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Indian Police Force Review | A No-logic Web Series

Created and directed by Rohit Shetty with a story and script by Sandeep Saket and Anusha Nandkumar, Ayush Trivedi, Vidhi Ghodgaonkar, and Sanchit Bedre, the web series Indian Police Force is directed by Rohit Shetty and Sushwanth Prakash. The Indian Police Force is live on OTT (Over-The-Top media service) platform Amazon Prime Video. The series […]

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Journalist Anil Majumdar was Killed By Former DGP of Assam | ULFA : The Mirage of Dawn

In a shocking revelation, senior journalist Rajeev Bhattacharyya’s latest book ‘ULFA : The Mirage of Dawn‘s page no 280 reads that “A former Director General of Assam police hired a surrendered ULFA (SULFA) activist to assassinate editor Anil Mazumdar in Guwahati on 24 March 2009.” The same also added “After two weeks, the police chief […]

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Employees want BSNL preserved for the next generation




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The worst of times for India’s auto sector

What lies ahead for India’s auto sector, probes Parvatha Vardhini C




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No longer the right climate for tea

Climate change has unleashed havoc on the tea plantations in the Nilgiris. Frost, drought, pests — growers battle these and more, reports Vishwanath Kulkarni




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ZBNF spells 'amogh' benefits for this farmer

But Amog Gurave’s experience shows that wider adoption requires measured steps, not a rapid govt push




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Does IBC process spare a thought for employees?

Distraught staff of Jet Airways and IL&FS feel that the bankruptcy apparatus is not concerned about what is due to them




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Cramped for justice




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Reinsurance terms, a challenge for the industry




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Not a sunny scenario for renewables

Recent incentive schemes such as KUSUM are not that popular. Meanwhile, policy flip-flops have hurt investor sentiment. BusinessLine reports




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No man's land: Dalit women in Maharashtra take on patriarchy, casteist forces to claim cultivation rights




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Is ‘tax terrorism’ for real?

Arrests and imprisonment over tax offences have increasingly become commonplace, raising questions of official overreach. BusinessLine reports




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The great sub-continental leap forward

India’s shift to BS-VI standard fuel from midnight of March 31 is one of the most complex logistical challenges the nation has handled. How was it pulled off?




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Summer of discontent for small investors

Whether it’s PMC, DHFL, CKP or Franklin Templeton, it’s a story of ordinary middle-class folk losing their life savings




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One step forward, two steps back

The Centre’s moves to step up loan delivery to MSMEs and relax repayment terms may not be enough. Reverse migration and logistics are challenges, says Radhika Merwin




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EU envoys agree implementation delay of deforestation law

Deforestation is the second largest source of the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change after the burning of fossil fuels, the European Commission says.




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A pair of hornbills consumes 90,000 fruits and 17,000 insects a year, reveals forest watcher




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Environmental delegates gather in Colombia for conference on dwindling global biodiversity

As the world grapples with plummeting levels of biodiversity, Colombia is hosting two weeks of meetings for the United Nations Biodiversity Conference




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How policies shape high-performance building standards and climate goals

Governments are trying to adopt high-performance buildings through policies and financing mechanisms that promote energy efficiency, resource management, and carbon neutrality. India has made significant progress through initiatives under its National Action Plan on Climate Change




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What is GRAP Stage-2 enforced in Delhi to combat severe air pollution?

The air quality is predicted to be in the ‘very poor’ category for the next six days, according to the Central government’s Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi




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UN nature talks debate rules for genetic information. What does that mean?

The COP16 talks are focusing on how genetic digital information is used and do not touch on the actual samples and specimens.




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‘Bengaluru used to be a magical city for urban ecology, but not anymore’

Belagavi-based ecologist K.S. Gopi Sundar talks about his latest study and what he has learnt from his research about the coexistence of birds with humans in India




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Three arrested for felling sandalwood tree from forest in Coimbatore

The trio landed in the custody of the Forest Department staff, who patrolled Kadukaimarathittu area falling under the Kottur section of Pollachi forest range of the Anamalai Tiger Reserve




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India spells out finance needs for biodiversity, conservation

Indian officials at the convention in Colombia (COP-16) say international finance will be necessary to meet goals




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UN COP16 nature summit creates permanent body for Indigenous peoples

Nearly 200 countries convened in the city of Cali, aiming to implement the 2022 Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework agreement




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How is Tamil Nadu bracing for heatwaves?

What is a heatwave condition? Why are Indian cities, towns and villages vulnerable both in the hills and the plains? Will notifying it as a State-specific disaster help? Why is it important to have a focused management plan in place?




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COP16 suspended without agreement on new fund for nature

COP16 aimed at assessing the progress on the agreement reached in 2022 in Canada to halt biodiversity loss, with more funding for biodiversity protection being a central issue.




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Flood-hit towns in Space brace for another storm

Two weeks after the worst floods in Spain’s modern history, its national weather service issued an alert for torrential rains in the same area




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PM introduces ‘astronaut designates’ for Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission

Modi announces names of four Indian Air Force pilots from whom the final crew will be selected




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India’s liberalised FDI strategy for the space sector

The Centre’s new FDI policy in the space sector promotes international investments, technology transfers, and collaborative research opportunities




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India working to develop own pure-hydrogen based DRI tech for green-steel making

The process will be unique to the country and the detailed project report so prepared “is under – scrutiny” across ministries, a senior government official aware of the discussions, told businessline.  




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Universe is the limit for NASA-ISRO collaboration, says Swati Mohan 

Dr Swati Mohan, the Indian-born NASA engineer, whose historic words, “touchdown confirmed”, announced to the world the successful landing of the Perseverance rover on the surface of Mars on February 18, 2021




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IISR’s innovative formulations help address soil pH issues and boost crop yields

The formulations, based on granular lime and gypsum, address soil pH issues and deliver beneficial microorganisms




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GUJCOST designated as Nodal Centre for ISRO’s START programme

The ‘START’ programme is a kick start opportunity for the aspiring scientists and engineers



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Global recognition to Gagandeep Kang for research on enteric diseases in children

This was part of the Gairdner Foundation’s announcement of its 2024 Canada Gairdner Award winners




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Finance Ministry notifies new FDI limits for satellite-related activities under FEMA

Finance Ministry’s new FDI limits for satellite activities, effective April 16, allow 100% FDI in the space sector with specific limits for different activities




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Ananth Technologies founder Pavuluri Subba Rao gets Aryabhatta award for contribution to astronautics

Ananth Technologies designs avionics for ISRO and Defence, supplying components to 98 satellites and 78 launch vehicles




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IIT Madras announces top 25 teams for Carbon Zero Challenge 4.0

These teams will be given six months of mentorship, training and support besides up to ₹5 Lakh to develop their prototypes for sustainable and circular economy solutions




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Eating mangoes is good for your gut health, say scientists

‘The king of fruits’ protects people from gastro disorders




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Sky is the limit for India’s space technology story

In 2023, Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya L-1 missions highlighted India’s global space prominence




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ICMR releases revised 'Dietary Guidelines for Indians', urges avoiding protein supplements

Low intake of essential nutrients can disrupt metabolism and increase the risk of insulin resistance




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Why is blood red? A simple explanation for kids

Understanding the colour of blood helps us appreciate the complex yet fascinating workings of our bodies




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IIT Madras partners with SilTerra Malaysia for silicon photonic processor chips

These chips will be utilised for quantum computing and high-speed secured communication systems




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NASA will soon train Indian astronauts for joint mission to International Space Station: US Envoy Eric Garcetti

NASA to provide advanced training to Indian astronauts for joint mission to International Space Station, US envoy Eric Garcetti says




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What makes veteran astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore ideal for Boeing’s Starliner test flight?

Veteran NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, with 500 combined days in space, piloted Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner from Florida, leveraging their extensive experience in spacewalks and ISS command.




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Syngene launches new protein production platform 

The platform supports different types of biomolecules, including monoclonal antibodies, biosimilars, bispecifics, antibody-drug conjugates, and other recombinant proteins




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Chief Hydrographer Pathania urges investment in satellites for geospatial awareness

The 14th edition of the Indo-Pacific Geo Intelligence Forum highlighted the critical role of geospatial technology in addressing security challenges in the region.




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IIT Madras Alumnus Prem Watsa donates $5 million for brain research

The Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre powers an ambitious Global Project to image the human brain at the cellular level by generating unprecedented human brain data, scientific output and technology tools




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Join the space journey: SERA and Blue Origin offer space flight for Indian citizens

SERA’s mission is to democratise space access and empower global participation in space exploration




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Ant surgeons: Florida carpenter ants perform life-saving amputations

The study, led by entomologist Erik Frank from the University of Würzburg, highlights the ants’ sophisticated medical behaviour, with amputations proving highly effective in ensuring survival