Author: Sharad Natani
Greater Noida witnessed an inspiring display of young talent as Aster School, Knowledge Park-1 successfully hosted the Aster Chess Fest 2025, bringing together more than 275 student players from 55 schools across the region. The event emerged as a vibrant platform for nurturing strategic thinking and sportsmanship among school children. The competition was organised across five age categories — Under-7, Under-9, Under-11, Under-13 and Under-15, with separate matches for boys and girls. The primary aim of the tournament was to promote logical reasoning, concentration, decision-making ability and a strong sporting spirit among students. A Celebration of Strategy and Discipline Throughout…
The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026 is set to reach its grand finale on February 1 at the Noida Stadium, promising a high-voltage showdown featuring world-class wrestling talent and a massive prize pool of ₹1.5 crore for the winning franchise. Recognised by the Wrestling Federation of India, the league is being held from January 15 to February 1 and has emerged as one of India’s most prestigious professional wrestling tournaments. Organisers say the 2026 edition marks a major leap in global stature, competitiveness, and audience engagement. Wrestlers from 17 Countries Compete on One Mat This season, PWL has attracted wrestlers…
In a major policy shift aimed at strengthening food security for the urban poor, the Delhi Government has decided to expand eligibility for ration cards to families with an annual income of up to Rs 1.20 lakh. The decision, approved by the Delhi Cabinet under the leadership of Rekha Gupta, marks a significant step toward making the capital’s public distribution system more inclusive, transparent, and need-based. Earlier, the income ceiling for ration card eligibility in Delhi was capped at Rs 1 lakh per year. With rising living costs and inflation, the government acknowledged that many genuinely needy families were being…
As the national capital gears up for the 77th Republic Day, security agencies in Delhi have stepped up vigilance across the city. In a visible show of preparedness, wanted posters of fugitive terrorists have been put up at major metro stations, crowded marketplaces, and other high-footfall areas to alert the public and strengthen preventive security measures. The move reflects heightened concerns over potential threats during national celebrations, prompting authorities to intensify surveillance, verification drives, and public awareness initiatives across Delhi. Focus on High-Profile Terror Operatives According to security officials, the posters prominently display photographs and details of high-profile terror fugitives…
The global higher education landscape is undergoing a dramatic shift. For decades, institutions like Harvard University symbolised academic excellence and global leadership. However, recent international rankings have sent shockwaves across the world by placing Chinese universities—Zhejiang University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University—at the very top, surpassing long-established Western giants. This development is not just about rankings; it reflects a deeper transformation in global knowledge power—and raises uncomfortable questions for India. China’s Rise: Strategy, Scale, and State Support China’s ascent in global university rankings has not happened overnight. It is the result of sustained investment, long-term planning, and a clear national…
Delhi’s air quality has plunged into the “severe” category, triggering Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)—the toughest set of anti-pollution measures—within 24 hours. With AQI levels crossing 400 at multiple monitoring stations, authorities have rolled out emergency curbs to arrest further deterioration and protect public health. What the GRAP-IV Curbs Mean Under GRAP-IV, several high-impact restrictions come into immediate effect: Vehicle curbs: All non-Delhi registered vehicles that are BS-IV or older are barred from entering the city. Construction halt: All construction and demolition activities are suspended to cut dust emissions. Diesel restrictions: Non-essential diesel carriers below BS-VI standards…