The inauguration of the Padma bridge, the longest bridge across the Padma River, by Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday was a landmark event in that country’s history. Sheikh Hasina said it was a symbol of the country’s pride, ability, and honour. The people of the country can justifiably be proud of the 6.15 km rail-road bridge that connects its south-west to
The recent 2+2 ministerial talks between India and the United States have underscored persistent divergences in their positions on global issues and niggling problems that can be expected to prevent more meaningful co-operation. As expected, the Ukraine crisis cast its long shadow over the talks. India has not sided with western countries against Russia on the Ukraine crisis.
The pristine lake at the Southern end of Lalbagh Botanical Gardens in Bengaluru is a nature lover’s delight. Popularly called the Lalbagh lake, the water body which is spread over 40 acres is home to various aquatic species and attracts a large variety of birds. It is said that the beautiful lake was one of the reasons why Hyder Ali decided to establish Lalbagh in 1760. In