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Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini has achieved a remarkable feat, with two women Navy officers on board successfully crossing Point Nemo—the most remote location in the ocean. This milestone is part of Navika Sagar Parikrama II, an ambitious expedition by the Indian Navy aiming to complete a double-handed circumnavigation of the globe via the … Read more
India’s space odyssey has reached a major milestone as the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) formally began the 27-hour countdown for its historic 100th mission. The NVS-02 navigation satellite will be launched into orbit by a GSLV rocket from Sriharikota on January 29 at 6:23 AM. Being the first launch under ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan’s … Read more
A tragic stampede unfolded at the Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday morning as lakhs of devotees gathered for the sacred Mauni Amavasya ‘Amrit Snan.’ The overwhelming crowd led to a stampede, leaving at least 15 feared dead and several injured. In response to the incident, Mahant Ravindra Puri, president of the Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad, … Read more
In Maharashtra, a 40-year-old man from Solapur succumbed to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), marking the state’s first reported death due to the condition. The man, who had visited Pune, is believed to have contracted the disease there. Meanwhile, GBS cases in Pune have surged past 100, with the outbreak largely concentrated in the Sinhgad area. The … Read more
For years, fast radio bursts (FRBs) have fascinated astronomers. These brief but intense cosmic explosions, first detected in 2007, release more energy in a millisecond than the sun does in an entire year. While typically traced to distant, active galaxies, a recent discovery has reshaped our understanding of their origins. In February 2024, scientists with … Read more
A 40-year-old man from Solapur has reportedly become Maharashtra’s first suspected death due to Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). The patient, who was visiting his native village, initially experienced symptoms like cold, cough, and difficulty breathing. He was admitted to a private hospital on January 18 and placed in the ICU. Although his condition temporarily improved, his … Read more
The Mahakumbh is a profound confluence of faith, spirituality, and devotion, drawing millions to the sacred Triveni Sangam. Among its many traditions, Kalpvas holds a special significance, offering a path to spiritual purification and self-development. Rooted in ancient texts like the Mahabharata, Kalpvas is believed to bring immense merit, equivalent to intense penance over centuries. … Read more
The Padma Awards 2025 winners, who were chosen by the Ministry of Home Affairs, honor 139 people for their exceptional work in a variety of sectors. President Droupadi Murmu approved this year’s honors, which comprise 13 posthumous awardees, 10 foreigners or NRIs, and 23 women. Thirty of these have received recognition in the category of … Read more
The first Republic Day celebration of India, held on January 26, 1950, marked a momentous occasion in the country’s history as it transitioned into a Sovereign Democratic Republic. Unlike the grand parades witnessed today at Kartavya Path (formerly Rajpath), the inaugural celebration unfolded at the Irwin Amphitheatre, a 1930s-era structure later renamed the National Stadium. … Read more
In a thrilling second T20I in Chennai, India edged past England by two wickets, thanks to an unbeaten 72 off 55 balls by Tilak Varma and a composed cameo from Ravi Bishnoi. Chasing 166, India was under pressure multiple times, but Tilak’s calmness under fire ensured the team crossed the line with four balls to … Read more