On April 6, which is the auspicious day of Ram Navami, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to travel to Tamil Nadu. During his visit, he would pay respect at the Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram and inaugurate the long-awaited Pamban Bridge. The new construction, India's first vertical lift railway sea bridge, will replace the existing bridge, which was closed in 2022 owing to serious corrosion. According to sources, PM Modi is scheduled to travel to Rameswaram from Sri Lanka in April, following a bilateral visit. He is expected to visit Thailand on April 3 and 4 for
According to Numbeo's 2025 Safety Index, Andorra is the safest country in the world, with an amazing score of 84.7 out of 100. The study compared 146 countries based on a variety of safety criteria, including crime rates, personal security, and public perception. The tiny European country, tucked between France and Spain in the Pyrenees mountains, is famed for its beautiful scenery, robust economy, and almost nonexistent crime. Andorra's low crime rate, along with its growing tourism economy and long life expectancy, make it an appealing destination for those seeking protection. The countr
The inaugural Festival of Indian Cinema in Seattle began with a grand opening, honouring India's rich cinematic tradition and cultural diversity. The inaugural event featured a short documentary about the just finished Mahakumbh, as well as parts from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's podcast with Lex Fridman. The podcast focused on India's founding ideals and its central message of unity in diversity. The three-day event, organised by the Consulate General of India in Seattle in partnership with the Museum of Pop Culture, kicked off on Friday with a special proclamation. In honour of Indian
Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, chief of the US Indo-Pacific Command, just returned from a critical visit to India, where he sought to strengthen military ties and renew a fundamental defence framework between the two countries. From March 16 to 19, Paparo conducted four high-level meetings with Indian leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan. The discussions focused on strengthening the US-India strategic alliance and expanding future defence collaboration. Paparo's v
Thailand has successfully retained its status as the world's greatest orchid exporter, with shipments totalling 5.43 billion THB (160 million USD) during the last two years. This milestone was confirmed by the Thai Commerce Ministry's Department of Business Development (DBD), which highlighted the sustained global demand for Thai orchids. Thailand's decorative plant exports increased to 9.32 billion THB between 2023 and 2024, with orchids accounting for more than half of the total. This strengthens the country's position as a major player in the worldwide floral trade. Key markets for Thai
After a lengthy nine-month stay in the International Space Station, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams have returned to Earth. Originally slated for only eight days, their mission was extended due to technical concerns with Boeing's Starliner spaceship, which was deemed unsafe for their return. Their return flight took 17 hours inside a SpaceX spacecraft, which underwent a fiery re-entry before safely splashing down off the Florida coast. A recovery team lifted the capsule from the ocean, and the astronauts returned smiling alongside crew members Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gor
The UAE business jets market was valued at $44.96 million in 2023 and is expected to reach $76.36 million by 2031. The market is estimated to increase at a 6.85% CAGR between 2024 and 2031. According to DataM Intelligence, this market expansion is being driven by rising demand for private air travel among business executives, government officials, and high-net-worth individuals. The increased demand for luxury, flexibility, and faster travel options has fuelled the growth of the business aviation industry. Companies are launching strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency, sus
Jammu & Kashmir's famed Chinar trees, known for their majesty and cultural significance, now have distinct digital identities. In an innovative conservation initiative, the J&K Forest Department, in conjunction with the J&K Forest Research Institute (JKFI), has allocated Tree Aadhaar numbers to hundreds of these ancient trees. Each tree has a digital plate inscribed with a QR code, which, when scanned, provides detailed information. The effort, which will be started in 2021, intends to monitor and protect China's declining population carefully. According to official data, 28,56
The National Competitiveness Enhancement Commission of Thailand has approved China's Sunwoda Electronic's investment of more than $1 billion in the production of electric vehicle (EV) battery cells and energy storage systems. The move is intended to greatly enhance Thailand's electric vehicle supply chain and speed the country's transition to sustainable transportation. Sunwoda Automotive Energy Technology (Thailand) will locate its cutting-edge production facility in the Eastern Economic Corridor. The first phase will involve the development of a lithium-ion battery facility in Chonburi P
Madhav National Park, in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district, has been formally recognised as India's 58th Tiger Reserve. This milestone highlights India's continuous commitment to wildlife conservation and tiger habitat expansion. The park covers 354.6 square kilometres and has a diversified environment of forests, grasslands, and lakes, making it a perfect habitat for tigers and other species. Historically, Madhav National Park was a hunting field for Mughal emperors and Gwalior Maharajas. Akbar captured elephants here, and the Scindia dynasty used the area extensively for hunting expedit