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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…

05 Jun

India to Manufacture Rafale Fuselages Under Landmark Tata-Dassault Deal

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyMake in India defence, Rafale fuselage India, Tata Dassault agreement

Hyderabad, June 5, 2025 — In a major boost to India’s defence manufacturing sector, Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and French aerospace giant Dassault Aviation have signed a landmark agreement to produce complete fuselages for Rafale fighter jets in India. This is the first time in the Rafale program's history that such production will take place outside France.As part of the agreement, TASL will set up a dedicated, state-of-the-art production facility in Hyderabad to manufacture key structural components of the Rafale aircraft. This includes the front section, central fuselage, complete rear section, and lateral shells. The facility is expected to…

20 May

Airtel Partners with Google to Offer 100GB Free Cloud Storage for Six Months to Postpaid, Wi-Fi Users

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnology100GB free, Airtel, cloud storage, Google One

New Delhi, May 20, 2025: Bharti Airtel and Google have announced a strategic partnership to offer 100GB of Google One cloud storage free for six months to Airtel’s postpaid and Wi-Fi customers. The initiative targets the growing challenge of storage limitations on smartphones, offering users a seamless backup option for their data. The offer allows Airtel users to store photos, videos, documents, and even WhatsApp chats (on Android) via Google One. The storage can be shared with up to five additional people and is available for both Android and iOS platforms. After the complimentary six-month period, users will be automatically…

18 May

ISRO’s Earth Observation Mission Fails After PSLV Anomaly, Third Such Setback Since 1993

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnologyEarth Observation Satellite, EOS-09, ISRO, PSLV-C61

Sriharikota, May 18, 2025: India’s trusted space workhorse, the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), suffered a rare failure on Sunday when ISRO’s PSLV-C61 mission carrying the Earth Observation Satellite EOS-09 failed to reach orbit. The launch, which took place at 5:59 AM IST from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, ended prematurely due to an anomaly during the third stage of flight—marking the third failure for PSLV in over three decades.ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan confirmed that the issue stemmed from a sudden drop in chamber pressure in the third stage, causing the vehicle to deviate from its trajectory. Preliminary analysis suggests…

04 May

India to Launch Chip-Enabled Biometric E-Passports Nationwide in May 2025

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyBiometric Passport India, E-passport, RFID Chip Passport

National Times Bureau, May 4, 2025: India is set to introduce chip-embedded biometric e-passports across the country starting May 2025. This move aims to revolutionize travel security, cut immigration wait times, and modernize identification systems.Each new e-passport will feature a secure RFID chip that stores the holder's personal details, including fingerprints and facial recognition data. These passports conform to international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), ensuring global acceptance and smoother travel for Indian citizens.According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the chip is encrypted to prevent tampering and unauthorized access. This leap in technology is expected…

22 Apr

Israeli Scientists Introduce Eco-Friendly Alternative to Harmful Chemical Pesticides

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTechnologyEco-friendly Pesticide, Israel Scientists, Sustainable Agriculture

Tel Aviv, April 22, 2025: In a major breakthrough that could reshape the future of farming, Israeli scientists have unveiled a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. This new solution offers a way to protect crops without damaging soil health or endangering biodiversity.Developed after years of research, the product mimics the behavior of naturally occurring microorganisms that act as pest deterrents. Scientists say it targets harmful pests while leaving beneficial insects unharmed, making it safer for both ecosystems and consumers.With increasing awareness of the health risks and environmental damage caused by synthetic pesticides, the new formula is being welcomed…