Author: Sharad Natani
As climate change intensifies and India faces yet another devastating flood season, a groundbreaking innovation is stepping up to save lives. The ITUS Water Drone, developed by the Indian Rescue Academy, is revolutionizing the way emergency teams operate during floods — bringing new speed, safety, and efficiency to rescue missions across the country. With cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, Surat, and rural belts of Maharashtra and Gujarat submerged due to relentless rains, traditional rescue operations are often delayed due to blocked roads, fast-flowing waters, and dangerous conditions. But this year, rescuers have a new high-tech ally — a drone that sails…
In an extraordinary and rare medical case, doctors at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, performed a successful laparoscopic surgery that led to the removal of 8,125 gallstones from the gallbladder of a 70-year-old man. This astounding figure has left even the medical fraternity in awe and is considered one of the highest ever reported cases of gallstones removed in a single patient. The patient had been enduring severe abdominal pain, frequent fevers, and extreme fatigue for several years but never realized the extent of the condition. Despite multiple symptoms that signaled gallbladder issues, he delayed consulting specialists, allowing the situation…
In a massive tech leap, Indian Railways has launched ‘SwaRail’, an all-in-one super app designed to make train travel faster, smarter, and hassle-free for millions of passengers across the country. This revolutionary app combines the functionalities of multiple railway apps into one sleek, user-friendly platform. Developed by the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS), SwaRail is now available for Android and iOS users in multiple languages including Hindi, English, and several regional tongues. With Face ID and fingerprint login, the app offers both convenience and security at your fingertips. ALSO READ :-Atmanirbhar Innovation: Indian Scientists Create Lithium-Free Battery Future Key…
Leena Nair, a name that is redefining leadership in the global fashion industry, is the first Indian-origin woman to head iconic French luxury fashion brand Chanel as its Global CEO. Leading the brand since January 2022, she oversees a fashion empire that reported a massive USD 18.7 billion (approx. ₹1,59,947 crore) in revenue in 2024—cementing its position as the second-largest luxury brand in the world, just behind Louis Vuitton. A Journey Rooted in Humility and Determination Born in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, Leena Nair broke societal and cultural barriers early on. She was the first woman in her family to pursue higher…
In a stunning achievement that has caught the attention of the global corporate world, Vaibhav Taneja, an Indian-origin Chartered Accountant, has emerged as the highest-paid Indian-origin executive in 2024, outshining even the likes of tech heavyweights Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella. Taneja, who currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Tesla Inc., received a massive $139 million compensation package this year — a combination of stock options, performance-based incentives, and a base salary of $400,000 (approximately ₹3.2 crore). This eye-popping figure makes Taneja not only the highest-paid Indian-origin executive of the year but also one of the most…
Commuters between Delhi and Meerut are about to experience a major transportation breakthrough. India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), known as the Namo Bharat corridor, is nearing full completion and is expected to become fully operational by the end of June 2025. Once launched, the high-speed rail will reduce the travel time between Delhi’s Sarai Kale Khan and Meerut’s Modipuram to just 45 minutes, transforming the daily commute for thousands of passengers. What is the Namo Bharat Corridor? The RRTS project spans 82 kilometers, designed to provide fast, safe, and modern rail transit for the National Capital Region (NCR).…