Following a spate of child fatalities linked to kidney failure in Madhya Pradesh, state drug authorities have detected excessively high levels of diethylene glycol (DEG)—a toxic impurity—in three cough syrup brands. The findings have renewed alarm over drug safety norms, regulatory lapses, and the urgent need for oversight in the pharmaceutical supply chain. The Fallout:...
A newly published study from Israel has raised serious concerns over finasteride, one of the most commonly prescribed medications for androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness). The research suggests that long-term users of finasteride are at a statistically higher risk of mood disorders, depression, and suicidal thoughts compared to non-users, prompting calls for more caution in...
In a high-level security review held in the national capital, Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the central government’s hardline stance on militancy in Jammu & Kashmir, asserting that security forces must enjoy “full freedom of action” to neutralize attempts that threaten peace and stability in the region. The meeting, attended by senior officials including the...
Once again, Mukesh Ambani has held on to his position as India’s richest person—despite witnessing a dramatic decline in his net worth. According to the latest Forbes “India’s 100 Richest” list, Ambani’s fortune fell by approximately 12 percent in the past year, a drop of about USD 14.5 billion, bringing his net worth to around...
In a high-profile diplomatic meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer laid out plans to deepen India-UK collaboration across multiple fronts — most notably in defence industry, trade and education. Seen by analysts as part of both nations’ efforts to build a long-term strategic partnership, the discussions yielded several landmark announcements...
Hungarian novelist and essayist László Krasznahorkai has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, honoring his profound and visionary storytelling that explores the complexity of human existence amid apocalyptic despair. The Swedish Academy praised Krasznahorkai for his “compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art.” Born...
During ongoing hearings at the State Information Commission (SIR), the Election Commission of India (ECI) issued a strong rebuke toward political parties and certain enforcement agencies, charging that their priority often lies in “setting the narrative” ahead of elections rather than ensuring fair processes. According to ECI representatives, such narrative engineering undermines democratic integrity and...
In a striking blend of humour and symbolism, the Indian Air Force (IAF) used its 93rd anniversary dinner to deliver a culinary message with a political edge. The event’s menu, which has quickly gone viral on social media, features dishes playfully named after Pakistani cities and airstrike targets, turning the celebratory meal into a tongue-in-cheek...
The Uttarakhand health department has sounded the alarm as 28 children have been confirmed to have contracted “tomato flu”, triggering heightened surveillance, public alerts, and intensified preparedness across the state’s medical infrastructure. According to state health officials, the outbreak primarily affects children under the age of 5, although vigilance is being extended to older age...
Each year, the Nobel Peace Prize recognizes individuals or organizations deemed to have made the outstanding contribution to peace. What few know, however, is the elaborate and highly confidential process that turns nominations into laureates. Below is a detailed look at how the world’s most talked-about peace award is selected—step by step, who participates, and...