SUDDEN STRATOSPHERIC WARMING (SSW): WHAT INDIA & THE WORLD SHOULD WATCH
In recent weeks, climatologists have flagged a renewed Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW) event unfolding high above the Arctic — a development that could reshape weather patterns not only in the northern latitudes, but even impact regions as far-flung as South Asia. What is SSW — and Why Does It Happen SSW occurs when the normally […]
HINDU RATE OF GROWTH
The Prime Minister criticised the expression *“Hindu rate of growth”*, describing it as a colonial and communalising term that wrongly linked India’s earlier economic stagnation to Hindu identity and culture. ABOUT THE HINDU RATE OF GROWTH The “Hindu rate of growth” refers to India’s chronically low annual GDP growth of about 3.5–4% from the 1950s […]
KOTADA BHADLI
A recent study conducted by Deccan College, Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts, and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has identified the Harappan site of Kotada Bhadli in Kutch, Gujarat, as the earliest known caravanserai, revealing evidence of a well-organised trade infrastructure dating back to 2300–1900 BCE. ABOUT KOTADA BHADLI – HARAPPAN SITE Kotada Bhadli […]
Nepal’s GenZ Revolution : A Generation Speaks Up
Kathmandu, September 10, 2025 — Nepal is embroiled in one of the most tumultuous periods in years, as widespread youth-led protests, environmental disasters, and looming economic challenges converge in a national crisis. Nepal’s Gen Z has erupted onto the national stage with a forceful political awakening—driven by a clash over social media censorship and deep-rooted frustration […]
BLOOD MOON
September 7, 2025 — Tonight, millions of people worldwide are turning their eyes skyward to witness a breathtaking celestial spectacle: a Blood Moon. This rare astronomical event is captivating observers from every corner of the globe as the full Moon takes on a dramatic reddish hue during a total lunar eclipse. What is a Blood […]
Teachers’ Day in India: Honoring the Guiding Lights of Our Lives
Every year on September 5th, Teachers’ Day is celebrated in India— a day dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the remarkable role that teachers play in shaping not only individual lives but also the future of our nation. This special day marks the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a respected scholar, philosopher, Bharat Ratna awardee, […]