Author: The World Opinion

The prevalence of cyber fraud is on the rise, with individuals becoming frequent targets for malicious activities. Fraudsters are continually finding new ways to steal people’s money, which is a growing concern. A new report warns of the rise in cybercrime, emphasizing AI’s use as a key tool for criminals. In 2024, digital fraud resulted in losses of ₹22,812 crore (USD 2.78 billion), a large portion of which was due to AI. The data is from ‘The State of AI-Powered Cyber Crime: Threat and Mitigation Report 2025,’ published jointly by GIREM (Global Initiative for Restructuring Environment and Management) and automotive…

In light of increasing violence and security concerns, the Bihar government has approved the issuance of arms licenses to elected representatives of the state’s Panchayati Raj system. The decision, spearheaded by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, aims to protect Mukhiyas, Sarpanchs, and other local leaders who have been targeted in recent attacks. The government has instructed district officials to expedite the processing of license applications and to ensure rigorous verification procedures. This proactive step follows several high-profile incidents, including the murders of a Mukhiya and a deputy Mukhiya in different districts, along with multiple instances of threats and attacks across various…

Former MLA Shailesh Pandey is the target of a death threat, with the caller demanding a ransom of 20 lakh rupees. The caller issued a chilling warning that if the money was not paid, Pandey’s daughter would be harmed. Pandey has reported the incident to the Sakri police station. The call was received on the mobile of his wife, Ritu Pandey, on Wednesday. The caller demanded to speak with Shailesh Pandey and then issued the threats. The caller threatened to kidnap the daughter of Manju Pandey, Deputy Registrar of Cooperatives. Pandey immediately informed the SSP and Sakri TI Pradeep Arya.…

The sacred Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath will commence on June 27, 2025, in Puri. The festival, a key event in the Hindu calendar, involves the procession of the deities on grand chariots. The chariots are drawn by devotees and represent ‘Sandhini Sakti’. The deities travel to the Shree Gundicha Temple, where they reside for seven days, following rituals similar to those at Shreemandira. The timing for the Rath Yatra, as per Drik Panchang, begins with Dwitiya Tithi starting on June 26 at 1:24 PM and ending on June 27 at 11:19 AM.

Former US President Donald Trump has issued a call for the “immediate” cancellation of the corruption trial against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, branding it a politically charged “witch hunt.” Trump proclaimed that the US would take action to ‘save’ Netanyahu. Trump’s post on Truth Social criticized the trial’s continuation, especially after recent Israeli military actions against Iran. He depicted Netanyahu as a “warrior” and attributed to him the supposed dismantling of Iran’s nuclear weapons program. Trump deemed the charges against Netanyahu, pertaining to bribery and fraud, as politically motivated. He characterized the trial as a protracted “horror show,” calling…

Zee5 is set to premiere ‘Bibhishon,’ a psychological thriller series helmed by Raja Chanda. The series features Soham Majumdar, Debchandrima Singha Roy, and Amit Saha in key roles. The plot revolves around Bidah Sen, a determined sub-inspector, as he investigates a bizarre murder case in Birbhum involving a headless body and missing persons. The investigation takes a toll on him. The mini-series will be available for streaming on Zee5 starting June 27, 2025.

The world of space exploration has seen numerous feats, but few are as unique as sending a smartphone into orbit. The Google Nexus One, a phone designed for everyday use, was the star of this extraordinary endeavor. In 2013, the University of Surrey (UK) conducted an experiment to investigate whether a regular smartphone could be used to control a satellite. The Nexus One was chosen for this purpose and installed in the small Strand-1 satellite. This satellite was only 30 centimeters long and was launched to an altitude of approximately 784 kilometers. The entire onboard technology consisted of the Nexus…

The 2025 southwest monsoon has intensified across India, leading to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds in many states. Weather officials have alerted both the public and local authorities, urging caution. The monsoon is expected to progress further into West UP, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan within the next day. The monsoon hasn’t fully established itself in Delhi-NCR yet. While Delhi has all the essential conditions such as clouds, humidity, and wind, there hasn’t been any rain. Today, light rain is possible in Delhi due to the influence of a western disturbance. Rainfall activity is anticipated to increase from the…

The political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir is seeing developments as Omar Abdullah offers to resign in the interest of restoring statehood. The situation has been triggered by reports, purportedly from MHA sources, that suggest dissolving the current assembly and holding new elections to pave the way for a return to full statehood status. Abdullah’s declaration emphasizes his willingness to prioritize the region’s status over his position, calling on the central government to clarify the requirements for statehood. He also stressed the importance of adhering to the full term of the existing mandate. Discussions about the region’s future are intensifying,…

The release of a statement from the Israel Atomic Energy Commission (IAEC) followed the White House’s unusual move of sharing information prematurely. This statement pertained to the damage sustained at Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility. The IAEC’s assessment indicated that the US strikes on Fordow had crippled critical infrastructure, disabling the enrichment facility. They concluded that these strikes, combined with Israeli actions against other elements of Iran’s nuclear program, had delayed Iran’s nuclear weapons development by a considerable period. Prior to the release, an Israel Defence Forces spokesperson confirmed the significant damage to the nuclear program, estimating a setback of years.…