India's Billionaire Boom: The Impact of Modi Era Policies and Public Sector Decline
The Forbes World Billionaires annual list for 2024 has revealed that 25 new names from India have joined the ranks of the world's wealthiest, bringing the total number of Indian billionaires to 200. This surge in wealth is seen as a product of the Narendra Modi era, which has coincided with significant economic shifts, including the COVID-19 pandemic, reverse migration, and a crisis in agriculture. Despite these challenges, the nation has witnessed a remarkable rise in billionaires, promp
India's Billionaire Boom: The Impact of Modi Era Policies and Public Sector Decline
The Forbes World Billionaires annual list for 2024 has revealed that 25 new names from India have joined the ranks of the world's wealthiest, bringing the total number of Indian billionaires to 200. This surge in wealth is seen as a product of the Narendra Modi era, which has coincided with significant economic shifts, including the COVID-19 pandemic, reverse migration, and a crisis in agriculture. Despite these challenges, the nation has witnessed a remarkable rise in billionaires, promp
Rahul Gandhi's Minimal Election Spending Revealed: Congress Reports Expenditures for Lok Sabha Elections
In line with the Election Commission's mandate requiring candidates to disclose their campaign expenditures, the Congress party has submitted detailed fiscal records for the recent Lok Sabha elections. Among the figures that have drawn attention is the amount Rahul Gandhi reportedly spent during his campaign. According to Congress's submission, Gandhi spent Rs 70 lakh each in Wayanad and Raebareli, totaling Rs 1.4 crore across these two constituencies. This figure seems surprisingly m
Rahul Gandhi's Minimal Election Spending Revealed: Congress Reports Expenditures for Lok Sabha Elections
In line with the Election Commission's mandate requiring candidates to disclose their campaign expenditures, the Congress party has submitted detailed fiscal records for the recent Lok Sabha elections. Among the figures that have drawn attention is the amount Rahul Gandhi reportedly spent during his campaign. According to Congress's submission, Gandhi spent Rs 70 lakh each in Wayanad and Raebareli, totaling Rs 1.4 crore across these two constituencies. This figure seems surprisingly m
Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy Struggles to Find New Political Strategist After YCP's 2024 Defeat"
Former Chief Minister and YCP leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is currently grappling with the aftermath of his party's significant defeat in the 2024 Assembly elections. The loss has highlighted the urgent need for a professional political strategist to help revive the party's fortunes. The once-strong YCP, which secured 151 seats in 2019, saw a dramatic fall to just 11 seats in the recent polls, underscoring the impact of the absence of strategic guidance. In 2019, political
Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy Struggles to Find New Political Strategist After YCP's 2024 Defeat"
Former Chief Minister and YCP leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is currently grappling with the aftermath of his party's significant defeat in the 2024 Assembly elections. The loss has highlighted the urgent need for a professional political strategist to help revive the party's fortunes. The once-strong YCP, which secured 151 seats in 2019, saw a dramatic fall to just 11 seats in the recent polls, underscoring the impact of the absence of strategic guidance. In 2019, political
Satish Kumar Appointed New Chairman and CEO of Indian Railway Board, Replaces Jaya Verma Sinha
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has announced the appointment of Satish Kumar as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Indian Railway Board. Kumar's appointment comes as Jaya Verma Sinha, who has served as the Chairman and CEO since September of last year, is set to transition to a new role as an administrative member of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT). Kumar will take on his new responsibilities until his superannuation and may serve on a con
Satish Kumar Appointed New Chairman and CEO of Indian Railway Board, Replaces Jaya Verma Sinha
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has announced the appointment of Satish Kumar as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Indian Railway Board. Kumar's appointment comes as Jaya Verma Sinha, who has served as the Chairman and CEO since September of last year, is set to transition to a new role as an administrative member of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT). Kumar will take on his new responsibilities until his superannuation and may serve on a con
Niroshan Dickwella Suspended by Sri Lanka Cricket Over Anti-Doping Violation
Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella has been suspended by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) following allegations of an anti-doping violation. The suspension, announced with immediate effect on Friday, relates to an incident during the recently concluded Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024, where Dickwella captained the Galle Marvels. The Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency (SLADA) conducted the test as part of SLC's ongoing efforts to uphold the integrity of cricket and ensure the sport remains
Niroshan Dickwella Suspended by Sri Lanka Cricket Over Anti-Doping Violation
Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella has been suspended by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) following allegations of an anti-doping violation. The suspension, announced with immediate effect on Friday, relates to an incident during the recently concluded Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024, where Dickwella captained the Galle Marvels. The Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency (SLADA) conducted the test as part of SLC's ongoing efforts to uphold the integrity of cricket and ensure the sport remains
Indian Entrepreneur Launches Scholarship for Sporting Excellence at Loughborough University
The Virendra Kumar Dhall Scholarship for Sporting Excellence has been introduced by Indian entrepreneur Aman Dhall at Loughborough University to honor his late father and support emerging athletes. This new initiative is a five-year program valued at GBP 12,500, designed to assist Indian students who are either competing at or aspiring to compete at the international level in sports. By
Indian Entrepreneur Launches Scholarship for Sporting Excellence at Loughborough University
The Virendra Kumar Dhall Scholarship for Sporting Excellence has been introduced by Indian entrepreneur Aman Dhall at Loughborough University to honor his late father and support emerging athletes. This new initiative is a five-year program valued at GBP 12,500, designed to assist Indian students who are either competing at or aspiring to compete at the international level in sports. By
Hockey India Retires PR Sreejesh Jersey Number 16 in Honor of His Legendary Career
Hockey India has honored PR Sreejesh, the revered goalkeeper who played a pivotal role in India's back-to-back Olympic bronze victories, by retiring his jersey number 16 at the senior level. This gesture is a testament to his extraordinary contributions and remarkable career spanning nearly two decades. The decision to retire the number 16 jersey, while allowing it to remain in circulation at the junior level, underscores Sreejesh's lasting legacy in Indian hockey. During a
Hockey India Retires PR Sreejesh Jersey Number 16 in Honor of His Legendary Career
Hockey India has honored PR Sreejesh, the revered goalkeeper who played a pivotal role in India's back-to-back Olympic bronze victories, by retiring his jersey number 16 at the senior level. This gesture is a testament to his extraordinary contributions and remarkable career spanning nearly two decades. The decision to retire the number 16 jersey, while allowing it to remain in circulation at the junior level, underscores Sreejesh's lasting legacy in Indian hockey. During a









