Palak Chawla
From paper to ports: IMEC Corridor faces reality test
May 10, 2025
On September 11, 2023, during the G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi, the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) was unveiled as a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing economic integration and connectivity between Asia, the Middle East and Europe. Spearhead...
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Sip, savour and wander: Discovering India through its coffee trails
May 8, 2025
Imagine sipping a hot cup of freshly brewed coffee while sitting in a cottage in the very plantation where the coffee bean was harvested, in the midst of green hills and misty forests. While tea-tourism has been popular in India for a long while, increasingly coffee estates, too,...
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Historic dog shows: From Westminster to Pet Fed India
May 8, 2025
#OnThisDay: On May 8, 1877 one of the oldest and most prestigious dog shows in the world was held in New York City. #MIG
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World Athletics Day: Indian athletes battle poor infrastructure and funding woes
May 7, 2025
#OnThisDay: On May 7, World Athletics Day is observed aiming to promote sports, particularly athletics, among youth and in educational institutions. #MIG
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Rudrakund: Uttarakhand’s untouched gem for spiritual and nature lovers
May 4, 2025
Nestled at an altitude of approximately 3,600 m in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, hidden away in the Garhwal Himalayas lies Rudrakund, one of the five revered Panch Kedar shrines dedicated to Shiva, a Hindu deity. The temple, accessible only by a 20 km trek from the village...
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Increasing threat of heatwaves on Indian economy
May 2, 2025
India has witnessed a significant increase in the frequency and intensity of heatwaves in recent years. In 2024, the country experienced its hottest June on record, with temperatures soaring above 45°C in several regions. In 2025, many parts of India, including Delhi, Rajkot in ...
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On the Fast Track: The evolution of Amtrak
May 1, 2025
#OnThisDay: On May 1, 1971, Amtrak was established by United States government to preserve intercity passenger rail services, which were becoming unsustainable for private companies due to rising costs and declining ridership. #MIG
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Deadly Collapses: World’s Deadliest Structural Failures
April 24, 2025
#OnThisDay: On April 24, 2013, Rana Plaza building in Savar, Bangladesh, collapsed, killing 1,134 people and injuring over 2,500 others. #MIG
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First Malaria Vaccine Launched
April 23, 2025
#OnThisDay: On April 23, 2019, world’s first Malaria Vaccine programme was launched in Malawi in Africa by World Health Organisation (WHO). #MIG
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Indian students face fading American dream
April 22, 2025
Since Donald Trump assumed office for his second term as President of the United States on January 20, the headlines have been filled with news of his administration’s bold policy shifts, ranging from new tariffs and cutting funding to established universities, to tightening vi...
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Traditional jewellery: A dazzling tapestry of Indian cultures
April 19, 2025
India, a land of cultural richness and timeless heritage, boasts an equally vibrant tradition of jewellery-making. Every state and region contributes its own style and craftsmanship to the country’s treasure trove of ornaments. As modern designs evolve, these age-old traditiona...
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World Haemophilia Day: Better Diagnosis and Care Needed
April 17, 2025
#OnThisDay: On April 17, 1989, World Federation of Haemophilia (WFH) observed first World Haemophilia Day to honour Frank Schnabel’s birthday, founder of WFH. #MIG
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