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30 Aug

Man arrested for posing as ISRO scientist who designed Chandrayaan-3 lander

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyIndia

The Surat Crime Branch on Wednesday arrested tutor Mitul Trivedi after he gave a media interview claiming that he was an ISRO scientist who designed Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander. Trivedi forged documents and a letter to further his claim. According to the police, Trivedi — who has been giving tuition classes to students of class 12 and onwards — admitted that he created the letter because he felt that if he showed such a letter to the parents of the students, he would be able to register more students for his class. In support of his claim, Trivedi produced a fake…

29 Aug

ISRO set to launch solar mission on September 2

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBusiness, India

Vikram and Pragyan, Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover, continue science on the moon, ISRO has set the launch date for its solar mission - September 2 at 11.50 am.The agency completed the integration of the Aditya-L1 spacecraft – India's first solar observation mission – with its workhorse launch vehicle, PSLV, at Sriharikota. Vikram Sarabhai Space Center Director S Unnikrishnan Nair told TOI that with this, ISRO has entered the final stages of launch preparations. “Launch vehicles and spacecraft are integrated. Now, we are conducting tests after which the PSLV will be moved to the launchpad.” The spacecraft, realized at the UR…

29 Aug

Toyota Innova to become world’s first flex-fuel car to run fully on ethanol

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsSikkim, Business, IndiaBusiness, India

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari will today launch the world's first BS-VI (Stage-II), electric flex-fuel vehicle in India to use alternative fuels like hydrogen, flex-fuel, biofuel etc. and reduce the country's dependence on traditional fuels sources. The new 100% ethanol-fueled variant of Toyota's Innova will be launched today and will run on 100 percent ethanol. The vehicle will be the world's first BS-VI (Stage-II), electrified flex-fuel vehicle. It would also produce 40 percent of the electricity, making ethanol much cheaper to use. Gadkari launched a hydrogen-powered car in 2022, the Toyota Mirai EV. The vehicle was launched as a pilot project…

28 Aug

Armaan Malik gets engaged to his ‘forever’ ladylove Ashna Shroff

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsEntertainment, IndiaEntertainment, India

Singer Armaan Malik is engaged to social media personality and fashion blogger Ashna Shroff. On Monday, he took to Instagram to share multiple photos from his proposal. "And our forever has only just begun (white heart emoji)." she wrote in her caption. Aashna shared the pictures on Instagram with a loved-up caption. The two have reportedly been dating since 2019, but have never spoken publicly about their relationship. Along with the proposed picture, Ashna wrote, "Your leap of faith has made me have all my faith in you (white heart emoji). In the first picture she posted, Armaan can be…

28 Aug

Instagram deletes fake account of Apple CEO Tim Cook

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBusiness, India

An Instagram account named after Apple CEO Tim Cook was discovered this week. Cook has been a relatively private person when it comes to social media presence. As a result, the new account received considerable attention. It's worth noting that even prominent figures in Apple's leadership have begun following the account. However, it was later found to be fake. An account with the handle @tim.d.cook was spotted by 9to5 Mac. The account's first post was made to look like an actual post from Cook It was released in commemoration of World Photography Day on August 20, featuring two captivating images…

27 Aug

At least 160 flights cancelled at Delhi airport on Sept 8-10 in light of G20 Summit

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G20 summit which is scheduled to be held on 9th and 10th of September in New Delhi has led to the cancellation of around 160 domestic flights (80 departing and 80 arriving) from and to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International airport. The airport officials confirmed that the decision was not taken due to limited parking as there are ample space to park flights but traffic restrictions are the reason behind this decision. The international flights will remain unaffected. The decision was taken in the backdrop of high traffic jam in Delhi-NCR. And it will be valid from 8th to 10th of…

26 Aug

IIT BOMBAY receives donation of 18.6 million from alumni towards establishment of Green Energy & Sustainability Research Hub

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IIT Bombay has accepted a donation of USD 18.6 million made by an alumnus. The amount was offered for the establishment of a Green Energy and Sustainability Research Hub. However, the identity of the alumuns has been keep secret as per his/her choice. The contribution will definitely help the institution to focus on the global climate crisis. The hub will be constructed within a state-of-the-art academic building on the the premises of the institute. The focus will be made on the critical areas such as evaluating climate risks,developing effective mitigation strategies, climate change adaptation, and comprehensive environmental monitoring.

25 Aug

IAF set to procure over 100 more LCA Mark-1A fighter jets

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyIndia, TECHNOLOGY

The Indian Air Force (IAF) will place an order for around 100 additional Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mark-1A fighter jets from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), senior defense officials told India Today. The decision to buy 100 more Tejas Mark-1A fighters to replace the aging fleet of MiG-21 fighter aircraft is expected to boost the domestic aerospace industry. Officials also added that proposals for the projects have been submitted to the Ministry of Defense and clearance for orders is expected in the near future. 300 Tejas Mark-1A fighter jets are going to be inducted into the Indian Air Force in…

25 Aug

IIT-Bombay gets Rs 160 crore from anonymous donor

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsIndia, EducationEDUCATION, India

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has received a donation of US$ 18.6 million from alumni to establish a green energy and sustainability research hub, the premier institute said on Thursday.IIT B, however, did not reveal the identity of the former student, saying he wanted to remain anonymous.The contribution will redefine the Institute's role in tackling the global climate crisis. The hub will be located within a state-of-the-art academic building at the IIT Bombay campus in suburban Pavai and its focus will extend to critically important areas, the institute said in a statement. Areas of focus include climate risk…

24 Aug

Amul’s ‘Moon Meetha’ Chandrayaan-3 Topical Is A Hit With Internet Users

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India becomes the first country to land on Moon's South pole region, as the spacecraft Chandrayaan-3 safely reached a destination which it started on 14th of july. Celebrating the success, Gujarat-based dairy brand Amul, has designed an innovative image depicting an Amul girl who is dressed in a red polka dotted frock and holding an Indian flag in her right hand. "Moon meetha karo," reads the image caption, referring to Indians' habit of sharing desserts on every congratulatory occasion. "For launch and dinner," Amul added in another display of wordplay. Not just this, expressing their appreciation further, the Amul team…