Ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar on June 20, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, raising concerns over student suicides linked to examination-related controversies and demanding stronger accountability within the education system. In his letter, Dipke urged the government to provide compensation of Rs 1 crore to the families of students who allegedly died by suicide amid uncertainty surrounding examinations and alleged paper leak incidents. He claimed that 11 students had died in recent weeks, including five within the last 48 hours, and argued that confusion over possible re-examinations had…
Author: Aditi
India’s gold imports have fallen sharply following the government’s decision to increase customs duty on the precious metal, with monthly imports dropping by more than 65%, according to a senior government official. The decline comes amid weaker domestic demand and restrictions on import channels after banks lost their status as designated gold importers. Before the duty revision, India imported between 75 and 100 metric tonnes (MT) of gold every month. Since the increase, monthly imports have fallen to around 25–30 MT. Officials attribute the slowdown to both higher import costs and reduced consumer demand, as rising gold prices have discouraged…
Oil prices could continue to trend lower following the interim agreement between the United States and Iran, according to Goldman Sachs oil trading executive Jerome Dortmans. While markets have already priced in much of the impact from the ceasefire extension and the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, analysts believe crude prices may slowly decline as geopolitical tensions ease. Brent crude, which surged to around $118 per barrel during the height of the US-Iran conflict, has fallen to approximately $76 per barrel. Although prices remain above the levels seen at the beginning of the year, the sharp decline reflects…
Intel shares surged nearly 9% in premarket trading after US President Donald Trump announced that the semiconductor giant had secured a major agreement with Apple to manufacture chips in the United States. The development marks a significant milestone for Intel as it seeks to strengthen its position in the global semiconductor industry and revive its foundry business. According to reports, Intel stock rose as much as 9% before the opening bell, while Apple shares recorded modest gains. The partnership is expected to help Apple diversify its chip manufacturing operations, which have long relied heavily on Taiwan-based chipmaker TSMC. By adding…
A new report by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) has highlighted significant vulnerabilities in India’s energy security, revealing that the country’s strategic petroleum reserves currently cover only around 9–10 days of net crude oil imports. This is substantially lower than other major import-dependent economies such as Japan and South Korea, which maintain reserves capable of meeting more than 200 days of import requirements. The report, titled How Secure is India’s Energy Future? Assessing Accessibility, Reliability, and Affordability, points to India’s heavy dependence on imported fossil fuels as a key concern. More than 85% of the country’s crude…
Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga offers a poignant reflection on the human cost of Partition, standing apart from the wave of nationalist films dominating contemporary Bollywood. Rather than using history to fuel division, the film encourages audiences to confront the trauma of the past with empathy, remembrance, and a desire for reconciliation. At the heart of the story is Ishar Singh Grewal, portrayed with remarkable depth by Naseeruddin Shah. Grewal is a man haunted by memories of 1947, carrying emotional scars that his family struggles to understand. Through his character, the film explores how the wounds of Partition continue to…
More than 16 years after 3 Idiots became one of the most beloved films in Indian cinema, director Rajkumar Hirani has shared new details about the long-awaited sequel. The filmmaker revealed that he and writer Abhijat Joshi are still developing the script, which will reunite Rancho, Farhan and Raju at a completely different stage of life. Speaking about the project, Hirani explained that the sequel will move beyond the college setting that made the original film iconic. Instead, it will focus on what happens to the three friends 15 to 20 years later. According to the director, the characters are…
The buzz surrounding Alpha, the upcoming spy-action thriller starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, continues to grow following the release of its action-packed trailer. While the trailer generated excitement among fans, it also sparked criticism from some social media users who questioned Alia Bhatt’s suitability for high-intensity action sequences. Now, the film’s action director, Craig Macrae, has come out strongly in support of the actress. Macrae, an internationally recognized action choreographer, praised both Alia and Sharvari for their commitment and hard work during the film’s preparation. He highlighted Alia’s exceptional work ethic, saying she dedicated significant time and effort not only…
Mexico became the first team to secure a place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating South Korea 1-0 in Guadalajara on Thursday. The victory also guaranteed Mexico top spot in Group A with one match remaining. The decisive moment came five minutes into the second half when a defensive mix-up gifted Mexico the winning goal. South Korea goalkeeper Kim Seung-Gyu collided with defender Lee Gi-Hyuk while attempting to deal with a ball inside the penalty area, allowing Luis Romo to pounce on the loose ball and calmly volley it into an empty net. Although…
Canada’s emphatic 6-0 victory over Qatar at BC Place was overshadowed by a serious injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné, who suffered a broken left leg following a dangerous tackle during the second half. The 24-year-old was stretchered off the field after being caught from behind by Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo. Players immediately signaled for medical assistance, and concern spread across the stadium as Koné received treatment on the pitch. Following a VAR review, Madibo was shown a straight red card for the challenge, leaving Qatar with nine players after an earlier dismissal. Canada coach Jesse Marsch confirmed that Koné was…