News

In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the global defense community, unconfirmed reports suggest that a Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II—the world’s most advanced stealth fighter—may have been intercepted or downed during a high-stakes reconnaissance mission over Iranian airspace. While the Pentagon has yet to officially confirm the loss of the airframe, leaked intelligence and local footage indicate that the "invisible" jet may have fallen victim to an ingeniously simple, low-tech countermeasure that exploited the very technology designed to make it invincible. Military analysts are calling this a classic case of a "high-tech solution backfiring against a low-tech problem," as Iran appears to have utilized a decentralized network of passive acoustic sensors and VHF-r...

As global energy supply chains buckle under the weight of West Asia’s escalating conflicts, millions of Indian households find themselves caught in a tightening LPG squeeze. While the government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to prioritize domestic fuel, a persistent question lingers: Why can’t Piped Natural Gas (PNG) simply step in to fill the void? Despite the promise of "uninterrupted supply," the transition from cylinders to pipelines is currently more of a pipe dream than a quick fix for the nation's 33 crore gas connections. The primary hurdle is a massive infrastructure deficit. Unlike LPG, which is highly portable and can be delivered via truck to the remotest corners of the country, PNG requires a sprawling, permanent network of underground pipelines. Currently, thi...

Twenty-five youth representatives from Meghalaya are set to participate in the Viksit Bharat Young Leader Dialogue 2026, part of the 29th National Youth Festival, occurring at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from January 9 to 12, 2026. These participants were selected from nearly 50 lakh entries, highlighting the state's talent and leadership potential. A significant moment will occur on January 11, 2026, when they will engage with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a vital step in their leadership journey. D.D. Shira, Director of Sports and Youth Affairs in Meghalaya, emphasized that Viksit Bharat addresses themes like Youth and Democracy, Governance in a Developed India, and Women-led Democracy, while detailing the event's itinerary. Additionally, Meghalaya proudly features two innovator...