ISRO's LVM3 rocket is set to launch a US-based AST SpaceMobile communication satellite in March, aiming for space-based cellular broadband services. The agency also plans the NISAR collaboration with NASA in February, enhancing India's global space presence and advancing the Gaganyaan human spaceflight program.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed that Indian Railways has created the world's most powerful hydrogen fuel-run train engine, with 1,200 horsepower. The first trial is set to occur soon in Haryana. This technology could also be used in trucks and tugboats. Vaishnaw discussed transforming Odisha into an IT hub in the next two to three years.
Hindustan Copper Limited awarded a Rs 2700 crore tender to South West Mining Limited for re-opening and expanding Rakha Copper Mine in Jharkhand. The project also includes the development of a new underground mine at Chapri and commissioning of a new concentrator plant. The mining operation is set to resume after over 20 years.
Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift relationship: The Kansas City Chief's ex Kayla Nicole has opened up about the 'exhausting' online trolling she had to face amid his and mega American popstar Taylor Swift's relationship. She has spoken about the challenges she faced following her high-profile breakup with NFL star Travis Kelce. Nicole date Kelce on and off from 2017 to 2022. However, she has been subjected to brutal
Major technology companies such as AWS, Microsoft, and Google are making significant investments in data centres to support AI and cloud computing.
The Indian Army is hosting a 'Know Your Army Mela' at Bengaluru's Manekshaw Parade Ground on January 11. The event, open to the public from 8 am to 4 pm with free entry, will feature interactive displays of Army equipment, adventure activities, cultural shows, and information booths, highlighting the lives and services of soldiers.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan issued a sincere apology for the stampede that resulted in six deaths and many injuries. He emphasized the responsibility of the TTD Board and officials, stressing the importance of avoiding VIP focus and ensuring robust crowd management.
Recent reports have eventually revealed that the significant Canadian businessman Kevin O’ Leary is eventually facing a severe brunt from his fellow country citizens. This incident actually follows the factor where he had pushed the idea of US President- elect Donald Trump of having a US- Canada merger as most of the Canadians are terming him as a ‘traitor’.
Healthcare-focused SaaS firm Innovaccer Inc. has secured $275 million in funding from investors including B Capital Group and Kaiser Permanente to enhance AI and cloud capabilities, expand customer collaboration, and improve operational efficiency. With a valuation of $3.2 billion, the company plans to scale its platform and offerings.
The government has established a committee to create a consistent mechanism for publishing export-import data amid technical glitches. This follows steep downward revisions in gold and silver imports for April-November FY25 due to calculation errors. The revisions include revised electronics imports for April to November downgraded by $2.7 billion.
Los Angeles Wildfires: The most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles’s history have unleashed devastation across the region, leaving neighborhoods in ruins and forcing thousands to evacuate.
The rupee weakened to its lifetime intraday low on Thursday to 85.932 per dollar before closing at 85.848/$1, little changed from the previous day.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) reported disappointing performance on the revenue and profit fronts for the third quarter amid rising employee attrition rate.
Warren Buffett's investments are indeed becoming a model for investors who have been putting their money into the stock market for the past couple of years. Buffett's assessments about stock performance in the recent years has been bang-on, and backed by the bull run at Wall Street, that has helped him increase his returns by a whopping percentage.
India's commerce ministry's arm DGCIS revised import data for gold, silver, and electronics from April to November 2024. The revisions showed significant drops in reported imports. GTRI highlighted the importance of accurate trade documentation. Ensuring more accurate and timely data collection will improve trade policy, revenue calculations, and economic planning and avoid future corrections.
Afghanistan assured New Delhi it poses no threat and aims to enhance diplomatic relations, ease visa regimes, and strengthen political and economic ties. Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister discussed these goals with the Indian Foreign Secretary in Dubai, appreciating India's interest in combating terrorism and promoting trade.
Donald Trump is set to take charge as the US President on Inauguration day on January 20.
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has extended the deadline for insolvency professionals to submit electronic forms for liquidation cases. The new deadline is now March 31, 2025. This extension follows representations from professionals citing technical issues. Previously, the deadline was extended from September 30 to December 31, 2024.
In a pretty recent development it has been known that Steve Bannon is actually on fire and is not letting the MAGA debate fade off anyhow. Recent reports are claiming that Steve Bannon is now attacking the House Speaker Mike Johnson following his attack on Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
The hosts of Pod Save America criticise President Biden's Presidential Medal of Freedom choices, questioning his exclusion of Barack Obama and mocking perceived favouritism in recipient selection, highlighting potential flaws in the medal's significance.
Expenses of the parent company of hotel chain Treebo Hotels rose at the same pace as revenue. While employee benefit costs rose by 7.2% to Rs 59.1 crore, advertisement costs surged 70% to Rs 17.2 crore and agent commissions increased to Rs 43.4 crore from Rs 29.4 crore in FY23.
The Supreme Court criticized home buyers of Amrapali projects managed by NBCC for not taking possession of flats, threatening to cancel bookings. It directed authorities to approve additional construction and environmental clearances swiftly. Despite NBCC completing 20,000 flats, only 7,000 buyers have taken possession. Outstanding funds and unclaimed flats remain concerns.
At a time when rumours of a rift in Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's marriage are doing rounds on social media, the Duke of Sussex has made a big admission. Prince Harry, who intends to reconcile with the royal family this year, has admitted that his current life with the Duchess of Sussex is not what he imagined. Meghan and Harry met in 2016 and got married in 2018. In 2020, Meghan and Harry announced to step back as senior working royals.
