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India Become Fourth Largest Economy: This is a big good news for India before the beginning of the new year. According to the government’s Annual Economic Review report, India has achieved the status of the world’s fourth largest economy on the basis of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), leaving behind Japan.

India becomes the fourth largest economy!

According to the government, India has now reached the fourth position globally with a GDP of $4.18 trillion, although its final confirmation will be done by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), whose official data is expected to be released in the first half of 2026. If the current pace continues, India could also become the world’s third largest economy in the next two and a half to three years, overtaking Germany with an estimated GDP of $7.3 trillion.

The government report says that India’s economy has been growing at a fast pace for the last several years and its size has almost doubled in the last decade. The country’s GDP growth rate in the second quarter of the financial year 2025-26 was 8.2 percent, which is the highest level in the last six years.

India is growing at a fast pace

Despite global trade challenges, strong domestic demand has strengthened the Indian economy. The growth rate in the first quarter of the financial year 2024-25 was 7.8 percent, while in the fourth quarter it remained at 7.4 percent.

The government said strong domestic demand, institutional reforms, balanced monetary policy and price stability have created a favorable ‘Goldilocks’ situation for the Indian economy, where there is a balance between growth and inflation. For this reason, domestic and international institutions are predicting that the Indian economy will emerge stronger in the coming years and its role on the global economic stage will become even stronger.

Whenever there is talk of the richest person in the world, usually names like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos or Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani come to the fore, but in history there has also been a woman whose wealth makes all the billionaires of today look very small. This woman was Empress Wu of China, who is considered to be the richest woman in the world till date.

According to media reports and historical studies, Empress Wu’s net worth is estimated at approximately US$16 trillion. In today’s times, this amount is much more than adding up the wealth of Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and other big industrialists. This is the reason why she is called the richest female emperor in history.

The reign of Empress Wu was associated with the Tang Dynasty

Empress Wu was from the Tang Dynasty of China and ruled for about 15 years. According to Money.com and other historical sources, she was not only the richest woman, but also considered to be the only female emperor of China. During his reign, China expanded its empire to Central Asia.

Allegations of cruelty and conspiracies for power

According to historians, Empress Wu was a very cunning and harsh ruler. Many reports have claimed that in order to remain in power, he got his own family members, even children, killed. It is said that after the king’s health deteriorated, the entire rule came into his hands and after this he crushed every voice of opposition. He is also accused of killing about 12 members of the royal family in 684 AD. He created a strong network of informers and secret police throughout the country, through which people were punished even on the slightest suspicion of rebellion.

Empress Wu is also known for helping the poor.

Although on one hand he is considered a cruel ruler, on the other hand many people also call him a well-wisher of the poor. It is believed that he launched many schemes to help the poor and made administrative reforms. For this reason, his image in history has been that of a simultaneously harsh and kind ruler.

Empress Wu was an educated and far-sighted ruler.

Empress Wu was highly educated and had a deep understanding of governance. During his period, there was tremendous growth in the trade of tea and silk, which greatly benefited the Chinese economy. Many books, films and TV series have been made on her life, including the famous TV series Empress of China.

Comparison with today’s billionaires

Today, Elon Musk’s net worth is estimated to be around $235 billion, while Jeff Bezos’s net worth is estimated to be around $150 billion. At the same time, Empress Wu’s wealth was many times more than all these put together. This is why her name will always be recorded in history as the richest woman in the world.

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Whenever there is talk of modern war in the world, not only strength or firepower but also cutting-edge technology and weapons made at a cost of billions of dollars are mentioned. In today’s era, making weapons is not just a military necessity, but has become a very expensive combination of science, engineering and strategy. There are many such weapons in the world, the common man is shocked to hear their price.

According to the report of Business Today, Trident missile is considered to be the most expensive weapon in the world. It has been developed by America’s leading defense company Lockheed Martin. Its estimated price is Rs 545 crore 81 lakh 37 thousand 300. America has developed it as part of its nuclear security strategy. This missile can be launched from submarines operating under the sea, which makes it very difficult for the enemy to predict its attack. Trident missile is called the backbone of America’s nuclear deterrence policy.

Why is the Mother of All Bombs dangerous?

Mother of all bombs, called MOAB. This is the world’s most powerful non-nuclear bomb. According to BBC report, it was first used in Afghanistan in 2017. Instead of hitting the ground, this bomb explodes in the air, causing a huge explosion in a large area. Its estimated price is 1 lakh 70 thousand dollars. Its explosive power is so high that even the strongest underground bases are destroyed. Although it is not a nuclear weapon, its power is considered to be many times more than conventional bombs.

Why is the B-2 Spirit Bomber the most expensive military aircraft?

The B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is said to be the world’s most expensive fighter aircraft. Its biggest feature is that it does not come under the radar of the enemy. This is the reason why this aircraft is capable of going deep and attacking. Each unit of B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber costs 2.1 billion dollars. It can carry both nuclear and conventional weapons and can fly thousands of kilometers without stopping.

laser guided missile

In modern warfare, accurate aiming has now become the most important thing. Laser guided missiles fulfill this need. Missiles like Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II can destroy even small targets with great precision. Its price is approximately Rs 23 lakh 21 thousand 389 per unit. The special thing about these weapons is that unnecessary damage can be reduced by attacking in a smaller area. This is the reason why modern armies are rapidly increasing their trust.

Why is Stinger missile considered a protective shield for soldiers?

Stinger missile is a missile which any soldier can fire by keeping it on his shoulder. It is designed for ground-to-air attack and is capable of shooting down helicopters or fighter planes. Its price is approximately Rs 31 lakh 50 thousand 456. This missile has proved its effectiveness in many wars and even today it is present as an important weapon with many armies of the world.

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Every year when the list of Global Fire Power Index is released, the eyes of the whole world are fixed on it. This index assesses the military strength of a country not only by the number of soldiers, but also on many parameters like quality of weapons, defense budget, technology, logistics and political capability. According to the Global Fire Power Index 2025, America is at first place. The biggest reason for this is its huge defense budget. Its annual defense budget is more than $877 billion. America has state-of-the-art weapon systems. Its military network is spread across the world. It has more than 800 military bases around the world. America’s military is not limited only to land, but also has a strong hold in sea, sky, space and cyber space. There are 13 lakh active soldiers in America’s army. America has stealth bombers (B-2, B-21), F-35 fighter planes, advanced drones.

military strength of russia

Despite economic challenges, Russia is at second place due to its nuclear power and advanced missile system. Russia has 10 lakh active soldiers. Its annual defense budget is 100 billion dollars. Russia has hypersonic missiles (Avangard, Zircon), S-400 and S-500 air defense systems. All these things help in strengthening the Russian army.

How did China’s army become a global challenge?

China’s People’s Liberation Army has become increasingly strong in the last decade. China will be in third place in 2025. China has the largest active army in the world, with 2 million active soldiers. Its annual budget is 350 billion dollars. China’s navy leads the world in terms of number of ships. Along with this, China has also made big leaps in drones, cyber warfare, missile forces and space capabilities.

Why is India’s military power considered very balanced?

India is at fourth place in the ranking of 2025. This place reflects its multidimensional military capability. India is not only one of the largest military powers in the world, but also possesses nuclear weapons and modern indigenous technology. There are a total of 14.5 lakh soldiers in the Indian Army. Its annual defense budget is 80 billion dollars. The Indian Army is known for fighting in all types of geographical conditions. Be it the heights of the Himalayas or the deserts and sea borders. Indigenous missile systems, modern fighter jets and aircraft carriers strengthen India’s military strength. Apart from this, strategic cooperation with countries like America, France, Russia and Israel further strengthens India’s position.

Why is South Korea’s army in the top 5?

South Korea is at fifth place in the list for 2025. The main reason for this is the continuous tension with North Korea, which has forced South Korea to modernize its army. South Korea has invested heavily in missile defense systems, advanced technology and high-tech weapons. Its military partnership with America also increases its strength manifold, making it counted among the strongest armies in the world.

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When old documents of negotiations between the world’s major powers become public, many hidden truths not only come in front of the whole world but sometimes they also shake people. One such revelation has now happened regarding India’s neighboring country Pakistan. The revelations have once again proved Pakistan to be a failed country and this country has been described as a big threat to the entire world.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a conversation with US President George Bush in 2001, had described Pakistan as a country without democracy. The documents now made public show that both the leaders considered Pakistan’s nuclear program and military rule as a major threat to global security.

Transcript of Putin and Bush now public
During that time, Russian President Putin had expressed serious concern about Pakistan. Let us tell you that this conversation took place with the then American President George Bush, the transcript of which has now been made public. These documents have come to the fore through the National Security Archive, which contain details of meetings and phone calls between Putin and Bush between 2001 and 2008.

‘Pakistan’s nuclear weapons are a big threat to the world’
The meeting between Vladimir Putin and George Bush took place in Slovenia on June 16, 2001. During the meeting, Putin had told Bush that there is no democracy in Pakistan. Despite this, it is a nuclear-rich country, while only military officers rule here. Pakistan’s nuclear weapons are a big threat to the world. But western countries do not criticize Pakistan. The secret conversation between the two has now been made public.

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God of toilets: Cultures of many countries around the world have given divine importance to toilets, defecation places and feces. It may sound a bit strange, but it is true. According to the English website History, some toilet deities are associated with illness, death or other misfortune, while many consider it a symbol of health, fertility and prosperity.

Today we will tell you about some ancient civilizations that have adopted these unusual deities.

God of toilets in ancient Rome

The role of the toilet god was particularly prominent in ancient Roman culture. These deities were given the task of fixing the problems related to the sewer system and defecation of the city.

cloacene goddess of the roman sewers

Cloacina was one of Rome’s most famous toilet deities, also considered the patron goddess of Rome’s vast and complex sewer system, the Cloaca Maxima.

Cloacina was entrusted with the responsibility of the city’s drainage system. She was so revered in Rome that she had a sacred place in the Roman Forum, where citizens would gather when the sewers were clogged and pray to the divine powers to fix them.

stercutius god of fertile fields

Apart from Cloacina, Stercutius was also prominent among the Roman gods, whose name is derived from the Latin word Stercus.

Sterkutius was considered highly revered among the peasant class. It was believed that along with protecting the fields, he used manure as fertilizer to maintain fertility. This deep connection with agriculture made them very important among the Romans.

crepitus god of flatulence

According to early Christian sources, the Romans also worshiped Crepitus, the god of gas. It is believed that people who were suffering from diarrhea or constipation used to invoke the deity Crepitus. However, modern historians have not found mention of any such deity in authentic Roman texts.

The Romans may have been famous for their sewer gods, but the concept of toilet gods was quite popular throughout their empire.

For example, in Japan Ususama Myo O is the god of toilets, who protects people from incidents happening in toilets.

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It is said that thousands of years ago India was the largest center of knowledge in the entire world. Students from all over the world used to come to study in universities like Nalanda-Takshashila and Vikramshila. Now the question arises whether India will ever be able to achieve that position again, then the answer lies in 2047. In fact, the way India’s education sector is progressing, the day is not far when India will once again be called Vishwa Guru. The situation will be such that people from all over the world will yearn to study in this center of knowledge. How will all this happen, let us know?

How was the pride of ancient India?

In ancient times, India was the global hub of education. Great scholars like Chanakya, Panini and Charak studied in Takshashila University (sixth century BC). Martial arts, medicine, mathematics, philosophy and Vedas were taught here. Thousands of students from Greece, China and Persia used to come to India for studies. Let us tell you that in the 5th century, Nalanda University was the largest educational center in the world. There were 10 thousand students and 2 thousand teachers here. Scholars like Chinese traveler Hiuen Tsang and Itsing have also mentioned it. Apart from this, Vikramshila and Odantpuri were also very famous. According to UNESCO reports, these centers were the world’s first international universities. Nalanda has been revived to make history a part of the present and future. Under this, a new Nalanda University has been built in Rajgir (Bihar). PM Modi says that this university will return the old glory and start a new golden era.

Fast growing education sector

The market of higher education in India is expanding rapidly. More than 4 crore students are enrolled in higher education in 2025. According to AISHE report 2024-25, the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) has reached close to 30 percent. At the same time, the target of NEP 2020 is to increase it to 50 percent by 2035. Apart from this, the number of foreign students in India is increasing. In 2025, more than 72 thousand foreign students are studying in India, who have come from 200 countries. These mainly include students from Nepal, Afghanistan, Africa and the Middle East.

India is making waves in the world rankings too

Indian universities are continuously making progress in the world rankings. India’s 54 universities are included in the QS World University Rankings 2026, which were only 11 in 2015. IIT Delhi is the top Indian university, whose global rank is 123. Whereas, IIT Bombay is at 129th position, IIT Madras is at 180th position. Apart from this, 128 institutions of India are included in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, which is second after America. IISc Bangalore, JNU and Manipal University are on top in NIRF Ranking 2025.

India will become a hub of global knowledge

According to NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subramaniam, 5 lakh foreign students will study in India by 2047. India will become a global provider of education sector. Education is a separate chapter in NITI Aayog’s ‘Developed India 2047’ vision document. By 2047, India will become a 30-40 trillion dollar economy, in which knowledge-based industries will be important. The EY-FICCI report ‘Higher Education in India: Vision 2047’ states that NEP will make India a major education hub of the world. GER will be 50%. Universities will become multidisciplinary.

These schemes will give wings to progress

• National Education Policy (NEP 2020): This is the biggest change. There are plans to increase focus on multidisciplinary education, flexible degrees and research. Facility of 4 year degree, multiple entry-exit will also be provided. FYUP (Four Year Undergraduate Programme) has been implemented in many universities by 2025. Foreign universities like Deakin (Australia), Wollongong and Southampton are opening campuses in India. Zanzibar campus of IIT Madras and Abu Dhabi campus of IIT Delhi have started.
• Study in India and Internationalization: Plans have also been made to attract foreign students. For this, a blueprint has been prepared for the arrival of 5 lakh foreign students by 2047. There are preparations for easy visas, scholarships and international offices in every university. Due to UGC rules, dual degree, joint degree and student exchange are increasing. IITs and IIMs are opening campuses abroad.
• Digital Education and EdTech: Online education is being imparted through SWAYAM, DIKSHA and National Digital University (launched in 2025). Courses are being made advanced with AI and VR. Students from far and wide are getting involved in EdTech.
• Research and Innovation: Continuous funding is being provided for research and innovation from the National Research Foundation (NRF). Top universities have been given autonomy from the Institution of Eminence (IoE). Research score is increasing in QS and THE rankings.

Why will people from all over the world come to India to study?

Education in America and Britain is very expensive, whereas education in India will be cheap and of good quality. The courses from NEP will be of global standard. Indian culture, yoga, Ayurveda and Indian knowledge system will attract foreign students. Affordable living, safe campuses will make things better. It is believed that the number of students coming from Asia-Africa will be more, but the inclination of students from western countries will also increase towards India.

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