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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin on Sunday during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. The meeting comes at a time when India’s ties with the United States are strained due to Washington’s tariff policies, including heavy duties on India’s purchase of Russian crude. Key Takeaways from Modi–Xi Talks Modi told Xi that both countries had agreed on fresh steps for border management. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has resumed, and direct flights between India and China are set to restart. Stressing the importance of cooperation, Modi said the well-being of 2.8 billion people depends on…
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has rolled out Project Aarohan, an education support scheme aimed at helping the children of toll plaza employees pursue higher studies. The initiative, backed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, seeks to ease financial challenges and create equal opportunities for students from weaker economic backgrounds. Focus on Nurturing TalentNHAI Chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav said the project reflects the organization’s commitment to employees and their families. He added that the scheme is designed to nurture talent and encourage students to become key drivers of the country’s growth. Scholarships for School and College StudentsUnder…
Sunny Varkey, the billionaire behind one of the world’s largest private education groups, shared insights about his path to success, stressing the role of determination, discipline, and relentless passion in shaping his journey. Balancing Success and LifeWhen asked about the possibility of combining professional success with a balanced personal life, Varkey admitted that the two rarely go hand in hand. He argued that working a standard eight-hour day would not have taken him where he is today. The Demands of SuccessVarkey revealed that he has lived by an almost nonstop work routine. “I worked almost 24/7. Today, I work 24/7,…
Taylor Swift Joins the Billionaire Club at $1.6 Billion Taylor Swift has reached a landmark $1.6 billion net worth in 2025, making her the highest-earning female musician globally and one of the most influential figures in entertainment. This milestone reflects her success as a singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, and cultural icon. Eras Tour and Record-Breaking Music Central to Swift’s financial rise is the Eras Tour, the highest-grossing concert tour in history. Since 2023, the tour has generated over $2 billion from ticket sales, merchandise, and global fan engagement, pushing her into billionaire territory. Additionally, her “Taylor’s Version” re-recordings of earlier albums have restored her…
When it comes to supersonic jets, no aircraft has matched the legacy of the MiG-21. First flown in 1955, it went on to become the most produced supersonic fighter in history, with more than 11,000 built. Designed by the Soviet Union for speed, agility, and mass production, the MiG-21 armed over 50 nations and shaped the course of Cold War air combat. Nicknamed “Fishbed” by NATO, the MiG-21 could reach Mach 2 and offered supersonic power at a fraction of the cost of its Western rivals. It gave smaller nations serious airpower, spreading Soviet influence across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and beyond. The jet saw action across decades…
Belly fat isn’t just about looks, it’s about health. Linked to hormonal imbalances, poor sleep, and metabolic disorders, stubborn belly fat needs more than crash diets and ab crunches. Dr. Sudhanshu Rai, a metabolic expert and sports physio, believes the real fix lies in resetting your body’s rhythm. He suggests a natural 7-day plan to kickstart belly fat reduction through small but powerful daily habits: 1. Quit Sugar in Chai/Coffee & Late Snacks Excess sugar = empty calories. The WHO recommends keeping added sugars under 10% of daily intake. Late-night eating also disrupts circadian rhythm, triggering fat storage and increased hunger. 2. Start Mornings with Cumin or Ajwain…
In a major push toward digitisation, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is developing a new mobile application — tentatively called the e-Aadhaar app — that will allow users to update Aadhaar-linked details such as name, address, date of birth, and phone number directly through their smartphones. Expected to launch by the end of 2025, the e-Aadhaar app is designed to reduce dependency on physical enrollment centers. For most updates, users will no longer need to make in-person visits; biometric authentication like fingerprints or iris scans will be required only in select cases, beginning November 2025. The app will…
Over thirty years ago, PepsiCo unexpectedly became the owner of part of the Soviet fleet, acquiring 17 submarines, a cruiser, and several warships. For a brief moment, the soft drink company was counted among the world’s largest naval powers, as reported by NDTV. The unusual deal was born out of the Soviet Union’s limited ability to trade in hard currency. Since the ruble had little value outside the country, barter agreements became the norm. In the 1970s, Pepsi struck an arrangement that allowed it to sell its cola in the USSR in exchange for Stolichnaya vodka, which it could then…
Reliance Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Reliance Industries Ltd, has announced plans to establish a 2,000-bed medical city in Mumbai. Positioned as one of India’s most ambitious private healthcare projects, the facility will combine advanced technology with world-class medical expertise. The project was unveiled by Nita Ambani, founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation, during the 48th annual general meeting of Reliance Industries on August 29. Envisioned as more than a hospital, the medical city will bring together AI-powered diagnostics, advanced medical technology, and leading doctors from India and abroad. Alongside healthcare services, it will also include a medical college to…
Hyderabad will soon host India’s first dedicated hub for chemical mechanical polishing (CMP) pad technologies, following a partnership between Telangana government-supported prototyping centre T-Works and Japanese firm Toho Koki Seisakusho Co. The facility, valued at ₹8 crore, will be housed at T-Works and designed as an open-access space for learning, demonstration, and collaboration. According to Industries and IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu, the hub will provide students, researchers, startups, and global enterprises an opportunity to access world-class CMP technologies for the first time in India. The Minister’s office described the initiative as a gateway for Japanese expertise to enter India…