Author: Sharad Natani
After a gap of over four decades since Rakesh Sharma’s historic flight in 1984, India is making a grand comeback to human space exploration with the Axiom-4 mission, a joint venture supported by ISRO and NASA. The 14-day mission will feature an international crew led by Commander Peggy Whitson, with India’s own pilot Shubhanshu Shukla aboard, alongside mission specialists Tigor Kapu (Hungary) and Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski (Poland). All participants are representing their respective national governments. India-Centric Space Experiments on Board Shukla’s role goes far beyond piloting—he will carry out seven cutting-edge space biology and nutrition experiments, five of them designed in…
When India unveiled the world’s highest railway arch bridge over the Chenab River last week, the spotlight shone brightly on the grandeur of the steel structure and its strategic importance. But hidden behind the engineering spectacle is the story of a quiet force—Dr. G Madhavi Latha, a professor from the prestigious Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, who gave 17 long and tireless years as a geotechnical consultant to make this dream a reality. At 359 meters above the Chenab riverbed, the breathtaking arch bridge stands taller than the Eiffel Tower and has quickly become a symbol of India’s technological…
After popular tourist spots like Thailand, Malaysia, and the Maldives, a hidden gem in the Pacific—Palau—has opened its doors to Indian travellers with 30-day visa-free entry. The tiny island nation, nestled in Micronesia, announced that Indian passport holders can now enjoy its turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and lush jungles without the hassle of a visa. A Paradise for Adventure Lovers Palau is a diver’s dream come true! From snorkeling in crystal-clear lagoons to swimming with harmless jellyfish in the world-famous Jellyfish Lake, the country offers some of the planet’s most untouched natural wonders. The stunning Rock Islands, picturesque beaches,…
As part of the government’s flagship initiative POSHAN Abhiyaan, the Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road, Transport & Highways, Shri Harsh Malhotra, distributed 500 nutrition kits to beneficiaries at Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalya, Krishna Nagar, Delhi. The event emphasized the government’s ongoing commitment to eradicating malnutrition and promoting holistic child and maternal health. Strengthening Nutrition for a Healthier India Addressing the gathering, Shri Harsh Malhotra underlined POSHAN Abhiyaan as the Modi Government’s dedicated effort to combat India’s malnutrition challenges, promote child growth, and ensure a healthy and productive future generation. “POSHAN Abhiyaan has sparked a national Jan Andolan, driving…
In a surprising move to engage the public in shaping its future, OYO’s founder Ritesh Agarwal has invited global suggestions for a new corporate brand name, offering a prize of Rs 3 lakh to the winning entry. The announcement was made via Agarwal’s official Instagram handle, sparking excitement across startup and tech communities. This unique crowdsourcing initiative comes as OYO’s parent firm, Oravel Stays, prepares for a major rebranding exercise ahead of its upcoming IPO. What’s the Task? The company is not renaming the consumer-facing OYO hotel chain but the corporate umbrella brand that governs its various global ventures. The…
In a major development for India’s digital future, Elon Musk’s Starlink has received official approval to launch its satellite-based internet services in the country. With this move, the world’s richest man is ready to enter the Indian telecom battlefield, taking on heavyweights like Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio and Sunil Mittal’s Airtel. This approval positions Starlink as the third player to receive a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) services license from India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT), following OneWeb and Jio Satellite Communications. What is Starlink and Why It Matters Starlink, a satellite broadband initiative by SpaceX, aims to revolutionize…