On the eve of Republic Day, Wing Commander Akshay Saxena of the Indian Air Force was conferred the Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) for his remarkable leadership and courage during a high-stakes mission off the Somali coast. The operation, which took place on March 16, 2024, involved rescuing 17 crew members from the MV Ruen, a merchant ship that had been seized by pirates. The pirates had previously attacked merchant vessels in the Arabian Sea and even fired at the Indian Navy’s INS Kolkata

Massive Fan Turnout at Kohli's Return to Domestic Cricket: Virat Kohli's much-anticipated return to domestic cricket after 12 years created a buzz, with the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi packed with excited fans. The free entry for spectators led to a huge turnout, with fans arriving early in the morning to witness Kohli in action. His presence has significantly revitalized the Ranji Trophy, underscoring his immense popularity and influence in Indian cricket, e

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to close the registration process for the Common University Entrance Test-Postgraduate (CUET-PG) 2025 on February 1, 2025. Candidates interested in applying for postgraduate programs across central universities and other participating institutions can complete their registrations by 11:50 PM on the given date on the official NTA website. After the registration window closes, candidates will have the opportunity to make corrections in their ap

The Waqf Amendment Bill, which has sparked significant opposition, recently saw its draft report adopted by a Joint Parliamentary Committee with a 16-11 majority vote. Opposition MPs have raised concerns about the process, accusing BJP members of ignoring their objections and rushing through the report. The Bill, which was introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in August 2024, seeks to amend the Waqf Act and bring reforms in how Waqf boards operate in Indi

FIITJEE, one of the prominent coaching institutes for IIT-JEE preparation, is facing significant backlash following the sudden closure of multiple centres in Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh. The closures have been attributed to months of unpaid salaries for teachers, leading to their resignation and a disruption in services for enrolled students. The affected students, who were preparing for both board exams and competitive entrance tests, have been left stranded without prior notice from the ins

The Louvre Museum, the world’s most-visited museum, is facing serious challenges according to its director, Laurence des Cars. In a confidential memo sent to France’s Culture Minister, Rachida Dati, des Cars highlighted several critical issues, including leaks, overcrowding, and poor-quality visitor services. She warned that many parts of the museum are in poor condition, with some spaces no longer watertight and experiencing significant temperature fluctuations that threaten the

ISRO's Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) has successfully completed the integration of the liquid propulsion system for the Crew Module of Gaganyaan, India's first human spaceflight mission. On January 21, 2025, ISRO dispatched the Crew Module to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota for further processing and integration. This uncrewed mission, known as Gaganyaan (G1), is a crucial step in ISRO's efforts to acquire human spaceflight capabilities. The Crew

Two U.S. astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who have been stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) for months, provided an update on their extended stay. Initially, they were expected to spend just eight days aboard the ISS after arriving in June via Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. However, technical issues with the Starliner’s propulsion system forced NASA to change their return plans, pushing their departure to March 2025 at the earliest. Despite the

Elon Musk recently shared his concerns about the global population decline, labeling it as humanity’s greatest threat. Musk's post on X (formerly Twitter) included a graph that displayed projected population changes for several countries, including Nigeria, the US, Indonesia, and Pakistan, between 2018 and 2100. In his post, Musk agreed with the statement “Population collapse is humanity's greatest threat,” originally shared by the Tesla Owners Silicon Vall

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow has announced the commencement of the application process for its PhD program in management for 2025. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online via the official website, iiml.ac.in, with the deadline set for February 23, 2025. Steps to Apply: Visit the official website (iiml.ac.in). Click on the 'IIM Lucknow PhD Admission 2025' link. Register on the websit

On September 8, 2024, the Israeli Air Force (IAF) declassified details of a bold and successful military operation known as "Operation Many Ways." Israeli commandos raided and destroyed a key underground missile manufacturing facility in Syria, which was allegedly funded by Iran. The facility, located near Masyaf in western Syria, was a significant part of Iran’s missile production program intended to supply precision missiles to Hezbollah in Lebanon and the Assad regime in Sy

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has postponed the release date for the GATE 2025 admit cards. Initially scheduled for January 2, the admit cards will now be available for download starting January 7, 2025. Registered candidates can access their admit cards by visiting the official GATE 2025 website, gate2025.iitr.ac.in, using their login credentials. The GATE 2025 exam is scheduled for February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, and it will be conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) mo

NASA has announced delays to its Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon. The first crewed lunar mission, Artemis 2, will now take place in April 2026, pushed back from its original launch window in September 2025. The second mission, Artemis 3, which seeks to land astronauts on the Moon for the first time in over 50 years, has been rescheduled from late 2026 to mid-2027. The delays, revealed on December 5, are attributed to technical issues discovered during the Ar

NASA's Dawn spacecraft, which orbited asteroid Vesta in 2012, captured images of enigmatic gullies on the asteroid's surface, prompting scientists to investigate their origins. A recent study published in the Planetary Science Journal explores the possibility that these gullies were formed by brief liquid flows involving briny water. Researchers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) simulated conditions similar to Vesta's surface using the Dirty Under-vacuum Simul

On Thursday, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched a new mobile application, Hamara Bihar Hamari Sadak, aimed at enabling citizens to report poor road conditions in even the remotest areas of the state. The app was introduced at the Chief Minister's official residence, with Minister for Rural Works Ashok Choudhary and Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena also present for the occasion. The initiative is intended to utilize state-of-the-art technology for better maintenan

India and China have reached a significant agreement on six points to resolve their long-standing border issues. This agreement was made during a meeting between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, marking the first Special Representative-level discussions since the 2020 border clashes. Key points of the agreement include maintaining peace at the border, cross-border tourism in Tibet, resuming Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, and boosting Nathu La border trade.

The United States imposed sanctions on four Pakistani entities on Wednesday, including the National Development Complex (NDC), a key state-owned aerospace and defense agency responsible for Pakistan's ballistic missile program. The sanctions, announced by US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller, target entities involved in the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems, specifically missiles. These sanctions freeze US property linked to the targeted co

In a dazzling celebration of beauty and talent, Caitlin Sandra Neil, a 19-year-old Chennai-born Indian American teenager, was crowned Miss India USA 2024 at the annual pageant held in New Jersey. Caitlin, who is a second-year student at the University of California, Davis, expressed her desire to leave a lasting, positive impact on her community, with a strong focus on women's empowerment and literacy. Having lived in the United States for the past 14 years, Caitlin's journe

On Friday, Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Ukraine, firing 93 missiles and nearly 200 drones, marking one of the heaviest attacks on the country’s energy sector since the invasion began nearly three years ago. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the assault as part of Russia’s ongoing strategy to terrorize millions of people and demanded a strong global response. Ukraine's air defense systems intercepted 81 missiles, including 11 cruise miss

Hansika Nasanally, a remarkable 13-year-old from Wanaparthy, India, has captured attention and admiration by winning the National All-American Miss Junior Teen title. Competing against 117 contestants from across the United States, Hansika’s dedication, talent, and grace set her apart. This title is not her first achievement; over the past two years, she has won several awards, including National Level Actress for two consecutive years and Academic Achievement Winner for her outstanding