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NASA Astronauts Anil Menon, Jessica Meir Finish Spacewalk to Boost ISS Power System

NASA Astronauts Anil Menon, Jessica Meir Finish Spacewalk to Boost ISS Power System

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): NASA astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir have successfully completed a spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS), undertaking structural work that will pave the way for the installation of additional solar arrays. The operation was focused on upgrading a power channel on the orbital laboratory and represents part of NASA’s continuing efforts to strengthen the station’s electricity-generating capabilities. Work carried out outside space station Menon and Meir left the ISS through the Quest airlock and spent several hours working on the station’s exterior. Their primary task involved assembling a modification kit associated with the station’s power…
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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Asim Munir Perform Umrah in Makkah

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Asim Munir Perform Umrah in Makkah

Makkah (Rajeev Sharma): Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir joined other senior members of the country’s leadership to perform Umrah in the holy city of Makkah. The Pakistani delegation included Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Fatemi, besides other officials. Special visit to Kaaba Before beginning the Umrah rituals, the Pakistani delegation was accorded the opportunity to visit the Kaaba Sharif. The leaders subsequently completed the religious rites of Umrah…
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Calgary PGWP Row Puts Spotlight on Jalandhar Immigration Firm’s Alleged Role

Calgary PGWP Row Puts Spotlight on Jalandhar Immigration Firm’s Alleged Role

Jalandhar (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma): The protest by more than 1,000 Punjabi students in Calgary over the rejection of their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) applications has taken a new turn, with an alleged connection to a Jalandhar-based immigration consultancy coming under scrutiny. The students have been demonstrating in Calgary for nearly 10 days, seeking relief after their applications for work permits were rejected by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The refusals have reportedly left students who had completed diploma programmes facing uncertainty over their ability to remain in Canada. At the centre of the controversy is the Canadian Institute of…
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Donald Trump Issues New Order to Restrict ‘Birth Tourism,’ Renews Push on Birthright Citizenship

Donald Trump Issues New Order to Restrict ‘Birth Tourism,’ Renews Push on Birthright Citizenship

Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has signed a fresh executive order aimed at discouraging so-called “birth tourism,” renewing his administration’s efforts to tighten eligibility for birthright citizenship in the United States. Speaking at the White House, Trump said the existing system had been exploited by people entering the country on tourist visas with the primary intention of giving birth so their children could obtain US citizenship. He described the move as part of a broader effort to address what he called misuse of immigration laws. Senior White House adviser Stephen Miller said the order seeks to prevent…
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Donald Trump Reaffirms Iran Nuclear Red Line, Says Conflict May Be Nearing End

Donald Trump Reaffirms Iran Nuclear Red Line, Says Conflict May Be Nearing End

Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has once again asserted that Iran will not be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon, while expressing confidence that the prolonged conflict involving Tehran could soon come to an end. Addressing reporters, Trump said the US intervention in Iran was undertaken to prevent the country from becoming a nuclear-armed state, describing the move as a significant strategic decision. He maintained that denying Iran nuclear capabilities remains a central objective of his administration and suggested that recent developments indicate the conflict may not continue for much longer. "I think the war is going…
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Aster DM Quality Care Reports Strong Q1 FY27: Revenue Up 20 Per Cent to Rs 2,597 Cr, Operating EBITDA Up 30 Per Cent

Aster DM Quality Care Reports Strong Q1 FY27: Revenue Up 20 Per Cent to Rs 2,597 Cr, Operating EBITDA Up 30 Per Cent

Aster DM Quality Care Limited, one of the leading integrated healthcare service providers in India, today announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.   Aster DM Quality Care (Combined Proforma) Performance for Q1 FY27  Revenue for Q1 FY27 grew by 20% YoY to INR 2,597 Cr Operating EBITDA grew by 30% YoY to INR 576 Cr; (excl. Kasargod up by 31% Cr). Operating EBITDA margin at 22.2%, increased by 170bps YoY  Excl. Kasargod Op. EBITDA margin stood at 22.4%, increased by 190bps YoY  Kasargod Hospital achieved Monthly EBITDA break-even within 9th month of operations  ROCE stood…
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Greaves Cotton Reports 31 Percent Growth in Q1 FY27 Revenue, Strengthens Global Presence and Future-Ready Businesses

Greaves Cotton Reports 31 Percent Growth in Q1 FY27 Revenue, Strengthens Global Presence and Future-Ready Businesses

Greaves Cotton Limited reported consolidated revenue of INR 974 crore and standalone revenue of INR 629 crore for Q1 FY27, driven by disciplined execution across its businesses. The company further strengthened its international footprint with the incorporation of Greaves International Trading FZE in Dubai, UAE, while reaffirming its commitment to Greaves Electric Mobility through a INR 331 crore rights issue subscription.   Greaves Cotton posts a steady start to FY27, backed by resilient execution and its GREAVES.NEXT strategy   Greaves Cotton Limited, one of India's leading diversified engineering companies, announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, delivering a…
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Solinas Integrity Raises USD 5.5 Million in Series A1 Round Led by Hero Enterprise Partner Ventures, Co-Led by Mela Ventures

Solinas Integrity Raises USD 5.5 Million in Series A1 Round Led by Hero Enterprise Partner Ventures, Co-Led by Mela Ventures

Solinas Integrity, an IIT Madras-incubated climate deep-tech and robotics company, today announced a USD 5.5 million Series A1 funding round led by Hero Enterprise Partner Ventures and co-led by Mela Ventures, with participation from Luthra Group. Existing investor SBI Ventures, through the SVL-SME Fund, doubled down on its position, alongside continued backing from Rainmatter and 8X Ventures Fund I. The round follows Solinas's Series A, led by SBI Ventures through the SVL-SME Fund (Neev II) in May 2024, and underscores the deepening alignment between India's climate-tech innovation ecosystem and global sustainability-focused capital.   Team Solinas Integrity, robotics startup incubated at…
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New Velo Global Research Reveals the "Ripple Effect" of Self Expression

New Velo Global Research Reveals the "Ripple Effect" of Self Expression

New survey data shows four in ten (39%) adults find making genuine connections harder with age, but music and dancefloors found to be the ultimate fix Over a quarter (27%) of 25–35-year-olds say the strongest friendships are made at live music events Velo and Tomorrowland joined forces for "Echoes of Tomorrowland" to champion authentic self-expression and create a unique space for dance music fans to experience something new together.   New global research* from Velo highlights the growing need for shared experiences, as Velo launches “Echoes of Tomorrowland” – a global network of live events and synchronised livestreams that bring…
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Now, You Can Start an SIP with Bajaj AMC in Just Three Steps

Now, You Can Start an SIP with Bajaj AMC in Just Three Steps

With Bajaj Asset Management Limited’s new and simplified investment journey, you can now start an SIP in just three steps. There is no complicated application process or physical paperwork. The journey can be completed online, helping you put your investment plan into action and begin investing regularly towards your long-term goals.   Bajaj AMC’s new SIP journey   How to start an SIP with Bajaj AMC Before you begin, keep your PAN and registered mobile phone with you. You will also need access to the bank account from which your SIP instalments will be paid. Then, you need to follow…
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