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New Zealand's Space Sector Played Key Role In Chandrayaan-3 Success, Says PM Modi
India

New Zealand's Space Sector Played Key Role In Chandrayaan-3 Success, Says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted the significant contribution of New Zealand's space sector to the success of India's Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission. The statement underscores growing international cooperation in space exploration and technology exchange between the two nations.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Vietnam Boat Tragedy Updates: "Boat Had Barely Begun Moving, Tipped Over Before We Could React": Survivor
India

Vietnam Boat Tragedy Updates: "Boat Had Barely Begun Moving, Tipped Over Before We Could React": Survivor

Indian Tourists Killed in Vietnam Boat Incident News Updates: At least 15 Indians, including 13 men and 2 women, were killed in the incident. There were a total of 36 people on board the vessel.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Iran Officials Admit To "Mistake" After Attacks On Ships In Hormuz: Report
India

Iran Officials Admit To "Mistake" After Attacks On Ships In Hormuz: Report

Internal reports indicate that Iranian officials have categorized recent maritime attacks in the Strait of Hormuz as a mistake. Tehran has reportedly attributed the incidents to a faction within the government acting without official authorization.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
US Lawmaker Ro Khanna Detained By Israeli Settlers During West Bank Visit
India

US Lawmaker Ro Khanna Detained By Israeli Settlers During West Bank Visit

U.S. Representative Ro Khanna was reportedly detained by Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank this week. The incident occurred during a regional tour as Khanna explores potential political maneuvers and evaluates local tensions.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Man Arrested For Raping 12-Year-Old Neighbour In Assam's Sivasagar
India

Man Arrested For Raping 12-Year-Old Neighbour In Assam's Sivasagar

The accused, a fast-food vendor from Samastipur district of Bihar, lived in a rented house in the same neighbourhood as the survivor.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
15 Indian Tourists Killed As Boat Overturns In Vietnam
World

15 Indian Tourists Killed As Boat Overturns In Vietnam

Search and rescue operations are underway, and the Indian mission has set up control rooms to assist those affected.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Scare Force One? Report Flags Security Gaps In Trump's New Plane
World

Scare Force One? Report Flags Security Gaps In Trump's New Plane

Internal reports have raised concerns regarding potential security vulnerabilities within the Qatari jet currently serving as a temporary transport for Donald Trump. The aircraft is functioning as a stopgap measure until the official delivery of two new Boeing Air Force One planes.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
World

China's second typhoon in a week makes landfall

China has initiated large-scale emergency protocols as the second typhoon to hit the country within a single week makes landfall along the eastern coast. Authorities have prioritized the safety of residents in the storm's direct path, resulting in one of the largest evacuation efforts this season.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
World

Iran supreme leader calls for revenge for father's killing

Mojtaba Khamenei says vengeance is "inevitable" for the killing, which happened on the first day of the US-Israeli war on Iran.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
World

Spain battles to contain one of its deadliest wildfires as at least 12 killed

Spanish emergency services are working to contain a devastating wildfire that has claimed at least 12 lives. Authorities have reported that 23 people remain missing as search operations continue in the affected regions.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
World

Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists over Air Force One reporting

The reporters received the legal summons after they reported on alleged security issues with the president's new plane, which was gifted by Qatar.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
World

Polish PM pledges memorial to victims of WW2 'genocide by Ukrainian nationalists'

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has pledged to establish a memorial for the victims of the Volhynia massacres committed during World War Two. The decision addresses a long-standing historical grievance between Warsaw and Kyiv regarding the ethnic cleansing of Poles by Ukrainian nationalists.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Technology

After years of teasing, the viral Nopia synth is ‘basically finished’

Creators Martin Grieco and Rocío Gal have announced that the viral Nopia synthesizer is nearly ready for its official market release. After gainng significant online traction in 2023, the unique hardware instrument has entered its final development stages.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Technology

Oregon’s Attorney General withdraws effort to delay Paramount and Warner Bros. merger

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield has withdrawn a legal request to postpone the pending merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. The official had previously sought a 60-day delay to facilitate a state-level review of internal corporate documents.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Technology

FL Studio head Constantin Koehncke turns to Reddit for feedback and fun

Constantin Koehncke, CEO of Image Line, recently engaged directly with the music production community on Reddit to gather product feedback. The executive addressed the evolution of the software from its origins as Fruity Loops to its current status as a professional workstation.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Technology

Nintendo’s Talking Flower got a small price cut

If you’re the type of person who could always use a little extra positive affirmation, or you have a weakness for weird gadgets, the Talking Flower might be of interest. I’m only kind of serious. The toy is based on a ch

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Technology

White House taps the guy who keeps crying ‘aliens’ to run UFO group

Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has been appointed to lead the newly established UAP Science Advisory Council. The group will provide scientific oversight to help government agencies identify and analyze unidentified aerial phenomena.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Unbreakable: how Jyothi Yarraji and coach James Hillier rebuilt India’s best 100m hurdler
Sports

Unbreakable: how Jyothi Yarraji and coach James Hillier rebuilt India’s best 100m hurdler

The 26-year-old athlete’s world came crashing down last June when she tore her ACL. After chasing speed all her life, she had to endure a period of painful, stationary monotony. But thanks to a steady supply of blueberri

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
World Records Union recognises Biju BP from Kerala for his all-India motorcycle ride with a mission
Lifestyle

World Records Union recognises Biju BP from Kerala for his all-India motorcycle ride with a mission

A former banker, Thiruvananthapuram-native Biju PB, won the recognition for riding across the States and Union Territories, championing the cause of empowerment of girls through education

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Lifestyle

Tamil Nadu’s biryani binge keeps cash registers ringing

Recording revenues of ₹4,500 crore per year, there’s more space at the table, say established players

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Sarvesh becomes first Indian high jumper to finish in top-three of Diamond League
Sports

Sarvesh becomes first Indian high jumper to finish in top-three of Diamond League

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 11 Jul
Kipyegon eyes Monaco springboard on road to recovery
Sports

Kipyegon eyes Monaco springboard on road to recovery

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 10 Jul
Women's Hockey: India keep faith in tried and tested for Asian Games
Sports

Women's Hockey: India keep faith in tried and tested for Asian Games

Veteran Savita, who recently received the Padma Shri award, and Bichu Devi Kharibam have been named as the two goalkeepers in the squad

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 10 Jul
With hammer and pole, Anushka Yadav and Sindhushree G. break barriers
Sports

With hammer and pole, Anushka Yadav and Sindhushree G. break barriers

The two unheralded athletes have had to conquer adversity at several stages of their young lives. At the recent inter-State meet, they overcame significant odds to record unexpected National marks and earn the right to m

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 10 Jul