In a move that has surprised the world, Albania has become the first country to officially appoint an artificial intelligence system as a government minister. The AI, known as Diella (meaning “sun” in Albanian), has been given responsibility for public procurement, one of the areas most vulnerable to corruption in the country. Diella is not…
Something unusual happened in Nepal – so unusual that it still feels like a surreal headline. Where political change used to be born on noisy streets full of flags and speeches, this time a digital room did the heavy lifting. After a controversial social-media ban and massive youth unrest, roughly 150,000 people gathered on a…
Open YouTube, Instagram, or even a random website, and you’ll notice one thing in common – endless ads that scream: “Invest today, double your money tomorrow!” or “Download this app and become a millionaire from home.” Some of these ads are for trading apps, some for crypto platforms, and others for online betting or gambling….
Over the past few years, India has become a magnet for artificial intelligence and data-driven innovation. Whether it’s IT companies, e-commerce giants, or healthcare startups, almost every sector is investing heavily in AI and analytics. What this means for job seekers? A wave of opportunities in fields that didn’t even exist a decade ago. Unlike…
A recent investigation by Amnesty International (Shadows of Control: Censorship and Mass Surveillance in Pakistan) has uncovered a startling truth: in Pakistan, ordinary citizens’ calls, texts, and internet activity are being systematically tracked by their own government. This is not the work of cybercriminals or hackers – it is an official surveillance system, financed by…
For decades, studying abroad has been a dream for countless Indian families. Parents often save for years – or take huge education loans – hoping that a foreign degree will secure their child’s future. But the reality is more complicated, and sometimes, far less glamorous than the brochures suggest. The Hidden Price: Debt That Lasts…
This September, the streets of Nepal filled with tens of thousands of young voices. At first glance, it seemed like they were simply fighting for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. But the social media blackout simply set off the chain reaction. Behind it was years of built-up frustration – anger over corruption, political games, and an…
From August 31 to September 1, 2025, the city of Tianjin in China hosted the 25th leaders’ summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The gathering brought together top representatives from China, Russia, India, and Central Asian nations to exchange views on matters that could shape the course of global politics in the years ahead….
A video of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar speaking sharply to a woman IPS officer during an illegal soil excavation raid in Solapur has set off a storm across political and public circles. The incident has raised bigger questions about the limits of political power and the independence of the police force. What Happened…
Every year, Ganesh Chaturthi brings joy to homes and streets, with devotees welcoming Lord Ganesha through prayers, music, and rituals. Yet, when the time for visarjan comes, the devotion often fades. Instead of a respectful farewell, many idols end up dumped in drains, stagnant ponds, or muddy corners, and people casually declare the ritual complete….