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Amazon Launches 27 Satellites to Start Building Project Kuiper Internet Constellation
Amazon has launched 27 satellites as part of Project Kuiper, initiating a broadband constellation aimed at challenging SpaceX’s Starlink. Deployed via a ULA Atlas V rocket from Florida, the launch marks the first of over 80 missions planned to establish more than 3,200 satellites in low Earth orbit, offering global internet coverage and advanced ...
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Global Warming A Security Challenge, Army Needs To Be Prepared: Experts
Concerns have grown that climate action is being sidelined as Europe beefs up defence and the US retreats from allies and its green commitments.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk Revives Plan to Visit India After Talking With PM Narendra Modi
Elon Musk indicated he’ll visit India later this year after speaking yesterday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A trip this year would come at a pivotal moment for the billionaire entrepreneur, whose companies Tesla, Starlink and X face mounting challenges, globally and in India.
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People in Modern Societies Sleep More but Have Irregular Sleep Cycles
A study analyzing 54 global sleep studies has found that people in industrialised societies sleep longer than those in hunter-gatherer communities. While sleep efficiency is also higher in modern settings, circadian rhythms are less regular. Researchers suggest reduced exposure to natural light may be a key factor in these disruptions. The study ch...
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Scientists Discover Declining Global Ocean Evaporation Amid Rising Temperatures
Recent research has revealed a decline in global ocean evaporation since 2008, challenging traditional climate models. Despite increasing sea surface temperatures, evaporation rates have decreased across two-thirds of the world's oceans. Scientists attribute this unexpected trend to reduced wind speeds, or "wind stilling," and shifts in atmospheric...
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Explained: Why Elon Musk Wants To Launch Tesla In IndiaÂ
Elon Musk's push to bring Tesla to India comes amid the EV giant's mounting global challenges - shrinking profit margins, slowing sales, and tough competition from Chinese automakers.
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"Consistency Matters": Top Sportspersons Share Key Success Tips With Students
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025: From overcoming personal hurdles to achieving global recognition, the noted sportspersons shared valuable insights on how students can overcome challenges, both in sports and academics.
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What Is SpaceSail And How Could It Challenge Elon Musk's Starlink?
SpaceSail, a Chinese low Earth orbit satellite company, is expanding its presence through partnerships with countries, positioning itself as a challenger to Elon Musk's Starlink in the global satellite market.
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Who Is Aravind Srinivas, CEO Who Has Challenged Elon Musk Over USAID
Aravind Srinivas, the Indian-origin CEO of the AI search engine Perplexity AI, is not new to controversies. Recently, he challenged his Tesla counterpart Elon Musk to "stop" him if he can from raising a mammoth sum from the federal agency.
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New Algorithm Uses Fiber Optic Cables to Improve Earthquake Detection Globally
Researchers have developed an algorithm that converts fiber optic cables into seismic sensors, improving earthquake detection and early warning systems. The method integrates fiber optic and traditional seismometer data, overcoming challenges in earthquake monitoring. The technology could also help detect seismic activity in volcanoes and glaciers....
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Ocean Warming Rate Quadruples Over Four Decades, Accelerating Climate Change
New research highlights a troubling acceleration in ocean warming, with the rate of temperature rise quadrupling since the 1980s. According to a study in Environmental Research Letters, ocean surface temperatures now rise at 0.27°C per decade, up from 0.06°C. This rapid warming, driven by greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane, is worsening Earth'...
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We Challenged 5 Myntra Shoppers to Create the Ultimate Fusion Look: Heres What They Chose
The beauty of fashion lies in its ability to blend the old with the new, the classic with the contemporary, and the global with the local. We asked five Myntra shoppers to curate the ultimate fusion look. Here’s what they came up with.
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Climate-Driven Changes Reduce Agricultural Productivity in Central Europe, Claims New Study
Climate change has significantly impacted Central Europe's farmland, with over 50 percent of highly productive agricultural land already affected. A study combining historical data and climate projections highlights that rising temperatures and dry conditions have shifted fertile zones northward and westward. Regions like Slovakia, Austria and the ...
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'In Difficult Times, India Always Willing To Help': S Jaishankar In Spain
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has emphasised India's growing global stature and its ability to provide meaningful assistance during challenging times.
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Opinion | A New Dawn Awaits US And India
The Trump administration has been adamant in its commitment to hosting and participating in democratic fora, such as the Summit for Democracy, which will provide a platform for the US and India to collaborate on global challenges
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Amazon Launches 27 Satellites to Start Building Project Kuiper Internet Constellation
Amazon has launched 27 satellites as part of Project Kuiper, initiating a broadband constellation aimed at challenging SpaceX’s Starlink. Deployed via a ULA Atlas V rocket from Florida, the launch marks the first of over 80 missions planned to establish more than 3,200 satellites in low Earth orbit, offering global internet coverage and advanced ...
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Global Warming A Security Challenge, Army Needs To Be Prepared: Experts
Concerns have grown that climate action is being sidelined as Europe beefs up defence and the US retreats from allies and its green commitments.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk Revives Plan to Visit India After Talking With PM Narendra Modi
Elon Musk indicated he’ll visit India later this year after speaking yesterday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A trip this year would come at a pivotal moment for the billionaire entrepreneur, whose companies Tesla, Starlink and X face mounting challenges, globally and in India.
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People in Modern Societies Sleep More but Have Irregular Sleep Cycles
A study analyzing 54 global sleep studies has found that people in industrialised societies sleep longer than those in hunter-gatherer communities. While sleep efficiency is also higher in modern settings, circadian rhythms are less regular. Researchers suggest reduced exposure to natural light may be a key factor in these disruptions. The study ch...
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Scientists Discover Declining Global Ocean Evaporation Amid Rising Temperatures
Recent research has revealed a decline in global ocean evaporation since 2008, challenging traditional climate models. Despite increasing sea surface temperatures, evaporation rates have decreased across two-thirds of the world's oceans. Scientists attribute this unexpected trend to reduced wind speeds, or "wind stilling," and shifts in atmospheric...
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Explained: Why Elon Musk Wants To Launch Tesla In IndiaÂ
Elon Musk's push to bring Tesla to India comes amid the EV giant's mounting global challenges - shrinking profit margins, slowing sales, and tough competition from Chinese automakers.
-
"Consistency Matters": Top Sportspersons Share Key Success Tips With Students
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025: From overcoming personal hurdles to achieving global recognition, the noted sportspersons shared valuable insights on how students can overcome challenges, both in sports and academics.
-
What Is SpaceSail And How Could It Challenge Elon Musk's Starlink?
SpaceSail, a Chinese low Earth orbit satellite company, is expanding its presence through partnerships with countries, positioning itself as a challenger to Elon Musk's Starlink in the global satellite market.
-
Who Is Aravind Srinivas, CEO Who Has Challenged Elon Musk Over USAID
Aravind Srinivas, the Indian-origin CEO of the AI search engine Perplexity AI, is not new to controversies. Recently, he challenged his Tesla counterpart Elon Musk to "stop" him if he can from raising a mammoth sum from the federal agency.
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New Algorithm Uses Fiber Optic Cables to Improve Earthquake Detection Globally
Researchers have developed an algorithm that converts fiber optic cables into seismic sensors, improving earthquake detection and early warning systems. The method integrates fiber optic and traditional seismometer data, overcoming challenges in earthquake monitoring. The technology could also help detect seismic activity in volcanoes and glaciers....
-
Ocean Warming Rate Quadruples Over Four Decades, Accelerating Climate Change
New research highlights a troubling acceleration in ocean warming, with the rate of temperature rise quadrupling since the 1980s. According to a study in Environmental Research Letters, ocean surface temperatures now rise at 0.27°C per decade, up from 0.06°C. This rapid warming, driven by greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane, is worsening Earth'...
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We Challenged 5 Myntra Shoppers to Create the Ultimate Fusion Look: Heres What They Chose
The beauty of fashion lies in its ability to blend the old with the new, the classic with the contemporary, and the global with the local. We asked five Myntra shoppers to curate the ultimate fusion look. Here’s what they came up with.
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Climate-Driven Changes Reduce Agricultural Productivity in Central Europe, Claims New Study
Climate change has significantly impacted Central Europe's farmland, with over 50 percent of highly productive agricultural land already affected. A study combining historical data and climate projections highlights that rising temperatures and dry conditions have shifted fertile zones northward and westward. Regions like Slovakia, Austria and the ...
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'In Difficult Times, India Always Willing To Help': S Jaishankar In Spain
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has emphasised India's growing global stature and its ability to provide meaningful assistance during challenging times.
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Opinion | A New Dawn Awaits US And India
The Trump administration has been adamant in its commitment to hosting and participating in democratic fora, such as the Summit for Democracy, which will provide a platform for the US and India to collaborate on global challenges
