Author: Nishat

In a startling series of seismic events, five powerful earthquakes jolted four Asian nations within a mere two-hour window on Sunday, April 13, triggering widespread concern and drawing attention to the region’s volatile tectonic activity. Countries affected included India, Myanmar, Indonesia, and Tajikistan, each experiencing varying levels of tremor intensity. ⚠️ Earthquake Highlights: April 13, 2025 Tajikistan: 6.1 magnitude quake at 9:54 AM IST Indonesia: 5.8 magnitude quake in Simeulue Regency at 11:09 AM Myanmar: 5.1 magnitude tremor hits Meiktila at 7:54 AM India (Himachal Pradesh): 3.4 magnitude quake in Mandi at 9:18 AM Papua New Guinea: 5.79 magnitude earthquake…

The Indian hospitality sector is experiencing unprecedented growth in 2025, establishing itself as a beacon of economic opportunity and innovation. With remarkable increases in occupancy rates, room pricing, and overall revenue, the industry is not merely expanding—it’s undergoing a transformative renaissance that positions India as a global hospitality powerhouse. January 2025 set the tone for what promises to be an exceptional year, with occupancy rates climbing 2-4 percentage points year-over-year across most major markets. The Average Room Rates (ARR) demonstrated impressive growth of 10-12% compared to the previous year, reaching ₹9,100-9,300. This positive momentum has driven Revenue Per Available Room…

Despite ongoing volatility in the Indian stock market triggered by global factors like Donald Trump’s tariff tension, Reliance Power, a key stock under the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG), has surprised investors with an impressive rally. In just one month, Reliance Power share price surged nearly 20%, outperforming not only the broader indices like Nifty 50, BSE Sensex, and Bank Nifty, but also the Small-cap and Mid-cap indices. While Nifty 50 posted a modest gain of 1.60%, BSE Sensex edged up by 1.52%, and Bank Nifty advanced by 6.13%, Reliance Power emerged as a top alpha generator. From its historic…

In a dramatic turn of events that has shaken the tech world and political landscape alike, Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former top executive at Meta, has leveled grave allegations against the social media giant. Her explosive testimony during a congressional hearing led by Senator Josh Hawley has brought Meta’s global operations, particularly its alleged ties with China, under intense scrutiny. Sarah Wynn-Williams, who once held a senior role in Meta’s public policy division, accused the company of “working hand in glove with Beijing.” According to her testimony, Meta executives actively allowed the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) access to user data—including data…

Radisson Hotel Group has marked a historic achievement in its India journey by crossing the 200-hotel milestone, reinforcing its status as one of the country’s leading international hospitality brands. With 128 operational properties and 77 more under development, this expansion reflects the group’s commitment to strategic growth, quality service, and market diversity. The announcement coincides with the signing of five new properties, further solidifying Radisson’s footprint in both established and emerging travel destinations across South Asia. The latest signings include the serene Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Pawna Lake, the centrally located Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucknow CBD, Radisson Hotel Rajkot,…

In a major development in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case, a Delhi court on Friday sent Tahawwur Hussain Rana—an accused conspirator and close associate of David Coleman Headley—to 18-day National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody following his extradition from the United States. Rana, a Canadian businessman of Pakistani origin, is believed to have played a key role in the planning and logistics of the 2008 Mumbai attacks, which left 166 dead and over 230 injured. His extradition marks a significant milestone in India’s quest for justice in one of the deadliest terror attacks on its soil. Tight Security as Rana…

In a heartbreaking incident, First Officer Armaan, a 36-year-old Air India Express pilot, passed away due to cardiac arrest shortly after safely landing a flight from Srinagar to Delhi. The young pilot, who had recently tied the knot, collapsed at Delhi Airport after completing his duty, leaving the aviation community and the nation in mourning. Armaan had completed a round trip between Delhi and Srinagar on Wednesday. After landing back in the capital, he reportedly vomited in the aircraft lavatory and collapsed in the galley area. Despite the cabin crew and ground staff rushing him to the airport medical center…

In an unexpected twist of weather, Delhi and its surrounding NCR regions were hit by a powerful dust storm followed by moderate rainfall on Thursday, bringing temporary relief amid an ongoing heatwave. Areas like Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Greater Noida witnessed sudden gusty winds and showers, disrupting the dry and scorching weather that had gripped the capital. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that the change was due to a Western Disturbance sweeping across North India. Thunderstorms, light rain, and gusty winds are expected to continue on Friday, April 11, with a forecasted dip in temperatures. Friday’s weather is predicted…

New Delhi, April 10, 2025 — The official Passport Seva portal, operated by the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is currently facing a technical issue, leaving thousands of applicants unable to access essential passport services online. Users attempting to log in or complete their applications on passportindia.gov.in have been met with an error message stating: “The Online portal is currently facing some technical problem. Please try after some time.” Services Disrupted The glitch has impacted several key services, including: Online passport application submissions Appointment scheduling at Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs) Status tracking for ongoing applications Access to downloadable forms and affidavits…

IPL 2025 showcases constant emotional excitement, just like all previous editions of the tournament. Observations about pitches have become the main attraction for fans during this edition of the IPL. In the narrow KKR loss by four runs against LSG at Eden Gardens, their captain, Ajinkya Rahane, sparked controversy by reviving discussions about home-field benefits in the IPL 2025 season. In his post-match press conference, Rahane maintained his typical composure while his sarcastic words described the situation vividly. He responded with a laugh when someone questioned the playing surface at Eden while the media had built up the issue enough.…