaviya urged athletes to establish sports academies after retirement.…
‘Why Live in Dubai?’ Raj Thackeray Questions Madhavan, Vivek Oberoi
Raj Thackeray questioned R Madhavan and Vivek Oberoi over their decision to relocate to Dubai.
He asked why those praising PM Modi and India’s development chose to live abroad.
Thackeray also criticised derogatory language used…
Ayush Minister Backs Mirabai Chanu for Arjuna Award
Prataprao Jadhav has recommended Mirabai Chanu for the Arjuna Award.
The Ayush Minister wrote to Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya.
Jadhav highlighted Chanu’s Olympic medal and Commonwealth Games achievements.
He said the…
Experts Back 18 as Age of Consent, Call for Stronger Family Values
Experts at a national seminar strongly recommend retaining the age of consent at 18 years.
Panel calls for stronger families, counselling, mental health support and value-based education.
Experts stress sensitive implementation of…
The Double Standard of Modesty: Lady Godiva and the Indian Torso
By Alok Lahad
In the English-speaking world, Lady Godiva is remembered as a heroine. The 11th-century legend (set in England around 1040–1080) tells how the noblewoman of Coventry, distressed by the heavy taxes imposed by her husband…
PM Modi Congratulates Bindyarani Devi on CWG Bronze
Bindyarani Devi wins bronze in women's 58kg weightlifting at CWG 2026.
PM Modi congratulates the lifter, praising her hard work and determination.
Indian weightlifter records a total lift of 199 kg in Glasgow.
Bronze marks her…