Biggest Drone Strike On The Russian Capital : Ukraine Ukraine attacked Moscow on Sunday with at least 34 drones, the biggest drone strike on the Russian capital since the start of the war in 2022, forcing flights to be diverted from three of the city’s major airports and injuring at least five people. The […]
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Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher
Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher: France is considering India’s Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launch (MBRL) system for its requirements and is soon going to carry out a detailed evaluation of the system. Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher is designed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a laboratory of the DRDO. It was first used during the […]
‘EV As a Service’ Programme
‘EV As a Service’ Programme: Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs launched the ‘EV as a Service’ programme of Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium. ‘EV as a Service’ Programme aims to boost e-mobility in government offices; to deploy 5,000 E-Cars in government departments over the next […]
World Immunisation Day 2024
World Immunisation Day 2024: World Immunisation Day was observed on 10th November to raise awareness about the vital role vaccines play in preventing infectious diseases and protecting public health.Immunisation is making a person resistant to an infectious disease by administering a vaccine to stimulate the immune system.
H5N1 Reassortant Virus
H5N1 Reassortant Virus: Human cases of novel reassortant H5N1 Bird flu virus were reported in Cambodia.The novel reassortant virus results from the mixing of clade 2.3.2.1c, which had been circulating in Southeast Asia, with the global 2.3.4.4b clade. H5N1 is one of several influenza viruses that causes a highly infectious respiratory disease in birds called […]
3rd Indian Space Conclave and India’s First Analog Mission
3rd Indian Space Conclave and India’s First Analog Mission: The 3rd Indian Space Conclave in New Delhi spotlighted India’s expanding space capabilities, with a focus on Satellite Communication (Satcom) and Indo-European Union Space partnerships. Key discussions explored Satcom’s role in advancing Digital India and India’s ambitious space goals.In another development, India’s first Mars and Moon […]
Hokersar Wetland
Hokersar Wetland: Lack of water due to excess deficit rainfall at the Hokersar wetland in the Kashmir Valley in recent years has impacted the arrival of migratory bird populations in the region.According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Kashmir is facing a rainfall deficit of 81 per cent.Hokersar Wetland is located near Srinagar in the […]
Uttar Pradesh’s First Double-Decker Electric Bus
Uttar Pradesh’s First Double-Decker Electric Bus: Uttar Pradesh’s Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, launched the state’s first double-decker electric bus at the Aakanksha Haat programme held at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan. This initiative aims not only to tackle the growing traffic problems in urban areas but also to contribute toward environmental conservation.
Sonu Sood Appointed as Brand Ambassador and Honourary Tourism Advisor for Thailand
Sonu Sood Appointed as Brand Ambassador and Honourary Tourism Advisor for Thailand: Sonu Sood, the celebrated actor, humanitarian, and philanthropist, has taken on an exciting new role as the Brand Ambassador and Honorary Tourism Advisor for Thailand. Widely recognized for his philanthropy, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, this appointment adds another feather to his cap, […]
Global City Brands Rankings
Global City Brands Rankings: London has topped the list of the world’s top 100 “city brands” for the second consecutive year, according to Brand Finance’s Global City Index. The ranking, released on Thursday, was based on a survey of 15,000 people across 20 countries, including Türkiye, the US, Germany, Australia, the UAE, Brazil, China, and […]
