Starlink to have 20 lakh users in India at most, says government
Starlink’s entry into India’s telecom sector is unlikely to pose an immediate threat to existing operators like Jio and Airtel. Constrained by spectrum capacity, the satellite communication provider can only accommodate 2 million connections, offering speeds up to 200 Mbps. While targeting rural areas, its consumer broadband plan is projected to be around ₹3,000 per…
Pawan Kalyan’s ‘They Call Him OG’ jumps by over 260 % in 24 hours; crosses USD 300K mark in USA
Pawan Kalyan’s upcoming action film, They Call Him OG, is generating immense buzz in the United States. Advance bookings have surged, crossing USD 300,000 within 24 hours, signaling a potentially record-breaking opening for a Telugu film. With Emraan Hashmi as the antagonist and directed by Sujeeth, the film is poised for a historic U.S. premiere.
‘Paves way for peace’: PM welcomes deal on 1st phase of Trump’s Gaza peace plan; praises Netanyahu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the initial phase of US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan, expressing optimism for enduring peace. Modi lauded the agreement, which follows prolonged conflict, and highlighted the release of hostages and increased humanitarian aid as crucial steps. He also acknowledged the leadership of PM Netanyahu in this development.
India ranks 4th globally in income equality, shows World Bank data
World Bank data reveals India ranks fourth globally in income equality, boasting a Gini Index of 25.5 in 2022. This places India ahead of China, the United States, and many G7 and G20 nations. The country’s Gini Index improved from 28.8 in 2011, reflecting progress in combining economic growth with social equity, lifting 171 million…
Moms & Dads, It’s Your Fault & You Do It Everyday
Govts can’t help if parents in India make crude gender bias a part of raising children. We will never have confident daughters & compassionate sons
Microsoft president Brad Smith sends memo to employees on ‘Gaza spying’ report; says: We are adding new way for employees to report …
Microsoft is enhancing its internal reporting system with a new “Trusted Technology Review” feature, allowing employees to flag ethical concerns about technology development and deployment. This move comes amid mounting pressure regarding the company’s role in Israel’s military operations. The tech giant is also strengthening its pre-contract review for sensitive projects, emphasizing human rights due…
Philippines earthquake: Powerful quake kills 31, destroys homes and infrastructure in Cebu- Top development
A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the central Philippines, claiming at least 31 lives and causing extensive damage across Cebu province. The quake, centered near Bogo, led to widespread power outages and collapsed structures, with death tolls rising in towns like Bogo, Medellin, and San Remigio.
‘Ro-Ko’ power returns: India bank on their biggest weapons after Test humiliation
Excitement builds in Ranchi as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return for the ODI series against South Africa, aiming to revive the team’s confidence after a Test defeat. Captain KL Rahul backs the experienced duo, while Ruturaj Gaikwad is set for a chance at number four. The toss and dew are expected to be crucial…
‘You sign your own projects’: Taunt during staff room visit may have pushed Sharda University’s student Jyoti Jhangra to suicide; ‘she cried for hours’, says friend
Jyoti Jhangra, a BDS student at Sharda University, tragically died by suicide after being accused of forging a professor’s signature on her project file. The incident led to her father being called to campus, and despite assurances from the HOD, Jyoti felt targeted by faculty.