Infrastructure

The Mood of the Nation Survey conducted by the Asianet News Network provides significant insights into the shifting dynamics of the Indian electorate. The survey highlights a notable departure from traditional voting patterns, with an emphasis on development over caste dynamics and populist promises.

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has completed the construction of the 298-km Nimmu-Padam-Darcha road in Ladakh, providing crucial connectivity to the region amid the border standoff with China. This road, the third axis to Ladakh, will enhance defence preparedness and economic development in the Zanskar valley.

Following the tragic suicide bombing in Pakistan's northwest that claimed the lives of five Chinese nationals and a local driver, authorities are conducting DNA testing on the attacker's remains. The attack occurred in Shangla district, raising concerns about security for Chinese workers involved in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

A major bridge collapse in Baltimore sends shockwaves through global supply chains and economies, jeopardizing millions of tons of coal exports and highlighting vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.

Stunning aerial footages captured in the daylight on Tuesday morning unveiled the sheer magnitude of devastation inflicted upon Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in the Patapsco River, following a catastrophic collision with a towering container ship.

As the authorities scramble to assess the casualties and determine the exact cause behind the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, shipping experts weigh in on the potential reasons behind the disaster and its ramifications on maritime trade.

In the early hours of Tuesday morning, chaos unfolded as a large vessel collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, resulting in a section of the bridge collapsing and multiple vehicles plunging into the water below.

A devastating magnitude 6.9 earthquake rocks Papua New Guinea, claiming at least five lives and leaving a trail of destruction with 1,000 homes destroyed. Prime Minister James Marape's swift approval of a US$130 million emergency funding package has adhered to the urgent need for support.

Deadly aerial attacks between Russia and Ukraine have escalated, with Sunday's early morning strikes occurring following the Russian military's claim of seizing the Ukrainian village of Ivanivske west of Bakhmut.

The move follows earlier measures to curb immigration inflows and is driven by concerns over rising living costs and strained infrastructure. Immigration Minister Marc Miller aims to reduce the temporary resident population by 5% over the next three years while ensuring robust pathways to permanent residency.

Russian attacks on Ukrainian power facilities lead to widespread outages and casualties, highlighting the escalating tensions and dire humanitarian consequences of the ongoing conflict. The assaults on critical infrastructure has plunged thousands and thousands into darkness.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged as the top beneficiary, with major donors including Megha Engineering & Infrastructure and Vedanta Ltd. The Congress also received substantial contributions. Trinamool Congress and regional parties like DMK and YSRCP also featured prominently among recipients.

India has strongly rebutted China's Defence Ministry's claims regarding the territory of Arunachal Pradesh. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized the lack of evidence supporting these assertions and firmly dismissed their legitimacy.

This Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) airstrip activation involved Su-30 and Hawk fighters executing overshoots and An-32 and Dornier transport aircraft demonstrating smooth landings and take-offs

Author Shantanu Gupta has launched a new comic book titled "101 Reasons, Why I Will Vote For Modi," aimed at urging voters to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, commencing on April 19.