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Russia plans to create core of new space station by 2030
Russia aims to establish the core of its new orbital space station by 2030, according to its space agency, Roscosmos. The agency's head, Yuri Borisov, approved the timeline, which includes launching an initial scientific and energy module in 2027 and adding three more modules by 2030, with two additional modules planned between 2031 and 2033. Previously collaborating on the International Space Station (ISS), Russia plans to exit the ISS by 2028 and focus on its own station to address scientific, technological, and national security needs.
Kotak Bank shares fall 4% as its name crops up in Adani-Hindenburg saga
Hindenburg Research said Kotak Mahindra Bank setup an offshore fund structure to short Adani stocks, causing Kotak's shares to drop by up to 4% to a low of Rs 1,737 on the NSE. The investment firm also targeted Uday Kotak, the founder of the bank, who personally chaired Sebi's 2017 Committee on Corporate Governance.
Ice cream from Hershey's, Friendly's, Jeni's, Frozen recalled over possible fatal bacteria. Details here
Ice creams such as Hershey's Ice Cream, Friendly's, Jeni's and the Frozen Farmer have been recalled.
Kerala to have a new name? Assembly passes resolution for second time to change state's name
The Kerala Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution on Monday to urge the Centre to officially change the state's name to 'Keralam'. This resolution, moved by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, came for the second time after the Union Home Ministry suggested some technical changes to the first one.
'Kerala' to become 'Keralam': Assembly passes resolution for second time to change state's name
After the Home Ministry suggested changes in first resolution, the Kerala Assembly on Monday unanimously adopted a resolution urging the Centre to officially change the from Kerala to 'Keralam'. The Assembly passed the resolution for the second time becau...
US steps up watch against counterfeit goods; Indians leave your fake Adidas, Gucci back home
The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has recently intensified efforts to combat the smuggling of counterfeit luxury products, leading to the confiscation of numerous fake Adidas, Nike, and Gucci items from travelers, particularly from India. Many students and visitors arriving in the United States have reported having their counterfeit Puma, Adidas, or Nike items seized at ports of entry.
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AIADMK to boycott Vikravandi bypoll, PMK names candidate
Tamil Nadu's principal opposition party, AIADMK, on Saturday announced a boycott of the July 10 bypoll to the Vikravandi Assembly constituency, alleging the ruling DMK will unleash 'violence' and not allow people to vote 'independently.' S Ramadoss, founder of the Pattali Makkal Katchi, a constituent of the BJP-led NDA in Tamil Nadu announced that his party's vice-president C Anbumani, will contest the Vikravandi bypoll.
Telugu textbooks in Telangana carry KCR's name, state government embarrassed
Sources on Friday claimed that the officials initially sought the textbooks to be returned but now suggested pasting the foreword page on the backside of the (inner) cover page so that the reference to the previous government is not visible. The Telangana State United Teachers Federation on Friday sought the state government to conduct an inquiry and take action against officials who are responsible for the error.
Jerry West cause of death: What we know about Basketball legend who inspired NBA logo
Basketball Hall of Fame Jerry West is no more. West is still the NBA Finals' all-time leader in total points.
Kanimozhi named parliamentary party leader of DMK
Tamil Nadu Congress Party (DMK) MP Kanimozhi has been appointed as the parliamentary party leader, above the party's floor leader in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The appointment is seen as an attempt by the first family of Tamil Nadu to maintain the key post, while party leaders claim she has been awarded for her active campaigning during the Lok Sabha polls. Kanimozhi, a poet and writer, entered politics in 2007 after the death of Murasoli Maran and was seen as an envoy of her father and then DMK chief and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Karunanidhi.
DRDO reforms, export boost and Army Chief naming on Defence Minister plate
The incoming defence minister faces major reforms, including selecting the next Army Chief and reforming DRDO. Addressing concerns on the Agnipath scheme and setting up a new defence export promotion body are key tasks.
Modi Cabinet portfolios allocated; Sitharaman retains finance ministry, Jaishankar to serve as EAM again
NDA Full List Ministry Portfolio: Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his third consecutive term on Monday by allocating key portfolios to ministers following their swearing-in ceremony. This cabinet formation includes 30 cabinet ministers, 36 ministers of state (MoS), and 5 MoS with independent charge from the BJP and its allies, marking the establishment of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government under his leadership
UP election results: Big names trailing in Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha elections
Early trends show INDIA bloc leading in the biggest state of India, with Rahul Gandhi ahead in Rae Bareli LS seat. Big names like Modi and Smriti Irani are trailing behind.
What should investors do with RIL and ITC? Amnish Aggarwal answers
Elections is a very important event and we are now just I think three trading days away from it. We had issued a note to our clients in which we had identified a few sectors and the scripts which would be doing well irrespective of the outcome of elections.
Maharashtra SSC Toppers List 2024: Check class 10th toppers names, marks, districts and other details
Maharashtra SSC Toppers List 2024 (Google Trends): The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has released the class 10th results. The board will soon announce the Maharashtra SSC Toppers List 2024, along with overall pass percentages, gender-wise and district-wise results. Students need at least 35 marks in each subject to pass. Last year, Konkan district had the highest pass rate at 98.11%.
Covid new variant FLiRT in USA: Is there any uptick in hospitalizations?
Looks like a new Covid variant is busy 'flirting' with US residents, which has become a commonly spreading variant in the United States in recent times, creating an uptick in the Covid count across the US.
Cyclone Remal in India: IMD predictions, meaning of name, states that will suffer, wind speed
A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal will intensify and reach Bangladesh and adjoining West Bengal coasts as a severe cyclonic storm by Sunday evening, the IMD has said. A low pressure area is presently over the west central and adjacent South Bay of Bengal, according to the India Meteorological Department. This system is expected to strengthen into a cyclonic storm by May 25 in the morning and is likely to approach the coasts of Bangladesh and neighbouring West Bengal by May 26 in the evening as a severe cyclonic storm.
Be selective in FMCG stocks, in infrastructure, wait for dips: Gurmeet Chadha
Gurmeet Chadha says one of the main issues with most EPC construction names is the working capital cycle and margins because the projects are long gestation, you do not know what commodity prices would behave and people have some memories of 2003 to 2008 when there was euphoria and followed by a 10-year hiatus.
Manipur govt initiates legal action against unauthorised renaming of places
Under Secretary Mangoljao Kamei highlights the historical importance of Thangjing (Thang Ching) and its protection under the Manipur Ancient and Historical Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1976. The Art and Culture Department declares it a protected site.
Maharashtra Board HSC 12th toppers list: Check MSBSHSE 12th toppers names, districts, marks, merit list and other details
Maharashtra HSC Class 12 Topper List 2024: The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) announced the HSC exam results today, May 21, 2024, with a pass rate of 93.37%. Students can check results on maharesult.nic.in from 1 PM. The board will soon release the toppers list. Supplementary exams are scheduled for July-August, with form submissions starting on May 27.
Donald Trump movie 'The Apprentice' receives 11-minute ovation at Cannes. What we know about the film
Donald Trump's business antics became a trivial part of Cannes Film Festival as The Apprentice, received a roaring response as it was screened at the prestigious event.
Who will become Iran President? When is Presidential Election?
Iran President Ebrahim Raisi is dead and now the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei holds the key as a Presidential election has become imminent.
Twitter's domain is now officially x.com, Elon Musk 'tweets'
Elon Musk, owner of Tesla and X, confirmed that Twitter's rebrand to 'X' is complete, with all core systems migrated to x.com. Users now make 'posts' instead of 'tweets,' with a logo change to a white X on a black background. The app, now definitively X, embraces a new slogan: "Blaze your glory!"
CBSE 10th Toppers list 2024: Check CBSE Class 10th toppers names, marks, districts, other details
CBSE Class 10 Toppers list 2024: The CBSE has announced the much-awaited Class 10 board results for 2024, accessible on their official website and other platforms. While the toppers list for this year is awaited, the decision not to release it last year aimed to discourage unhealthy competition. Details on topper districts and region-wise pass percentages are forthcoming. In 2023, top scorers achieved remarkable scores across various cities and states.
India can't, in the name of open economy, open up its national security to work with China: S Jaishankar
From the big shifts in foreign policy under the Modi government, the China challenge to CAA and the heat and dust of electoral politics, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar touched on a range of topics in a freewheeling discussion at the ET Roundtable.
AI based death calculator Life2vec warns of massive fraud
Artificial Intelligence based death predictor Life2vec has issued a warning against imposters. Tool is yet to be released for the general public.
2024 Atlantic hurricane names, state-wise prediction, forecast for season
2024 tropical cyclone impact probability is higher in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, as per the report.
Maharashtra speaker urges state govt to rename Alibaug as 'Maynaknagri'
"Shivaji Maharaj laid the foundation of a strong naval force, which Maynak Bhandari led from Konkan. The British had to retreat from the fort at Khanderi-Underi harbour in Alibaug after a bitter struggle and due to the bravery of Maynak Bhandari," Speaker Rahul Narwekar said.
BJP names Pradeep Verma as party's candidate for RS polls in Jharkhand
Pradeep Verma, the Jharkhand BJP general secretary, will file his nomination for the Rajya Sabha polls on March 11. The ruling alliance of Congress and JMM has decided to field Sarfaraz Ahmad as their joint candidate.
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