India is rapidly advancing its deep sea exploration ambitions as the Samudrayaan mission prepares for its first manned trial dive in May 2026. The National Institute of Ocean Technology in Chennai is currently completing final integration work on the Matsya 6000 submersible, a 25 tonne vehicle designed to carry three aquanauts into the deep ocean. The upcoming dive, planned at a depth of 500 meters, is considered a critical milestone toward India’s long term goal of reaching 6,000 meters un

Earning a bachelor’s degree is no longer the only route to securing a high-paying and stable career. A recent analysis based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data identifies several occupations that offer strong earning potential without requiring a traditional four-year college degree. The findings reflect a changing labor market in which skilled trades, technical roles, and experience-based careers continue to grow in demand. Career experts note that while these jobs do not re

India marked another defining moment in its space journey as the powerful Bahubali rocket successfully blasted off carrying the heaviest satellite ever launched by the country. The Launch Vehicle Mark-3 M6 mission lifted off from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, showcasing India’s growing dominance in heavy-lift and commercial space missions. The 43.5-metre-tall LVM3 rocket, supported by two massive S200 solid boosters, took t

Democrats achieved a sweeping victory in Virginia’s state elections, capturing all three top statewide offices and expanding their majority in the House of Delegates. The results mark a decisive shift toward Democratic dominance in the commonwealth, with nearly every county moving blue and the party significantly strengthening its legislative control. The night’s outcome signals a strong voter response to national and local political dynamics and reinforces Virginia’s transformation into a

At least seven people have been confirmed dead and more than 150 injured after a powerful earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale struck northern Afghanistan on Monday. The tremor, which originated near Mazar-e-Sharif, caused significant structural damage and panic among residents, highlighting once again the country's extreme vulnerability to seismic disasters. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake occurred at a depth of 28 kilometers beneath

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today commissioned two advanced multi-mission stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, at the Eastern Naval Command. During the ceremony, he congratulated the Indian Navy for launching what he described as an "indigenous F-35 warship," drawing a comparison to America’s renowned F-35 jets, known for their stealth and speed. Singh highlighted the cutting-edge capabi

Columbus, Ohio is undergoing a major infrastructure upgrade as construction crews begin installing permeable pavers in 21 neighborhoods throughout the city. This innovative project, part of the Blueprint Columbus initiative, is aimed at tackling two persistent urban challenges: managing rainwater runoff and preventing sanitary sewer overflows. The installation of permeable pavers marks a significant shift toward green infrastructure that supports both public health and environmental sustainab

A Houston-based pediatrician is no longer employed after a controversial social media post in which she appeared to politicize the devastating Central Texas floods drew widespread criticism from the public and ultimately led to her termination. The physician, Dr. Christina Propst, was a practicing pediatrician at Blue Fish Pediatrics before her now-viral comments sparked outrage among parents, patients, and the general community. The controversy began after Dr. Propst posted a

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Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway airports are gearing up for one of the busiest Independence Day weekends on record, with airport authorities expecting more than 1.86 million travelers to pass through their terminals between July 1 and July 6. This figure marks an 11 percent increase over July 4th weekend in 2024, indicating a continued surge in domestic and international travel through the Windy City. O’Hare International Airport

Canadian rapper and model Tommy Genesis, of Indian origin, has found herself at the center of controversy following the release of her latest music video titled True Blue. The video, which features her dressed as the Hindu goddess Kali, has sparked outrage among viewers who believe it disrespects religious sentiments and misuses sacred symbols for artistic expression. Genesis, whose full name is Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj, has connections to Malayali, Tamil, and Swedish ancestry and is known for h

A suburban community near Chicago has issued a warning for parents of infants, advising them to avoid using tap water for feeding or mixing baby formula after water samples revealed nitrate levels above federally accepted standards. Recent testing showed nitrate concentrations reaching 11.9 milligrams per liter—surpassing the federal limit of 10 milligrams per liter for safe drinking water. The warning applies specifically to infants under six months of age, who are particul

Blue Origin, the aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos, marked another milestone in its journey toward commercial space tourism with the successful completion of its NS-12 mission. On Thursday, the company launched its New Shepard rocket for the twelfth time, further validating the system’s reliability and reusability. The 18-meter-tall suborbital rocket lifted off from Blue Origin’s test facility in West Texas at 12:46 p.m. Eastern Time. While no humans were aboard this particu

  A major U.S. ice cream and frozen yogurt recall has been launched by Wells Enterprises following the discovery of plastic fragments in thousands of large-format dessert tubs. The Iowa-based company—known for producing popular frozen treat brands like Blue Bunny and Halo Top—has voluntarily recalled over 17,000 batches of product distributed across 103 locations nationwide, including a facility in Rosemont, Illinois. Initiated on April 25, the recall

Renowned agricultural and aquaculture scientist Dr Subbanna Ayyappan, who had been reported missing since May 7, has been found dead in the River Cauvery near Sai Ashram in Srirangapatna, Karnataka. His body was discovered on May 10, and later confirmed by police and family. The tragic development marks the loss of a towering figure in India’s agricultural and fisheries sectors. Dr Ayyappan, aged 69, lived in Mysuru with his wife and was last seen on the morning of May 7. His

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has announced that the Indian men’s national football team will take on Thailand in an international friendly on June 4, 2025, as part of its preparation for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round. The friendly match will be played at Thammasat Stadium in Thailand and will serve as a vital build-up to India’s Group C qualification fixture against Hong Kong-China, scheduled for June 10. The Blue Tigers, currently ranked 127th

Visakhapatnam, the financial capital of Andhra Pradesh, is known not just for its commercial significance but also as a popular tourist destination. Among its many attractions, Rishikonda Beach has long been considered one of the finest, earning international recognition for its clean, well-maintained coastline.However, in a recent setback, Rishikonda Beach has lost its prestigious Blue Flag certification, a distinction it had held since 2020, awarded by the Foundation for Environmental Educa

Iceland, known for its stunning landscapes, geothermal activity, and hot springs, is home to the world-famous Blue Lagoon near Reykjavik. This man-made geothermal spa is one of Iceland’s most visited attractions, drawing travelers seeking relaxation, natural beauty, and skin-rejuvenating mineral waters.The Blue Lagoon’s milky-blue waters come from the nearby Svartsengi power plant, which supplies hot geothermal water rich in silica, minerals, and algae, known for their therapeutic

Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander is on track to achieve a historic landing on the Moon, marking a significant milestone in NASA’s lunar exploration efforts. As part of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program, Blue Ghost will play a key role in gathering scientific data to support future lunar missions under the Artemis program.The spacecraft has been steadily lowering its orbit around the Moon, performing a crucial engine burn to reduce its altitud

Blue Origin's long-awaited New Glenn rocket is preparing for its inaugural launch on Sunday, signaling a major step forward for Jeff Bezos’ space company and a potential challenge to Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Standing 30 stories tall, New Glenn represents a significant multibillion-dollar effort by Blue Origin to compete with SpaceX’s Falcon 9 and capture a share of the growing satellite constellation launch market. If successful, New Glenn will also enable the deployment of A