Author: Deshwale Editorial Desk

In a shocking revelation from Assam, Nupur Bora, an Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer, was arrested after authorities discovered assets vastly disproportionate to her declared sources of income. The Chief Minister’s Special Vigilance Cell conducted coordinated raids at her residences in Guwahati and Barpeta. During the operation, officials recovered over ₹92 lakh in cash, along with gold ornaments valued at nearly ₹1 crore, highlighting a massive case of unexplained wealth accumulation among a public servant. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma publicly stated that Bora had amassed wealth approximately 400 times greater than her known official income. This extraordinary discrepancy has…

Mumbai’s monorail system, which has long faced frequent breakdowns and reliability issues, is now heading for a complete technological overhaul. Beginning September 20, 2025, services will be halted to make way for major upgrades that aim to transform the city’s much-criticised transit line into a safer, more reliable, and future-ready system. Smarter Signalling with CBTC The biggest change will be the installation of Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) technology. Unlike traditional fixed-block signalling, CBTC uses continuous wireless communication between trains and control systems. This allows trains to run closer together, improves punctuality, and enhances safety. The CBTC system being deployed has…

India’s approach to cross-border terrorism is evolving. Traditionally, India responded defensively when attacks occurred, focusing on internal security and retaliation through selective strikes. However, recent events, especially Operation Sindoor, have shown a clear shift towards an offensive doctrine. This new approach signals that India will proactively target terrorist infrastructure, even across borders, to prevent attacks on its soil. Experts view this as a decisive step in India’s counter-terrorism strategy, combining military precision, intelligence, and strategic deterrence. What was Operation Sindoor? Operation Sindoor was carried out in May 2025 in response to escalating terror activities by groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). The…

Narendra Modi turned 75 this year, and his birthday felt more like a national festival than a private occasion. Wishes came from world leaders including Donald Trump, Anthony Albanese, and Christopher Luxon, who praised India’s growing role in global affairs. For many, these messages were more than greetings — they were recognition of how Modi’s leadership has placed India at the centre of international conversations. While Modi himself treats his birthday as a day of work and reflection, the global attention underlined how closely his personal milestones are tied to India’s rising influence on the world stage. A birthday beyond…

~Nationwide roll out to major airports within a month, paving the way for global travel retail expansion~ Bengaluru, 16th September 2025: ABD Maestro Pvt.Ltd., the super-premium and luxury spirits subsidiary of Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), announced the debut of its portfolio at the Duty-Free Travel Retail at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. Bengaluru as the first, with plans to follow in Delhi International Airport and Mumbai in quick succession, this milestone marks ABD Maestro’s entry into the country’s Airport Duty Free Travel Retail business. The expansion underscores the company’s confidence and ambition to place its super premium and luxury…

China’s new Chongqing East Railway Station is a marvel of modern engineering. With a construction area of 1.22 million square metres, it sprawls across an area equal to about 170 football fields. Built in just 38 months from the moment the blueprints were drawn up in May 2022, it stands today as the largest high-speed rail station in western China. It has 15 platforms and 29 tracks, and the building rises eight storeys high. One of the features that make this station especially futuristic is its roof. It covers around 120,000 square metres and weighs about 16,500 tonnes. In scorching…

Mumbai’s eastern suburbs are set for a big change with Metro Line 2B Phase 1 nearing readiness. The Mandale–Diamond Garden corridor promises faster travel, better connections, and fresh opportunities in real estate. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has confirmed that all required rectifications are complete. The Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) has inspected the line, and once certified, operations are expected to begin by December 2025. This first stretch covers 5.39 km with five stations between Mandale and Diamond Garden. It forms part of the DN Nagar–Mandale Metro, a key east-west link that aims to ease congestion…

Supreme court halts waqf act clauses amid fiery debates A heated Parliament debate turns into a Supreme Court showdown. That’s the drama unfolding with India’s Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025. The court just put key clauses on ice, like one demanding five years of Islamic practice to create a Waqf, and another letting collectors decide property status. Why? They worry it blurs lines between government and faith. Opposition voices, led by Congress and Asaduddin Owaisi, had flagged these early on. They called them unfair, discriminatory, and a jab at judicial power. Imagine telling someone their donation is not valid because of…

Is the US corn attack linked to India’s ethanol rush? You have probably heard the noise around US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick taking a swipe at India for not buying American corn. He pointed out that India has a massive population but zero appetite for US maize. What’s behind this? It links straight to India’s big push on ethanol fuel. The country wants to cut its oil imports and go greener. But in doing so, it has flipped from exporting corn to importing it. Now, the US sees an opening to sell its surplus. Trouble is, tariffs and rules on…

Taxpayers in India got a surprise breather this week. The deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the assessment year 2025-26 was supposed to close on 15 September. But late in the evening, the government decided to give everyone one more day. That makes today, 16 September, the absolute last chance for filing returns without penalty. Why the Date Was Extended The move came after thousands of people complained of problems with the online portal. In the final stretch before the deadline, the income tax site slowed down as lakhs tried to log in at once. For many, it…