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PM introduces ‘astronaut designates’ for Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission

Modi announces names of four Indian Air Force pilots from whom the final crew will be selected




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Universe is the limit for NASA-ISRO collaboration, says Swati Mohan 

Dr Swati Mohan, the Indian-born NASA engineer, whose historic words, “touchdown confirmed”, announced to the world the successful landing of the Perseverance rover on the surface of Mars on February 18, 2021




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ISRO reaches new milestone, successfully lands Pushpak reusable launch vehicle

ISRO conducted successful RLV-LEX-02 experiment demonstrating autonomous landing capabilities from high altitudes, marking progress in space technology




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Scientists uncover Milky Way’s ancient building blocks, Shakti and Shiva

Shakti and Shiva are comprised of stars with similar chemical compositions, formed 12-13 billion years ago, and each structure has a mass about 10 million times greater than our sun




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Starburst Accelerator SARL partners with IIT Madras to establish €100 million startup hub

This collaboration aims to establish accelerator programs that enhance India’s Aviation, Space, and Defence ecosystem




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Gopi Thotakura to become 1st Indian space tourist to fly on Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin’s NS-25 mission

Gopi Thotakura was selected as one of the six crew members for the mission




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Finance Ministry notifies new FDI limits for satellite-related activities under FEMA

Finance Ministry’s new FDI limits for satellite activities, effective April 16, allow 100% FDI in the space sector with specific limits for different activities




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AstraZeneca admits rare blood clot risk with Covishield, Vaxzevria vaccines

The WHO has recognised TTS as a rare but serious adverse event linked to specific Covid-19 vaccines.




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India flight tests missile-assisted torpedo release system

The system was launched around 8.30 am from the ground mobile launcher.




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Only Indian entities can disseminate satellite data, say new IN-SPACe rules 

These are among the rules brought out today by India’s space activities regulator, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorizsation Center (IN-SPACe). These rules are to govern private sector activities in ‘space’



  • Science and Technology

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Sky is the limit for India’s space technology story

In 2023, Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya L-1 missions highlighted India’s global space prominence




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NASA will soon train Indian astronauts for joint mission to International Space Station: US Envoy Eric Garcetti

NASA to provide advanced training to Indian astronauts for joint mission to International Space Station, US envoy Eric Garcetti says




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Agnikul Cosmos makes history, launching Agnibaan rocket powered by 3-D printed semi-cryo engine

This launch, which comes after several previous attempts, marks a major achievement as the first-ever controlled flight of a semi-cryogenic liquid engine realized through additive manufacturing




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IIT Madras Alumnus Prem Watsa donates $5 million for brain research

The Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre powers an ambitious Global Project to image the human brain at the cellular level by generating unprecedented human brain data, scientific output and technology tools




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Budget 2024: National Quantum Mission tees off with ₹427-cr budgetary support

The Mission aims to seed, nurture and scale up scientific and industrial R&D and create a vibrant and innovative ecosystem in quantum technology




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IPCC members agree on outlines of upcoming two reports 

“The Panel’s decision today paves the way for the critically important next stages in our work — the nomination and selection of authors who will actually write these two reports”




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New hope for millions of diabetes patients 

Potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles to combat diabetic nephropathy uncovered




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Bharat Small Reactors being readied, modification of 220 MW reactors under way, says Atomic Energy Commission’s Grover

Modification minimal, change incremental, says RB Grover




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SpaceX delays launch of first-ever private spacewalk mission

The signature moment of the mission was to be a spacewalk by billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis




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Helium’s role in space missions: Challenges and alternatives

This story discusses the reasons why helium is used in spacecraft and rockets, how it is prone to leaks, and the potential alternatives being explored




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Cabinet clears ₹32,000 crore proposals for key space missions

Funds cover Chandrayaan-4, Venus Orbiter, space station, and next-gen launch vehicle




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ShakthiSAT mission to train 12,000 girls from 108 nations; aims satellite launch under Chandrayaan-4

Aerospace startup Space Kidz India to select one student from each of the 108 participating countries who will travel to India for hands-on training in building payloads, spacecraft prototypes




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Europa Clipper: NASA’s billion-dollar mission to explore the potential for life on Jupiter’s Moon

Embarking on a 1.8 million-mile journey from Kennedy Space Centre, the spacecraft is set to reach Jupiter in 5 1/2 years, utilising gravity assists from Mars and Earth




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What are solid-fuel missiles, and why is North Korea developing them?

Solid-fuel missiles, easier to store and faster to launch than liquid-fuel counterparts, represent a strategic leap for Pyongyang’s defence capabilities 




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Stock to buy today: Balrampur Chini Mills (₹658.70): BUY

Balrampur Chini Mills share price can rise to ₹735 and ₹750




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Mid-life check on health insurance

How to revitalise existing health insurance policies




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Stock to buy today: J.B. Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals (₹1,961.80): BUY

J.B. Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals share price can rise to ₹2,100




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Nifty Prediction today – Nov 5, 2024: Downtrend might resume, go short

Nifty futures can decline to 23,500 in the near term




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Bank Nifty Prediction today – Nov 5, 2024: Might fall off a barrier, initiate short

Bank Nifty November futures areis likely to see a decline




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Aluminium futures: Potential rally ahead

The November futures can rise to ₹255




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Post mixed Q2, India Inc may face tailwinds in second half of FY25

It needs to be seen if fortunes for the consumer segments will reverse




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Why you should home in on this premium realty player

Robust traction in the upmarket residential segment, healthy occupancies in its commercial rental business and healthy financials are positives for Oberoi Realty




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Tech Query: What is the outlook for TVS Holdings, Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals (GSFC), Ideaforge Technology and Niyogin Fintech?

We zoom in on the prospects of TVS Holdings, as also the prospects of three other stocks — Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals (GSFC), Ideaforge Technology and Niyogin Fintech




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Coming soon, a new asset class to consider

India’s securities regulator is looking to open up a fresh vehicle for investments for people in the mass affluent segment that will be different from existing mutual fund alternatives




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The right asset mix

You should reduce equity investments and increase bond investments starting five years from the end of the time horizon for a goal. You should, however, save more during this period.




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Endemic birds of the Western Ghats in art

Artist Ragavan Suresh creates scientific watercolour drawings of endemic birds of the Western Ghats, endangered animals, and orchids to draw attention towards conservation



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Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media to launch ‘Hiranyakashyap’ movie, ‘Minnal Murali’ comic and more at San Diego Comic-Con 2023

Actor-producer Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media debuts at San Diego Comic-Con 2023 by announcing the mythological film ‘Hiranyakashyap’ and comic based on the superhero film ‘Minnal Murali’ 




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Big Kannada films fail to keep the promise while fans snub small gems




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Govt to constitute high-level committee to monitor implementation of crop loan waiver, says Harish Rao

CM announced unconditional crop loan waiver twice unlike other States, he said 




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Pawan Kalyan’s ‘They call him OG’ promises to be a stylish action extravaganza

The teaser of director Sujeeth and Pawan Kalyan’s ‘They call him OG’ reveals an action entertainer set in Mumbai




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Anushka Shetty on ‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’: The simplest of stories can be tough to narrate

Actor Anushka Shetty talks about her new Telugu film ‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’, signing her first Malayalam film ‘Kathanar’ and why she felt the need to pause and reboot




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‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’ movie review: Anushka Shetty, Naveen Polishetty shoulder a simple urban romance with fun moments

Naveen Polishetty’s flair for humour and Anushka Shetty’s restrained act work but the simple, predictable ‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’ needed more emotional heft




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Zonal misclassification: Government waives ₹240 crore property tax penalty levied by BBMP

Penalty was levied for zonal misclassification while paying property tax online




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Actor Vidyullekha Raman looks forward to her upcoming films

After completing 11 years in the industry with 75 films, Vidyullekha Raman says now is the best time for actors as the spotlight is on author-backed roles




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How to pamper the body and mind in Karkidakam month

As Karkidakam month that falls in the Malayalam calendar during July-August draws to close, it’s a good time to try rejuvenation therapy 




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Ministry of Tourism promotes lesser-known tourist attractions

They include wetlands such as Sultanpur in Haryana, places of mythological significance such as Kurukshetra in Haryana, and cultural heritage sites such as Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh




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Day trips to Kashmir’s border towns, Gurez and Keran

As the army welcomes trekkers and tourists to Gurez and Keran, one can see local life play out and catch glimpses of the other side 




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Destination Maldives: tourism undeterred amid diplomatic tussles

With Manta Air launching a direct flight from Bengaluru to Dhaalu airport, and visa-free entry, it has become easier and cheaper to holiday in the Maldives. We find out how Indian travellers are responding




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Holiday bookings up this summer vacation, with some impact from upcoming Lok Sabha elections

There is an increase of 30-40% in domestic travel, and 15% in international travel bookings




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Composer Vipin Mishra rides to Zanskar Valley with friends to record nomadic music

The travel resulted in a docu-series titled Folkroad, which was screened recently at the Red Lorry Festival in Mumbai.