Category: Daily Happenings Blog

For more than two decades, the world of men’s tennis has been dominated by three names: Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. 2024 marked the first calendar year since 2002 that one of the ‘Big Three’ hasn’t won a Grand Slam title. However, before the talented established their dominance, there were a number of…

The process of electoral roll revision is an essential criterion for maintaining a healthy democracy. It ensures that every eligible citizen is registered to vote while eliminating ineligible or duplicate entries. In  Bihar, however, the recent Voter List Revision has sparked a major political controversy, leading to allegations of bias, manipulation, and targeted exclusion. With…

INSOMNIA, a condition characterised by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early, is one of the most common sleep disorders among the Elderly. While occasional sleep disorders are normal, chronic insomnia can significantly affect the physical and mental health of older people. With ageing populations worldwide, understanding and addressing insomnia in the…

The Hindi language issue in Maharashtra is not merely a matter of linguistics- it gets connected with identity politics, cultural preservation and federal dynamics of Maharashtra. The imposition of Hindi, especially in education from the 1st grade of school, was the recent cause of controversy on this issue. Historical Context Maharashtra has long been a…

DILIP KUMAR was a legendary actor of Bollywood, who in the initial years of his career got famous as Tragedy King, but later on he switched to light and comical roles also. Initially, when he was known for tragic roles, most of the songs picturized on him were sung by Talat Mehmood. Later, in the…

In the English language, abbreviations are sometimes used when writing or speaking. Many people may find it difficult to decipher these abbreviations. Here is the list of most commonly used abbreviations which should be known to everyone: 1 ASAP– As Soon As Possible 2 FAQ– Frequently Asked Questions 3 CEO– Chief Executive Officer 4 Wi-Fi–…

According to the Indian Heart Association (IHA) and Indian Stroke Association (ISA), CHOLESTEROL is a common problem among South Asians due to the genetic factor, a general lack of physical activity and suboptimal dietary habits. Currently, a large number of people in India aged between 30 and 55 years have high cholesterol levels, which places…

The Indian National Congress (INC), which was once a dominant political force in India, has faced a steady decline over the past three decades. With repeated electoral setbacks and an internal leadership crisis, the party is now standing at a crossroads. At the centre of this revival attempt is Rahul Gandhi a figure regularly criticised…

Today, a news item in the press reports that the government is working towards achieving 30% of vehicles being converted to Electric Vehicles (EVs) by 2030.  It is a good sign for pollution control and improving carbon footprints. But is the Auto Industry equipped to do so, and how are EVs going to change the…

In today’s weekend blog, I am writing about cricket, specifically the IPL. A few weeks ago, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 concluded, and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) became the champions for the first time in 18 years. This was their fourth appearance in the final. Judging by the performances of the players from various…