Author: Sharad Natani
After over 25 years of continuous operation, the International Space Station (ISS)—a symbol of global cooperation and space exploration—will meet a dramatic end in 2030, as NASA plans to crash it into the Pacific Ocean. Built at an estimated cost of $150 billion, the ISS has served as humanity’s laboratory in low Earth orbit since 1998. Now, aging hardware, rising maintenance costs, and the rise of commercial space stations have pushed NASA to chart its final descent. Why Is NASA Deorbiting the ISS? ◆Aging Infrastructure: Many of the station’s core modules are over two decades old, and maintenance in space…
In a significant move set to ease the operational burden on healthcare providers and improve the experience for patients, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has simplified the guidelines regarding geo-tagged photo uploads under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS). This update comes as a relief for both CGHS-empanelled hospitals and beneficiaries, especially elderly patients and those undergoing inpatient care. Key Update: One-Time Waiver Announced The Ministry has announced a one-time waiver on the mandatory daily geo-tagged photograph uploads for Inpatient Department (IPD) cases. This applies retrospectively—covering the period from when the earlier mandate was issued up until this…
Planning to travel home for Raksha Bandhan (August 9) or enjoy a long Independence Day weekend (August 15)? The Indian Railways has announced multiple special trains across key routes to manage the festive rush, making travel smoother for thousands. From Rajasthan’s Madar to Haryana’s Rohtak, Madhya Pradesh’s Bhopal to Rewa, and Maharashtra’s Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Kolhapur, and Goa, these trains aim to reduce crowding and ensure connectivity during the August 8–17 window. Key Highlights ■Madar–Rohtak Special (Train No. 09639/09640): 📍 Dates: August 8–10 📍 Stops: Kishangarh, Reengus, Narnaul, Rewari, etc. 📍 Daily Service ■Bhopal–Rewa Special (Train No. 01704/01703): 📍 Date:…
Dreaming of harvesting your own saffron? This luxurious spice, often called “red gold,” doesn’t have to be a farmer’s secret anymore. With the right conditions and a little patience, you can grow saffron right at home—even in a balcony or kitchen garden. Here’s a step-by-step guide for beginners: What is Saffron? Saffron is derived from the stigmas of the Crocus sativus flower, a beautiful purple bloom that grows from bulbs called corms. Each flower produces only 3 red stigmas, making saffron the most expensive spice in the world by weight. What You Need to Get Started: Saffron corms (best planted…
She failed once. She missed success by just 2.5 marks the second time. But on her third attempt, Aashna Chaudhary cracked one of India’s toughest exams—without coaching—securing AIR 116 in UPSC CSE 2022. And now, the social media-savvy IPS officer has taken charge as Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in Mathura, marking a new chapter in her inspiring journey. At just 26, Aashna represents the new face of Indian policing—intelligent, resilient, grounded, and connected with the public, both on duty and online. A Scholar with a Purpose Born on August 28, 1998, in Pilkhuwa (Hapur district, UP), Aashna’s academic credentials…
In a significant update likely to change the way we use messaging apps, WhatsApp is working on a new feature called ‘Guest Chats’, which allows users to chat without sharing their phone numbers. This move not only enhances privacy but also makes communication more flexible—especially for one-time interactions like customer support, temporary groups, or online marketplace discussions. According to a report published by WABetaInfo, the ‘Guest Chats’ feature was spotted in a beta version of WhatsApp for Android (version 2.24.14.11). The update indicates that WhatsApp might soon allow users to interact with others via temporary usernames or chat IDs rather…