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APJ Abdul Kalam Foresaw This: Gulf War's Hard Lesson On Energy Imports

The war in the Gulf has exposed India's underbelly, this huge crisis on the shortage of petroleum products only exposes how energy insecure the country remains.  If only someone had heeded to the plaintive calls made two decades ago by India's visionary "People's President" APJ Abdul Kalam. Two decades on, India is still at the mercy of Gulf oil. Nearly two decades ago, India's "missile man" and then President, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, laid out an audacious national mission, energy security by 2020, leading to energy independence by 2030. He framed it not as an engineering target alone, but as a strategic necessity: "Energy Independence is the lifeline of a nation." Kalam's prescription, spelt out in his address at the South Asian Conference on Renewable Energy in New Delhi in April 2006, was clear-eyed about geopolitics, economics and technology. He warned that fossil-based oil, coal and gas reserves would not last forever, and that the ...
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India Coach Asked Samson To Slam A Ton In T20 World Cup. Reply Startled Him

Sanju Samson 's three consecutive half-centuries at the T20 World Cup 2026 was the inspirational story to emerge from the tournament. For long, Samson has been considered as having the talent to make it big on the biggest stage. Somehow, the consistency never arrived, and ahead of the T20 World Cup, he suffered a torrid run. He did not play in all matches in the tournament either. But once he started to fire, beginning with the Super 8 match against West Indies, there was no stopping him. India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak revealed the quiet confidence that preceded Samson's resurgent run to becoming the Player of the Tournament in India's triumphant 2026 Men's T20 World Cup campaign, recalling how the wicketkeeper-batter promised that he would contribute whenever the team needed him. "I always used to tell Sanju, 'Sanju, you don't know - sometimes in two or three days, an injury or form issue could come up, or even a combination issue may appear. So you ...

Why Hansika Motwani Got Divorced From Sohael After 4 Years Of Marriage

Actor Hansika Motwani and businessman Sohael Khaturiya have officially ended their marriage. The couple was granted a divorce by a family court in Mumbai's Bandra suburb. Hansika's lawyer, Adnan Shaikh, confirmed the development to NDTV and shared that the divorce was granted through mutual consent after both parties acknowledged that their marriage had irretrievably broken down. Couple Struggled With Frequent Disagreements According to a report by India Today , the plea submitted before the court stated that the couple had been facing regular disagreements, even over minor issues. Over time, these conflicts made it difficult for them to continue living together under the same roof. The petition also noted that both families and close friends had attempted to help the couple reconcile and encouraged them to work on their relationship. However, those efforts did not succeed in resolving their differences. Eventually, the two mutually decided to part ways and legally end th...

In Khamenei's Will, He Didn't Want Son To Be Iran's Supreme Leader: Report

Few people wanted Mojtaba Khamenei to become Iran's next supreme leader, not US President Donald Trump, and not even his own father. The late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in airstrikes on February 28th, had made clear in his will that he did not want his son to succeed him, according to a report by the New York Post . However, the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) ultimately pushed Mojtaba into the position anyway. According to experts, the elder Khamenei had serious reservations about his son's suitability for the role. "In Khamenei's will, he explicitly asked Mojtaba not to be named as successor," said Khosro Isfahani, research director at the opposition group National Union for Democracy, which has ties to Iranian intelligence networks. Read | When A Young Mojtaba Khamenei Was Witness To Father's Assault Isfahani said the late leader believed Mojtaba lacked the experience and political stature needed to run the country. ...

Gurugram Techie Reveals Rs 89,500 Monthly Expense Breakdown, Internet Reacts

The internet is filled with videos of professionals sharing details about their salaries, monthly expenses, and savings. Such posts often go viral because they offer a rare glimpse into the financial lives of working individuals. From tech employees and consultants to freelancers and entrepreneurs, many people are increasingly opening up about how much they earn and how they manage their money. These videos spark curiosity among viewers and trigger discussions about the cost of living, personal finance, and whether certain salaries are enough to sustain a comfortable life in major cities. Recently, a software engineer and digital creator garnered attention after sharing a detailed breakdown of her Rs 89,500 monthly expenses while living in Gurugram. Her monthly budget is heavily weighted toward financial future-proofing, with the majority of her income going toward investments rather than daily living costs.  The video begins with Nikkita Yadav introducing the topic and expl...

Fuel Prices Up, Salaries Cut: Energy Shock To Pakistan Amid Iran War

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday announced a sweeping austerity and energy-saving plan, saying the steps were necessary as the country confronts a global fuel crisis triggered by the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Pakistan, like several other economies, is facing fuel supply disruptions following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for global energy supplies. The disruption began after Iran retaliated against US bases in the Middle East following joint strikes by the United States and Israel, complicating oil shipments across the region. Amid tightening supplies, Pakistan increased petrol and diesel prices by 20 per cent and rolled out nationwide austerity measures aimed at cutting fuel consumption and government spending. Region "In A State Of War" In a televised address to the nation, Sharif said the wider region had been engulfed in conflict and stressed that Pakistan was working through diploma...

First-Time Father Holding Newborn Melts Hearts, Video Hits 207 Million Views

A heartwarming video of a first-time father's nervous and emotional reaction to holding his newborn has captivated millions after being shared by Dr. Suganya Saravanakumar on Instagram. The clip, filmed at Sugan Multispecialty Hospital in Chennai, shows the doctor gently guiding the trembling father as he experiences a mix of awe, fear, and joy. In the video, the father's hands are visibly shaking as he prepares to touch the infant. He appears stiff and unsure, prompting the doctor to calmly coach him on how to position his hands safely. "The strongest person has trembling hands to hold the tiny joy. Moments are lived. Memories are cherished every day, every minute, every second; the new joy joins the family," the video was captioned on Instagram. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sugan Multispecialty Hospital (@drsuganyad3vi) Shared on March 7, the video has already garnered over 207 m...