Author: Swati Pandey

Keneeshaa Francis (singer/spiritual therapist) and Tamil actor Ravi Mohan have ended their relationship, which has led to much speculation and controversy since the beginning of their relationship months ago. Keneeshaa made this announcement via an emotional social media post regarding all of the public criticism and trolling that took place over several years. She indicated that due to this negativity in herself, she is now leaving social media altogether for a different life outside of Chennai. This news is one of the hottest topics of discussion in Tamil cinema as it relates to Ravi Mohan, who is also currently engaged…

A drone strike has occurred in proximity to the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates that has heightened international scrutiny regarding the security of nuclear power plants located in conflict zones. This incident happened against the backdrop of escalating tensions in the West Asian region and resulted in a fire near the perimeter of the nuclear power plant which has added to fears of an escalating situation in the region more broadly. Officials in the UAE have stated there were no radiation leaks and that the reactors have continued normal operations and are safe. Drone Strike Causes…

Akshay Kumar has yet again made headlines with his rumored earnings from the upcoming Golmaal sequel, earning Rs 40 crore for 22 days of shooting (approximately $5 million). Although there has been no formal announcement of this price by either actor himself or by studio officials, the reported amount has quickly become one of the things that people are talking about right now within the film industry. A long-time veteran of the film industry, Akshay Kumar has built a reputation for being extremely disciplined, able to get things done quickly and professionally, and will always finish his work on time.…

India has successfully executed its very first confiscation of Captagon, an unlawful synthetic stimulant that is globally recognized as the “Jihadi drug.” The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) seized Captagon in tablet and powdered forms, with an estimated street value of approximately ₹182 crores, as part of “Operation Ragepill,” a national plan to rid the Country of narco-trafficking related to cross-border crime. Massive Anti-Narcotics Breakthrough Under ‘Operation Ragepill’ Saturday saw Union Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah announce this successful accomplishment while reiterating that the Government of India is firmly committed to a drug-free nation. Reports indicate that the large quantity…

The Indian government has announced more restrictions on the imports of silver – one of a series of actions to reduce India’s overall import expenditure and regulate inbound precious metals in order to preserve the country’s foreign exchange reserves. The new restrictions immediately follow a substantial increase in customs duties on gold and silver imports from 6% to 15% by the government in New Delhi. India Tightens Curbs on Silver Imports In a notification issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), the importation of various types of silver products, including silver bars and semi-manufactured forms of silver, will…

India’s Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi has said the globe is going through a “decade of crisis” due to COVID-19, wars and rising energy crisis. He warned that if corrective measures aren’t taken quickly enough, unsustainable progress made over the last decades’ will regress across continents. In the Netherlands on Friday addressing Indian Diaspora in The Hague, Modi highlighted that a multitude of disruptions are occurring globally, which threaten nations’ economies and society. Pandemic, Wars, Energy Crisis Modi reasoned that last world’s lost decade can be attributed to vast accumulations of many events throughout multiple years that destabilised economies; COVID-19…

Following the arrest of Anmol alias “Pinky”, who authorities allege is tied to a large narcotics network that operates out of Karachi, the media and social media have been buzzing with talk about her being labeled a “Lady Don” or “Cocaine Queen”. Arrest Made During Law Enforcement Operation Reports indicate that Karachi police carried out a special operation this week and arrested Anmol, whom they claim is one of the most wanted for supplying and distributing illegal drugs, including cocaine and other narcotics throughout various locations in the city. According to authorities, the combined forces of local law enforcement and…

The Federal Government has introduced a tax of three (3) rupees per litre on the export of petrol. This change marks a major shift in the tax system for fuel in India, which has experienced extremely changing global crude oil prices due to increasing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The new tax system will be effective from May 16, 2026 as stated by the Ministry of Finance. In conjunction with the new taxes on petrol exports, there were also reductions in the export tax on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) exports to obtain a balance of domestic fuel availability,…

Celebrity glamour at the Cannes Film Festival can take many forms, from luxury fashion, to global celebs, and dramatic red-carpet moments. However, Indian artist and performer Aarti Khetarpal’s entrance at Cannes created a unique buzz when she arrived with a Bhagavad Gita in the palm of her hand, making her one of the most talked about moments from Cannes, representing Indian spirituality and culture in stark contrast to how many celebrities represent themselves on one of the world’s largest entertainment platforms. A Unique Cultural Statement on the Red Carpet Aarti Khetarpal represented herself differently than many of the other celebrities…

A commercial vessel that flies India’s flag has been attacked at sea off the coast of Oman, creating additional maritime security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz; a strategic shipping lane. India has condemned this act and stated the attack on a civilian ship is “unacceptable,” and also confirmed that the rescue of the crew was accomplished by authorities in Oman. Attack Begins Fire, Vessel Said To Have Sunk As reported, the attack occurred on a Wednesday, on the route from Somalia to the UAE. The vessel caught fire due to the explosion of the rocket and subsequently sank. Several…