Few years on the Earth
Hira Mokariya 
The Sahara Desert, one of the most arid and inhospitable places on Earth, has recently witnessed an extraordinary weather event: the first major flood in half a century. This rare phenomenon occurred after two days of intense rainfall in September 2024, causing unprecedented flooding in southeastern Morocco. The rain exceeded yearly averages in some areas, … Read more
The breathtaking aurora seen in Leh were triggered by a geomagnetic storm that resulted from a solar flare emitted by the Sun on October 9, 2024. On a calm night in Leh, the sky lit up with vivid shades of red, an unusual and captivating auroral display that left many observers spellbound. This remarkable event … Read more
Food prices in New Zealand have shown a steady rise, with an annual increase of 1.2% recorded in the 12 months leading to September 2024. This marks a notable uptick from the 0.4% increase observed in the previous month. The consistent growth in food prices reflects the broader trends affecting various sectors of the New … Read more
Shantanu Naidu, an exceptional millennial who shared a unique bond with the late Ratan Tata, is more than just a trusted aide to the former chairman of the Tata Group. He is a symbol of loyalty, innovation, and humanity, reflecting the values that Tata himself upheld throughout his life. Shantanu’s journey from being a young … Read more
Brigadier General Esmail Qaani, the commander of Iran’s elite Quds Force, finds himself at the center of a growing scandal that could shake the foundations of Iran’s military leadership. Esmail Qaani, who rose to prominence after taking over the Quds Force following the assassination of Qassem Soleimani in 2020, is now being accused of being … Read more
In a recent economic policy speech delivered in Detroit, Donald Trump, the US presidential candidate, once again expressed his concerns over India’s “very high tariffs.” While lauding his relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his leadership, Donald Trump asserted that India, despite its positive diplomatic relations with the US, is one of the world’s … Read more
Indian Rupee Falls to 84 Against US Dollar for the First Time Ever, The Indian rupee breached a significant milestone on October 11, 2024, when it crossed the 84 mark against the US dollar for the first time in history. This decline of 12 paise, bringing the rupee to a record low of 84.0975 per … Read more
In 2024, Forbes released its annual ‘India’s 100 Richest’ list, and it marked a significant milestone for India’s wealthiest individuals. The collective wealth of the country’s top business magnates surged past the trillion-dollar mark, reaching a staggering $1.1 trillion. This remarkable growth reflects the continued success and expansion of various industries in India, with many … Read more
The shocking revelation that one in eight girls worldwide suffers sexual assault before the age of 18 has reignited global concern about the prevalence of child sexual abuse. This statistic, drawn from a new report by UNICEF, highlights the persistent and widespread violation of children’s rights. The report, released ahead of the International Day of … Read more
Hurricane Milton made landfall on the coast of Florida as a powerful Category 3 storm, leaving a path of devastation and claiming at least 16 lives. The storm wreaked havoc on communities that were still recovering from Hurricane Helene, which had struck just two weeks earlier. With widespread flooding, powerful tornadoes, and massive power outages, … Read more