Reports suggest that Rohit Sharma, the former captain of the Mumbai Indians, is dissatisfied with Hardik Pandya’s leadership during the IPL 2024 season. Sharma, who led the team to five trophies over a decade, is rumored to be departing from the Mumbai Indians after the current season concludes. This shift in leadership occurred as Pandya took over the captaincy from Sharma before the IPL 2024, transitioning from his previous role as the skipper of the Gujarat Titans. Pandya’s appointment drew attention from fans, particularly as he replaced the longstanding captain of Mumbai. However, despite the anticipation surrounding Pandya’s leadership, the…
Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee
Shradhanjali Mukherjee
Salina Shah
Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir anticipates a rare celestial phenomenon coinciding with Ram Navami on April 17. Devotees visiting the temple will witness an extraordinary annual occurrence where sunlight will cast a divine ’tilak’ on the new Ram Lalla idol’s forehead. Termed ‘Surya Tilak’ and hailed as a blend of science, engineering, and spirituality, the temple trust officials and scientists behind the mechanism emphasize its exclusivity to Ram Navami, celebrating Lord Ram’s birth. Chief scientist R. Dharamraju of CSIR-Central Building Research Institute, responsible for the Surya Tilak Mechanism, explained its functioning. Using lenses and reflective mirrors, sunlight is channeled from the third…
In a joint statement with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia appears to echo India’s position on Jammu and Kashmir. Following a meeting between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, the statement emphasizes the need for India and Pakistan to resolve their “outstanding issues” bilaterally, notably the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, to ensure regional peace and stability. The joint declaration underscores the significance of dialogue between India and Pakistan to address their longstanding issues, particularly the Jammu and Kashmir conflict, with the aim of fostering peace and stability in the region. During their discussions, the leaders…
In alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reiterated assertions of securing a third term and his resolve to commence swift action, senior government officials have commenced drafting an action plan for the incoming administration. Key focuses include streamlining ministries, expanding the number of Indian missions abroad by 20% to 150 within six years, attracting greater private investment in infrastructure, and establishing a smoother land acquisition mechanism for priority projects. A preliminary draft paper, slated for discussion in meetings convened by the cabinet secretary this month, outlines ambitious targets. These targets encompass doubling the proportion of senior citizens benefiting from pension…
Sethuraman Panchanathan, an Indian American and director of the National Science Foundation (NSF), is slated to deliver the commencement address for Northeastern University’s 2024 graduate student ceremony on May 5 at Boston’s Fenway Park. As a computer scientist and engineer, Panchanathan assumed leadership at NSF in June 2020, overseeing its mission to advance scientific discovery, technological innovation, and STEM education in the U.S. With a budget of approximately $9.5 billion, NSF plays a pivotal role in driving groundbreaking research and fostering future leaders in science and technology. Northeastern University President Joseph E. Aoun praised Panchanathan’s contributions to scientific advancement, particularly…
LMW Advanced Technology Centre supplies Ogive Payload Fairing to ISRO for GSLV MK-III, bolstering India’s space endeavors.Coimbatore-based LMW Advanced Technology Centre (LMW ATC), specializing in the space and aerospace sectors, has recently supplied a 5-meter diameter Ogive Payload Fairing to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for GSLV MK-III missions. This fairing, which transports satellites into orbit, is constructed using carbon composites and stands at 10.75 meters tall. LMW, comprising metallics and composites divisions, fabricated the payload fairing. Sanjay Jayavarthanavelu, the Chairman and Managing Director of LMW, presented the hardware documents to ISRO Chairman S. Somanath. The unveiling of the…
The BMW Group and Tata Technologies Ltd have forged an alliance to establish a joint venture (JV), aiming to create an automotive software and IT development center in Pune, Bengaluru, and Chennai. This collaboration will utilize Tata Technologies’ expertise in digital engineering and talent pool to bolster BMW’s strategic endeavor to enhance software coding capabilities globally and ensure round-the-clock operations. Their focus will encompass strategic software development, particularly solutions for software-defined vehicles (SDV), with a special emphasis on automotive software such as automated driving, infotainment, and digital services. In the realm of business IT, the emphasis will be on digitalization…
The recent collision involving the cargo ship Dali and the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has brought attention to the remarkable success story of Synergy Maritime Group, founded by Rajesh Unni in 2006. From initially managing around 30 ships in the early 2010s, Synergy’s fleet has expanded to approximately 660 vessels today, with a growth rate of about 50 ships per year. This growth underscores the trust placed in Synergy by ship owners worldwide. The crew of the Dali, entirely Indian, escaped the accident with minor injuries, highlighting the safety measures onboard. However, such incidents can prompt scrutiny from…
Bachendri Pal, born on May 24, 1954, in Nakuri, India, is a renowned Indian mountaineer. In 1984, she achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian woman to conquer Mount Everest. Pal hails from a humble background in what is now Uttarakhand, being one of seven siblings. Despite encountering resistance from her family and relatives, she pursued her passion for mountaineering instead of opting for a conventional career as a schoolteacher. Despite the initial challenges, she excelled in her field. After successfully scaling several smaller peaks, she was chosen to join India’s inaugural mixed-gender expedition to Mount Everest. During…
Amitav Ghosh, an author originally from India and currently based in New York, has been honored with the Erasmus Prize 2024 by the Praemium Erasmianum Foundation, a cultural institution in the Netherlands. This prestigious award includes a monetary prize of US $163,947 (€150,000), scheduled to be presented in the autumn of 2024. Ghosh expressed his joy and deep gratitude upon receiving this recognition. Ghosh’s selection for the award stems from his significant contribution to the theme of ‘imagining the unthinkable’ and his efforts to shed light on the pressing global issue of climate change through his literary works. The Foundation…
