Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] India becomes 4th largest economy India has officially outpaced Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, marking a historic leap that carries profound implications for its future and global influence.Speaking at a press conference after the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog, the think tank’s CEO, B V R Subrahmanyam, confirmed: “We are the fourth largest economy as I speak. We are a $4 trillion economy as I speak,” Subrahmanyam said, as quoted by PTI.The peg of this remarkable story lies not only in India’s growing GDP but in how this economic metamorphosis reflects shifts in global power, opportunities for young Indians, and the structural evolution of the country’s mixed economy.Understanding GDP and its impact on studentsGDP, or Gross Domestic Product, is the total monetary value of all goods and services produced within a country’s borders in a […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force on Monday shared a commemorative video marking the anniversary of 'Operation Safed Sagar', its 1999 air campaign during the Kargil War against Pakistan.Operation Safed Sagar was the IAF’s codename for its air operations conducted in support of the Indian Army’s Operation Vijay, which was launched to evict Pakistani troops and infiltrators who had illegally occupied Indian positions along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Kargil sector.In a post on X, the IAF said: “Operation Safed Sagar — the Indian Air Force’s codename for its air operations during the KargilWar1999 — was launched in support of ground forces under Operation Vijay. It aimed to flush out Pakistani regulars and intruders who had occupied Indian positions along the LoC in the Kargil sector.”The operation was historic, being the first large-scale use of air power […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The fierce storm that struck late Saturday night into early Sunday marked the fourth severe weather event to hit the city in May, officially making it the wettest May ever recorded.This series of storms has been driven by excessive moisture and recurring cyclonic circulations, creating hazardous conditions across northern India.The intense weather disturbances occurred on May 2, 17, 21 and 25, each time were accompanied by fierce winds blowing at speeds between 74 and 82km per hour. Additionally, on May 15, a powerful dust storm swept through the city with wind speeds of up to 40 km/h, even though no rain fell. This event severely impacted air quality, adding another layer of difficulty to the already extreme conditions.This month's storms have had tragic consequences, claiming at least 12 lives. The fatalities have largely been attributed to incidents […]

[ad_1] Gautam Gambhir (Video grab) As Team India gears up for their high-stakes five-match Test series in England, head coach Gautam Gambhir visited the revered Maa Kamakhya temple in Guwahati on Monday to offer prayers. The spiritual gesture came just days after the squad was announced for the tour, which will be the beginning of the new 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle.The Kamakhya temple, perched atop Nilachal Hills, is among the most prominent Shakti Peeths in India and holds deep religious significance. Gambhir was seen bowing in reverence and participating in rituals — images and visuals that have since gone viral on social media.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The England tour, running from June 20 to mid-August, will feature matches at Headingley, Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford, and The Oval. This marks India's first major series […]

[ad_1] Shubman Gill (Image credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: All eyes will be on a young Indian side as they begin a new era under 25-year-old captain Shubman Gill when they take on England in the opening Test of the five-match series starting June 20 at Headingley in Leeds. The tour signals a fresh chapter for Indian cricket, following the retirement of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from the Test arena.Following Rohit’s exit from the longest format, Gill was handed the reins and became India’s 37th Test captain. His first assignment will be the challenging tour of England, which also kicks off India’s campaign in the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara, who has featured in 16 Tests in England, shared his thoughts on what India’s top order should […]

[ad_1] GUWAHATI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday delivered a stern warning to Bangladesh to keep its eyes off the Siliguri corridor, known as the ‘Chicken's Neck', connecting the northeast to the rest of India."No country should be under the impression that it can take over the Chicken's Neck. The world has seen India's military prowess during Operation Sindoor," he said in response to recent reports about a Dhaka-based Turkish Islamist group, ‘Saltanat-e-Bangla', displaying maps of ‘Greater Bangladesh' comprising India's several eastern states and northeastern region and Md Yunus's invitation to China in March to extend its economic influence to Bangladesh.Yunus, during his trip to China, had said the seven states, the eastern part of India, is a landlocked region and has no way to reach out to the ocean."They (Bangladesh) have two ‘Chicken Necks', India has one. […]

[ad_1] President Donald Trump seems quite not-so-happy with Apple's decision to make in India. The US President Donald Trump announced that Apple can build factories in India but will face a 25% tariff on products sold in the US if manufactured overseas. Speaking in the White House Oval Office during the signing of executive orders on nuclear energy, Trump referenced a discussion with Apple CEO Tim Cook, stating, "I had an understanding with Tim that he wouldn’t be doing this. He said he’s going to India to build plants. I said, ‘That’s okay, but you’re not going to sell into here without tariffs.’"Trump stressed, "We’re talking about the iPhone. If they’re going to sell it in America, I want it to be built in the United States." Initially singling out Apple, he later broadened the tariff threat to include all […]

[ad_1] Gold price prediction: The focus for the week will be on Governor Powell and other Fed members' speeches. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold rates have been fluctuating on the back of rapidly changing geopolitical situations, Donald Trump’s tariff moves and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.Gold is a safe haven investment in times of uncertainty, but the precious metal has been volatile in trade for the last few weeks after hitting lifetime highs. As investors it is important to watch out for cues.Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial services Ltd shares his outlook on gold prices:Gold prices had a volatile last week, briefly surging above $3,200 as investors sought safe-haven assets amid a firm U.S. dollar and geopolitical uncertainty, including hopes for a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire following President Trump's meetings with foreign officials. However, gains were […]

[ad_1] Virat Kohli and Zaheer Khan shared a wholesome moment ahead of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) clash, delighting fans across social media. In a video shared by LSG, Virat is seen looking at pictures of Zaheer’s newborn son, and his adorable observation quickly won hearts online. The video opens with the two former teammates, part of India’s 2011 World Cup-winning squad, greeting each other warmly. Zaheer then shows Kohli a photo of his son, Fatehsinh Khan. With a smile, Kohli asks, “Kis pe gaya hai?” (Whom does he resemble?), to which Zaheer replies, “Mix.” Kohli then sweetly notes, “His eyes are just like you.” The two burst into laughter, their camaraderie reminding fans of their cherished bond.Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma seek blessings in AyodhyaEarlier in the day on May 25, Virat and wife […]