Author: Sharad Natani
In a proud moment for Tamil Nadu, 18-year-old Dhaanvi Karthikeyan from Virugambakkam, Chennai, has made history by becoming the first female student from the state to visit Russian space facilities. Her journey from a school classroom to the high-tech laboratories of Moscow is a story of determination, curiosity, and ambition that transcends borders. Chosen from Half a Million Aspirants Dhaanvi’s journey began with an online national-level competition, where nearly five lakh students from across India participated. After multiple rounds of screening and assessments, she emerged as one of the top five students selected to represent India at the International Aerospace…
A recent investigation by a Noida-based influencer has ignited a full-blown controversy around Indian sunscreen brands. A social media video claims that six out of ten top-selling Indian sunscreens significantly underperform their advertised SPF (Sun Protection Factor) ratings. What Happened? The influencer, identified as Having 1.6 M followers, sent ten popular Indian sunscreen products to accredited labs that tested their SPF values using internationally recognised “in-vitro” methods. The results reportedly show alarming discrepancies — for example, brands claiming SPF 50+ delivered measured values in the teens. Why It Matters Sunscreen isn’t cosmetic—it’s a critical protective product against UV damage, tanning,…
The world’s favorite “gentle” soap might be hiding a dangerous secret. Unilever’s Dove — long advertised as a symbol of softness and purity — has come under global scrutiny after one of its key fragrance ingredients was found to be toxic to human health. From Germany to Nigeria: Bans in Place, But India Remains Silent In 2024, Germany and other European Union nations banned Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA) — also known as Lilial — a synthetic fragrance agent commonly used in beauty and personal care products. Now, in June 2025, Nigeria has followed suit, completely prohibiting the use of Lilial in…
As global politics continue to evolve rapidly, a handful of world leaders stand apart — not for their new ideas, but for their unmatched longevity in power. A new 2025 report highlights the world’s longest-serving political leaders, many of whom have led their nations for over two decades — and some for nearly half a century. At the Top of the List Leading the chart is Paul Biya of Cameroon, who has been in power for an astonishing 50 years, making him one of the longest-serving heads of state in modern history. Close behind is Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of…
As the world races toward cleaner and more reliable energy sources, nuclear power continues to play a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions and ensuring long-term energy security. According to data from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the world’s nuclear power generation capacity reached new heights as of June 2025, led by the United States, France, and China. U.S. Leads with 97 GW — World’s Largest Nuclear Powerhouse The United States tops the global nuclear power chart with a net capacity of 97 gigawatts (GW) from 94 reactors, showcasing its unmatched investment in nuclear infrastructure. Despite being a mature…
In a major push to ensure cleaner and more accurate electoral rolls ahead of upcoming state and national polls, the Election Commission of India (EC) is preparing to roll out the first phase of its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists next week, covering 10 to 15 states in the initial round. According to sources cited by PTI, this countrywide exercise — one of the largest voter verification campaigns in recent years — aims to update, sanitize, and verify the nation’s electoral database, ensuring that only genuine and eligible citizens are listed. Phased Rollout Strategy to Avoid Poll Overlaps…