SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission, initiated by Jared Isaacman, successfully conducted the first privately managed spacewalk. The mission, launched on August 27 from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, involved a six-day journey with tethered spacewalks led by Isaacman and Sarah Gillis. The mission aimed to test new spacesuits and advance human spaceflight capabilities while supporting Earth-based...
Read MoreStock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, surged in trade on Monday. While BSE Sensex moved above 81,600, Nifty50 was above 24,950.
Read MoreMayawati criticized Congress over its silence on the Supreme Court’s suggestion for creamy layer provisions within the SC/ST quotas. She questioned Congress’s ability to ensure the rights of communities under quota after a caste census. The BSP chief also criticized the 1995 guesthouse incident and accused Congress of having double standards.
Read MorePakistan lost their first-ever Test match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, marking the 17th instance in Test history where a team lost after declaring their first innings. Bangladesh chased down a 30-run target with ease, achieving their first victory against Pakistan in 14 matches.
Read MoreAstronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore’s stay on the ISS was extended due to issues with their Starliner capsule. Originally scheduled for a week, their mission now extends to early 2025. They will join SpaceX’s Crew-9, performing spacewalks and scientific experiments. Nasa plans to return Williams and Wilmore to Earth using a SpaceX Crew...
Read MoreStarting September 1, consumers faced possible service disruptions from banks due to a Trai directive aimed at reducing spam. Trai instructed telecom companies to block messages with unwhitelisted URLs, APKs, or call-back numbers.
Read MoreThe Ministry of Finance has issued guidelines for regularizing irregular National Small Savings schemes accounts. Six main categories were identified, including irregular NSS accounts, PPF accounts for minors, multiple PPF accounts, NRIs’ PPF account extension, minor’s small savings schemes, and SSA opened by grandparents.
Read MoreIn a viral video, Vice President Kamala Harris was seen interacting warmly with children of her supporters, accompanied by her running mate Tim Walz. Displaying her motherly instincts, she hugged a young girl and thanked the family for their support. The video garnered significant engagement on social media, with many praising her for her...
Read MoreTo celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna himself, let’s come together and welcome him with love, joy, and unity, and send out positivity with Janmashtami celebration messages, quotes, and wishes to your dear ones.
Read MorePakistan’s road to the World Test Championship final became nearly impossible following their defeat to Bangladesh in Rawalpindi. Currently eighth on the points table with just two wins in six matches, Pakistan now need to win all their remaining eight Tests to advance. India and Australia remain the top contenders for the final.
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