🖋️ *From The Desk of Abhijeet Rane* At the G7 summit, Prime Minister Modi broke the usual script of diplomatic pleasantries by directly confronting President Trump over the June 11 Amman strike that killed three Indians. Sitting beside Trump, Modi’s words carried the weight of anger and urgency: trust between nations is eroding, and the future of global partnerships depends on rebuilding it. He declared that the world is not suffering from a shortage of resources but from a

🖋️ *From The Desk of Abhijeet Rane* Since World War II, two global blocs have shaped power. The first, led by America and Western allies, dominated the world order—whoever the U.S. elevated became strong, whoever it sidelined became weak. Opposite stood Russia, China, and Central Asia, heirs of the Soviet legacy, still uniting to challenge Western dominance. In the Gulf, divisions ran deep: Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan aligned with the U.S., while Iran led its o

🖋️ *From The Desk of Abhijeet Rane* Maruti’s decision to launch an E85-powered WagonR with an ₹85,000 premium over the regular E20 version is baffling. Buyers usually pay extra for EVs or CNG cars because cheaper fuel offsets the upfront cost. But E85 flips this logic. Though ethanol-blended fuel is about ₹20 cheaper per litre, its lower energy density slashes mileage by 30–40%. That means you burn far more fuel to cover the same distance, erasing any pump-side savings and l

🖋️ From The Desk of Abhijeet Rane Dubai, once celebrated as the safest, richest, and most dazzling city, now faces mounting challenges. With a population of 5.3 million, nearly 2 million are Indians, forming a vital part of its workforce. Yet beneath the glittering skyline, cracks are emerging. Water scarcity looms as a serious threat, compounded by rising energy concerns. The city’s rapid growth, fueled by global migration and economic ambition, has stretched resources to t