NASA Webb the space telescope launches to unfold the universe on 25th December 2021. "Webb is a shining example of the power of what we can accomplish when we dream big," quotes Joe Biden, US President. It launches on an Ariane 5 rocket from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana, South America. This is a joint venture with ESA [European Space Agency] and the Canadian Space Agency. "Webb represents the ambition that NASA and our partners maintain to propel us forward into the future." Bill Nelson, NASA Administrator. The mission of Webb is to seek light from our solar system and the first galaxies in the early universe. It will also help in studying the Exoplanets which are the planets orbiting other stars. NASA Webb successful launch congratulated by the US President, Joe Biden NAS...
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Amid the border tension with China and in response to their test firing of a nuclear Anti-ship Ballistic Missile last year, India had successfully flight-tested a new generation nuclear-capable ballistic Missile Agni-P on Dec18. It can cover a distance of 1000 to 2000 kms. It is also reported that the Missile has been developed to target war ship of an enemy country in the Indo- Pacific. It is a small version of Agni class Missile, lightweight, and can be moved anywhere in the country as it is needed. The Missile comes with excellent storage and launching facilities. While it can be stored for a prolonged period, its launching is possible by road as well as by rail. This being the second successful test of the Missile, it was first tested in June 2020. But this successful test fligh...
Read MoreNorth Korea has banned its citizens from laughing, shopping or drinking alcohol for 11 days started from December 17th. The diktat is part of North Korea's 11 day mourning period to mark the 10thy death anniversary of former leader Kim Jong-il. Kim Jong-il ruled North Korea from 1994 until his death in 2011. Authorities have also ordered the public to not show any signs of happiness while North Korea commemorates his death. There are several others factors too in which North Koreans are banned from. They are, Drinking or being intoxicated, workout, celebrating birthdays, engaging in leisure activities and engaging in shopping (not even grocery shopping). Kim Jong-il The authorities have tasked a special squad of police officers to ensure citizens comply with the somber rules. Re...
Read MoreLudhiana Court Blast, Kills 1 And 6 Injured; “Anti-Social Forces Creating Panic,” CM Channi
Ludhiana Court Blast on 23rd December leaves everyone stunned. A powerful explosion took place in the court premises inside a public toilet. As per reports till now in the blast, six people are injured and one person got killed. As soon as the news went viral the CM of Punjab Charanjit Singh Channi addresses a press meet stating that such incidents before elections are planted to disturb the law and order in the city. He also adds that a high-level inquiry is set to track the incident and culprits. Mr. Channi also assures that a befitting reply will be given to anti-social elements very soon. The Ministry Of Home Affairs has asked for a detailed report of the matter from the State. Ludhiana Court Blast CM Channi meeting injured ones in the hospital. Ludhiana Court Blast Details: ...
Read MoreTMC Wins KMC Elections For The 3rd Time In A Row, Wins 134 Out Of 144 Seats!
TMC wins the KMC [Kolkata Municipal Corporation] Elections for the third time in a row. The victory is a massive with TMC winning 134 seats out of 144. As a result BJP and Independent grabs 3 seats each and INC, Left gets only 2 seats this time. In 2015 TMC won 124 out of 144. Certainly its a great news for the TMC as it leaves behind all the competitors far behind especially the BJP who claims to be the face of the opposition. An ecstatic Mamata Banerjee, CM of West Bengal thanked the people of the city for this massive victory. She says "I want to dedicate this triumph to the people of the state and Maa, Maati, Manush the Slogan of TMC. Several other parties fought against us, they all were defeated." She also mentions as this victory will show the way ahead in the direction of N...
Read MoreThe Electoral Reform Bill 2021 passes the Rajya Sabha Amid Opposition’s Walkout
The Electoral Reform Bill passes the Rajya Sabha today despite the opposition's demand to send it to Select Committee. Once again one more bill passes the House with the Voice Vote. Similarly, yesterday the bill passed the Lok Sabha too. Parties in support of the bill include BJP, JD(U), YSRCP, AIADMK, BJD, and TMC-M. The Bill was tabled by the Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju. As told by the Center The aim of the bill is to eradicate duplicate and fake voters from the electoral rolls. However, the members of the opposition parties like Congress, TMC, NCP, DMK staged a walkout in protest against the Bill. Mallikarjun Kharge, the leader of the opposition in the Rajya Sabha quotes, "It's a Mockery of our Democracy." He also says that Modi Government has passed the Bill without any debat...
Read MoreIndia-Central Asia Dialogue: Humanitarian Aid Should Be Given To Afghanistan, These Five Countries Including India Appealed
Reiterating the need for an inclusive government in Afghanistan, India on Sunday stressed on finding ways to help the Afghan people. Addressing the third India-Central Asia Dialogue, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said there is a need to ensure that uninterrupted humanitarian aid is provided to Afghanistan. The Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan are participating in this dialogue organized by India in Delhi. Jaishankar said, “We all have deep historical and civilizational ties with Afghanistan. Our concerns and objectives are the same in that country." "We must find ways to help the people of Afghanistan," he said, adding that India is committed to taking its relations with Central Asia to the next level. Jaishankar emphas...
Read MoreGoa Liberation Day: “Goa Has Not Forgotten Its Indian Roots Even After The Upheaval Of Time and Power”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Goa on Sunday. On the occasion of Goa Liberation Day, he inaugurated the revamped Fort Aguada Prison Museum, Super Specialty Block at Goa Medical College, New South Goa District Hospital, Aviation Skill Development Center at Mopa Airport and Gas Insulated Sub Center at Davorlim-Navelim, Margao. He said that the land of Goa, the sea of Goa has got a wonderful gift of nature. Today, this enthusiasm of all the people of Goa is adding to the pride of liberation in the winds of Goa. I am as happy as you to see the pride of Goa's glorious history on your faces today. I am in joy I was told that this place became too small, so two pandals were built next to it and other people are sitting there. Today Goa is not only celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of it...
Read MoreAFSA (Armed Forces Special Power Act) has been in force in the North East for years. However, the people are fighting for withdrawal of the law which they consider 'draconian'. It is alleged that under the cover of the act, the security forces indulge in excesses with impunity. To justify themselves they point out to the recent incident in Nagaland in Mon district when security forces have gunned down 13 civilians very recently. The AFSPA is in force primarily in three states Assam, Nagaland and Manipur. However, Imphal Municipality council area is not being covered by the act. This apart, the act is also in force in three districts of Changlang, Longing and Tirap of Arunachal Pradesh plus areas coming under eight police stations of districts in Arunachal Pradesh boarding Assam. ...
Read MoreSuccess: BSF Caught ‘Made In China’ Drone Of Pakistan, Captain Took A Jibe At Channi
The Border Security Force has succeeded in downing a drone from Pakistan in the Ferozepur sector. After the drone was shot down, the search operation is going on in the area, it is feared that the drone was returning after throwing a consignment of heroin or weapons. For the first time in Punjab, when a drone coming from Pakistan has been successful in shooting down. According to the information, at around 11 pm, the soldiers of Border Security Force Battalion 103 were on patrol in the Amarkot area. He heard the sound of a drone near BOP Waugh. The patrolling team of the Border Security Force started aiming towards the voice. In the meantime, they realized the fall of the drone, after which the soldiers started the search operation in the area at the same time. The drone was found drop...
Read MoreIndia-Vietnam: Foreign Minister Meets The President Of The National Assembly, Presents A Historic Picture Of Ho Chi Minh
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar presented a photograph of former Vietnamese President Ho Chi Minh at Sapru House in 1958 to Vuong Dinh Hue, Speaker of the Vietnam National Assembly, on the occasion of the celebration of the 5th anniversary of the India-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. As part of the celebrations, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar along with the Speaker of the Vietnam National Assembly, Vuong Dinh Hue participated in the photo exhibition. During this, the External Affairs Minister said that next year we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of India-Vietnam diplomatic relations. For India, Vietnam is a major partner in both ASEAN and the Indo-Pacific. He said that our business has crossed the $10 billion mark in 2020. Und...
Read MoreAmit Shah: Our Decision May Be Wrong But Our Intentions Were Never Wrong
During the 94th Annual General Meeting of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industries (FICCI) held on Friday this week i.e. 17th December 2021 Union Home Minister Amit Shah talked openly about the decisions of BJP government. Union Health Minister Amit Shah said on Friday that some decisions of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government may be wrong, but our intentions were never wrong. He said that in the last seven years, no one has even been able to accuse the government of corruption, because our intentions have never been wrong. He further said that even those criticizing the government saw what kind of changes took place in the country in these past seven years. Amit Shah said that at the time of Corona pandemic too, the government implemented many schemes in order...
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