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Friday, April 24, 2026
TopicSiddhvari Banyan Tree

Topic: Siddhvari Banyan Tree

World’s oldest carbon-dated banyan tree in UP has a structural problem. But faith guards it

Priest Ashokanand wakes up every day at 4:30 am to clean and water the tree. This is followed by the morning prayers in a small temple placed right under the grove.

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Israel-US-Iran war could go many ways for India. The dust needs to settle first

In many respects the war has reinforced the partnership between Israel and UAE. And for India, the relationship with the UAE carries far greater strategic weight than any connection with Iran.

Haryana’s new industrial policy in the works, but industry says old problems remain unsolved

Increase in employment subsidy, Rs 500 crore for estate revamp, new townships in pipeline—but land cost, power breakdowns and inspector raj top among key worries for industry leaders.

Military pushes for private participation in space, more Indian satellites. ‘Can’t rely on single entity’ 

CDS Anil Chauhan says future space capability will not be built by government agencies alone. ‘It will be co-developed with industry, start-ups, and technology innovators’.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.