Maharashtra is a fascinating state dotted with some incredible historic forts. There are forts standing proudly on hilltops, and then there are forts in Maharashtra that make you wait for the mighty sea to allow you permission to explore. This is my experience visiting one of the lesser-known gems in Alibag named Kolaba Fort which…
Screengrab from video posted by TMC NEW DELHI: Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo Mamata Banerjee on Saturday challenged leaders of the rebel faction to “directly join the BJP” and “take on me if you have the courage,” accusing the saffron party of using them to fuel dissent within the TMC ranks.“I dare the treacherous and ungrateful…
Renting a property in Maharashtra? You may come across the Pagdi system, a unique rental model that offers tenants long-term occupancy rights. The Pagdi system is a unique rental model found in Maharashtra, especially Mumbai.Under this system, while the landlord remains the owner of the land and building, the tenant enjoys strong occupancy rights after…
The proverb reminds us that friendships and relationships are built on trust, which once broken, is never quite the same. (AI-generated representative image) The words of the 16th-century poet Abdul Rahim Khan-i-Khana continue to resonate centuries after they were written. His famous doha reminds us that trust and affection are among the most delicate things…
T-90 tanks of the army on a firing range. (Image credit: Indian army) In the ongoing effort to modernise the armed forces, the defence ministry has cleared proposals worth Rs 52,000 crore. The equipment set to be procured for the armed forces will strengthen the capabilities of the forces across land, air, sea and near-space…
PM Modi unveiled development projects worth Rs 1.06 lakh crore during his Rajasthan visit. TMC leader Chandrima Bhattacharya resigned from all party posts. Centre designated 23 Pakistan-based operatives as terrorists under the UAPA. Raj Thackeray accused the BJP of “arrogance with power” and targeted CM Fadnavis. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s India debut remains the biggest talking point…
A V-Bat drone, similar to the one made by JSW group, takes off from a ship. (image credit: Sheild AI) The Indian Navy’s recent Request for Information (RFI) for Tactical Multi-Copter Surveillance Drones marks a significant step to further integrate unmanned systems into maritime security. These drones are designed to provide persistent surveillance of naval…
Cape Verde’s Sidny Lopes Cabral (13) reacts to a loss during the World Cup round of 32 football match between Argentina and Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo/Agencies) Argentina survived one of the biggest scares of the FIFA World Cup to beat Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time on Friday and book a place…
A person delays work while scrolling through a smartphone as unfinished tasks pile up, illustrating the habit of procrastination in today’s distraction-filled digital world. (AI-generated representative image) The timeless words of Sant Kabir remind us that delaying important work often costs more than we realise. His famous doha urges people to act without unnecessary postponement…
America at 250 remains the world’s pre-eminent power, but growing doubts over its leadership, alliances and credibility have raised questions about whether it can sustain the global order it created. The United States turns 250 as the most powerful nation on earth. The story of its rise was written in treaties, dollars and aircraft carriers….