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India’s ambitious space milestone, its 100th mission, hit an unexpected snag as the NVS-02 navigation satellite failed to achieve its designated orbit. ISRO’s highly anticipated 100th mission, involving the launch of the NVS-02 satellite, encountered an unforeseen setback after the spacecraft’s thrusters malfunctioned. The satellite, essential for India’s independent navigation system, did not reach its target orbit after a thruster failure, casting a shadow over the momentous occasion. A Promising…

A United Airlines flight was forced to abort its takeoff after one of its engines caught fire at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston on Sunday morning. United Airlines Flight 1382, bound for New York, was about to take off from Houston when an engine malfunction triggered a fire on one of the aircraft’s wings. The incident forced the crew to abort the flight and initiate an emergency evacuation of…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Recovery teams have now identified 55 of the 67 victims involved in the tragic midair collision between an American Airlines passenger jet and a military helicopter over the Potomac River on Wednesday. Officials remain committed to identifying the remaining victims as search and recovery operations continue. Ongoing Recovery Operations The devastating crash, which occurred near Washington, D.C., has left the community in shock and mourning. As recovery…

US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he would be halting all future aid to South Africa, citing concerns over the treatment of certain groups of people in the country. Trump’s statement comes amid growing controversy surrounding land confiscation and accusations of human rights violations in South Africa. Trump’s Allegations and the Call for an Investigation In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump accused South Africa of…

MUMBAI – On February 3, 2025, India’s stock markets faced a turbulent start to the week, with the BSE Sensex tumbling by over 700 points and the NSE Nifty dropping below the crucial 23,300 mark. This sharp decline was fueled by growing global uncertainty, exacerbated by fresh tariff measures imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, sending ripples across the financial markets. Global Factors Weigh on Indian Markets The benchmark equity…

The Indian rupee has slipped past the 87 per U.S. dollar mark, touching its lowest point ever, as Asia’s currencies and markets reel under the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly imposed tariffs on major global trading partners. The rupee’s drop is just the latest development in a broader economic shift spurred by Trump’s trade policies. The Plunge Beyond 87: A Milestone of Strain On Monday, February 3, 2025,…

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to lower its key policy repo rate by 25 basis points, marking its first rate cut in nearly five years. This decision comes as part of the RBI’s effort to revive India’s sluggish economic growth, which has shown signs of weakness in recent quarters. The Anticipated Rate Cut and Its Context As the economy struggles with slow growth and low inflation, the…

Microsoft is rolling out significant updates to its Windows 11 Insider Preview, enhancing both the Paint application and Windows Search functionality. These updates are currently available to users in the Canary and Dev channels. AI Enhancements in Microsoft Paint The latest update introduces a Copilot button to Microsoft Paint, consolidating several AI-powered features into a single, accessible menu. By clicking the Copilot icon in the taskbar, users can access tools…

On February 4, 2025, the Indian stock market witnessed a remarkable upswing. The Sensex leaped more than 700 points, while the Nifty 50 climbed past the 23,500 mark. Mid and small-cap stocks joined the rally, with the BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices each advancing by over 1%. Investors are buzzing, and for good reason. But what’s fueling this impressive rise? Let’s delve into the key factors driving this bullish momentum.…