Rajagopala Chidambaram, India’s atomic weapons man, passes away at 88

Rajagopala Chidambaram, India's leading nuclear weapons designer and key figure in the Pokhran nuclear tests, passed away at 88. He contributed significantly to India's nuclear programme and scientific advancements. Tributes poured in from top scientists and political leaders, acknowledging his groundbreaking work and immense impact on India's strategic capabilities and scientific community.

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Isro’s all-girls moon mission slated for September 2026 launch

Isro is preparing to launch Mission ShakthiSAT in Sept 2026, featuring 12,000 talented girls from 108 countries. The mission aims to encourage young female participation in space exploration. Selected participants will gather in Chennai to build payloads for scientific experiments. This initiative highlights the potential of untapped talent among young girls worldwide.

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India ranked second in global cyber attack targets: Report

India has become the second highest target for cyber attacks globally in 2024, with 95 entities affected by data theft, following the United States. Key sectors impacted include finance, banking, and government. Major breaches involved millions of records and ransomware incidents were significant.

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AAP MLA claims BJP, Congress conspiring to demolish Malviya Nagar slum

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Leopard seen on Infosys Mysuru campus, staff to work from home

A leopard was sighted at Infosys' high-security campus in Mysuru, leading to a search by foresters and police. CCTV confirmed its presence near the hostel. Although not spotted during the day, combing operations will continue. Drones with thermal cameras are deployed to ensure the leopard doesn't enter nearby human habitats.

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A year of high-stakes politics and crises: Key highlights from 2024

Reflecting on significant global events of 2024: a devastating tsunami hit Japan, the EU approved an AI regulation, Narendra Modi secured a third term, Donald Trump returned to the White House despite assassination attempts, Syrian rebels ended Bashar al-Assad's rule, and the UK saw Labour topple Conservatives.

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Underwater Krishna-Godavari basin landslide can trigger tsunami: Scientists

A massive underwater landslide, found in the Krishna-Godavari basin between 950m and 1.1km below the ocean surface, poses a significant risk to underwater structures and coastal inhabitants. The landslide, caused by events like Cyclone Helen and earthquakes, moved around 11 cubic km of sediments, potentially triggering a tsunami.

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Mohana’s Gah: A bond beyond time, borders

Gah, an obscure village in Pakistan, gained recognition in 2004 due to its native Dr Manmohan Singh becoming India’s PM. Singh’s connection to Gah catalyzed development and fostered cross-border relations. Despite enduring painful memories of Partition, Singh's efforts brought significant enhancements to the village infrastructure.

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Painting speed limits with vehicle logo on pavement every 10 km to guide drivers on NHs, e-ways made must

The road transport ministry mandates road agencies to paint speed limits and vehicle logos on pavements every 10 km to guide drivers on expressways and highways. New guidelines coming into force in February 2025 also require larger signs at frequent intervals, highlighting speed limits, exit points, no parking areas, and lane information for safer driving.

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'Govt will allocate space': After Cong's attack, MHA responds over venue of ex-PM's last rites, memorial

The Ministry of Home Affairs confirmed that the government will allocate space for a memorial for former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Union Minister Amit Shah communicated this decision to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Singh's family. This response followed criticism from Congress regarding the planned cremation at Nigambodh Ghat, describing it as an insult to Singh's legacy.

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Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 hits J&K's Baramulla

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Manmohan Singh lost consciousness at home: AIIMS statement

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In 2012, Manmohan underwent operations, never quite recovered physically

Mani Shankar Aiyar reveals in his book how Dr. Manmohan Singh, after undergoing multiple coronary bypasses in 2012, never fully recovered, affecting his governance. Aiyar suggests that Pranab Mukherjee should have taken over as PM, with Singh elevated to President in 2012. Singh's key achievements include MGNREGA, RTI Act, and National Food Security Act.

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'Speak in united voice': NDA leaders discuss plan in key meet to counter Congress' Ambedkar attack

Leaders of the National Democratic Alliance, including Amit Shah and Chandrababu Naidu, met in Delhi to counter Congress' criticism of Shah's Ambedkar remark. They emphasized good governance and people's welfare, reaffirmed unity in upcoming elections, and discussed Vajpayee's legacy and future strategies.

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EC hands Congress point-by-point rebuttal on Maharashtra result claims

The Election Commission has refuted Congress's concerns over the voter turnout increase in Maharashtra by providing detailed clarifications. It explained that interim data might not reflect the final voter count, emphasized the statutory process, and addressed allegations regarding electoral roll additions and deletions.

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Disinformation, fake news powerful enough to disrupt society: Amit Shah

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A day after Kashmir, drive against ‘SIM card misuse’ in Samba and Kishtwar

Jammu and Kashmir police expanded their operation against potential misuse of SIM cards to Jammu's Samba and Kishtwar districts on Sunday, following a similar drive in Kashmir on Saturday. The initiative targets enforcing KYC guidelines and preventing SIM card misuse for illegal activities, including terrorism. Police scrutinized vendor records, verifying customer verification processes and investigating unauthorized SIM card issuance.

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Delhi air pollution: Air quality turns 'severe', maximum temperature settles three degrees above normal

Delhi's air quality plummeted to 'severe' on Sunday, with an AQI of 409, following Saturday's 'very poor' rating. The city experienced foggy conditions and fluctuating humidity. Temperatures reached a maximum of 24.1°C and a minimum of 7.3°C. Cloudy skies and light rain are forecast for Monday, with temperatures expected between 7°C and 20°C.

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7 Indians among those injured in Christmas market car attack in Germany

A car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, left five dead and over 60 injured, including nearly seven Indian nationals. Three of the injured Indians have been discharged. A 50-year-old Saudi doctor is under investigation. Saudi Arabia expressed solidarity with Germany and condemned the violence.

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Rajasthan tragedy could have been averted had planned cloverleaves come up

A fatal highway accident near Jaipur involving an LPG tanker and a truck highlighted the lack of cloverleaves at the NH48-Ring Road junction. Unfinished four years after the road's inauguration, these missing exits force dangerous U-turns at Bhankrota and Mahapura, causing frequent accidents. Land acquisition issues and contractor problems have delayed the cloverleaf construction until March 2026.

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