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June 25, 2025 10:54 AM

ISRO to conduct key space experiments through Axiom-4 mission

The Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) is set to carry out significant scientific research during its journey to the International Space Station (ISS). This landmark private spaceflight will launch on Wednesday from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. NAS...

June 25, 2025 10:56 AM

Axiom-4 mission to launch today from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center

The Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), a landmark private spaceflight to the International Space Station (ISS), will launch on Wednesday from Florida's Kennedy Space Center. Axiom Space, in collaboration with NASA and SpaceX, organised the mission, which featu...

June 24, 2025 10:48 PM

PM Modi invites Mauritius PM to India, reaffirms commitment to Neighbourhood First Policy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, on Tuesday, reaffirming the deep-rooted and unique ties between the two nations. During the conversation, th...

June 24, 2025 10:13 PM

Gradually winding up evacuation exercise after ceasefire: Indian Embassy in Iran

The Indian Embassy in Iran on Tuesday evening announced that it is gradually winding down the evacuation exercise initiated during the recent military conflict in the region, following the announcement of a ceasefire. “The Embassy has closed the c...

June 24, 2025 9:49 PM

Fight against Emergency has kept democracy alive: Amit Shah

The fight against the Emergency has kept Indian democracy alive, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday, stressing that the memories of the dark days imposed by late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s “Kitchen Cabinet” should never be allowe...

June 24, 2025 9:44 PM

Tunnel projects worth Rs 3 lakh crore to be built in next 10 years as part of big infra push: Gadkari

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday said that the government has drawn up plans to build tunnel projects worth Rs 2.5–3 lakh crore over the next 10 years as part of the country’s infrastructure development. Sp...

June 24, 2025 6:57 PM

NSA Doval urges SCO countries to shun double standards on terror

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on Tuesday called on SCO countries to “shun double standards” in the fight against terrorism and take decisive action against UN-proscribed terror outfits. Speaking at the 20th meeting of SCO Security Council...

June 24, 2025 5:23 PM

Union Minister pays tribute to Kanishka bombing victims in Ireland on 40th anniversary

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, paid homage to the victims of the Air India Flight 182 tragedy at the Ahakista Memorial in Cork, Ireland, on Monday. The commemoration marked the 40th anniversary of the bombing of the...

June 24, 2025 5:38 PM

10 years of AMRUT: A decade of urban transformation in India

India marks a significant milestone as the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) completes 10 years since its launch on June 25, 2015. Introduced as a transformative initiative to improve the quality of life in urban areas, A...

June 24, 2025 4:51 PM

Wi-Fi sector projected to hit $22 billion by 2035, says Jyotiraditya Scindia

Union Minister for Communications and Development of the Northeastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Tuesday said India is fast becoming a global digital leader, with Wi-Fi expected to play a key role in bridging the digital divide. Speaking at a W...

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