Author: Malavika Subramanyan

ISRO is gearing up for preliminary test flights in preparation for the Gaganyaan mission, scheduled to commence on October 21. The first test, known as the Test Vehicle Development Flight (TV-D1), will be conducted at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This critical phase aims to assess the crew module designated for the upcoming Indian astronaut mission, slated for the following year. The evaluation will involve launching the module into space, ensuring its safe return to Earth, and executing a successful recovery in the Bay of Bengal. Minister Jitendra Singh emphasized that the Navy has initiated practice…

Members of the Indian American community actively participated in the Israel Solidarity Rally, an event organized by the Jewish United Fund, held at North Shore Congregation Israel (NSCI) in Glencoe, Illinois. This gathering had a primary purpose of raising funds to support Israel, which found itself in a state of war following a terrorist attack orchestrated by the militant group, Hamas, on October 7. In the wake of this tragic event, sentiments of unity and shared responsibility resonated within the crowd. Hemant Patel, one of the participants in the rally, emphasized the global nature of the terrorism issue, stressing that…

Teenage Indian-American inventor Gitanjali Rao was recently celebrated at the White House as one of 15 young women leaders who are making a significant impact on their communities. First Lady Jill Biden recognized these impressive individuals during the “Girls Leading Change” event on October 11, coinciding with the International Day of the Girl. Gitanjali Rao, a 17-year-old scientist from Highlands Ranch, Colorado, gained recognition for her groundbreaking lead contamination detection tool, receiving an EPA Presidential Award and the title of America’s Top Young Scientist. She also authored the book ‘Young Innovator’s Guide to STEM,’ which serves as a global STEM…

In the midst of the Israel-Hamas conflict, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a call from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. After the conversation, PM Modi expressed India’s condemnation of terrorism in all its forms. In a tweet, PM Modi extended gratitude to Netanyahu for the update on the situation and reiterated India’s unwavering support for Israel during these challenging times. Israel’s Foreign Ministry responded with a “Thank you” tweet to PM Modi’s support. Earlier, PM Modi had conveyed his deep shock at the “terrorist attacks” in Israel and expressed India’s solidarity with the nation. The conflict, which began with…

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently conducted a trajectory correction maneuver (TCM) on the Aditya L1 spacecraft, India’s inaugural solar mission. This TCM, initially planned, took place on October 6, 2023, lasting approximately 16 seconds, according to ISRO. ISRO explained that this maneuver was deemed necessary following an evaluation of the spacecraft’s trajectory after the Trans-Lagrangean Point 1 Insertion (TL1I) maneuver conducted on September 19, 2023. The TCM’s purpose was to ensure the spacecraft remains on its intended course toward achieving Halo orbit insertion around L1. ISRO conveyed that the spacecraft remains in good health and is progressing towards…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded India’s exceptional performance at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, where the nation achieved a historic milestone of 100 medals. He expressed his heartfelt congratulations to the athletes for their remarkable achievements. In a tweet, PM Modi celebrated this significant moment, saying, “A momentous achievement for India at the Asian Games! Indians celebrate our impressive 100-medal achievement, and I offer heartfelt congratulations to our exceptional athletes who made this historic milestone possible.” Additionally, Prime Minister Modi announced his intention to host an interaction with the Asian Games contingent on October 10. This recognition and interaction…

Uniphore, a leading AI-native enterprise SaaS company, proudly announces Umesh Sachdev, its Co-Founder and CEO, as the AI Innovator of 2023 by AI Developer World Conference. This recognition applauds Sachdev’s exceptional contributions to AI and machine learning, highlighting Uniphore’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation. Sachdev, a pioneer in AI and machine learning, leads Uniphore in its mission to revolutionize customer and employee experiences with AI-driven solutions for large enterprises. Under his guidance, Uniphore has developed advanced technologies to make businesses more human through AI. Jonathan Pasky, Executive Producer & Co-Founder of DevNetwork, praised Sachdev’s role in the AI/ML…

Bollywood stars Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are preparing to unveil a sneak peek of their wedding documentary, titled “RiAlity,” this month. This holds great significance for the couple, as it coincides with the one-year anniversary of their extravagant wedding festivities spanning Delhi, Lucknow, and Mumbai. Known for their unconventional roles in films, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal have a devoted fan base, and their wedding updates received immense love. Their distinctive personalities and fearless approach to life and artistry often shine through in their social media posts. Regarding the documentary, a close source to the actors explained, “RiAlity” stems…

Ubiquigent Limited, a UK-based drug discovery and development company, has appointed Dr. Rishi Shah as Head of Chemistry. Dr. Shah will oversee the company’s internal drug discovery efforts and strategic collaborations in the field of deubiquitinase (DUB) research. Jason Mundin, CEO of Ubiquigent, highlighted the significance of Dr. Shah’s appointment, emphasizing his nearly a decade of experience in heterobifunctional design and biological assay development. Dr. Shah’s expertise will play a critical role in advancing both internal and partnered DUB-focused drug discovery programs, particularly in strengthening the therapeutic focus on DUB-targeting Chimeras (DUBTACs). Dr. Shah expressed enthusiasm for joining Ubiquigent at…

Karan Johar is set to return with a fresh, more candid, and edgier season of “Koffee with Karan,” starting on October 26. This season promises to dive deeper into conversations beyond weddings and airport fashion. Karan aims to reveal the humorous and unfiltered sides of his celebrity guests, and a promo has already dropped, hinting at exciting new guests. Shah Rukh Khan expressed his anticipation for the upcoming season. In this eighth season, expect discussions that push boundaries, bring out candid revelations, and spice up the show with fresh topics. Karan Johar, the multi-talented host, producer, director, and actor, will…