Kangana Ranaut’s upcoming film ‘Emergency,’ slated for release on September 6, faces significant hurdles in Punjab. Allegations of tarnishing the image of Sikhs have resulted in a high court plea, an SGPC legal notice, and street protests. The petition calls for the deletion of objectionable scenes and an apology from the filmmakers for misrepresenting...
Read MoreBoeing’s Starliner initiative, launched in 2014 to revolutionise ISS astronaut transport, has been beset by technical issues and escalating costs. Software errors and hardware malfunctions have delayed missions and increased the budget by $1.5 billion. These challenges have raised safety concerns and extended astronauts’ stays, highlighting the need for improved project management and oversight.
Read MoreElon Musk announced SpaceX’s Starlink will offer free emergency services access on mobile phones for people in distress, even without traditional cellular coverage, subject to approvals from governments. This aligns with SpaceX and T-Mobile’s efforts to secure FCC approval for expanding direct-to-cellular satellite technology, enhancing connectivity particularly in dead zones.
Read MoreTalismanic India batter Virat Kohli has congratulated Jay Shah for his election as the new Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). On Tuesday, Shah, currently the BCCI Secretary, was elected unopposed as the new ICC chairman and replaces Greg Barclay in the role. Shah aims to expand the global reach and popularity of...
Read MoreA Pakistan-based terrorist, Farhatullah Ghori, has posted a video on Telegram calling for attacks on Indian infrastructure, highlighting rail networks in Delhi and Mumbai. Ghori’s background includes terrorist activities, particularly the 2002 Akshardham temple attack, and ISI-backed recruitment efforts.
Read MoreA 12-year-old girl in North West Delhi’s Kanjhawala area was raped on Tuesday. The perpetrator lured her by promising a Tantra ritual to help her ailing father. A case has been filed, and the accused, Mohd Sharif, has been arrested. The girl has undergone a medical examination, and further investigation is ongoing.
Read MoreFlight operations at Amritsar airport were halted for three hours due to the sighting of three drone-like objects. The disruption lasted from 10:10 pm to 12:45 am, impacting all scheduled flights. Officials are investigating, and the event has raised concerns considering the airport’s proximity to the Indo-Pak border.
Read MorePresident Droupadi Murmu issues a call to action against crimes targeting women, urging India to confront prevailing biases. In a PTI article, she highlights recent tragedies and emphasizes the need to change mindsets that consider women less capable. She advocates comprehensive reforms to ensure women’s safety and empower them.
Read MoreWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee dedicated the Trinamool Chhatra Parishad Foundation Day to a young trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. The BJP has called for a 12-hour strike to protest the police action on march participants, while TMC urged people to ignore the strike for normalcy.
Read MoreIndia inks a deal for 73,000 SiG Sauer assault rifles from the US, supplementing an earlier purchase of 72,400 rifles. This Rs 837 crore procurement will equip troops along borders with China and Pakistan. Delays in producing AK-203 rifles in India have necessitated these acquisitions, though domestic production has now commenced.
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