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Sirens, Response Teams: Delhi To Hold Earthquake Mock Drill Tomorrow
Delhi will wake up to the sound of sirens tomorrow morning as all 11 districts prepare to go into full emergency mode under Exercise Suraksha Chakra, a citywide disaster management drill that will simulate a major earthquake.
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Texas Floods: Here's What To Consider When Sending Your Kids To Camp
Death and destruction at a venerable Texas summer camp might have parents wondering about the risks of sending their kids away to any camp, even if it's in a much different setting and less vulnerable to a natural disaster.
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How Shubhanshu Shukla Sees Earth From Space As He Adjusts To Zero Gravity
According to Axiom Space, the crew members continued adjusting to life in microgravity, and the crew focused on integration with the resident Expedition 73 crew.
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Rajasthan To Hold Blackout, Security Drill On May 31
The exercise, mandated by the Rajasthan Home Department, aimed to test readiness for air attack scenarios, assess security protocols, and enhance emergency coordination among defense and administrative personnel.
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Health Ministry Cancels Leaves Of All Officers, Activates Emergency Protocol
Union Health Ministry and the Centre-run AIIMS, Safdarjung and Ram Manohar Lohia hospitals in New Delhi have cancelled leaves of all its officers and staffers indefinitely and activated emergency protocols amid a military standoff between India-Pak.
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Microsoft to Shut Down Skype in May Following Emergence of Microsoft Teams
Microsoft has announced that it is shutting down Skype — its legacy video-conferencing platform — starting May 5, 2025. Debuted in 2003, it was known for its Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)-based video telephony, video-conferencing and voice calling capabilities which led to its acquisition by the Redmond-based technology company in 2011.
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UK's Ofcom to Tweak Social Media Rules in Response to Summer Riots
To regulate social media practices, Ofcom said it is planning additional measures for next spring that include new proposals for removing material tied to child sexual abuse and terrorism. It will also introduce “crisis response protocols for emergency events.”
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Gaganyaan Astronauts Finish First Phase of Training for ISRO-NASA Joint Mission
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and backup astronaut Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, selected for India's historic Gaganyaan mission, have completed the first phase of their training in collaboration with NASA. The training, which began in August 2024, was designed to prepare the astronauts for their roles in India’s first-ever human sp...
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More Flights Receive Bomb Threats, Emergency Landing Protocols Activated
Several flights across India received bomb threats yet again today, prompting the authorities to activate emergency protocols and pilots to land their aircraft before reaching their destinations.
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Bitcoin Trades Above $64,000 Despite Minor Losses, Altcoins Continue to Trade Sideways
The overall valuation of the crypto market dropped by 1.70 percent in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether, both incurred minor losses on national and international exchanges. Cardano, Tron, and Avalanche also registered losses on Monday, September 30. Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, meanwhile, emerged on the profit-retaining side of the crypto charts.
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What are AI Tokens: Explained
In the last few days, the AI tokens category emerged as a topic of buzz among members of the global tech community. This happened after tech giants like Apple and Nvidia reportedly initiated discussions around investing in OpenAI.
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AIIMS Issues Protocol For Handling Mpox Patients As Cases Rise Globally
The All India Institute for Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has issued a protocol for handling suspected mpox cases in India as the World Health Organization declares the disease as a public health emergency of international concern.
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Crypto Price Today: Bitcoin and Ether Stable Amidst Volatility, Most Altcoins Hit by Downturn
The overall crypto market managed to see a rise of 0.91 percent in valuation over the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether recorded minor price fluctuations on Wednesday, June 26. Tether, Solana, and Dogecoin emerged among gainers while losses struck Ripple and Binance Coin.
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Adult Diaper Mistaken for Bomb, Plane Makes Emergency Landing In US
A recent flight bound for Florida was diverted after an incident where an adult diaper found in an onboard toilet was mistaken for a bomb.
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NDMA, Government Body Which Sends Emergency Alerts During Disasters
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is an official body which lays down policies for disaster management. The disaster management body was formed in 2005 under the Disaster Management Act. It is headed by the Prime Minister.
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Sirens, Response Teams: Delhi To Hold Earthquake Mock Drill Tomorrow
Delhi will wake up to the sound of sirens tomorrow morning as all 11 districts prepare to go into full emergency mode under Exercise Suraksha Chakra, a citywide disaster management drill that will simulate a major earthquake.
-
Texas Floods: Here's What To Consider When Sending Your Kids To Camp
Death and destruction at a venerable Texas summer camp might have parents wondering about the risks of sending their kids away to any camp, even if it's in a much different setting and less vulnerable to a natural disaster.
-
How Shubhanshu Shukla Sees Earth From Space As He Adjusts To Zero Gravity
According to Axiom Space, the crew members continued adjusting to life in microgravity, and the crew focused on integration with the resident Expedition 73 crew.
-
Rajasthan To Hold Blackout, Security Drill On May 31
The exercise, mandated by the Rajasthan Home Department, aimed to test readiness for air attack scenarios, assess security protocols, and enhance emergency coordination among defense and administrative personnel.
-
Health Ministry Cancels Leaves Of All Officers, Activates Emergency Protocol
Union Health Ministry and the Centre-run AIIMS, Safdarjung and Ram Manohar Lohia hospitals in New Delhi have cancelled leaves of all its officers and staffers indefinitely and activated emergency protocols amid a military standoff between India-Pak.
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Microsoft to Shut Down Skype in May Following Emergence of Microsoft Teams
Microsoft has announced that it is shutting down Skype — its legacy video-conferencing platform — starting May 5, 2025. Debuted in 2003, it was known for its Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)-based video telephony, video-conferencing and voice calling capabilities which led to its acquisition by the Redmond-based technology company in 2011.
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UK's Ofcom to Tweak Social Media Rules in Response to Summer Riots
To regulate social media practices, Ofcom said it is planning additional measures for next spring that include new proposals for removing material tied to child sexual abuse and terrorism. It will also introduce “crisis response protocols for emergency events.”
-
Gaganyaan Astronauts Finish First Phase of Training for ISRO-NASA Joint Mission
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and backup astronaut Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, selected for India's historic Gaganyaan mission, have completed the first phase of their training in collaboration with NASA. The training, which began in August 2024, was designed to prepare the astronauts for their roles in India’s first-ever human sp...
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More Flights Receive Bomb Threats, Emergency Landing Protocols Activated
Several flights across India received bomb threats yet again today, prompting the authorities to activate emergency protocols and pilots to land their aircraft before reaching their destinations.
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Bitcoin Trades Above $64,000 Despite Minor Losses, Altcoins Continue to Trade Sideways
The overall valuation of the crypto market dropped by 1.70 percent in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether, both incurred minor losses on national and international exchanges. Cardano, Tron, and Avalanche also registered losses on Monday, September 30. Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, meanwhile, emerged on the profit-retaining side of the crypto charts.
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What are AI Tokens: Explained
In the last few days, the AI tokens category emerged as a topic of buzz among members of the global tech community. This happened after tech giants like Apple and Nvidia reportedly initiated discussions around investing in OpenAI.
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AIIMS Issues Protocol For Handling Mpox Patients As Cases Rise Globally
The All India Institute for Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has issued a protocol for handling suspected mpox cases in India as the World Health Organization declares the disease as a public health emergency of international concern.
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Crypto Price Today: Bitcoin and Ether Stable Amidst Volatility, Most Altcoins Hit by Downturn
The overall crypto market managed to see a rise of 0.91 percent in valuation over the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether recorded minor price fluctuations on Wednesday, June 26. Tether, Solana, and Dogecoin emerged among gainers while losses struck Ripple and Binance Coin.
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Adult Diaper Mistaken for Bomb, Plane Makes Emergency Landing In US
A recent flight bound for Florida was diverted after an incident where an adult diaper found in an onboard toilet was mistaken for a bomb.
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NDMA, Government Body Which Sends Emergency Alerts During Disasters
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is an official body which lays down policies for disaster management. The disaster management body was formed in 2005 under the Disaster Management Act. It is headed by the Prime Minister.
