Author: Sharad Natani
After nearly a decade of public silence, controversial businessman Vijay Mallya made headlines again by appearing on Raj Shamani’s popular podcast, “Figuring Out.” In a four-hour-long, no-holds-barred conversation, Mallya opened up about his financial downfall, the collapse of Kingfisher Airlines, and his ongoing battle to avoid extradition to India. Mallya, once hailed as the “King of Good Times,” has been a fugitive in the eyes of Indian authorities ever since he left the country in 2016. Facing fraud and money laundering charges involving over ₹9,000 crore in unpaid loans to Indian banks, Mallya defended his side of the story…
In a remarkable feat of medical excellence, doctors at the Mahavir Cancer Sansthan and Research Centre (MCSRC) in Patna, Bihar, successfully removed a rare tumour from the right testicle of a six-month-old infant—marking one of the rarest paediatric urological surgeries performed in the region. This life-saving procedure, led by Dr Rahul Janak Sinha, brought a wave of relief to the distraught family from Nalanda and highlighted the critical role of early diagnosis in paediatric healthcare. A Parent’s Worst Fear: The Alarming Discovery The journey began when the parents of the infant noticed a swelling near his right testicle. At first,…
From the cricket grounds of Uttarakhand to international acclaim, Sneh Rana’s journey is a story of grit, guidance, and giving back. Today, she is not only one of India’s finest all-rounders but also a symbol of hope for young women dreaming of playing for the nation. A Bowler Who Delivers on and off the Field Her recent bowling brilliance, especially during the tri-series triumph in Sri Lanka, saw her crowned Player of the Series—thanks in part to coach Salvi, who helped her master pace-offs and yorkers. Her performances are proof of her tactical growth and mental strength. Backed by Family,…
India is witnessing a fresh surge in Covid-19 infections, with 564 new cases and 7 deaths reported in the last 24 hours. The active caseload stands at 4,866, with Kerala, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Delhi among the worst-affected states, according to the Union Health Ministry. What’s Causing the Spike? New Omicron sub-variants — LF.7, XFG, JN.1, and NB.1.8.1 — are behind the latest rise. The good news? Experts say these variants are not severe, but they spread rapidly, increasing the risk of outbreaks. ICMR Chief Dr. Rajiv Behl has reassured the public that the infections remain mild in most cases, with…
Marking a proud and powerful moment for the Indian Armed Forces, an 11-member all-women Tri-Services sailing team returned home after successfully completing a trailblazing 1,800-nautical-mile voyage to Seychelles. The two-month international expedition aboard the Indian Armed Services Vessel ‘Triveni’ marks the first-of-its-kind mission in India’s maritime history led solely by women officers of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The team, launched on April 7, 2025, was ceremonially received on June 4, 2025, in Mumbai, where Lieutenant General AK Ramesh, Commandant, College of Military Engineering, flagged-in the historic return. He praised the mission as a “milestone in gender-inclusive operational excellence”…
India is one step closer to its high-speed rail dream! Japan has begun trial runs of the Shinkansen bullet trains, marking a key milestone in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project — India’s first-ever high-speed rail line. Key Highlights: India to receive E5 and E3 series Shinkansen trains from Japan Speed: Up to 320 km/h Arrival in India: Early 2026 Trains to be tested for Indian weather, dust, and terrain conditions India to use trial data for developing indigenous E10 series under ‘Make in India’ Construction Progress: 257.4 km of viaducts via Full Span Launching Method (FSLM) 14 river bridges, 7…