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Skyroots Vikram-1 lifts Indias private space ambitions into orbit

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 successfully reached orbit, becoming Indias first privately developed orbital rocket. The milestone validates space-

India Creates History with Vikram-1 Launch: AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan

Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, Pawan Kalyan said the pioneering mission reflects the government's decision to open India's space

SC To Hear Probe Pleas On Ayodhya Ram Temple Theft on Monday

Pleas seek a Comptroller and Auditor General audit of the finances of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Theerth Kshetra Trust, which manages the affairs o

The Odyssey First Day Collections

Released in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and English, The Odyssey has officially become one of the biggest Hollywood openers in India.

Congress Criticizes Government for Removing Sonam Wangchuk from Protest Site

New Delhi, July 18: The Congress party has launched a fierce attack following the hospitalization of Sonam Wangchuk after his health deteriorated

Lamine Yamal doubtful for the penultimate clash against Argentina

Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro trained separately from the rest of the Spain squad as the team began preparing for Sundays World Cup final against

Psychology explains why people always choose the same mug at home, and why it becomes so hard to replace

Psychology explains why many people instinctively reach for the same mug every morning. Research suggests this everyday habit is shaped by the en

Assam researchers find invasive plants are key nectar sources for butterflies

The findings were an outcome of an exercise to document 220 species of butterflies, their larval host plants and nectar plants in Bodoland Territ

Social Media Erupts With Joy as Vikram-1 Makes Historic success

The successful launch of Vikram-1 positions India firmly among nations with domestic private orbital launch capability

Nivin Pauly film Bethlehem Kudumba Unit to reach theatres on August 21

Mamitha Baiju and Sangeeth Prathap also star in the film by Premalu director Gireesh AD

Quote of the day by renowned poet Mahmoud Darwish: Nothing is harder on the soul than the smell of dreams while theyre Powerful words on the heartbreak of watching dreams fade away

Mahmoud Darwish, a celebrated Palestinian poet, explored the quiet sorrow of dreams fading. His words capture the pain of hopes that slowly disap

US schoolgirl Mira Trivedi: Meet the Indian-origin New Jersey teen campaigning to stop schools from calling Hitler's symbol a 'swastika'

A New Jersey teenager is campaigning for schools to distinguish the Hindu swastika from the Nazi Hakenkreuz. Mira Trivedi began this effort after

PM Modi Celebrates Vikram-1 Success, Hails Self-Reliant India

New Delhi, July 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Skyroot Aerospace team following the successful launch of Vikram-1. Speaking t

TN Custodial Death: Relief Handed Over to Family of Remand Prisoner

Senior revenue officials visited the residence of Varman's family and handed over a relief of Rs 10 lakh, a temporary government job to Varman's

English cricket standout Liam Plunkett is giving baseball a try with Oakland's minor league team

Liam Plunkett, a former England cricketer, recently debuted in baseball for the Oakland Ballers. He struck out one batter in his brief pitching a

Mission Aagaman: Vikram-1 Carries Team Signatures

India's first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1 on Saturday successfully placed multiple technology demonstration payloads and postcar

CM Yogi Adityanath Meets Family of Deceased Dalit Student Lalita Gautam, Promises Justice

Ghaziabad, July 18: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with the family of the late Dalit student Lalita Gautam on Saturday at the P

Varanasi: SS Rajamouli reveals glimpse of Priyanka Chopras character from Mahesh Babu starrer

Two posters featuring Priyanka Chopra from SS Rajamoulis Varanasi starring Mahesh Babu were revealed by the makers on the actors birthday

Supreme Court to hear pleas seeking probe into Ram temple donations theft row on July 20

The Bench had also issued notice to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust seeking its response in the matter

HYDRAA secures hillocks near Ammuguda, reclaims government land

Society to Save Rocks first exposed the destruction of rocks. The Hindu reported encroachment of land near Ammuguda and destruction of rock forma

Axis Bank Q1 net profits grows 23% to 7,114 crore

The Banks Net Interest Income (NII) for the quarter stood at 14,646 crore up 8% YOY.Net Interest Margin (NIM)stood at 3.46%.

'I saw launch live, you have inspired youth': PM Modi calls Skyroot team, hails success of mission

Rajbhar Criticizes Akhilesh Over Johar University Actions

Lucknow, July 18: Om Prakash Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government and national president of the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party, ha

Assembly Deputy Speaker and others meet Pawan

Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan receives support from peers after shoulder surgery recovery visit

TN Govt To Celebrate Nov 1, July 18 To Honour States History

This was the day (July 18, 1967) when Dravidian stalwart Annadurai named the state as Tamil Nadu and passed a resolution in the Assembly

Punjab Police arrests inspector linked to US indictment allegations in extortion case

Punjab Police arrested Inspector Gurinderjit Singh Nagra over allegations linking him to a US federal indictment in an alleged extortion conspira

Old Clip Shared To Target Dharmendra Pradhan Amid Sonam Wangchuks Hunger Strike

The video dates back to March 2024 and shows Pradhan celebrating World Pakhala Day.

Flash flood kills 4, leaves 4 others missing in Vietnam

The flood in Muong Than village early on Friday (July 17) after days of heavy rains in several parts of northern Vietnam also injured seven peopl

Why is ISRO making it harder for scientists to resign? | Explained

The Department of Space has tightened resignation rules for scientists working on key missions such as Gaganyaan. Heres why the government acted,

Skyroot's Vikram-1 beats SpaceX in 1st attempt: How Pawan Kumar Chandana's team achieved what even Elon Musk couldn't in three tries

Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched its Vikram-1 rocket into orbit on Saturday. This marked India's first privately developed rocket to reach

Police Action Against Wangchuk: Congress Accuses Govt Of Crushing Peaceful Protest

It was a shame that the world's largest democracy was being uled by the most undemocratic and anti-democratic political party in the world, Cong

Iraq, US sign 48 agreements during Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's visit

Iraq signed 48 agreements and partnerships with American companies, many in the oil sector, during a visit to the US by Prime Minister Ali al-Zai

PM-Ajay Scheme Benefits 4.76 Million, 16,759 Villages Declared Ideal: Government Report

New Delhi, July 18: The Prime Minister Scheduled Caste Abhyuday Scheme (PM-Ajay) is making significant strides in the social and economic empower

Paper Leaks: Rahul Gandhi Calls for Overhaul of Education Framework

Gandhi recalled his interaction with the father of Riya, a student who allegedly died by suicide following the NEET paper leak controversy, and s

Skyroots Vikram-1 Reaches Orbit in Pathbreaking Launch

Maiden Mission Aagaman launch from Satish Dhawan Space Centre marks Indias entry into private orbital launch capability

Pakistan's current account slips into $139m deficit in FY26

Pakistan registered a current account deficit of USD 139 million in the last fiscal year. This marked a reversal from the previous year's surplus

Hello Space, Vikram-1 Has Arrived: Skyroot Scripts India's Historic Rocket Mission

The mission, called Aagaman, marks the arrival of India's private sector in the global launch business.

Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 5,000 as IMF releases funds

The disasters killed 5,069 people, National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez posted on Telegram, with most casualties occurring in the coastal regi

Despite 35 minute delay Vikram-1 keeps date with Indian space history with Mission Aagaman success

Historic launch: Skyroot successfully launched India's 1st private orbital rocket Vikram-1

Father Died Due To Lack Of Timely Treatment, Domestic Worker's Daughter Clears NEET

NEET UG 2026 Results: Rather than letting the tragedy break her spirit, Neelu turned it into a lifelong mission: to become a doctor so that no fa

SC Seeks Assam's Reply in Foreigner Cases

On June 5, the top court had ordered status quo on the deportation of the petitioners while agreeing to hear their pleas challenging separate ord

7 ways to use aluminium foil to protect indoor plants from pests

Pests like aphids, whiteflies, and fungus gnats are a constant headache for anyone growing plants indoors. Before reaching for chemical sprays, c

CM Naidu Condemns Guntur Assault, TDP Worker Suspended

My governments commitment is unequivocal: the law will be enforced fairly and firmly, without fear or favour. No individual will receive protecti

UK Graduate Route Visa Reduced To 18 Months: What Indian Students Need To Know

The UK has reduced the Graduate visa to 18 months for applications from Jan 2027. This doesn't affect applicants holding a PhD or other doctoral

'Why are you not letting me take my phone?' Sonam Wangchuk's wife questions doctors at Safdarjung Hospital; CJP alleges dictatorship

FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Live: Spain vs Argentina date, time, venue, India match time and where to watch

Spain and Argentina will compete for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title. The championship match is scheduled for July 19, 2026, in New Jersey. Indian

Bug bounty: MP forest department pays villagers Rs 2 per pest to save sal trees

Madhya Pradesh forest department offers villagers a bounty for collecting sal borer beetles. This unique conservation drive involves children, wo

Vikram-1, Indias first privately developed orbital-class rocket lifts off from Sriharikota

The primary objective of Vikram-1s first test flight, named Mission Aagaman, is to achieve safe clearance of the tower, and gather maximum data t

Skyroot makes history! 6 payloads put into low-Earth orbit aboard pvt rocket Vikram-1

Skyroot Aerospace launched India's first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1. The vehicle successfully placed four technology demonstrat

Coastal lions depend mainly on wild prey, study finds

Among the prey species, blue bull (nilgai) was the largest contributor, accounting for 51% of the biomass consumed by lions, wild pigs were the s

UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key Soon; NTA To Open Objection Window After Key Release

UGC NET June 2026 answer key is expected soon at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Check exam dates, download steps, objection process, Rs 200 challenge fee and

Thick smoke billows over Drammen as Norway fire destroys more than 100 homes

Semicon 2.0: India's Hardest Semiconductor Challenge Begins

Semicon 2.0 shifts India's ambition from merely using chips to owning the intellectual property behind them.

Kohli and Rohit Set to Make History at Lords with 400th International Match

New Delhi, July 18: The third and final ODI between India and England is set to take place at Lords Cricket Stadium in London this Sunday. As the

Delhi Police shares details on Sonam Wangchuks removal after Jantar Mantar action

Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike: Why Did Govt Crack Down Now? What Happens Next?

The early morning crackdown took place barely a day after Delhi's police commissioner was abruptly replaced.

Chennithala Denies Rift Between Kerala CM, KSU Over Govt Pleader Issue

KSU state president Aloshious Xavier on Friday said that if the UDF government considered his opposition to the appointment of a former SFI activ

60 Escape as APSRTC Bus Overturns in Kondapi

Several passengers sustained injuries in the mishap and were shifted to the kondapi Government Hospital for treatment.

SIR schedule revised for Maharashtra, extended by 10 days

As per the revised schedule, the draft voter list will be published on August 17, and the final list will be published on October 19

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026 Released: Check state-wise government and private medical college seats

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026: The National Medical Commission has published the 2026 MBBS seat matrix for aspiring doctors. This year offers 1,36,93

Mars, Moon, Sun, Sea: India's Space Achievements As Vikram-1 Lifts Off

Skyroot Aerospace's plans to launch the country's first privately developed orbital-class rocket before August 4 mark the next major step for the

'6.4 Million Attendees': Trump Hails FIFA World Cup as Most Attended Tournament Ever

Tom Holland Calls The Odyssey One of Career's Greatest Pleasures

Sharing the snaps from his promotional tour of 'The Odyssey' on his Instagram, Tom Holland described the movie as one of the most challenging and

Still old school, believe in protocol, says Manish Tewari on buzz around interaction with Modi

The remarks came after his interaction with Prime Minister Modi after an official programme in Chandigarh garnered attention on social media

Book Review | A War Reporter Chases the Meaning of Home

The prosaic writing would have been fine had it been witty and crisp and correct, but it offers none of these lifelines either to the floundering

Skyroots Vikram-1 Marks Historic First Private Orbital Launch

Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospaces three-stage solid-fuel rocket is designed to place payloads of up to 350 kg into a 450-km Low Earth Orbit.

Rath Yatra Row : Are opposition BJD and Congress Overplaying Their Hand?

The political narrative surrounding this year's Rath Yatra is evolving as the first phase of Rath Yatra begins.

Investors are returning, says Suvendu; lays foundation stone for 15,000-crore steel plant in Bankura

Chief Minister promises investor-friendly climate with adequate facilities and conducive law-and-order situation

US military releases video showing strike on Iran port control tower

Former Kerala Cm Oommen Chandy Remembered on Third Death Anniversary

Nobody can become another Chandy. He taught every public representative that embracing and standing by ordinary people is their foremost responsi

Police 'forcefully' move activist Sonam Wangchuk to hospital

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to a hospital by Delhi Police on Saturday, the 21st day of his hunger strike in New Delhi, ahead of a

Meta could lease computing power to Anthropic as part of potential $10 billion deal

The discussions are in their initial stages and a deal has not yet been confirmed by either Anthropic or SpaceX

Vikram 1 Launched: Skyroot's rocket mission successfully lifts off to script India's private space milestone

Skyroot's Vikram-1 Launch: Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched its Vikram-1 orbital rocket from Sriharikota. This marked India's first privat

Book Review | Indian Noir, Strangely Familiar

The stories of crime provide the occasion for exploring the emotional and moral forces that drive ordinary individuals towards extraordinary acti

Spain Receives Boost as Young Star Lamine Yamal Declared Fit for FIFA World Cup Final

New York, July 18: Spain has received encouraging news ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Young forward Lamine Yamal is now fully fit for th

No guarantee, but India has better chance to qualify if World Cup expanded to 64 teams, says Bhutia

Bhaichung Bhutia, who was Indian football's poster boy in the first decade of this century, also said the national women's team can qualify for t

Security tightened at Jantar Mantar, Safdarjung Hospital after Wangchuk shifted amid protest row

Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) posted on X that Mr. Wangchuks wife, Gitanjali Angmo, was not allowed to carry a phone to meet him in the emergency

FIFA weekend puts Hyderabads nightlife to test as hospitality industry eyes bigger goal

NRAI issues an advisory to restaurants, bars, clubs and microbreweries to ensure the two nights pass without incident

SP Leader Questions Governments Intentions Amid Protests

Lucknow, July 18: Samajwadi Party (SP) national spokesperson Ashutosh Verma has raised questions regarding the governments intentions concerning

Launch of Vikram-1, Indias first privately developed orbital-class rocket, rescheduled

Five minutes before lift-off, the launch was put on hold before a new schedule was announced

Why youre probably not watching The Odyssey in real IMAX | Explained

Christopher Nolan shot his epic entirely on 65mm film but what most audiences will actually see is something different

CMC Conducts Weekly Footpath Encroachment Drive across Cyberabad

The teams removed encroachments from footpaths and public spaces to improve pedestrian movement, enhance road safety, and ensure unobstructed acc

Book Review | Growing up Via Time Travel

While the desperation of the time-travel patrons is palpable and the situations are poignant, you get a tremendous sense of comfort from reading

Bihar Launches Pink Bus Service for Womens Safe Travel

Patna, July 18: In a significant move to enhance womens safety and convenience in travel, the Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) has

Pakistan, China to tighten border security, immigration controls: officials

Pakistan and China will strengthen cooperation in immigration and border management. A joint working group will be established to enhance securit

Sonam Wangchuk Weak, But Stable, Says Safdarjung Hospital

Mr Sonam Wangchuck is weak due to prolonged fasting and dehydration. Although he is currently stable, he requires continuous observation, the hos

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Every Woman's Safety Is Our Priority: AP CM Naidu

Naidu said that a criminal case has been registered, the accused has been arrested, and the party functionary involved is being suspended.

'I am still old school': Congress MP Manish Tewari dismisses buzz over PM Modi interaction

Congress MP Manish Tewari addressed speculation regarding his interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He stated his belief in protocol and