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07 Jul

Tiny loops in Solar Corona can unveil Sun’s hidden explosive secrets

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnology, Trending, World NewsSolar Corono

New Delhi (National Times): A new breakthrough from astronomers reveals a dazzling world of miniature plasma loops in the lower layers of the Sun's atmosphere. These are so small and short-lived, that they have stayed hidden until now. However, they hold clues to one of the Sun’s deepest mysteries --how it stores and unleashes magnetic energy. While the Sun may appear calm to our eyes, beyond the glowing surface of the Sun lies a much less dense yet highly dynamic atmosphere made of plasma and shaped by magnetic fields. Among the most intriguing features of the Sun’s outer layer are…

29 Jun

Indian Railways to Launch Upgraded Reservation System with Seat Selection and Early Charting

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyIndian Railways, IRCTC, passenger reservation system, seat selection

New Delhi, June 29, 2025 — Indian Railways is poised to revolutionize its passenger reservation system, offering passengers the option to choose their seats much like in airlines, and rolling out several new digital features by the end of this year.A senior Railway Ministry official said the new system will not only enable seat selection but will also introduce a fare calendar to help travelers make cost-effective choices.“It also has integrated facilities for divyangjan, students, patients, etc.,” the official added.In another significant change, reservation charts currently prepared four hours before a train’s departure will now be finalized eight hours in…

28 Jun

PM Modi Hails Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s ISS Mission as Milestone for India’s Space Aspirations

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyAxiom-4 mission, International Space Station, PM Modi, Shubhanshu Shukla

New Delhi, June 28, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday spoke via video link with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is currently orbiting Earth aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission, calling his journey a historic step toward India’s future in human space exploration.In a conversation brimming with national pride, chants of “Bharat Mata ki Jai” echoed on the ISS as Modi praised the Lucknow-born astronaut’s achievement. “You are farthest from India, but closest to the hearts of all Indians,” the Prime Minister told Shukla, emphasizing that his space mission would add momentum…

26 Jun

Axiom-4 Mission: What the Crew Will Do En Route to the ISS

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnology, Trending, World NewsAxiom 4 Mission

Cape Canaveral (National Times): Following a flawless liftoff and separation, the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission is now en route to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, named Grace. The 28.5-hour journey to the orbital outpost marks a pivotal phase in private space exploration, during which the crew undertakes several critical tasks before docking. Precision Navigation En Route As part of the activation and rendezvous phase, the Dragon capsule will execute a sequence of orbital burns designed to gradually align the vehicle with the ISS gradually. These precision manoeuvres are crucial for ensuring a successful autonomous docking with the…

25 Jun

Shubhanshu Shukla Becomes First Indian to Pilot Private Mission to ISS

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnology, World NewsAxiom Mission 4, India ISS astronaut, Shubhanshu Shukla, SpaceX Falcon 9

New Delhi/Kennedy Space Center, June 25, 2025: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla has made history by becoming the first Indian to pilot a commercial spaceflight to the International Space Station (ISS), lifting off aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft as part of the Axiom Mission 4.Launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 12:01 PM IST, the mission includes three other astronauts: mission commander and former NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson, Sławosz Uznański‑Wiśniewski from Poland, and Hungary’s Tibor Kapu. The spacecraft is expected to dock with the ISS on June 26 after a 28-hour journey.Shukla, a decorated test pilot from the Indian…

19 Jun

Starship Prototype Explodes During Test at SpaceX Starbase

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnologyBoca Chica, SpaceX Starship explosion, Starbase, static fire test

Texas, June 19, 2025 — A SpaceX Starship prototype exploded late Wednesday at the Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas, during a routine static fire test, according to the company and local authorities. The incident, which occurred around 11 p.m. local time, produced a massive fireball visible from miles away but resulted in no injuries.SpaceX confirmed that the vehicle had “experienced a major anomaly” while on the test stand in preparation for its tenth planned flight. The company emphasized that a safety perimeter had been in place and personnel were evacuated before the test. Local emergency services were alerted, surrounding roads…

17 Jun

WhatsApp Set to Introduce Advertisements in Messaging App for the First Time

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnologyMeta, Status, Updates tab, WhatsApp ads

New Delhi, June 16, 2025 — In a major shift from its original ad-free promise, WhatsApp is officially preparing to roll out advertisements within its app. The move marks the first time the world’s most popular messaging platform will feature paid promotions, sparking a new era of monetization under parent company Meta.According to the latest announcement, ads will not appear in personal chats or group conversations. Instead, they will be limited to the "Updates" section a space that includes Status updates and Channels. This tab will now host targeted promotions, allowing users to view advertisements between content they follow or…

14 Jun

Oxygen Leak Resolved, Axiom-4 Mission Rescheduled for June 19

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyAxiom-4, Falcon 9 leak, June 19 launch, Shubhanshu Shukla astronaut

New Delhi, June 14, 2025 — The long-awaited Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station is back on track after engineers successfully resolved a liquid oxygen leak in the Falcon 9 rocket. Space agencies confirmed on Saturday that the new launch date is now set for June 19.The mission, which includes Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla as pilot, was initially scheduled for May 29 but had faced multiple postponements due to technical issues. A final hot-fire test earlier this month revealed a leak in the rocket's liquid oxygen system, forcing further delays.Axiom Space, NASA, and SpaceX jointly investigated…

11 Jun

Launch of Axiom-4 Mission Delayed Following LOX Leak in Falcon 9 Booster

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyAxiom‑4 mission, Falcon 9 LOx leak, Shubhanshu Shukla, SpaceX delay

Cape Canaveral (Florida), June 11, 2025 — SpaceX announced today that it has indefinitely delayed the launch of the Axiom‑4 mission after detecting a liquid oxygen (LOx) leak in the Falcon 9 rocket during post-static fire testing. The mission, which was rescheduled to launch on June 11, carries Indian Air Force pilot Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla—who would become the first Indian aboard the International Space Station in 41 years—along with a crew from the United States, Poland, and Hungary .According to SpaceX, engineers identified the leak in the booster’s propulsion bay and have “stood down from the scheduled launch to allow additional time for repairs.” The company…

08 Jun

NASA, ISRO to Launch Joint Private Space Mission with Indian Pilot on June 10

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnology, TrendingISRO, NASA

Washington DC/New Delhi (National Times): In a major milestone for international space collaboration, NASA and ISRO will jointly launch Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) on June 10, marking a historic step as Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla takes flight as the mission’s pilot. The mission, facilitated by Axiom Space, will be the fourth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS) and will include astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary. The mission is scheduled to lift off on Tuesday, June 10, from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, the crew will ride…