Author: Malavika Subramanyan

India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, announced ambitious goals for ISRO, inspired by the Chandrayaan mission’s success. During a briefing by ISRO Chairman S. Somanath, Modi directed ISRO to establish an Indian Space Station by 2035 and send the first Indian astronaut to the moon by 2040. The timeline for India’s first human space flight is now set for 2025. Prime Minister Modi envisioned further space exploration, including interplanetary missions like a Venus Orbiter Mission and a Mars Lander, alongside a more detailed moon exploration. The Department of Space will create a roadmap for moon exploration, featuring a series of Chandrayaan…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made an exciting declaration on Saturday, confirming India’s intention to bid for the hosting rights of the 2036 Olympics. He shared this significant news during the inauguration of the 141st International Olympic Committee (IOC) session, a prestigious event held at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai. During the event, PM Modi expressed India’s enthusiasm to organize an Olympics, stating, “India is very excited to organize an Olympics.” He emphasized that the aspiration to host the 2036 Olympics is a dream cherished by 1.4 billion Indians. PM Modi pledged unwavering efforts, leaving no stone unturned, to bring…

Actress Kajol, known for her iconic role as Anjali Sharma in the 90s classic film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, celebrated the movie’s 25th anniversary in a unique way. Although she couldn’t attend the screening of the film in Mumbai, she paid tribute to her character by dressing up as Anjali. In a new reel shared on social media, Kajol sported a black track suit with a short haircut, reminiscent of her character from the film. In her caption, Kajol expressed her gratitude to director Karan Johar for the opportunity to be a part of the Dharma-verse. She reminisced about the…

Senior servitor Binayak Dasmohapatra emphasized the significance of the Puri Jagannath temple among the four dhams and the need to maintain its sanctity. He stated that implementing a dress code for all devotees is crucial due to the temple’s spiritual importance and the hundreds of thousands of pilgrims who visit for Lord Jagannath’s darshan. The Daitapati Nijog, a servitor’s body at Puri Srimandir, has been advocating for a dress code for devotees at the Puri Jagannath temple. They have expressed concerns about some visitors wearing inappropriate attire like shorts, which they believe offends the religious sentiments of other devotees. Starting…

A garba song, with lyrics composed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in years past, has been unveiled as a music video. Bollywood singer Dhvani Bhanushali, the performer of this rendition, shared the video on social media. The song’s music was crafted by Tanishk Bagchi. In her tweet on X, previously known as Twitter, Bhanushali expressed her admiration for the Garba penned by Prime Minister Modi and her desire to create a version with a fresh rhythm, composition, and flavor. She credited @Jjust_Music for bringing this song and video to life. She hopes that the Prime Minister’s poetic notes will resonate…

In a Maryland suburb near the US capital, the tallest statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of India’s Constitution, was formally inaugurated. The unveiling of the 19-feet tall “Statue of Equality” drew over 500 Indian-Americans from various parts of the United States, India, and beyond, despite heavy rain and drizzle. Many attendees traveled long distances, some up to 10 hours, considering this event historic. The statue was crafted by renowned artist Ram Sutar, known for the Statue of Unity, a statue of Sardar Patel in India. It’s referred to as the “Statue of Equality,” symbolizing the global issue…

Narendra Modi kicks off the 9th G20 Parliamentary Speakers’ Summit (P20) in New Delhi. Hosted by the Indian Parliament under India’s G20 Presidency, the summit is a gathering of global parliamentary practices. In his address, Modi described it as the “mahakumbh” of parliamentary practices, emphasizing the significance of parliaments as platforms for debate and deliberation. He lauded India’s moon landing achievement and the successful conclusion of the G20 summit, underlining the country’s role as the world’s largest democracy. Amid ongoing conflicts worldwide, particularly the Israel-Palestine situation, Modi stressed that a divided world cannot address current challenges, advocating for peace, unity,…

Approximately 200 Indian citizens who found themselves stranded in war-torn Israel have successfully returned to India through the inaugural flight of Operation Ajay, which landed in Delhi on October 13. This mission, initiated by the Indian government, aimed to facilitate the repatriation of its citizens as the situation in Israel escalated due to weekend attacks by the militant group Hamas. Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar extended a warm welcome to the returning passengers upon their arrival at the airport. The Ministry of External Affairs also shared the news, stating, “Welcome to the homeland! 1st #OperationAjay flight carrying 212 citizens touches down…

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has announced his intention to present a Diwali resolution in the US House of Representatives, acknowledging the festival of lights. He emphasized that for Sikhs, Jains, and Hindus worldwide and in the United States, Diwali symbolizes gratitude and the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Diwali holds significant cultural and religious importance for millions of Americans of Indian descent and countless others worldwide. This year, the festival is scheduled for November 12, providing an opportunity for people to come together, light lamps, and pray for good health and peace. Krishnamoorthi is reintroducing a…

India has initiated Operation Ajay to assist its citizens in returning from Israel, amid the ongoing conflict with the Hamas group in Gaza. This operation is in response to the significant Indian population of 18,000 residing in Israel. Foreign Minister S Jaishankar has affirmed the government’s dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of these nationals abroad. To facilitate this return, special charter flights and logistical arrangements are being organized. The first group of registered Indian citizens has already been notified, and they are scheduled to board the initial special flight bound for India the following day, according to the…