Rapido, a leading ride-sharing platform in India, has entered the prestigious unicorn club after securing $200 million in its Series E funding round. This investment, spearheaded by WestBridge Capital, values Rapido at $1.1 billion, marking a major milestone in the company’s growth journey. New Investment Propels Rapido’s Expansion Apart from WestBridge Capital, the funding round … Read more
Taslima Nasrin, the exiled Bangladeshi author and human rights activist, has often been a vocal critic of various political regimes and social issues in South Asia. Recently, she raised concerns about Bangladesh’s political shift, expressing that the country has become increasingly anti-India and anti-democracy. These sentiments reflect a growing frustration among segments of the population … Read more
Taiwan’s President, Lai Ching-te, made a provocative statement regarding China’s territorial ambitions. He suggested that if China is truly concerned with reclaiming lost territories, it should not only focus on Taiwan but also on recovering lands ceded to Russia in the 19th century. This statement sheds light on the complex dynamics between China, Taiwan, and … Read more
Turkey, a nation strategically positioned between Europe and Asia, has long played a pivotal role in global geopolitics. The recent incident involving the assault on two U.S. Marines in Izmir has once again thrust Turkey into the international spotlight, raising concerns about its diplomatic relations, especially with its NATO ally, the United States. On a … Read more
A nuclear doctrine defines a nation’s policies regarding the use of nuclear weapons, shaping global security dynamics and influencing international relations. Russia’s nuclear doctrine has recently come under significant attention as the country considers revising its policies in response to escalating tensions with the West. Russia’s Nuclear Doctrine: An Overview Russia’s current nuclear doctrine, established … Read more
The highly anticipated opening of Karachi’s Dream Bazaar Mall turned into a nightmare as chaos ensued, resulting in vandalism and looting by an unruly crowd. The mall, an ambitious project by a Pakistani expatriate, had been the talk of the town on social media, promising special discounts to draw in customers on its grand opening … Read more
Iran’s nuclear ambitions have been a topic of intense international scrutiny for decades. Recent reports suggest that the nation is closer than ever to developing a nuclear weapon, a development that could have far-reaching consequences not only for the Middle East but for global security as well. The implications of Iran reaching this critical milestone … Read more
Israeli Hostage Killings: A Nation’s Anguish and the Ongoing Conflict The tragic killing of Israeli hostages in Gaza has ignited a wave of protests across Israel, reflecting the nation’s growing frustration and grief. As the country grapples with the loss of its citizens, the call for stronger action from the government has reached a fever … Read more
The Pakistan government recently declared Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as ‘foreign land’ in the Islamabad High Court (IHC). This unprecedented statement came to light during the hearing of a high-profile abduction case involving local Kashmiri poet and journalist Ahmed Farhad Shah. The case, which has garnered significant attention, has added a new dimension to the contentious … Read more
Social media has become a battleground for influence and misinformation. Recently, a startling revelation has come to light: a network of fake social media profiles, purportedly representing the global Sikh community, has been traced back to China. These profiles, including the notable case of “Adya Singh,” were part of a coordinated effort to manipulate public … Read more