Author: Sharad Natani
In what is being hailed as one of the biggest cultural decisions of the decade, the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has officially approved Tata Sons to develop and operate a world-class, 52-acre Ram Mandir Museum in Ayodhya. The landmark project is set to elevate Ayodhya’s global spiritual stature by creating one of India’s largest cultural institutions—built with immersive technology, heritage research, and modern architecture. This transformative decision comes as Ayodhya continues to witness record footfall following the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, drawing nearly 2–4 lakh pilgrims daily. From 25 Acres to 52 Acres: A Grand Expansion The project was originally planned on…
In India’s power corridors, where decisions shape the nation’s future, one bureaucrat stands above all—the Cabinet Secretary, the country’s senior-most civil servant and the Prime Minister’s most trusted adviser. Today, that crucial position is held by Dr. TV Somanathan, widely regarded as India’s most influential bureaucrat and someone many describe as the Prime Minister’s “right hand”. The Nerve Centre of India’s Governance The Cabinet Secretariat, headquartered in South Block near the PMO, operates like India’s administrative command room. It coordinates the work of all ministries, facilitates Cabinet decisions, and ensures that national policies are executed without friction. Its structure includes:…
In a world where even the smallest barriers can pause a person’s dreams, Ruchita Sahukari has shattered every wall placed before her — with determination stronger than her bones. Born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (brittle bone disease) and denied access to school for nearly two decades, the 25-year-old from Odisha is today pursuing journalism at the prestigious Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) — from a wheelchair, with a notebook on her lap and a fire in her heart. Her journey is not just a personal victory — it is a powerful lesson in what true inclusion can achieve. A Girl…
A rare moment in India’s spiritual history unfolded in Varanasi, where 19-year-old Vedic scholar Vedamurti Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe accomplished something that even seasoned practitioners hesitate to attempt. Devavrat has successfully completed the Dandakrama Parayanam—one of the most rigorous, complex, and least-practiced recitations of the Shukla Yajurveda. Experts believe this feat, performed traditionally in its original and purest form, has taken place after nearly 200 years, making Devavrat one of the youngest in history to revive an endangered Vedic tradition. PM Modi Hails the Teen Scholar Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who represents Kashi in Parliament, shared Devavrat’s achievement on X, calling…
In a giant leap for India’s space ambitions, ISRO has revealed game-changing details of Chandrayaan-4, the country’s first-ever lunar sample-return mission and its most complex space operation to date. From multiple spacecraft, dual launches, and in-space docking to a daring lift-off from the Moon, this mission will test technologies that will shape India’s human Moon landing programme. Why Chandrayaan-4 Needs TWO Launches Even the upgraded LVM3, India’s most powerful rocket, cannot carry the massive 10,000+ kg Chandrayaan-4 mission stack in a single shot. Instead, ISRO has opted for an intelligent two-launch strategy—something only a few space powers have ever attempted.…
India’s startup ecosystem is witnessing one of the most remarkable transformations in the world, with new government reforms accelerating entrepreneurship, innovation, and job creation at a historic pace. The latest figures reveal that India is now home to nearly 2 lakh DPIIT-recognised startups, strengthening its position as one of the top global innovation hubs. A Regulatory Overhaul That Empowered Entrepreneurs To make India a more business-friendly nation, the government has carried out an unprecedented cleanup of outdated rules and compliances. Key reforms include: 4,557 legal provisions decriminalised 4,270 redundant compliances removed These changes mark a major shift toward “Trust-Based Governance,”…