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📰 Kolkata Police arrests a law student from Delhi over a deleted video: How criticising Pakistan and “hurting sentiments” is a crime for Bengal govt but violence against Hindus isn’t
Jun 1, 2025
In a disturbing development that exposes the stark bias of the West Bengal administration, a 22-year-old Hindu law student, Sharmishtha, was arrested by Kolkata Police on Friday (30th May) — not for committing any act of violence or inciting terror, but for sharing a video that criticised the terrorist state of Pakistan. The irony? She had already deleted the video and issued an apology. Still, the state’s police department chose to act not as protectors of justice, but as enforcers of Islamist outrage.

Rising cases of leaking sensitive defence information to ‘Facebook Girlfriends’ raise serious questions on duty, desire and betrayal
Jun 1, 2025
There was once a time when spies wore disguises, passed coded messages under tables, and vanished down dark alleys. But today, in the world of swipes, likes, and chat requests, betrayal wears a prettier mask—a display picture, a flirtatious message, and a soft digital whisper.

From Podium to Protest: Who is Megha Vemuri? Indian-American Student Banned from MIT for Her Pro-Palestine Speech
May 31, 2025
On May 29, 2025, what should have been a proud, memorable moment for MIT’s Class of 2025 turned into a stage for controversy. During the prestigious OneMIT undergraduate ceremony, class president Megha Vemuri, wearing a red keffiyeh — a symbol often associated with Palestinian resistance — chose to abandon her pre-approved script. Instead, she gave an unapproved speech, sharply criticizing Israel and accusing it of genocide in Gaza. She also used the opportunity to condemn MIT’s collaboration with the Israeli military, a move that stunned many in the audience and drew instant backlash.

The Fall of Builder.ai: A Cautionary Tale of Hype and Hubris in the AI Boom
May 30, 2025
In the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence, where promises of revolutionary technology fuel billion-dollar valuations, the spectacular collapse of Builder.ai serves as a sobering reminder: hype without substance is a recipe for disaster. Once hailed as a unicorn valued at $1.5 billion, backed by heavyweights like Microsoft and the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), Builder.ai filed for bankruptcy in May 2025, leaving employees, investors, and clients reeling. The company’s downfall, marked by overstated revenues, financial mismanagement, and a misleading AI narrative, is not just the s…

Thailand and Cambodia clash over the 11th century Preah Vihear Shiva temple
May 30, 2025
Tensions have once again turned violent between Thailand and Cambodia over a sensitive border region that both countries claim ownership of. The focal point of this heated conflict is the ancient and sacred Preah Vihear Shiva temple, a Hindu architectural wonder that stands tall for over 900 years in Cambodia’s Preah Vihear province. This temple is not just an archaeological site—it is home to a Shiva Lingam, a symbol considered highly auspicious in Hindu tradition. Its presence lends profound cultural and religious value to the land, making it a deeply emotional issue for both nations.

India’s Department of Posts Unveils Geo-Coded DigiPin System to Fix Postal Address Errors
May 30, 2025
After the massive success of Aadhaar and UPI, the Government of India has now taken another visionary step towards complete digital transformation. The Narendra Modi-led government has introduced a new initiative that aims to give every address in the country a unique identity—a 10-character digital ID that will make postal and delivery services more efficient than ever before.

Himachal Youth Arrested in Kangra Espionage Case: An Investigative Chronicle
May 29, 2025
In late May 2025, intelligence inputs from central agencies warned that a young man in Himachal Pradesh might be spying for a foreign power. Acting on this tip-off, Himachal Police formed a special team under the Dehra Sub-Divisional Police Officer and placed the suspect under close surveillance. For several days, officers quietly monitored his activities – especially his online interactions – after learning he could be providing sensitive information to contacts in Pakistan. According to Dehra Superintendent of Police (SP) Mayank Chaudhary, “after we got an input about Abhishek’s activities…

‘Troublemakers’, ‘Radical Elements’: Inside Donald Trump’s War on Foreign Students in the US, and How It Will Adversely Affect Thousands of Indian Youngsters
May 29, 2025
Since his return to the White House in January 2025, US President Donald Trump has initiated a series of aggressive policy reforms, particularly targeting foreign students in American universities. The administration presents these measures as efforts to uphold national security, combat antisemitism, and eliminate so-called “troublemakers” from academic institutions.

India Shakes Up CCTV Industry by Mandating Scrutiny of China-Made CCTVs’ Hardware and Software, Changes Enforced to Counter Chinese Spying Through These Cameras
May 29, 2025
In a decisive move to bolster national security, India has mandated that manufacturers of surveillance equipment submit the hardware, software, and source code of CCTV cameras for security assessment in Indian government laboratories before selling their products in the country.This directive arises from India's concerns regarding the potential threat of Chinese surveillance through CCTV cameras and their components supplied by Chinese manufacturers.