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ISRO's SpaDEX mission

ISRO gears up for SpaDEX launch: All you need to know

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is on the cusp of a significant achievement with its SpaDeX mission, scheduled for launch on Monday, December 30. The mission's objective is to accomplish a notable space docking feat, a challenge that has only been conquered by the US, Russia, and China to date. The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) mission will ascend aboard the PSLV-C60 rocket at exactly 10:00:15 PM from Sriharikota. Dec 30, 2024
US Embassy in India breaks record, issues 1 million visas for second consecutive year

US Embassy in India sets new record with 1 million visa issuances for second consecutive year

The US Embassy and its consulate in India have set a new record by issuing more than one million non-immigrant visas for the second consecutive year. This record number of non-immigrant visas highlights the significant demand among Indians for travel to the United States for various purposes such as tourism, business, education, medical treatment, and others. A non-immigrant visa facilitates entry into the United States for these purposes. Dec 27, 2024
Maruti 800 Architect Osamu Suzuki Leaves Behind a Legacy

Maruti 800 architect Osamu Suzuki passes away; leaves behind a legacy

Osamu Suzuki, the visionary who revolutionized India's automobile market with the introduction of the Maruti 800 has passed away at the age of 94. Suzuki who led Suzuki Motor Corp for over four decades succumbed to lymphoma on December 25 as confirmed by the company's statement. Dec 27, 2024
NASA confirms Parker Solar Probe safe after flying dangerously close to Sun

NASA's Parker Solar Probe sets record for getting dangerously close to Sun

NASA's Parker Solar Probe has etched its name in the annals of space exploration by becoming the first human-made object to venture dangerously close to the Sun. Launched in 2018, the probe's mission is to unravel the mysteries of the Sun. It has already completed 21 close approaches to the Sun, with the 21st close approach made on September 30. Dec 27, 2024
Sachin

Sachin Tendulkar honored with Melbourne Cricket Club Membership

The legendary Indian batter Sachin Tendulkar has been bestowed with the Honorary Cricket Membership of the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC). This prestigious recognition is a witness to Tendulkar's remarkable contributions to the sport which have left an indelible mark on the annals of cricket history. Dec 27, 2024
Kashmir's prodigy singer Ayaan Sajad receives Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024

Kashmiri prodigy Ayaan Sajad honored with National Award

Ayaan Sajad, a 12-year-old singer from Jammu and Kashmir, received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024. Ayaan's talent and dedication have earned him recognition and admiration, reflecting the vibrant cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir. Dec 26, 2024
Film industry mourns the demise of Shyam Benegal

Indian cinema mourns the loss of visionary filmmaker Shyam Benegal

The Indian film industry is in mourning following the demise of veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who passed away at the age of 90 in Mumbai. The news of his death has sent shockwaves through the fraternity, with many taking to social media to express their grief and pay tribute to the cinema legend. Dec 24, 2024
NCLAT approves Sapphire Media's acquisition of Big 92.7 FM

Sapphire Media Acquires Big 92.7 FM: NCLAT Approval

National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has given the green light to Sapphire Media's acquisition of Big 92.7 FM, the country's largest radio network. This decision marks a pivotal moment in the domestic media landscape, paving the way for Sapphire Media's aggressive expansion plans. Big 92.7 FM, owned by Reliance Broadcast Network Limited, boasts an impressive reach, with 58 stations spanning over 1,200 towns and more than 50,000 villages. Dec 24, 2024
Divya Kala Mela Concludes with Record-Breaking Sales

India Gate hosts successful 22nd Divya Kala mela, generates Rs 3.5 Crore revenue

The 22nd Divya Kala Mela, a grand cultural event held at India Gate, New Delhi, concluded with record-breaking sales of over Rs. 3.5 crores. The event, organized by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), was a testament to the extraordinary talents and cultural contributions of Divyangjan, persons with disabilities, on a national scale. Dec 23, 2024
Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj

Ranchi to Host National Workshop on PESA Act on Dec 24

The Department of Panchayati Raj, Government of Jharkhand, is set to organize a National Workshop on the Provisions of the Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA Act) on 24th December 2024 in Ranchi. Dec 23, 2024
NHRC

NHRC probes electrocution deaths of two TANGEDCO workers in Trichy

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has taken suo motu cognizance of a tragic incident that resulted in the death of two workers of the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco). The workers were electrocuted while repairing a high-tension overhead power line near Olaiyur Ring Road in KK Nagar, Tiruchi, Tamil Nadu on December 18, 2024. Dec 23, 2024
Parker Solar Probe makes sixth Venus flyby on way to Sun

NASA's Parker Solar Probe to Make Closest Approach to Sun on Christmas Eve

NASA's Parker Solar Probe is poised to make its record flyby of the Sun on Christmas Eve. The probe will come as close as 6.1 million kilometers from the Sun's surface, marking the first of its three final and closest approaches to the Sun. This mission has been in the making since the probe's launch in 2018. Dec 23, 2024
Australia clinch ICC Women's Championship title for third time

Australia Dominates ICC Women's Championship with Third Consecutive Win

Australia's cricket prowess was on full display as they clinched their third consecutive ICC Women's Championship title. The team's 75-run victory over New Zealand at the Basin Reserve in Wellington marked the end of a 24-match campaign that saw them amass an unassailable 39 points. Dec 23, 2024
Rohan Mirchandani oasses away

Epigamia's Co-Founder Rohan Mirchandani passes away at 42

Rohan Mirchandani, co-founder of Epigamia, passed away suddenly at Mirchandani was a visionary entrepreneur who significantly impacted the Indian FMCG sector. Despite his demise, Epigamia's leadership is determined to honor Mirchandani's vision and guide the business forward. Dec 22, 2024
UNICEF joins Bengal govt's efforts to combat juvenile diabetes

UNICEF, Bengal Govt join hands to combat Juvenile Diabetes

UNICEF has joined hands with the West Bengal Health & Family Welfare Department. The initiative aims to bring treatment and care for children suffering from non-communicable diseases, such as juvenile diabetes, to the grassroots level. Juvenile diabetes, also known as Type 1 diabetes, is a condition where a child's body destroys cells in the pancreas that produce insulin, which is essential for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. Consequently, children affected by this disease have to inject insulin multiple times a day. Dec 22, 2024
Explained: Key recommendations of 55th GST Council meet

55th GST Council meet Decisions: What You Need to Know

The 55th GST Council meeting, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, brought forth a series of key recommendations. The meeting, held in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, was attended by Union Minister of State for Finance, Pankaj Chaudhary, along with Chief Ministers of Goa, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Meghalaya, and Odisha, as well as Deputy Chief Ministers from Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Telangana. Senior officials from the Finance Ministry, including those from the Economic Affairs and Expenditure Departments, were also present. Dec 22, 2024
Kia to launch compact SUV 'Syros' in India next year

Kia's compact SUV 'Syros' to debut in India in 2025

Kia, South Korea's second-largest carmaker, is set to launch its compact SUV 'Syros' in India next year. Kia, the maker of K5 sedans and Sorento SUVs, unveiled the new model for the first time in India on Sunday.The Syros SUV will be available in two trims, one with a 1.0-liter gasoline turbocharged engine and the other with a 1.5-litre diesel engine, as per the company's press release. Dec 22, 2024
AI

Supreme Court goes multilingual: 42,500 judgments translated using AI

The Indian judiciary has taken a significant leap towards technological integration, with over 42,500 Supreme Court judgments now translated into regional languages using Artificial Intelligence (AI). As of now, 36,324 verdicts have been translated into Hindi and 42,765 judgments have been translated into 17 regional languages. These translations are now accessible on the e-SCR portal, as informed to the Parliament. Dec 20, 2024
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