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On World Sight Day, experts highlighted that over 85% of blindness cases in India are preventable, emphasizing the importance of public awareness. India has around 34 million people with blindness or visual impairment, primarily due to conditions like cataracts, uncorrected refractive errors, and diabetic retinopathy. Early screenings and education are crucial to prevent vision loss, […]
★ World Mental Health Day, ★ World Homeless Day, ★ 1906: Birth of Writer RK Narayan, ★ 1908: Birth of well-known supporting actor Lingamurthy, ★ 1960: Birthday of Tollywood Comedian Raghubabu, ★ 1967: Birthday of popular Comedian Ali, ★ 1973: Birthday of pan-India Director SS Rajamouli, ★ 1990: Birthday of Heroine Rakul Preet Singh, and […]
Press Trust of India (PTI) is India’s premier news agency, providing comprehensive news coverage across the country. Its key functions include gathering, reporting, and disseminating news in various formats -text, photos, and videos- to media outlets. PTI serves as a reliable source for national and international news, covering politics, business, sports, and entertainment.
Apple is set to unveil new M4 MacBooks and the iPad Mini 7 on November 1, 2024, following an announcement expected in late October. The lineup includes a low-end 14-inch MacBook Pro and higher-end models with M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, alongside a revamped Mac mini and iMac. The iPad Mini 7 will feature […]
The Honor X60 series is set to launch in China on Oct 16, featuring at least 2 variants with satellite communication support. Teased designs show circular rear camera units, resembling the Honor X50. The series will run on MagicOS 8.0 and include 108-megapixel cameras. The vanilla model is expected to have a 6.8-inch full-HD+ display, […]
➢ World Postal Day, ➢ National Territorial Army Day, ➢ 1945: Birth of Sarod scholar Anjad Ali Khan, ➢ 1962: Birth of popular singer SP Shailaja, ➢ 1974: Birthday of Film director VV Vinayak, ➢ 1967: Death of South American continental revolutionary Che Guevara, ➢ 2013: Death of Telugu film popular actor Srihari, ➢ 2017: […]
A photographer inadvertently brought a new moth species to UK in her suitcase, having traveled over 7,000 km from South America. The clearwing moth, named Carmenta brachyclados, emerged from larvae that hatched during the journey. Young ecologist Daisy Cadet found the moths in her mother’s home, initially mistaking them for a common UK species.
The European Space Agency plans to launch its Hera spacecraft to investigate the aftermath of NASA’s DART mission, which intentionally crashed into the asteroid Dimorphos in 2022. Dubbed a “crime scene investigation,” Hera aims to gather vital data on the impact’s effects to enhance Earth’s asteroid defense strategies. The launch is tentatively scheduled from Cape ...
➢ World Animal Welfare Day, ➢ World Smile Day, ➢ Independence Day of Lesotho, ➢ 1992: Samajwadi Party founded, ➢ 1855: Widow Marriage Act was introduced under the leadership of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, ➢ 1977: Birth of Kannada and Telugu film actress Sanghavi, ➢ 1957: Birth of Gajula Satyanarayana, Telugu’s greatest Balakishka, ➢ 1958: Birth […]
Yesterday, a rare annular solar eclipse, often called a “ring of fire,” captivated viewers in various parts of the world. This spectacle occurred as the Moon positioned itself between the Earth and the Sun, but due to its distance, it did not fully obscure the Sun. The eclipse was prominently visible in southern Chile and […]
For over 25 years, scientists have eagerly anticipated exploring Europa, Jupiter’s icy moon. NASA’s Europa Clipper mission will launch on October 10, 2024, aboard a SpaceX rocket, embarking on a five and a-half-year journey with nearly 50 flybys to uncover its mysteries. The mission aims to determine if Europa’s hidden ocean could support life, making […]
Popular domestic mobile manufacturer Lava is set to launch its new smartphone, the ‘Agni 3,’ on October 4, 2024. This phone features a small display next to the rear camera, allowing users to make calls, check SMS, and take selfies. The company has indicated that the price will be around Rs. 30,000. The smartphone will […]
➢ Independence Day of Iraq, ➢ National No Sugar Day, ➢ National Poetry Day, ➢ 1978: Birth of Durga Agarwal, India’s first test tube baby, ➢ 1984: Himsagar Express, India’s longest train, was launched, ➢ 1990: West Germany and East Germany unite to form a united Germany, ➢ 2013: The Union Council of Ministers approved […]
The External Affairs Ministry plays a key role in shaping a country’s foreign policy. Its key functions include managing diplomatic relations, negotiating treaties, and representing the nation in international organizations. The EAM coordinates with other govt departments on foreign affairs, promotes trade and investment, and addresses global issues like security and climate change.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (NOAA) has found around 40 circular structures at the bottom of Lake Michigan, believed to be sinkholes. Detected using sonar during 2022 survey, these depressions range from 91 to 183 meters in diameter and are located about 22.5 km southeast of Sheboygan, with most […]