New Delhi, August 24, 2026: India’s political landscape is witnessing a fresh confrontation between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Opposition, with women’s political representation and electoral reforms emerging as two major flashpoints. Over the past few days, senior leaders from both sides have intensified their attacks, turning issues that were once largely…
The Middle East is facing another sharp escalation as tensions between Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) intensify, adding a new layer of uncertainty to an already dangerous conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. On August 18, the UAE said it had detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran toward maritime traffic….
Just months before its highly anticipated release, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) has suffered another major leak. Multiple gameplay videos, along with images claiming to show the full map of Leonida, began appearing online on August 18, 2026, quickly spreading across social media and gaming communities. The timing is particularly significant. Rockstar Games is…
The Indian government has opened a new one-time disclosure window for taxpayers who have previously failed to report certain foreign assets or overseas income. The Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers–Disclosure Scheme, 2026 (FAST-DS) came into effect on August 16, 2026, giving eligible taxpayers until December 31 to regularise specified overseas holdings. The scheme is particularly…
Semiconductors have become one of the most important resources in the modern world. They power smartphones, cars, medical equipment, data centres, military systems and, increasingly, the artificial-intelligence systems transforming the global economy. In 2026, the competition to control this technology has intensified, turning computer chips into a major point of rivalry between the United States…
The news is not always about politics, markets or conflicts. Some of the most fascinating stories happening around the world are hidden inside science, nature, space and technology. From an extraordinary solar image to a rare combination of astronomical events and scientific discoveries made possible by ordinary people’s photographs, recent developments are revealing surprising things…
The global news cycle on August 13, 2026, is being shaped by heightened geopolitical tensions, developments in the Russia-Ukraine war, uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz and changing expectations for major central banks. At the same time, financial markets have shown signs of relief as investors reassess inflation and interest-rate risks. Iran and the United…
India’s Parliament is witnessing an increasingly intense political debate over a proposed Delimitation Bill, with the issue bringing questions of representation, federal balance and the future distribution of Lok Sabha seats to the centre of national politics. Opposition parties, particularly the Congress and several southern parties, have expressed serious reservations about the proposed exercise, while…
FCRA Amendment Bill Sparks Nationwide Debate in Parliament The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 (FCRA Amendment Bill) has emerged as one of the most debated pieces of legislation during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament. The proposed amendments seek to strengthen the government’s oversight of foreign-funded organisations, particularly non-governmental organisations (NGOs), charities, trusts, educational…
Cabinet Gives Major Push to India’s Green Energy Mission In a significant step towards strengthening India’s clean energy ecosystem, the Union Cabinet has approved the National Unified Scheme for Compressed Biogas (CBG) under the GOBARdhan (Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan) initiative. The ambitious programme comes with a financial outlay of ₹23,731 crore and aims to…
