Tag: India

State-run telecom operator BSNL has launched its indigenous 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service in Hyderabad, marking its entry into the high-speed home broadband market. Dubbed "Quantum 5G FWA," the SIM-less, fully homegrown solution is BSNL's answer to private players like Jio and Airtel. The service, launched on June 18, will expand to six more cities by September 2025, with plans starting at ₹999 for 100 Mbps and ₹1,499 for 300 Mbps.

Akshar Yoga Kendraa will mark International Yoga Day 2025 with an ambitious attempt to set 12 Guinness World Records in Yogasanas at Bengaluru’s Palace Grounds. The event will feature over 2,500 participants from more than 30 countries, including defence personnel, students, professionals, and specially-abled individuals. Dignitaries such as Shivarudra Swamiji of Belimath, former Minister Dr. C.N. Ashwath Narayan, and Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh will attend. Recognised by the Ministry of AYUSH, the organisation has already achieved nine world records.

A Supreme Court-appointed panel has recommended the removal of Justice Yashwant Varma after a large stash of cash was discovered at his official residence following a fire. The inquiry flagged his "unnatural conduct", including not visiting the scene, failing to report a supposed conspiracy to the police, and silently accepting a transfer to the Allahabad High Court. A motion for his impeachment is likely to be introduced in Parliament.

Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has urged all Indian nationals and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) using personal vehicles to leave the city and relocate to safer areas. The advisory, issued on June 17, follows reports of a potential broadening of the conflict and comes as the Indian government facilitates evacuations through the Armenia border. Emergency helpline numbers have been shared for those seeking assistance.

In the rapidly globalizing 21st century, India is taking significant steps to internationalize its vast higher education sector. With over 1,000 universities and 40,000 colleges, India aims to attract world-class foreign universities to set up campuses domestically, reduce brain drain, and provide affordable, quality education to millions. Under NEP 2020, several top-ranked global institutions are opening campuses in cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Gujarat’s GIFT City. While these developments promise global partnerships, talent retention, and economic benefits, challenges like infrastructure investment, regulatory reforms, and ensuring inclusivity for marginalized students remain crucial for long-term success.