Prakasha Boraiah

A new understanding with Iran is emerging to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This comes after weeks of military escalation. The United States seeks to prevent global economic disruption from energy shipment issues. An agreement is reportedly nearing finalization, though details remain unclear. Iran denies commitments to give up uranium or unconditionally reopen the straits.

Air India’s losses in 2025-26 at Rs 27,000 crore are the highest ever recorded in its 94-year-old history. In all, Air India has lost Rs 55,000 crore since Tatas took over the airline. Will these complicate final years of N Chandrasekaran’s tenure as Tata Sons chairman?

NEET-UG 2026 exam cancellation due to paper leak has deeply affected lakhs of students. Families face financial strain and students endure immense mental pressure. This incident raises serious questions about the integrity of competitive examinations in India. The system's credibility is shaken, while also impacting the aspirations of countless young individuals.

The exuberance of Indian investors has pushed valuations so high that MNCs as well as PE/VC funds are seizing the opportunity to exit

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has sharply criticized New York City's public school spending, likening its inefficiencies to a poorly run business. He argued that substantial funds aren't reaching teachers, despite high per-student costs. Bezos also dismissed 'tax-the-rich' policies, advocating for identifying and solving root causes of economic struggles instead.

Kyiv endured a massive overnight aerial assault, with Russia deploying over 700 drones and 50 missiles, including the hypersonic Oreshnik. The barrage, described as one of the war's most intense, struck government buildings and residential areas, causing casualties and widespread damage. Russia stated the strikes targeted military facilities in retaliation for Ukrainian attacks.

Leaked records reveal Iran's Revolutionary Guards secretly acquired advanced Chinese satellite communication equipment via a UAE-based procurement network. The technology, crucial for Tehran's drone and missile programs, was shipped through Dubai, highlighting sophisticated methods to bypass Western sanctions and reach Iran's military apparatus.