New Delhi, July 21 (IANS) India’s first privately developed orbital rocket Vikram‑1 reaching orbit marks a structural shift in India’s space sector from a state monopoly to a “multi-actor space ecosystem”, a new report has said. On July 18, 2026, Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, and placed its…
Your personal life may stir some impatience with the Moon in Aries. Mercury goes into Cancer; communication with partners and clients increases. Practical matters can become emotional ones if both sides speak before they understand each other. What to Do Today One domestic issue that needs a clear-cut decision. This could be repairs, housing, household…
7 skills students need to prepare for jobs in an AI-driven economy International Youth Day is being observed on August 12, 2026, under the global theme “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations”. The United Nations is highlighting the shared aspirations of young people, including quality education, decent work, meaningful participation, opportunity and a sustainable future.The theme also…
Chennai-Bengaluru Expressway under construction near Chennai Chennai: India’s third bullet train project from Chennai to Bengaluru has taken baby steps, with Centre floating tenders for pre-construction activity for the 306.2km corridor.The tender has directed the contractor to work on an updated alignment of the project, which currently has eight stations, including three in Tamil Nadu…
Lamba had been appointed as the inquiry officer in a judicially directed inquiry into her allegations of police excesses. NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court on Tuesday observed that the right to protest does not include the right to damage the “seat of sovereignty” and said the image of a police officer cannot be “tarnished”…
Ahmedabad: Expired food items and mouldy vegetables prompted the civic body to seal the canteen at St Xavier’s Loyola Hall in Naranpura on Tuesday. Officials said the canteen workers were not wearing caps, aprons or gloves, while dirt was found inside a refrigerator.According to an AMC official, the canteen also lacked a valid FSSAI licence…
Mumbai: After a brief lull in rainfall on the weekend, the IMD has issued a yellow alert for the entire Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), including Mumbai, Thane, Palghar and Raigad, from June 28 to July 2, warning of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, light to moderate rainfall and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph at isolated places….
Hariyali Teej is one of thew most prominent festivals of Hindus. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor by married Hindu women. Hariyali Teej is mainly observed in North India and holds a great religious significance for Hindus. Hariyali Teej is celebrated on the third day or tritiya tithi of Shukla Paksha in…
Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer ‘Peddi’ directed by Buchi Babu Sana, was a blockbuster after its theatrical release on June 4. As the film completes its run on the big screens, its streaming platform has announced it will be releasing on the digital space soon. ‘Peddi’ OTT release date ‘Peddi’ will begin streaming on…
Panaji: With no strong systems prevailing in nearby regions, the state received light rainfall in the last 24 hours, as the mercury rose by 3°C above normal to 32.4°C on the weekend. On Friday, it had soared 4°C above normal to 33.4 °C.While the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Panaji, has forecast light to moderate rainfall…
