July 4, 2024 Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, recently stirred controversy by discussing the “Abhay Mudra” during his speech. The Abhay Mudra, a hand gesture symbolizing fearlessness and protection in Hinduism, Buddhism, and other Indian religions, became a focal point of his address. Gandhi
Koo hailed as India’s answer to Twitter, soared to fame with promises of multilingual social media for millions. Founded in 2020, it quickly gained government support and celebrity endorsements, even expanding to other countries. However, despite early success and significant investments, Koo faced rapid decline. Within just a few years,
In a startling development, Hindenburg Research has been accused by India’s securities regulator, SEBI, of colluding with a US asset manager to manipulate markets through insider information while shorting Adani Group stocks. The allegations, outlined in a “show cause” notice, claim Hindenburg provided a draft of its damning report on
A tragic stampede at a religious event in northern India claimed the lives of at least 116 people, with many others injured. The incident occurred during a gathering to see Bhole Baba, a revered guru, where overcrowding inside a large tent led to chaos. Witnesses described people falling over each
Tech Mahindra, a major Indian IT firm, has achieved a groundbreaking feat by developing an advanced language model for just $5 million, in response to a challenge from OpenAI’s Sam Altman. Despite skepticism, Tech Mahindra succeeded in creating the model within five months, capable of conversing in over 40 local
In the remote deserts of Egypt, an ancient port city named Berenike has revealed a fascinating and unexpected story: the deep influence of ancient Indian culture, trade, and people. This port, once bustling with activity, reveals how deeply intertwined ancient Indian and Egyptian civilizations were.
A new study published in the Lancet Global Health (pdf below) has uncovered alarming trends in India’s physical activity levels, revealing that nearly half of all adults do not meet the WHO’s recommended guidelines for exercise. Shockingly, this trend is worsening, with rates of inactivity nearly doubling since 2000. The
Discover how Indian-made weapons are quietly making their way to Israel amid the Gaza conflict, sparking controversy and raising questions about India’s stance on international conflicts. A cargo ship, loaded with explosives reportedly from India, was tracked heading towards Israel, bypassing usual routes to avoid conflict zones. This revelation comes
Shark Tank India is embroiled in controversy as Pathik Patel, founder of Fit & Flex, accuses the show of unjustly targeting his brand for trademark violations. Patel claims Sony Entertainment Television blocked his social media accounts and suspended ads without warning, just weeks after his appearance on the show. Despite