Author: Sharad Natani
India’s newest aviation marvel, the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), has officially taken off — and it’s nothing short of a work of art. Designed by the world-renowned Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) and developed under Adani Airports Holdings, the ₹19,650-crore project symbolizes India’s blend of tradition, technology, and transformation. A Lotus in the Sky Inspired by India’s national flower — the lotus, the airport’s futuristic steel-and-glass design embodies purity, renewal, and progress. Its roof appears to float gracefully above the concourse, supported by petal-like sculptural columns that fill the space with soft, natural light. ZHA’s design transforms the lotus into…
In a major crackdown on international wildlife smuggling, the Delhi Police Special Task Force (STF) has seized 10 tons of red sandalwood (lal chandan) worth nearly Rsb6 crore and arrested two suspects linked to a cross-border smuggling syndicate. The operation has exposed a sophisticated racket stretching from Tirupati’s protected forests to China and Southeast Asia. Theft Traced to Tirupati’s Forests According to Dr. Hemant Tiwari, DCP (South-East Delhi), the breakthrough came after intelligence from the Andhra Pradesh Police indicated a large-scale theft of red sandalwood from restricted forest zones in Tirupati. Initial investigations revealed that the stolen logs were transported…
In a remarkable leap for India’s digital security landscape, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has successfully helped recover over 6 lakh lost and stolen mobile phones through its ambitious initiative — ‘Sanchar Saathi’. Launched in May 2023, this initiative stands as a shining example of how technology, transparency, and teamwork can outpace cybercriminals and restore citizens’ trust in digital systems. “Now, losing a mobile phone isn’t the end — it’s just the beginning of an investigation,” said a senior official, adding that “every device’s data now acts as its own shield.” Technology That Redefines Digital Safety At the heart of…
In a major breakthrough against international narco-terror networks, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against eight accused for smuggling 500 kilograms of heroin from Pakistan to India in 2020. Investigations have revealed that proceeds from the illicit trade were allegedly used to fund terror operations of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), one of Pakistan’s most notorious terror outfits. The 2020 Heroin Haul — A Case That Shocked the Nation The case dates back to July 2020, when Indian authorities intercepted a massive consignment of heroin at Salaya Port in Gujarat. Trafficked through the Arabian Sea, the drugs were meant to…
In a major legal setback, a Los Angeles jury has ordered global healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson to pay $966 million (around Rs 7,91,00 crore) in damages to the family of Mae Moore, a woman who died in 2021 from mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. The lawsuit, filed by Moore’s family in 2021, alleged that J&J’s talc-based baby powder contained asbestos fibers, which led to her illness. After a detailed trial, the jury awarded $16 million in compensatory damages and an additional $950 million as punitive damages, citing negligence and failure to warn consumers. Legal experts noted…
India’s rapid economic growth has created not just opportunities but also cities that have become magnets for wealth and success. From financial hubs to IT powerhouses, these urban centers are home to the country’s most influential and affluent billionaires—reflecting India’s growing global clout. 1. Mumbai – 451 Billionaires India’s financial capital tops the list with an impressive 451 billionaires. Known as the “City of Dreams,” Mumbai is the powerhouse of business, Bollywood, and banking. The presence of the Bombay Stock Exchange, leading financial institutions, and multinational corporations makes it a preferred destination for India’s richest. The city symbolizes ambition, luxury,…