The Indian Northeast is confronting a full-blown humanitarian crisis as floods and landslides continue to devastate lives, livelihoods, and landscapes. In Assam, eight more lives were lost to the floodwaters and landslides in the past 24 hours, pushing the official death toll across the region to 36. With more than 5.15 lakh people affected and over 700 landslides reported, the magnitude of destruction has stretched emergency services and exposed deep structural vulnerabilities in disaster preparedness. Entire Communities Uprooted Over 30 districts in Assam have reported flood conditions. Rivers like the Brahmaputra and Barak are flowing above the danger mark, breaching…
Author: Anjali Singh
In a rally marked by energy, determination, and bold promises, Union Home Minister Amit Shah once again targeted the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, claiming that her rule will end with the 2026 Assembly elections. Speaking from the politically volatile district of Murshidabad, Shah laid out his vision for a “new Bengal,” free from what he described as “appeasement, lawlessness, and corruption.” This statement wasn’t just political rhetoric; it signaled the formal escalation of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) campaign in the state. With two years remaining before the next Assembly elections, the BJP seems ready to use every…
Kerala is facing the brunt of nature’s fury as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert in eight districts following days of relentless monsoon rainfall. The warning indicates the likelihood of extremely heavy rainfall, posing severe threats of landslides, flash floods, and disruption to essential services. The districts under red alert are Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod. These areas, many of which are geographically vulnerable due to their hilly terrain or river networks, are experiencing unprecedented rain intensity. In Idukki and Wayanad, the downpour has triggered multiple landslides, leading to evacuation orders in…
Elon Musk has concluded his tenure as a Special Government Employee (SGE) in the Trump administration, officially stepping down from his position as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The departure marks the end of a high-profile experiment that aimed to bring Silicon Valley speed and strategy to the slow-moving gears of federal government. Musk’s brief tenure, which began in 2024, was designed to test what happens when one of the world’s most disruptive entrepreneurs is given the authority to streamline government spending and operations. Billed as a non-traditional public service initiative, Musk’s role gave him limited executive…
Mumbai has entered a state of high alert after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a Red Alert warning for extremely heavy rainfall across multiple regions of the city and its suburban districts. This early burst of monsoon activity has not only shattered rainfall records but also tested the limits of the city’s already burdened infrastructure. An Alarming Start to the Monsoon The IMD confirmed the early onset of the southwest monsoon on May 26, several days ahead of its usual schedule. Within hours, torrential rain battered key zones, with South Mumbai’s Colaba recording nearly 440 mm of rainfall in…
India has recently detected two new COVID-19 variants, NB.1.8.1 and LF.7, raising concerns about a potential resurgence of the virus. These variants have been identified through genome sequencing and wastewater surveillance conducted by INSACOG and SEARO . Understanding the Variants Current COVID-19 Situation in India As of May 19, India reported 257 active COVID-19 cases, predominantly of the JN.1 variant, followed by BA.2 and other Omicron sublineages. Localized increases in cases have been observed in regions such as Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Bengaluru, Kerala, and Nagpur . Health authorities emphasize the importance of continued vigilance and adherence to preventive measures,…
In a significant address at the Munich Security Conference 2025, India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, articulated India’s strategic approach to countering terrorism and its firm stance against nuclear coercion. His remarks were delivered in the aftermath of ‘Operation Sindoor,’ a targeted military response to the Pahalgam terror attack that resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians. Operation Sindoor: A Tactical Retaliation The Pahalgam terror attack, which occurred on April 22, 2025, was a coordinated assault on a civilian convoy in Jammu and Kashmir. In response, India initiated ‘Operation Sindoor,’ targeting nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu…
In a powerful address in Bikaner, Rajasthan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that India’s decisive military action had compelled Pakistan to “go down on its knees.” This statement followed the swift execution of Operation Sindoor, where Indian forces eliminated nine major terrorist hideouts in just 22 minutes. The operation was a direct response to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of several civilians and soldiers. A Strategic Military Response Operation Sindoor was launched in the early hours of May 7, 2025, targeting terrorist camps across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and parts of Pakistan’s Punjab province.…
Bengaluru, often hailed as India’s “Silicon Valley,” has recently faced unprecedented flooding, bringing its bustling tech corridors to a standstill. Heavy rains have exposed critical flaws in the city’s infrastructure, raising urgent questions about urban planning and resilience. The Deluge On May 19, 2025, Bengaluru experienced torrential rains that led to widespread flooding across key tech hubs, including Manyata Tech Park, Electronic City, and Whitefield. Roads became impassable, underpasses submerged, and daily commutes turned into hours-long ordeals. Impact on the Tech Industry The flooding disrupted operations in numerous IT firms, with employees stranded and unable to reach their workplaces. Companies…
On May 18, 2025, a devastating fire broke out in a three-story building at Gulzar Houz, near the historic Charminar in Hyderabad, claiming the lives of at least 17 people, including eight children under the age of 10. The incident has raised serious concerns about fire safety in densely populated urban areas and the adequacy of building regulations. The Incident The fire reportedly started due to a short circuit in a jewelry store on the ground floor and quickly spread to the upper residential floors. The building, which housed both commercial and residential units, had a narrow staircase and a…