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ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 Mission Awarded the Prestigious John L. “Jack” Swigert, Jr. Award

ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 Mission Awarded the Prestigious John L. “Jack” Swigert, Jr. Award

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)’s Chandrayaan-3 mission team has been awarded the 2024 John L. Jack Swigert, Jr. Award for Space Exploration by the US-based Space Foundation. This prestigious award is given to recognize the remarkable achievements of a space agency, company, or consortium in the realm of space exploration and discovery. Chandrayaan-3 Mission: India’s Remarkable Lunar Feat The […]

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TASL Launches India’s First Privately-Built Sub-Metre Resolution Surveillance Satellite

TASL Launches India’s First Privately-Built Sub-Metre Resolution Surveillance Satellite

Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL), in collaboration with Satellogic, has successfully launched India’s inaugural private sector-built sub-metre resolution earth observation satellite, TSAT-1A. This significant milestone marks a new era in India’s space endeavors, offering enhanced surveillance capabilities to the country. Collaboration and Launch Details The collaboration between TASL and Satellogic resulted in the successful launch of TSAT-1A from

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Centre Appoints Manoj Panda as New Finance Commission Member

Centre Appoints Manoj Panda as New Finance Commission Member

The appointment of Manoj Panda fills a vacancy in the Sixteenth Finance Commission, allowing it to commence its duties. Panda, an esteemed economist and former director of the Institute of Economic Growth, joins as a full-time member. Appointment Details Manoj Panda, renowned economist and former director of the Institute of Economic Growth, has been appointed as a full-time

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Enhancing Air Defence Capabilities: Indian Army Inducts Akashteer System

Enhancing Air Defence Capabilities: Indian Army Inducts Akashteer System

The Indian Army has commenced the induction of the indigenous Akashteer system, marking a significant advancement in its air defence capabilities. This automated air defence control and reporting system, developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), aims to integrate the army’s air defence units for enhanced operational efficiency. Key Features of Akashteer System Akashteer enables seamless integration of radar and

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Bindyarani Devi Wins Bronze, Mirabai Chanu Qualifies for Paris Olympics 2024 at IWF World Cup

Bindyarani Devi Wins Bronze, Mirabai Chanu Qualifies for Paris Olympics 2024 at IWF World Cup

The IWF World Cup 2024 was held in Phuket, Thailand from March 31 to April 11, 2024. The event was organized by the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF), the world governing body for men’s and women’s weightlifting. Bindyarani Devi Wins Bronze 25-year-old Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi competed in the women’s 55kg category and won a bronze medal. She lifted a total

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DRDO successfully conducted a flight test of the new generation ballistic missile called ‘Agni-Prime

DRDO successfully conducted a flight test of the new generation ballistic missile called ‘Agni-Prime

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and India’s Strategic Forces Command (SFC) have successfully conducted a flight test of the new generation ballistic missile called ‘Agni-Prime’. The test occurred at Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off Odisha’s coast. The data was captured by several range sensors placed at different locations, including two downrange ships

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Bundelkhand Wheat Variety Gets GI Tag

Bundelkhand Wheat Variety Gets GI Tag

In a significant milestone for agricultural recognition, the indigenous wheat variety from the Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh, locally known as Kathiya Gehu, has been granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This is the first farm produce from Uttar Pradesh to receive this honor. Uttar Pradesh Leads in GI Tags Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a leader in acquiring GI tags,

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