The Board of Control for Cricket in India is poised to file a formal grievance against Pakistan’s T20 captain Salman Agha following his charged comments after the Asia Cup 2025 final. Agha’s declaration to donate match fees to civilians impacted by India’s “Operation Sindoor” has shaken the cricketing fraternity, prompting the BCCI to consider a…
When Dissent Becomes a Crime: UP vs. Maulana Tauqeer Raza explores the clash between free speech and state power in Uttar Pradesh. The case against Maulana Tauqeer Raza raises urgent questions about democracy, civil rights, and the shrinking space for dissent in India. This analysis examines the political, legal, and social dimensions of his prosecution,…
India witnessed a disturbing escalation in criminal activity during 2023, with the National Crime Records Bureau revealing unprecedented levels of crime across multiple categories. After a significant delay in publication, the long-awaited NCRB report paints a troubling picture of public safety, with Delhi emerging as the epicenter of criminal activity in several critical areas. Staggering…
India’s constitutional promise of freedom of faith is under threat from Conversion Laws enacted by both Congress and the BJP that restrict the right to change religion, serving electoral interests over the public good and undermining Article 25’s spirit of pluralism. Introduction When India adopted its Constitution in 1950, it embraced the radical idea that…
Shabnam Shafi was born in Muqam Shahwali, a village in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir. She grew up in a family that valued discipline and responsibility. Her father, Capt. Mohd Shafi Lone, served with honor and dedication, and his principles deeply influenced her childhood. From an early age, Shabnam was clear about one thing….
Health insurance renewals in India have reached unprecedented persistency levels in FY26, marking a significant transformation in how consumers view and engage with health coverage. The number of policy persistencies has surged by approximately 400 basis points, while gross written premium persistency has climbed even more dramatically by nearly 700 basis points. This represents a…
Success is never an accident. It is the result of hard work, consistency, and the courage to overcome obstacles. This truth reflects clearly in the inspiring journey of Nida Wani, who recently achieved remarkable success by qualifying the Junior Assistant Exam of the High Court. Her achievement is not only a personal milestone but also…
On September 17, 2025, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement (SMDA) that represents the most significant upgrade to their security relationship in decades. The agreement, signed by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Riyadh, formalizes a defence partnership that has quietly existed for over…
India and China remain two of Asia’s largest trading economies, and their commercial ties shape supply chains, prices, and investment flows across the region. In 2025, the basic picture is clear. China is still India’s largest source of merchandise imports, and the bilateral trade gap is wide. India is working to narrow that gap by…
Dr. Gulzar Ahmad Nayik from Pulwama, Kashmir, has carved his name among the world’s most influential scientists, securing a remarkable position in Stanford University’s prestigious list of top 2% scientists globally. With a ranking of 93,094 out of 2.36 lakh scientists worldwide and holding the 48th position among Indian food scientists, Dr. Nayik represents the…
