Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] The Icarus of DOGEIn Greek myth, Icarus ignored the warnings. Armed with wings of wax and ambition, he soared toward the sun—only to plummet when the heat proved greater than the flight.In 2025, Elon Musk arrived in Washington as Trump’s Icarus. His wings weren’t feathered—they were algorithmic. His torch wasn’t divine—it was a chainsaw. And his goal wasn’t escape, but dominion: dismantle the federal bureaucracy, slash $2 trillion in waste, and bend Washington’s sluggish machinery to the tempo of Silicon Valley.But the laws of political gravity, like myth, remain unchanged. And just four months after landing with fanfare, Musk is exiting the capital—not as a conqueror, but as a case study.A Collision Course with WashingtonFrom the start, Musk styled himself less as a policymaker and more as a disruptor-in-chief. Leading the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), his […]

[ad_1] UK PM Keir Starmer (File photo) The UK has agreed to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, after a high court ruling cleared the way for Prime Minister Keir Starmer to sign the controversial deal.The agreement ends decades of British control over the Indian Ocean archipelago, which has been at the centre of legal and diplomatic disputes since the islands were separated from Mauritius in 1965.A virtual signing ceremony between UK and Mauritian officials had been delayed following a last-minute injunction brought by two exiled Chagossian women, Bernadette Dugasse and Bertrice Pompe, who were born on Diego Garcia. They argued that the deal was being finalised without consulting the Chagossian community and expressed fears of discrimination and exclusion from resettlement efforts. However, Mr Justice Chamberlain dismissed their challenge, saying national interest outweighed a further delay.Under the terms […]

[ad_1] Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant. (AP) Rishabh Pantdidn't take kindly to social media rumour of his future at the Lucknow Super Giants. The rumour, without mentioning a source, said Pant was was most likely to be released by the franchise.It added that the team felt Rs 27 crore was "too much" for him, referring to the price paid by the team during the auction.In response Pant said, "I understand fake News gives more traction To content but let’s not built everything around it . Little sense and credible news will help more rather making fake news with agenda . Thanks have a good day . Let’s be responsible and sensible what we put out on social media."Pant has had an edition to forget for LSG in his maiden season with the team. From 12 matches, he scored just […]

[ad_1] Representative Image (AI) NEW DELHI: In a meticulously executed three-month covert operation, Indian intelligence agencies dismantled a high-stakes espionage ring linked to Pakistan’s ISI, preventing a potential terrorist strike in the national capital.Under Arrest1. Ansarul Miya Ansari, a Pakistani spy2. Akhlaque Azam, India-based logistics personCharges:Espionage – possession of confidential documents related to Indian Armed ForcesBackground and InvestigationCentral agency received intelligence about ISI’s plan to send a spy to Delhi to collect sensitive information related to Indian Armed ForcesClassified information was to be used by ISI to launch attack on DelhiTargets included Palam Air Force base, CGO Complex and Army cantonment, Delhi CanttThe OperationTeam gathered information through on-ground sources and laid a trapAnsari was apprehended in Feb in Delhi while he was on his way back to Pakistan via NepalCase registered under Official Secrets ActA chargesheet filed in city court […]

[ad_1] ICC Champions Trophy 2025 hits 368 billion global views record The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has shattered global viewership records, marking a historic moment in the world of cricket broadcasting. The tournament accumulated a staggering 368 billion global viewing minutes — a 19% increase from its previous edition in 2017. The climactic finale between India and New Zealand, held in Dubai, not only crowned India as champions but also became the most-watched Champions Trophy match in history.With 65.3 billion live viewing minutes logged for the final alone, the tournament has reaffirmed the growing global appetite for international cricket, especially in emerging digital markets.ICC Champions Trophy 2025 hits 368 billion global views recordAccording to the International Cricket Council (ICC), the Champions Trophy 2025 saw unparalleled global engagement:Total Global Viewing Minutes: 368 billionIncrease from 2017 Edition: 19%Live Viewing Minutes for the […]

[ad_1] Derrick Harmon signs rookie deal with Pittsburgh Steelers as team bets big on defensive future (Image Source: Getty Images) The Pittsburgh Steelers formally signed their 2025 first-round draft choice Derrick Harmon on Tuesday, May 20. The young defensive tackle has now signed a four-year rookie contract with the team.The contract, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, is fully guaranteed for a total value of $17,973,604. Derrick Harmon (the third Harmon to play professionally), is a former college football player from both Michigan State and the University of Oregon, was chosen 21st overall during the 2025 NFL Draft. The Pittsburgh Steelers are aiming to strengthen their defensive front with this agreement in place heading into the new season.Derrick Harmon signs Pittsburgh Steelers rookie deal after standout college careerDerrick Harmon, 22 years old, started his college football career in 2021 at Michigan […]

[ad_1] The Gujarat Titans will sport a lavender kit against Lucknow Super Giants tonight in the IPL (Image via X/@gujarat_titans) Gujarat Titans are wearing a special lavender jersey during their home game against Lucknow Super Giants tonight, on May 22, in Ahmedabad as part of their initiative to support cancer awareness.It is the third straight year of this endeavour. The team plans to distribute thirty thousand lavender flags and ten thousand lavender jerseys to fans to promote early detection and quality care for cancer patients.The initiative aims to create awareness about cancer prevention and encourage regular health screenings through the game against Lucknow Super Giants in Ahmedabad.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.SUBSCRIBE NOW! Expressing his thoughts on the initiative, Gujarat Titans COO Colonel Arvinder said: "This is the third consecutive year Gujarat Titans are batting for the cause […]

[ad_1] A woman was shot at by security guards outside the CIA headquarters in Virginia early Thursday morning, according to US media reports. The incident, described by the CIA as a “security incident,” occurred near the agency’s main gate, which was subsequently closed. Employees were advised to take alternate routes, according to a CIA spokesperson. The shooting was nonfatal, and no further details about the suspect have been released."The front gate at Headquarters is closed until further notice. Please use alternate routes for Thursday, May 22nd," CIA posted on X.Fairfax County police said officers were dispatched around 4 am to the 900 block of Dolley Madison Boulevard in McLean to assist CIA police with traffic control following the incident. Police confirmed on Thursday that their officers are continuing to provide traffic support in the area.This comes hours after two staff […]

[ad_1] File photo: US President Donald Trump (Picture credit: AP) After a dramatic all-night session, House Republicans narrowly passed US President Donald Trump’s expansive tax and spending bill, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill”, early Thursday, overcoming internal divisions and unified Democratic opposition. The 215-214 vote marked a major legislative win for Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson, sending the bill to the Senate for further deliberation.Trump hailed the bill on Truth Social, calling it “arguably the most significant piece of Legislation that will ever be signed in the History of our Country.”He praised provisions such as “Massive Tax Cuts, No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime,” new deductions for American-made vehicles, increased funding for border security and the military, and the introduction of “Trump Savings Accounts” for newborns.The 1,000-plus page bill combines a 10-year extension of Trump’s 2017 tax […]