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50 Years of Aryabhata Satellite: A Milestone in India’s Space Odyssey

Aryabhata, launched on April 19, 1975, was India’s first indigenously developed satellite, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s space journey.Developed by ISRO with a team of just 25 engineers, it was launched aboard the Soviet Kosmos-3M rocket from Kapustin Yar, Russia, due to India’s lack of indigenous launch capabilities.Named after the 5th-century mathematician and […]

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Oscar Piastri Wins 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri clinched his third win of the 2025 season at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix held on April 20, 2025, at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, overtaking Max Verstappen in the Drivers’ Championship standings.Piastri, driving for McLaren, capitalized on a 5-second penalty for Verstappen, finishing with a time of 1:21:06.758. Verstappen and Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)

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Priyanka Chopra, Ang Lee, Megan Thee Stallion to Be Honoured at 4th Annual Gold House Gold Gala

The 4th Annual Gold House Gold Gala will take place on May 10, 2025, at the Music Centre, Los Angeles, celebrating cultural changemakers under the theme “First Light”, which honors pioneers who’ve opened paths for others.Priyanka Chopra will receive the inaugural Global Vanguard Honor for her impactful 25-year career bridging Bollywood and Hollywood.Other honorees include

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India’s Largest Cruise Terminal – Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT) Begins Operations

India’s largest cruise terminal, the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT), was inaugurated by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on April 21, 2025, marking a major boost to cruise tourism and maritime infrastructure.With an annual capacity of 1 million passengers and the ability to handle five ships simultaneously, the Rs 556 crore terminal supports ships up to

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Pahalgam Terror Attack Coward Attack by Terrorists on Tourists

On April 22, 2025, a terrorist attack in Baisaran, Pahalgam (Anantnag, South Kashmir) claimed 26 lives and injured many, targeting tourists during the peak season in a major blow to J&K’s tourism revival.The attackers, believed to be 2–3 terrorists, opened indiscriminate fire at the scenic, foot-access-only meadow.This first such tourist-targeted attack in 2025 has triggered

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SJVN Releases ₹269.97 Cr Land Compensation for 3,097 MW Etalin Hydro Power Project in Arunachal Pradesh

SJVN Ltd has released ₹269.97 crore as land compensation for the 3,097 MW Etalin Hydro Electric Project in Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh, marking a crucial step in India’s renewable energy expansion.Announced on March 26, 2025, the payment supports the development of two dams on the Dri and Talo Rivers and an underground powerhouse, with project

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Hindi Now Mandatory as Third Language in Classes 1–5 in Maharashtra

In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Maharashtra school education department will implement a phase-wise curriculum reform starting 2025–26, making Hindi mandatory as a third language for Classes 1 to 5 in Marathi and English-medium schools.This move aligns with the three-language formula, already followed by other medium schools, and aims to promote

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World Earth Day 2025: Date, Theme

World Earth Day 2025, observed on April 22, highlights global environmental awareness and action with the theme “Our Power, Our Planet”.Originating in 1970 by Senator Gaylord Nelson, it sparked major U.S. environmental reforms and now involves over 1 billion people in 192 countries.The 2025 theme stresses collective responsibility, urging the adoption of renewable energy, sustainable

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‘Sanskriti Ka Paanchva Adhyay’: A Compilation of PM Modi’s Speeches on Culture

In a significant literary and cultural event, a new book titled ‘Sanskriti Ka Paanchva Adhyay’ was officially launched on April 18, 2025, at the Samvet Auditorium of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Janpath, New Delhi.This book is a curated compilation of speeches and thoughts by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, focused

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Amaravati: World’s First Fully Renewable-Powered City in the Making

In a landmark step towards sustainable urban development, Amaravati, the planned capital of Andhra Pradesh, is on track to become the world’s first city powered entirely by renewable energy.Envisioned by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, this ambitious project aligns with India’s commitment to clean energy and climate-conscious urbanization.Located between Vijayawada and Guntur, Amaravati is being

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