Author: Sharad Natani
India is set to witness a major judicial milestone today as Justice Surya Kant prepares to take oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI). The swearing-in ceremony will take place at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where President Droupadi Murmu will administer the oath, officially beginning his 14-month tenure at the top of the Indian judiciary. Justice Surya Kant will succeed Justice BR Gavai, who demitted office on Sunday upon turning 65. His elevation follows the constitutional convention of appointing the senior-most Supreme Court judge as CJI. A Judge Known for Impactful Judgments Throughout his Supreme Court career, Justice Surya Kant…
In a rare blend of policing excellence and academic brilliance, IPS Dr Santosh Singh has emerged as one of India’s most inspiring public servants. While most know IPS officers for law enforcement and field leadership, Dr Singh has gone a step further—earning nationwide recognition for his groundbreaking book on United Nations Peacebuilding and Global Conflict Resolution. His work has positioned him not just as an able police leader, but as a global thinker shaping conversations on peace, governance, and international security. From Police Uniform to Global Discourse A senior IPS officer known for his strategic policing and community-driven reforms, Dr…
In a landmark moment for the global economy, Harvard University professor and renowned economist Jason Furman has declared India the fastest-growing economy in the world, outpacing giants like the United States, China, Russia, and Europe in the post-pandemic era. Sharing data on X (formerly Twitter), Furman revealed a graph comparing GDP performance of major economies from 2019 to 2025—and the results place India in a league of its own. India’s Unmatched Comeback While all major economies crashed into recession in 2020, India not only recovered—but surged ahead. GDP Growth vs Pre-Pandemic Trend India: Expected to hit +5% by mid-2025 —…
A small idea born from empathy has today transformed into one of India’s most powerful disability empowerment movements. And at the heart of it stands one man — Sundeep Talwar, whose mission is helping thousands regain not just mobility, but dignity, income, and independence. For 30 years, Sundeep worked in the corporate and development sector. But everything changed the day he met Mahesh, a young boy in Mumbai who lost the ability to walk after a tragic accident. While most suggested donating a basic wheelchair, Sundeep refused to believe that this was the end of Mahesh’s story. “A wheelchair is…
A new diet-based recommendation may help millions of people suffering from chronic constipation. Recent research by King’s College London shows that eating two to three kiwifruits a day combined with drinking mineral-rich water can significantly improve bowel movement frequency and stool consistency. What the Study Found Kiwis are packed with both soluble and insoluble fibre, which helps stool move through the gut more easily. The natural enzyme actinidin in kiwi may also assist digestion, making it easier for the body to process food. Drinking mineral-rich water—especially with higher magnesium content—works by drawing water into the bowel and softening stool, helping…
India is home to a breathtaking coastal marvel that has earned global recognition for its sheer length, beauty, and cultural significance — Marina Beach, stretching nearly 12 kilometers along the sparkling Bay of Bengal. Often celebrated as India’s longest natural urban beach, it is also widely regarded as the world’s second-longest beach, making it a landmark of pride and fascination. A Coastline That Captures the World’s Attention Running from Fort St. George to Foreshore Estate, Marina Beach’s uninterrupted shoreline attracts millions of visitors every year — tourists, joggers, fishermen, families, and sunrise lovers. Its golden sands, roaring waves, and vast…