In recent days, the digital realm has been aflame with a new trend. Apparently, the users are taking advantage of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. In order to convert personal photos and viral meme images into building blocks that resemble the style of Studio Ghibli. Evidently, this led to a lot of traffic, causing slowdowns and access issues,…
India has initiated ‘Operation Brahma‘ to provide humanitarian assistance to Myanmar following a significant earthquake that struck the country on March 28, 2025. Significantly, the operation highlights India’s commitment to assisting its neighbors during times of crisis. Immediate Assistance and Relief Following the earthquake, India immediately dispatched approximately 15 tonnes of aid by sending a…
Studio Ghibli is one of the premier animation studios internationally. Evidently, it was founded in 1985 by famed filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata and producer Toshio Suzuki. The studio’s filmmakers created some of the most popular and beloved animated films in history. As a matter of fact, the films, including Spirited Away, My Neighbor…
In a historic move, officials in Varanasi have ordered that all meat, fish, and poultry shops will close within city limits. Apparently, this will be for the entirety of the Chaitra Navratri festival, beginning this Sunday. This order is consistent with the ethical and spiritual values of the season. Additionally, it is in close proximity…
The Gujarat Assembly has approved a crucial legislation that concerns regularizing unauthorised constructions on land. Thus, giving considerable relief to a large number of property owners across the state. This legislation seeks to create issues that pre-date stateside developments. Secondly, address them, and regularize them within the bounds of lawful statutes. Background to Unauthorized Developments…
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, March 28, 2025, leaving a path of destruction and death in its wake. The shaking was as far away as Thailand, China, and parts of India. Obviously creating panic and destruction in the region. Epicenter and Immediate Effects The quake’s epicenter was located near Mandalay, Myanmar’s…
Amit Malviya, the chief of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) IT Cell, has directed criticism towards West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Apparently, he claimed she is a “shame to West Bengal.” His comments came in reaction to protests that were purportedly aimed at Banerjee during her visit to Oxford University. Context of the Oxford…
The University of Houston has received backlash for its “Lived Hindu Religion” course. An Indian-American student and activist, Vasant Bhatt accused the university of “Hinduphobia”. Subsequently, it was misrepresenting the political realities of India. Apparently, the online course features weekly video lectures from Professor Aaron Michael Ullrey. It has since prompted the university to review…
Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov has proclaimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to India in the near future. As a matter of fact, he has been involved in preparations. Surprisingly, this would be the first time since December 2021, when he attended the annual India and Russia summit. Strengthening of Relations…
President Donald Trump has ignited global trade hostilities with his proposal to impose a 25% tariff on new automobiles. Additionally, automobile component parts imported into the United States starting April 3. As a matter of fact, the tariffs were designed to spur manufacturing in this country. However, the international response has been outrage. Tariffs and…
