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Shukla Calls Youth Key To India’s Space Future

Shukla Calls Youth Key To India’s Space Future

At National Space Day 2025, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla emphasized the importance of youth enthusiasm in achieving India’s space goals, including Gaganyaan and the Bharatiya Antariksh Station. Returning from the Axiom-4 mission, he confirmed completing tasks assigned by PM Modi. Shukla called this a “golden period” for India’s growing space exploration efforts.

August 23, 2025 / 02:15 PM IST
National Space Day 2025: Theme & Its Significance

National Space Day 2025: Theme & Its Significance

National Space Day is being celebrated across India today. On this day in 2023, the Chandrayaan-3 mission’s Vikram lander and Pragyan rover successfully landed on the Moon. Therefore, PM Modi declared Aug 23 as National Space Day in 2024. The day is observed to commemorate ISRO’s achievements. The theme for 2025 is “Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: […]

August 23, 2025 / 12:55 PM IST
India To Get Its Own Space Station Soon: ISRO Chairman

India To Get Its Own Space Station Soon: ISRO Chairman

On the occasion of National Space Day, ISRO Chairman V Narayanan said that India will have its own space station, the ‘Bharatiya Antariksh Station’, by 2035. He also stated that the first module will be launched by 2028. He added that Prime Minister Modi has approved a next-generation launcher that will land on the Moon […]

August 23, 2025 / 12:40 PM IST
No Plans To Unblock TikTok, Clarifies Central Govt

No Plans To Unblock TikTok, Clarifies Central Govt

Amid widespread speculation over TikTok’s re-entry into India, the central government clarified that no official orders have been issued to lift the ban. It confirmed that the ban on the popular short video app remains in effect and dismissed the reports of its return as false and misleading information circulating on social media.

August 23, 2025 / 11:22 AM IST
Apple Sues Oppo Over Trade Secret Theft, Poaching

Apple Sues Oppo Over Trade Secret Theft, Poaching

Apple sued Oppo, accusing the Chinese smartphone maker of poaching Apple Watch engineer Chen Shi and encouraging him to steal trade secrets. Shi allegedly downloaded 63 confidential documents on health-sensing technology before joining Oppo. Oppo denies wrongdoing, saying it respects trade secrets and will cooperate with the legal process to clarify the facts.

August 23, 2025 / 10:50 AM IST
Today In History: What Happened On Aug 23

Today In History: What Happened On Aug 23

★Day of the National Flag in Ukraine, ★International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, ★1872: Birth of Tanguturi Prakasam Panthulu, Freedom Fighter, and Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, ★1923: Birth anniversary of former Madhya Pradesh Governor Balram Jakhar, ★1918: Birth of top Indian physicist Anna Mani, ★1969: Birthday of […]

August 23, 2025 / 10:28 AM IST
PAN Will Be Inoperative Soon, If Not Linked With Aadhaar

PAN Will Be Inoperative Soon, If Not Linked With Aadhaar

If you haven’t linked your PAN with Aadhaar card yet, do it now by paying a ₹1,000 fine, or your PAN will become inoperative from January 1, 2026. The Central government has made PAN-Aadhaar linking mandatory, and failure to comply will lead to strict restrictions on financial transactions and services tied to your PAN card.

August 23, 2025 / 10:15 AM IST
Sam Altman Plans India Trip Next Month

Sam Altman Plans India Trip Next Month

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced plans to visit India next month, coinciding with the launch of OpenAI’s first India office in New Delhi. Highlighting India’s AI potential, Altman emphasized building a local team and making AI accessible. The move aligns with the IndiaAI Mission, with Minister Ashwini welcoming OpenAI’s partnership in advancing inclusive AI.

August 23, 2025 / 06:32 AM IST
TikTok Partly Accessible Despite Government Ban

TikTok Partly Accessible Despite Government Ban

TikTok’s website became accessible to some users in India, though the government has not lifted the 2020 ban. The app remains unavailable, and ISPs continue blocking it, preventing logins or uploads. The development sparked speculation amid improving Indo-China ties, but officials confirmed no decision to unblock. TikTok also faces restrictions in the US.

August 23, 2025 / 06:26 AM IST
World Folklore Day Highlights The Value Of Cultural Roots

World Folklore Day Highlights The Value Of Cultural Roots

World Folklore Day, observed on August 22, celebrates the rich cultural heritage, and customs passed down through generations. Established by UNESCO, it highlights the importance of preserving folklore as a reflection of community identity. The day promotes awareness of storytelling, music, dance, and rituals across diverse cultures worldwide.

August 22, 2025 / 04:47 PM IST
Marut’s Skyswift 56 Drone Gets DGCA Nod

Marut’s Skyswift 56 Drone Gets DGCA Nod

Marut Drones’ surveillance drone, Skyswift 56, has received DGCA type certification. Designed for law enforcement and covert operations, it features thermal imaging, mapping, and FPV capabilities. Portable and durable, it supports rapid deployment. Marut aims to boost skilled pilot training, addressing India’s UAV talent gap and contributing to a growing ₹6,000 crore drone economy.

August 22, 2025 / 03:45 PM IST
MakeGPT Launches To Simplify Prototyping With AI

MakeGPT Launches To Simplify Prototyping With AI

Kochadai Technologies, incubated at IIT Madras Research Park, unveiled MakeGPT, an AI tool enabling users to build prototypes through simple natural language prompts. Launched at the ‘ZeroToOne, GenAI Product Day’ event, it was officially introduced by Tamil Nadu IT Minister Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan, marking a new leap in tech innovation.

August 22, 2025 / 03:20 PM IST
Today In History: What Happened On Aug 22

Today In History: What Happened On Aug 22

★World Folklore Day, ★1922: The Manyam Revolution begins, led by Alluri Sitarama Raju, ★1955: Birthday of Tollywood megastar and Padma Vibhushan Chiranjeevi, ★1989: Birthday of singer Rahul Simpligunj, ★1986: Death of Padma Shri recipient Shobha Singh, and ★2014: Death anniversary of Jnanpith awardee U. R. Ananthamurthy.

August 22, 2025 / 10:10 AM IST
EPFO Hikes Death Benefit To ₹15 Lakh, Annual 5% Raise From 2026

EPFO Hikes Death Benefit To ₹15 Lakh, Annual 5% Raise From 2026

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced an increase in ex-gratia for subscribers who die while in service, raising the amount from ₹8.8 lakh to ₹15 lakh. This new rule came into effect on April 1 this year. Also, from April 1, 2026, the ex-gratia amount will increase by 5% annually.

August 22, 2025 / 09:30 AM IST
Massive Discount! Motorola Edge 50 Pro Now Under ₹16K On Amazon

Massive Discount! Motorola Edge 50 Pro Now Under ₹16K On Amazon

Amazon slashes the Motorola Edge 50 Pro’s price to just ₹15,389 with bank offers and exchange deals. The premium mid-range phone features a 6.7‑inch 1.5K pOLED 144 Hz display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip, 4,500 mAh battery with 125 W fast charging, and powerful 50 MP triple rear cameras with telephoto zoom and 50 MP front shooter.

August 21, 2025 / 07:24 PM IST