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World Mourns Pope Francis

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Pope Francis, the elected leader of the Catholic Church, passed away at the age of 88, just one day after celebrating Easter. He passed away after a period of ill health at his home in Vatican City, the traditional residence and workplace of the Popes. His funeral was held on April 26 and was attended by leaders from across the world like the Indian President Droupadi Murmu, the American Donald Trump, Former American President Joe Biden, and French President Emmanuel Macron.

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What will happen now?

A new Pope will be chosen by the Catholic Church’s highest-ranking priests, known as cardinals. After the funeral of Pope Francis, the College of Cardinals (the senior most clergy of the Catholic Church) will gather from around the world at the Vatican City for a special meeting called the Conclave. The College of Cardinals will cast their votes to decide the next Pope. Four cardinals from India will be eligible to vote in the Conclave. Of the 252 cardinals, only 135 have the right to vote in the papal election. To be elected Pope, a cardinal must receive at least two-thirds of the votes, and this voting process can last for several days.

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About Pope Francis

Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina in 1936. Pope Francis was the first pope from South America and was known for caring a lot about helping poor people, promoting justice, and bringing people together. He was chosen to lead the Catholic Church in March 2013.

Did you know?

Vatican City is the world’s smallest independent country, completely surrounded by the city of Rome in Italy.

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India Freezes the Indus Waters Treaty

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The Indian Government has announced many stringent measures that it has decided to take against Pakistan because of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam,

Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025. Leaders from across the world have condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. One of the main measures taken by India is suspension of the landmark Indus Waters Treaty 1960 (“Treaty”) with Pakistan. “The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect, until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism”, said an Indian government official.

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About The Indus River System

The Indus system comprises the main river, Indus, and five left bank tributaries, i.e Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum, and Chenab. The Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej are called the Eastern Rivers, while the Chenab, Jhelum, and Indus are known as the Western Rivers. The water from these rivers is very important for both India and Pakistan. India is called the upper riparian because it is located upstream, where the rivers begin, while Pakistan is the lower riparian, downstream from India. This means India is in a position to control how much water flows down to Pakistan.

What is the Indus Treaty?

The Treaty is an official agreement that was signed in 1960 between India and Pakistan to document the understanding between the two countries on how to distribute and share the water from the Indus River and its branches. The Indus river and its branches flow through both countries, and after India and Pakistan became separate nations in 1947, there were problems about who could use the water. To solve this, the World Bank helped India and Pakistan sign the Treaty to share the waters of the cross-border rivers. This Treaty is very important because millions of people in both countries rely on these rivers for water and food.

According to the Treaty:

  • India gets control of three rivers called the Eastern Rivers (Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej) and can use all their water.
  • Pakistan gets control of the three Western Rivers (Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab), which carry most of the water.
  • India is allowed to use the Western Rivers for generating hydroelectric power and for limited agricultural purposes, but it cannot construct infrastructure that blocks or diverts the flow of water from these rivers into Pakistan

That Treaty withstood three wars between India and Pakistan – in 1965, 1971, and

1999.

What does the suspension of the treaty mean?

The suspension of the Treaty means that there is a threat to Pakistan from India that it could, if and when it chooses to, restrict the flow of water from the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab into Pakistan. The decision to suspend the Treaty is likely to have a big impact on Pakistan.

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How will this impact Pakistan?

 

The Indus River system is Pakistan’s main source of water supporting tens of millions of people. This network provides about 23% of the country’s water for farming, which is vital because agriculture supports 68% of people living in rural areas. Due to the suspension of the Treaty, there could be less water available, which would make it harder for farmers to grow food and could cause food shortages. Pakistan already has problems with managing water, like running out of groundwater and not having enough places to store water, so losing river water would make things even tougher for people living in the countryside.

 

Other Measures taken by the Indian government

 

The Indian Government has also closed off the main border crossing linking the two countries, Attari-Wagah crossing. This includes suspending the movement of people and goods. The Indian Government has also ordered expulsion of diplomats and for certain Pakistani visa holders to leave India.

Meet Vaibhav Suryavanshi: The Young Cricket Star Who Made History!

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Imagine being just 14 years old and playing in one of the biggest cricket leagues in the world — that’s exactly what Vaibhav Suryavanshi did! On April 19, 2025, Vaibhav became the youngest ever player to play in the Indian Premier League (“IPL”) after making his debut for RR against Lucknow Super Giants at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur at the age of 14 years and 23 days.  He started his innings with a BANG — he hit the very first ball he faced for a six. He scored 34 runs from 20 balls, showing everyone he’s got serious skills. Although his team lost by just 2 runs, Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s amazing debut was the real win. At just 13, he made headlines during the IPL 2025 mega auction by becoming the youngest cricketer in history to be shortlisted for an IPL auction. He was eventually signed by the Rajasthan Royals team for the IPL 2025 season.

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About Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Vaibhav Suryavanshi was born on March 27, 2011, in Tajpur village, Bihar. His cricket journey started early, when his father—a farmer—noticed Vaibhav’s love for the game at age four. To support his son’s passion, he built a small practice area in their backyard and even sold his farm in Motipur to help fund Vaibhav’s cricketing dreams. After Vaibhav turned nine, he joined a cricket academy located in the nearby town of Samastipur.

Why do you think the coach trusted Vaibhav Suryavanshi to play in such an important match, even though he was so young?

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Archery World Cup 2025: Complete List of India’s Medal Winners

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India won 4 medals at the Archery World Cup 2025 Stage 1 in Auburndale, US. With one gold, one silver and two bronze medals, India finished fourth on the medals table. Mexico came first. The Archery World Cup comprises four stages, which are held in different countries. The top eight individual archers in each category across these stages qualify for the Archery World Cup Final, where they compete for the overall title. The second stage will be held in Shanghai, China, from May 6 to 11.

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The medal winners are as follows:

  • Rishabh Yadav, Jyothi Surekha Vennam – Gold medal in compound mixed team
  • Dhiraj Bommadevara, Tarundeep Rai, Atanu Das – Silver medal in recurve men’s team
  • Rishabh Yadav, Abhishek Verma, Ojas Deotale – Bronze medal in the compound men’s team
  • Dhiraj Bommadevara – Bronze medal in men’s individual recurve

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Vaisakhi, Baisakhi And Vishu Festivals: Cultural Insights and Celebrations Around India

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Imagine a day filled with joy and the sweet smell of freshly harvested crops! That’s Vaisakhi, a vibrant festival celebrated with great enthusiasm in Punjab and other parts of India.

Vaisakhi is celebrated annually on April 13th or 14th, marking the beginning of the spring season and the harvest season for farmers. The name “Vaisakhi” comes from the month of “Vaisakh” in the Hindu calendar. In some parts of India, it is also known as “Baisakhi” (pronounced similarly) or “Vishu” (especially in Kerala). These names all signify the arrival of spring and the renewal of life. For farmers, Vaisakhi is a time of immense joy and gratitude. After months of hard work, their fields are bursting with ripe crops like wheat, mustard, and other grains. It’s a time to celebrate their hard work and thank nature for its bounty. Farmers often hold special prayers and offer thanks to the Almighty for a successful harvest.

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Vaisakhi is also a significant day in Sikh history. It was on this day in 1699 that the 10th Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, established the Khalsa Panth, a community of dedicated Sikhs. This was a momentous occasion that marked a new era in Sikh history. People celebrate Vaisakhi with vibrant processions, colorful dances like Bhangra and Gidda, and the sharing of delicious food and sweets. They visit gurdwaras (Sikh places of worship) to offer prayers and listen to the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of the Sikhs.

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Vaisakhi is a time for joy, gratitude, and community. It reminds us to appreciate the hard work of farmers, to celebrate the bounty of nature, and to cherish the spirit of unity and togetherness.

Do you know?

If you could celebrate Vaisakhi, what would you do? Would you learn a traditional Bhangra dance, try a delicious Punjabi dish, or visit a gurdwara to learn more about Sikhism?

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