Author: Sharad Natani
The DY Patil Stadium roared with pride as Team India lifted the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a thrilling finale that showcased skill, resilience, and emotion. At the heart of this victory stood Deepti Sharma, whose extraordinary five-wicket haul scripted one of Indian cricket’s most iconic moments. India’s Batting Brilliance Sets the Stage Batting first, the “Women in Blue” displayed composure and class. Shafali Verma fired early with a spectacular 87 off 78 balls, setting the tone for India’s innings with power-packed boundaries and confident stroke play. Deepti Sharma, who later became the…
At just 16 years old, Gurugram student Anshika Chand is proving that compassion and innovation can reshape lives. What began as a small school internship project has grown into a nationwide movement for inclusive education, giving children with special needs equal access to classrooms, confidence, and opportunities. A Wake-Up Call During an Internship During her internship with Indic AI, a non-profit working for inclusive learning, Anshika came across a troubling fact — though 5% of seats in Indian universities are reserved for students with special needs, nearly 70% remain vacant each year. The reason wasn’t lack of talent — it…
Challenging a long-standing perception in the smartphone industry, Google has claimed that Android devices are more secure than Apple’s iPhones. The company’s statement follows the release of a global survey conducted in partnership with YouGov during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, covering 5,000 smartphone users across the US, India, and Brazil. Android Outperforms iOS in Security Metrics According to Google, its multi-layered Android security framework, powered by artificial intelligence and real-time threat detection, prevents billions of malicious attempts before they reach users. The company revealed that Android systems block over 10 billion suspected scam calls and messages every month, while RCS Safety…
In a move that marks a major leap in India’s air power, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced plans to procure 100 state-of-the-art Aircraft Self-Protection Jammer (ASPJ) pods for its Sukhoi Su-30MKI fleet. This decision isn’t just about hardware—it’s about transforming the very way India prepares for the next generation of aerial warfare. The new system, fully aligned with the ‘Make in India’ initiative, represents a strategic shift towards self-reliance in electronic warfare — a domain that defines who dominates the sky in modern conflicts. The Invisible Shield of the Skies Unlike traditional missiles or guns, these jammer pods…
The City of Nawabs has added another jewel to its crown! Lucknow, renowned for its royal hospitality and legendary cuisine, has officially been inducted into UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network (UCCN) under the “Gastronomy” category. The announcement by UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay on October 31 placed Lucknow among 58 new global cities recognized this year for using creativity to drive sustainable urban development. With this, the total number of cities in the network has reached 408 across more than 100 countries. A Global Honour for a City That Lives Through Its Food From the smoky aroma of Tundey Kebabs to the…
India has taken a giant leap in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution with the launch of ‘Leo’, the country’s first indigenous AI-powered travel chatbot, developed entirely in-house by the Indore-based startup Luxe Comfort Travels. This milestone innovation is set to redefine how Indians plan, book, and experience travel—making the process more personal, intuitive, and inclusive than ever before. A Smart, Responsible, and Multilingual AI Travel Assistant Unlike conventional bots, Leo is powered by advanced Generative AI and designed using Responsible AI principles—ensuring transparency, safety, and ethical responses. “Leo is not just intelligent; it’s responsible,” said Miti Nenava, Co-founder and Director…