Author: Sharad Natani
India is set to become a global potato powerhouse as the Union Cabinet, led by PM Narendra Modi, has greenlit the establishment of the South Asia Regional Centre of the International Potato Centre (CIP) in Singna, Agra. This cutting-edge research hub, often dubbed “India’s Potato Lab”, will focus on: High-yield, climate-resilient potato & sweet potato varieties Sustainable farming practices Integrated pest management Post-harvest innovation and value addition The Uttar Pradesh government has allocated 10 hectares of land free of cost, while the Centre will invest Rs 111 crore through the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. With India being the…
In a major step towards reducing exam stress and promoting a student-first approach, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that Class 10 board exams will be conducted twice a year starting from the academic session 2026. The new format aims to give students two chances to perform their best—without any pressure to get everything right in one go. What’s Changing? CBSE’s revised model, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, introduces: Two exam phases each year Phase 1: February 17 to March 6 (results in April) Phase 2: May 5 to May 20 (results in June)…
In a proud milestone, India has entered the top 100 nations in the world for progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ranking 99th out of 193 countries in the 2025 SDG Index. This is the first time India has secured a place in the top 100 since the UN launched the goals in 2015. According to the 10th Sustainable Development Report by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, India scored 67 points, showing remarkable gains in areas such as access to electricity, internet use, and neonatal care. How India Stacks Up: India: Rank 99 (Score: 67) China:…
When most of us walk past those asking for help on the streets, Naveen Kumar stops—not to give coins, but to offer dignity, shelter, and employment. An engineer by profession, Naveen sacrificed a lucrative career to chase a dream that very few dare to imagine: a Beggar-Free India. In 11 years, his NGO Atchayam Trust has already rehabilitated over 1,480 destitute people, helped 13,000 lives, and is run across 5 branches. With his unique vision, he is not just helping people survive, but empowering them to thrive. The Moment That Changed Everything Naveen’s journey began at 19, when preparing for…
In a dramatic twist of fate, Pakistani Major Moiz Abbas Shah, the officer credited with the 2019 capture of Indian Air Force pilot Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman, has been killed in a fierce gun battle with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorists. The confrontation occurred in the volatile South Waziristan district during an intelligence-based operation (IBO), which also saw 11 terrorists neutralized by Pakistani security forces. However, two security personnel, including Major Shah, lost their lives in the encounter. From Captor to Casualty Major Moiz Abbas Shah had been in the spotlight following the 2019 Balakot airstrike aftermath, where tensions between India…
In a world often chasing youth and glamour, a 79-year-old retired Army administrative officer is proving that passion knows no age. After decades of serving the Indian Army, this spirited woman has taken to the streets of Indore to fulfill her dream—running a food stall that’s now going viral across social media. Located in front of Modern Gift Store near Chandra Lok Colony on Khajrana Road, the stall comes alive after 6 PM with piping hot idlis, chole bhature, and heartwarming stories. “I Never Married—Wanted to Live Life My Way” In an emotional interview with Instagram food vlogger Kashish Soni…