Author: Sharad Natani
In a landmark move to combat a fast-growing cyber menace, the Supreme Court of India has taken suo motu cognisance of the rising “digital arrest” scams that have left citizens — especially senior citizens — defrauded and traumatised. Calling it a “direct assault on the dignity and majesty of the judiciary,” the apex court has sought detailed responses from the Union Home Ministry, CBI, and the Haryana government. The Case That Shook the Court The move comes after a chilling letter from a 70-year-old woman in Ambala, who revealed how she and her husband lost Rs1.5 crore to cyber fraudsters…
In a major legal showdown, global healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is facing a massive lawsuit in the United Kingdom, where nearly 3,000 consumers have filed claims accusing the company of selling baby powder contaminated with asbestos—a substance long known to cause cancer—without issuing any health warnings. Internal Files Expose Decades of Knowledge According to reports from major British media outlets, plaintiffs have submitted internal J&J documents and scientific studies revealing that the company allegedly knew about contamination as far back as the 1960s. The materials suggest that tests conducted at the time detected fibrous minerals like tremolite and…
India has taken a giant leap towards military self-reliance as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) successfully carried out the maiden flight of the Tejas Mark-1A (Mk-1A) fighter jet from its Nashik facility. Flagged off by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the event marks a proud milestone in India’s journey toward building world-class indigenous defence capabilities. Developed jointly by HAL and the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), the Tejas Mk-1A represents the most advanced version of India’s homegrown Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) and is poised to replace the Indian Air Force’s ageing MiG-21 fleet. Next-Generation Power and Precision The Tejas Mk-1A is not just…
India is on the brink of a digital revolution as Google announces plans to establish its largest artificial intelligence (AI) hub outside the United States in Andhra Pradesh, with an investment worth $15 billion (₹1.25 lakh crore). Scheduled between 2026 and 2030, this ambitious project aims to position India as a global leader in AI innovation, research, and education. The AI hub will not only boost India’s digital infrastructure but also create thousands of opportunities for students, engineers, and data scientists—marking a defining chapter in India’s journey toward becoming the world’s AI capital. A Giant Leap in India’s AI Ecosystem…
Fortune’s Most Powerful People in Business 2025: Tech Titans and Global CEOs Shaping the Future of Innovation The Fortune 2025 list of the Most Powerful People in Business has been unveiled — spotlighting global business icons whose vision, leadership, and innovation continue to redefine industries. From AI breakthroughs to electric vehicles, these leaders are not just building companies but steering the world toward a more connected, digital, and sustainable future. Top 5 Most Powerful Business Leaders (2025) 1 Jensen Huang (NVIDIA) — At No. 1, Huang leads the global AI revolution. Under his leadership, NVIDIA’s chips have become the backbone…
The Global Firepower Report 2024 has released its latest ranking of countries with the most airports, offering a fascinating glimpse into the global aviation landscape. The United States continues to dominate with an unmatched 13,513 airports, reaffirming its position as the world’s air travel superpower. From Brazil’s extensive domestic network to India’s rapidly expanding aviation infrastructure, the list highlights how connectivity drives economic growth, tourism, and strategic mobility across continents. Top 10 Countries with the Most Airports (2024): 1- United States – 13,513 airports 2- Brazil – 4,093 airports 3- Mexico – 1,714 airports 4- Canada – 1,467 airports 5-…