How the US is losing high-value assets in its war with Iran
On March 12, the US Central Command confirmed that one of their KC-135 Stratotankers, the ‘flying gas station’ aerial refuelling aircraft, has been lost after a collision in the friendly skies over Iraq. Iranian sources have claimed it as a hit, but US insists it was a collision with another KC-135 Stratotanker, not a hit. Be […]
JNU ‘scholar’, once charged for sedition in Manipur, is now a faculty member at Jamia Millia Islamia
Jamia Millia Islamia has come under the scanner over the recruitment of a controversial man named Chingiz Khan as a faculty member. The public research university, which is often in the news for the wrong reasons, has now roped in the former JNU ‘scholar’ charged with sedition in April 2020. Chingiz Khan has recently been appointed […]
Things I Wish I’d Known Before Buying an EV
War in the Middle East and surging oil prices mean it’s time to ponder, once again: Should you buy an EV? It’s worth planning out charging stops ahead of road trips, and apps including A Better Routeplanner can help. After a year of ups and downs with my own electric vehicle—which I still love overall—here are […]
5 cars I would honestly choose for road trips with my parents
Road trips with parents demand a very different kind of car. Performance and aggressive handling take a back seat, while ride comfort, supportive seats, cabin space, and a relaxed driving experience become far more important. A good highway cruiser should also feel stable at speed, offer strong mid-range performance for easy overtakes, and provide a comfortable […]
7.83 Crore MSMEs Registered on Udyam Portal, Generating 34.5 Crore Jobs, Reports Minister, ETCFO
New Delhi, About 7.83 crore Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have registered on the Udyam Registration portal since 2020, while 1.37 lakh MSMEs have shut down in the same period, constituting just 0.17 per cent of MSMEs which have been closed, the Parliament was informed on Thursday. As recorded by 7.83 crore MSMEs registered on […]
Kawasaki Ninja 650 gets ₹22,000 discount, effective price now ₹7.69 lakh
Kawasaki has rolled out a limited-period discount on the MY25 Ninja 650. The company announced the offer through its social media channels, confirming a price reduction of ₹22,000. This brings the motorcycle’s effective ex-showroom price down to ₹7,69,000 from its earlier price of ₹7,91,000. The offer will remain valid until 31 March 2026. The MY25 Ninja […]
A Bengali’s perspective on why TMC and its Supreme Leader, Mamata Banerjee, are targeting the ECI and CEC Gyanesh Kumar
With the West Bengal election just around the corner, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has floated a proposal to remove Gyanesh Kumar as the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of the Election Commission of India (ECI). The Mamata Banerjee-led political party has received support from the likes of Congress, Samajwadi Party and other allies to bring about an […]
Perplexity launches its ‘always-on AI assistant’ Personal Computer
Perplexity, known for its AI-powered search engine, has leapt into advanced AI agents with the launch of a new AI system called Personal Computer. The company said in an announcement on 11th March 2026, that Personal Computer operates as an “always-on digital assistant” helping users with tasks like research, writing emails, and creating reports. “Always-on digital assistant”: […]
5 cars I would pick to learn driving in the city without stress
Learning to drive in a crowded city can be intimidating. Traffic density, tight lanes and constant stop-and-go conditions can make early driving experiences stressful. The right car, however, can significantly ease the learning curve. Compact size, light controls and smart tech are ideal things in a car for learning to drive in busy city traffic. Compact […]
SC stays the death penalty of a rape accused who ripped the vagina of a 5-year-old girl, orders his psychological evaluation
The Supreme Court on Tuesday (10th March) stayed the death penalty of a man accused of raping and killing a 5-year-old girl in the Shahjahanabad area of Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and N. V. Anjaria allowed the leave to appeal from the Madhya Pradesh High Court, which upheld […]
