Vikshit Bharat Must Be Accessible Bharat :Why Disability Inclusion Is Not Welfare — It Is Nation Building
India is moving with ambition toward Vikshit Bharat 2047. We speak of becoming a $5 trillion economy. We celebrate digital transformation. We build highways, smart cities, and industrial corridors. But there is a fundamental question we must ask: Can a country truly be called developed if accessibility remains optional? Development cannot be measured only in…
The India AI Impact Summit 2026: Grand Ambitions, Robot Dogs, Traffic Chaos, and What It Really Revealed About India’s AI Journey
From February 16 to 20, 2026, New Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam hosted the India AI Impact Summit 2026, India’s ambitious bid to position itself as a global leader in responsible, inclusive AI. Billed as the first major AI forum in the Global South, the event aimed to shift from “dialogue to demonstrable impact” under the themes…
Bangladesh Election 2026- A Landslide for BNP and the Ripple Effects on India
The political landscape of South Asia has undergone a seismic shift following Bangladesh’s 2026 general election. Held on February 12, 2026, this was the first national poll since the dramatic 2024 student-led uprising that toppled Sheikh Hasina’s long-standing Awami League government. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, emerged victorious with a commanding…
DAC Approves Mega Acquisitions Including 114 Rafale Fighters
In a landmark decision that underscores India’s commitment to modernizing its armed forces amid evolving regional security challenges, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved several high-value procurement proposals. This move comes at a critical juncture as India seeks to enhance its air dominance, maritime surveillance, and overall deterrence…
Ghooskhor Pandat: A Bollywood Thriller Caught in Controversy
In the world of Bollywood, where stories often push boundaries and spark debates, few films have ignited as much immediate uproar as Ghooskhor Pandat. Announced as part of Netflix’s 2026 slate, this thriller promised high-stakes drama but quickly found itself embroiled in protests, legal battles, and a landmark Supreme Court directive. Let’s dive into the…
“Four Stars of Destiny” by General Manoj Mukund Naravane
Four Stars of Destiny, the yet-to-be-published autobiography of former Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane. What was anticipated as a reflective account of a distinguished military career has instead become a flashpoint involving alleged leaks, parliamentary debates, police investigations, and now, policy reforms in how India’s armed forces personnel publish books. This blog covers…
Yumnam Khemchand Singh Sworn in as Chief Minister of Manipur
In a significant development marking the end of nearly a year of central administration, Manipur witnessed the formation of a new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government on February 4, 2026. Yumnam Khemchand Singh, a senior BJP leader from the Meitei community, was sworn in as the new Chief Minister, succeeding the period of President’s Rule…
India’s Union Budget 2026-27
The Union Budget of India is the government’s annual financial statement, outlining its revenue, expenditure, and policy priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. It serves as a roadmap for economic growth, fiscal management, and sectoral development. The 2026-27 budget, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks her ninth consecutive presentation and is the first full…
The India-US Trade Deal
On 2nd February 2026, a significant breakthrough emerged in India-US relations with the announcement of a trade deal aimed at easing tensions that had built up over tariffs and energy purchases. Announced via social media by US President Donald Trump and echoed by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the agreement promises reduced barriers and boosted…
The ED-(I-PAC) Raid Controversy
In the high-stakes world of Indian politics, few figures embody resilience and controversy quite like Mamata Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal and leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC). Recently, her dramatic intervention during Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) has ignited a firestorm, pitting state authority against central…
