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Sponsor Details:This episode is brought to you with the support of Insta360 - for incredible 360 degree videos you really need to check their cameras out. To see the range and claim your free offer, visit store.insta360.com and use the coupon code SpaceTime at checkout.In this episode of SpaceTime, we explore some mind-bending revelations about the universe, including a new estimate for its ultimate fate, the peculiar gravity of the asteroid Bennu, and India's ambitious plans for its first manned spaceflight.The Universe's Unexpected Expiration DateA groundbreaking study suggests that the universe could meet its end in a mere 10^78 years, significantly sooner than the previously estimated 10^1100 years. This revelation, based on calculations involving Hawking radiation, sheds light on how black holes and other celestial bodies lose mass over time. We discuss the implications of this research and the fascinating mechanics behind black hole evaporation, including the surprising equivalence in decay rates between neutron stars and black holes.Gravity's Quirks on Asteroid BennuAstronomers have uncovered bizarre gravitational dynamics at play on the near-Earth asteroid Bennu, based on data from NASA's Osiris Rex mission. This small celestial body exists in a delicate balance between gravity and centrifugal forces, creating a unique environment that could lead to its eventual disintegration. We delve into how Bennu's increasing rotation might impact its structural integrity and potential future interactions with Earth.India's Manned Spaceflight AmbitionsThe Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has announced plans for its first manned spaceflight, set to launch in early 2027. This historic mission will follow an unmanned test flight of the Gaganyan spacecraft, which is designed to carry a crew into low Earth orbit. We discuss the training and preparations of the selected Indian Air Force pilots and the technical challenges ISRO faces as it embarks on this new frontier in space exploration.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesJournal of Cosmology and Astroparticle Physicshttps://www.cosmos.esa.int/cosmologyNature Astronomyhttps://www.nature.com/natastronomy/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-space-astronomy--2458531/support.00:00 This is Space Time Series 28, Episode 63 for broadcast on 26 May 202501:00 New estimates on the universe's end12:30 The strange gravity of asteroid Bennu22:45 India's plans for its first manned spaceflight30:00 Science report: Herpes virus linked to Alzheimer's disease
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Chief of the National Political Bureau Manoj C.G. about India's efforts to rally global support for its fight against terrorism originating from Pakistan. He talks about the seven multi-party delegations that will visit various countries to convey India's message in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the Indian Space Research Organisation's 101st mission which ended up failing due to a malfunction in the PSLV rocket which was carrying the EOS-09 satellite to its designated orbit. (13:51)Lastly, we speak about the ordeal of a Dalit woman who was wrongly accused of theft. (23:27)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
Why did ISRO's PSLV-C61 mission fail?
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ISRO के पूर्व प्रमुख कृष्णास्वामी कस्तूरीरंगन का आज सुबह हुआ निधन, श्रीनगर में LG मनोज सिन्हा से मुलाकात करेंगे राहुल गांधी, मानहानि केस में मेधा पाटकर हुईं रिहा, केंद्रीय मंत्री अमित शाह ने राज्यों से पाकिस्तानियों को वापस भेजने का दिया निर्देश, NSE देगा पहलगाम हमले के हर पीड़ित परिवार को आर्थिक मदद, वीर सावरकर पर टिपण्णी मामले में सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने दी राहुल गांधी को हिदायत, राष्ट्रपति द्रोपदी मुर्मू हुईं वेटिकन के लिए रवाना और यूपी बोर्ड ने किए 10वीं और 12वीं के रिजल्ट जारी. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए शाम 4 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें.
Through an equal partnership between NASA and the India Space Research Organization, NASA is preparing to send the first-of-its-kind dual band radar satellite into space.
This is is the catch up on 3things by The Indian express and I am Niharika Nanda.Today is the 21st of April and here are today's headlinesToday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the policies that his government is working on are going to shape the future of the next 1,000 years. Addressing an event organised on the occasion of Civil Services Day, Modi said the holistic development of India means no village, no family and no citizen is left behind. He said quote “The policies we are working on today and the decisions we are making are going to shape the future of the next 1,000 years,” unquote.Pope Francis passed away after prolonged illness in Rome today, the Vatican confirmed in a video statement. Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo announced, quote “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church,” unquote. Pope Francis was hospitalised on 14th February, following complications from bronchitis and was diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia four days later. He spent over a month in medical care before returning to his residence to continue his recovery.Police in Odisha's Jharsuguda district arrested two people allegedly involved in the killing of the father-son duo in neighbouring West Bengal's Murshidabad district during the violence over the Waqf law. The two arrested persons are Bani Israel and Sefaul Haque, residents of Sulitala village under Samserganj police station area of Murshidabad district. On April 11, Hargobindo Das (72) and Chandan Das (40), were allegedly hacked to death in Samserganj block of Murshidabad district.Today, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said that ISRO successfully performed the second docking of satellites as part of its Spadex missions. He said more experiments are planned in the next two weeks. The PSLV-C60 / Space Docking Experiment (SPADEX) mission was successfully launched on 30th December 2024. Thereafter the satellites were docked for the first time on 16th January, 16 and successfully undocked on 13th March.China has warned that it would take “resolute and reciprocal” countermeasures against countries that strike trade deals with the United States at the expense of Chinese interests, in the latest escalation of tensions between the world's two largest economies. The warning came from China's Ministry of Commerce in response to reports that the Trump administration is pressuring nations seeking tariff relief from the US to reduce trade ties with China. the ministry said in a statement that China firmly opposes any party reaching a deal at the expense of China's interests.That's all for today. This was the CatchUp on 3 Things by The Indian Express.
The space sector is data-rich but insight-poor. Jack Kuhr, head of research at Payload Space, joins the show to unpack how business, budgeting, and performance data—not spacecraft science—can shape investments, drive growth, and influence policy. Is there a data crisis in the space industry? What gets measured, what gets missed, and how does that shape the decisions we make about space? Kuhr shares his approach to surfacing the real story behind the numbers—and why clarity, context, and narratives matter. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/lies-and-space-dataSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
India's SPADEX (Space Docking Experiment) mission, led by ISRO, aims to demonstrate autonomous docking between two spacecraft. It is sort of like a hug in an orbit in space. This skill is critical for future lunar bases, satellite servicing, and space stations. Think of it like high-tech Lego in space—snapping parts together perfectly! A big step for India's space adventures, given India's ambitions for deep-space exploration.Other interesting things1. We write a weekly newsletter on current events and news stories that help kids and families appreciate the world around us. It is called 'Lighter Side' and is free. Check it out here.2. If you are aged between 8-14 and would like to speak on this podcast channel, please drop us a note via email at hello@wsnt.in.3. Our children's magazine 'Bag of tales - 2024' can be purchased here. It costs INR 399/-.Order it here.4. To support us and keep the production of this podcast ad-free, you can buy us a cup of coffee here
This episode of "Thermal Lens" features Dr. Claire Bulgin, a Senior Research Scientist in Earth Observation at the University of Reading.Claire takes us into the often-overlooked world of uncertainties in land surface temperature (LST) measurements and elaborates on the differences between error and uncertainty, the roles of accuracy, precision, and bias, and the challenges of calculating and communicating uncertainties. Claire breaks down how current satellite missions address these issues, the common sources of uncertainty, and what goes into building reliable uncertainty budgets.We also discuss her recommendations for both satellite data providers and users on how to better provide, interpret, and apply uncertainty information. Whether you're working in climate services, agriculture, or environmental monitoring, this conversation is packed with insights into how uncertainty shapes our understanding of the Earth's surface.This episode is hosted by Jennifer Susan Adams, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Zurich and Rachana Mamidi, a Space Engineer & Podcaster based in Berlin.Links to resources mentioned in the episode: The LST CCI project webpage - https://climate.esa.int/en/projects/land-surface-temperature/LST CCI product user guide - https://admin.climate.esa.int/media/documents/LST-CCI-D4.3-PUG_-_i2r0_-_Product_User_Guide.pdfUncertainty budget document - https://admin.climate.esa.int/media/documents/LST-CCI-D2.3-E3UB_-_i3r0_-_End-to-End_ECV_Uncertainty_Budget.pdfFor users with a strong mathematical background, the entire document will be accessible. For those less comfortable with mathematics, attention should be directed to the last three pages, where the key examples are presented.LST CCI Climate Assessment Report - https://admin.climate.esa.int/media/documents/LST_cci-D5.1-CAR_-_i3r0_-_Phase2_Climate_Assessment_Report.pdfChapters:(00:00) - Intro (01:07) - Episode Summary (02:09) - Diving into Uncertainty and Error (05:22) - Importance of Uncertainty in Data (08:12) - Calculating Uncertainty Budgets (12:59) - Lifecycle of Uncertainty in Satellite Data (24:55) - Challenges in Computing Uncertainties (28:18) - Educating Users on Uncertainty (30:14) - European Space Agency's LST_CCI Project (37:34) - Resources for Learning About Uncertainty (39:21) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Preview: Colleague Bob Zimmerman reports on the ISRO lunar lander Vikram that detects abundant water molecules on the moon. More later 1961
Philosopher Rebecca Lowe joins us to explore how the ideas of classical liberalism can provide fresh insight into humanity’s activities in space. Our conversation explores the philosophical tensions between individual freedom and societal good, the instrumental and intrinsic value of space activities, and the uniquely accessible nature of space science and exploration. From a novel approach to lunar property rights and the opportunities to support human flourishing, Lowe offers a thought-provoking vision of how philosophical traditions can inform our cosmic ambitions. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/classical-liberalism-in-spaceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ISRO has made remarkable strides in space technology, with multiple world records and milestones that prove time-and-again that ISRO is one of the leading space research institutions of the world. These achievements demonstrate ISRO's capabilities and commitment to advancing space research.And at the frontier of some of the great milestones is Dr. Somanath, former chairman of ISRO, who played a crucial role in shaping India's space program. Under his leadership, ISRO achieved numerous milestones, including the successful launch of several satellites and spacecraft. His vision and expertise have left a lasting impact on India's space research endeavors.Tune into this conversation with a visionary from India's space program and gain some valuable insights on space exploration. Resource List - ISRO Official Website - www.isro.gov.in ISRO Missions Page - www.isro.gov.in/Mission.html ISRO Profile - www.isro.gov.in/profile.html ISRO History, Missions & Achievements - www.sriramsias.com/blog/isro-history-missions-achievements/ About Dr. Somanath - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S._Somanath https://pwonlyias.com/s-somanath-biography/ https://www.iafastro.org/biographie/s-somanath.html Chandrayaan-3 - https://www.eoportal.org/satellite-missions/chandrayaan-3#propulsionmodule More about PSLV - https://www.isro.gov.in/PSLV_CON.htmlhttps://www.isro.gov.in/PSLV_Launchers.htmlhttps://www.nsilindia.co.in/pslv-productionNASA's Scout Rocket Family - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scout_(rocket_family) Starship by SpaceX - https://www.spacex.com/vehicles/starship/ More about NGLV -https://www.drishtiias.com/printpdf/isro-s-next-gen-launch-vehicle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Next_Generation_Launch_Vehiclehttps://youtu.be/hcbpU6dtMTA?feature=shared What is a Semi-Cryogenic Engine? -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SCE-200 ISRO's Gaganyaan Mission - https://www.isro.gov.in/Gaganyaan.html More about Gaganyaan's Test Vehicle - https://www.isro.gov.in/media_isro/pdf/TVD1/TVD1_Brochure_new.pdf Read more about ISRO's SpaDeX Mission - https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/specificdocs/documents/2025/jan/doc2025116486201.pdfhttps://www.isro.gov.in/mission_SpaDeX.html https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/isro-successfully-executes-spadex-docking-experiment-india-joins-elite-club-of-nations/article69103462.eceChandrayaan-4 Mission - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandrayaan-4 https://www.isro.gov.in/UnionCabinetApprovesIndiasMission.html Aditya L1 Mission - https://www.isro.gov.in/Aditya_L1.html https://www.isro.gov.in/Aditya_L1-MissionDetails.html
First, Varinder Bhatia details The Indian Express investigation, conducted in collaboration with CBC News, to track Simran Preet Panesar, one of the key figures in Canada's biggest gold heist.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about space mission technologies developed by ISRO that can be utilized in everyday life. (09:45)Lastly, we discuss Ranveer Allahbadia's Supreme Court plea hearing and what the apex court had to say about his 'obscene' remarks. (19:02)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E30In this episode of Astronomy Daily, host Anna delves into the latest developments in the space industry, highlighting the challenges and triumphs that define our exploration of the cosmos. From Boeing's financial struggles with the Starliner program to a busy week of launches, this episode is filled with insights that will keep you informed and engaged.Highlights:- Boeing's Starliner Challenges: Discover the staggering financial hurdles Boeing faces with their CST100 Starliner program, reporting a loss of $523 million in 2024 alone. Learn about the implications of these setbacks for commercial crew transportation to the International Space Station and the uncertainties surrounding the spacecraft's next flight.- A Busy Week in Space Launches: Join us as we explore an exceptionally active week in spaceflight, featuring multiple missions from Rocket Lab, Blue Origin, and SpaceX. From nanosatellites to lunar gravity simulations, these launches showcase the dynamic nature of the modern space industry.- India's Navigation Satellite Mission: Hear about the challenges faced by India's first space mission of 2025, which encountered a valve issue during deployment, leaving the satellite stranded in an elliptical orbit. Discover the innovative solutions being explored by ISRO to salvage the mission.- Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence: Dive into one of the largest CETI experiments ever conducted, where researchers have examined data from nearly 1 million cosmic objects in search of signals from advanced civilizations. While no definitive signs were found, the project represents a significant milestone in our quest to understand our place in the universe.- The Growing Issue of Space Debris: Explore the increasing risks posed by space debris to aviation safety, as new research highlights the intersection of falling objects and busy airspaces. Learn about the challenges aviation authorities face in balancing safety with economic impacts.- Discovering Ultra Hot Jupiters: Uncover groundbreaking findings about WASP121b, an extraordinary planet that challenges our understanding of planetary formation. With extreme temperatures and a unique composition, this discovery may prompt a reevaluation of how gas giants develop.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, Tumblr, and TikTok. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.00:00 - Welcome back to Astronomy Daily01:02 - Boeing's financial struggles with Starliner05:30 - Overview of a busy week in space launches10:15 - India's navigation satellite mission challenges14:00 - Large CETI experiment results18:20 - Space debris risks to aviation safety22:00 - Discoveries about ultra hot Jupiter WASP121b25:00 - Conclusion and upcoming content✍️ Episode ReferencesBoeing Starliner[Boeing Starliner](https://www.boeing.com/space/starliner)Rocket Lab[Rocket Lab](https://www.rocketlabusa.com)Blue Origin[Blue Origin](https://www.blueorigin.com)ISRO[ISRO](https://www.isro.gov.in)CETI Experiment[CETI Experiment](https://www.seti.org)Space Debris Research[Space Debris Research](https://www.scientificreports.com)WASP121b[WASP121b](https://exoplanet.eu)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily--5648921/support.
विपक्षी सांसदों ने किया लोकसभा में हंगामा, मिल्कीपुर विधानसभा उपचुनाव और दिल्ली में चुनावी प्रचार का आख़िरी दिन, हरियाणा सरकार ने घोषित की 5 फ़रवरी की छुट्ठी, सुप्रीम कोर्ट में आज होगी आज महिला-केंद्रित कानूनों पर सुनवाई, ISRO के 100वें NVS-02 सैटेलाइट मिशन में तकनीकी ख़राबी, आज सेंसेक्स में 559 अंक से ज़्यादा की गिरावट, डोनाल्ड ट्रम्प ने लगाई साउथ अफ्रीका पर फंडिंग की रोक, टैरिफ वॉर के बारे में क्या बोली निर्मला सीतारमण और भारतीय संगीतकार ने जीता ग्रैमी अवार्ड. सिर्फ़ 5 मिनट में सुनिए दोपहर 1 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें
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This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 29th of January and here are the headlines.Following a stampede-like incident at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed concern over the tragedy, offering condolences and ensuring the injured are receiving treatment. Opposition parties criticized the government for mismanagement and the prioritization of VIPs over common devotees. Despite these tensions, Adityanath assured the public that the situation is under control, urging pilgrims to remain cautious as the mela continues.The Haryana government has decided to file a case against AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal for his claims that the BJP government is poisoning Delhi's water supply. The statement has sparked panic across both states, prompting Haryana officials to take legal action. Kejriwal faces further backlash as Haryana's Chief Minister demands an apology or faces a defamation suit, intensifying political tensions between AAP and the BJP in both Haryana and Delhi.The Indian government has launched the National Critical Minerals Mission (NCMM), a Rs 16,300 crore initiative to reduce the country's dependency on foreign mineral imports. The mission focuses on domestic exploration, mining, and processing of essential minerals to support technological growth and industrial needs. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasized the importance of securing India's mineral future as the nation seeks to strengthen its economic infrastructure and ensure sustainability in key industries.The Joint Committee of Parliament has adopted its report on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, despite criticism from Opposition MPs about the rushed process and lack of sufficient review time. The bill, which proposes changes to the management of Waqf properties, has sparked disagreement within the committee. Opposition leaders have raised concerns about the short notice to review the 655-page report, accusing the government of undermining parliamentary procedures in the final stages of the bill's consideration.The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a major milestone by completing its 100th satellite launch, placing the NVS-02 navigational satellite in orbit. This success underlines India's growing space capabilities, with ISRO having launched 548 satellites, including a significant number of foreign satellites. The milestone highlights India's increasing role in global space exploration and its commitment to advancing its navigation systems, further cementing ISRO's reputation as a leader in space technology.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by the Indian Express.
Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E24In this episode of Astronomy Daily, host Anna takes you on an exhilarating journey through the latest advancements in space exploration and astronomical research. From groundbreaking telescope technology in Australia to astonishing discoveries made by the James Webb Space Telescope, this episode is packed with insights that will expand your understanding of the universe.Highlights:- CRACO Telescope Technology: Discover how the revolutionary CRACO telescope system is transforming our ability to detect cosmic signals, processing an astonishing 100 billion pixels per second to identify rare cosmic events.- Upcoming Launch Schedule: Get the scoop on a busy week ahead in space launches, including SpaceX's multiple missions, Blue Origin's uncrewed New Shepard flight simulating lunar gravity, and India's ISRO launching their NVS02 navigation satellite.- James Webb's Supermassive Black Holes: Learn about the extraordinary findings from the James Webb Space Telescope, revealing supermassive black holes that challenge our understanding of galactic evolution in the early universe.- Research on Population 3 Stars: Delve into new research that uncovers the growth limitations of the universe's first stars, known as Population 3 stars, due to the influence of magnetic fields.- Ingenuity's Martian Discoveries: Explore how NASA's Ingenuity helicopter has recorded unexpected high wind speeds on Mars, providing valuable data for future missions.- Vera Rubin Observatory's Ambitious Survey: Look ahead to the Vera Rubin Observatory's upcoming 10-year survey, which aims to revolutionize our understanding of dark energy through the detection of Type Ia supernovae.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, Tumblr, and TikTok. Share your thoughts and connect with fellow space enthusiasts. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.00:00 - Astronomy Daily brings you the latest in space and astronomy news00:50 - Krako telescope technology transforms cosmic signal detection03:20 - Packed launch schedule featuring SpaceX, Blue Origin, and more06:15 - James Webb Space Telescope discovers supermassive black holes09:30 - New insights into Population 3 stars and their growth limits12:20 - Ingenuity helicopter records surprising wind speeds on Mars15:00 - Vera Rubin Observatory prepares for groundbreaking dark energy survey✍️ Episode ReferencesCSIRO[CSIRO](https://www.csiro.au)James Webb Space Telescope[JWST](https://www.jwst.nasa.gov)NASA[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov)Vera Rubin Observatory[Rubin Observatory](https://www Rubinobservatory.org)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](https://www.astronomydaily.io)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily--5648921/support.
This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 23rd of January and here are the headlines.The Indian stock market has seen a significant downturn since the Sensex hit an all-time high of Rs 85,978.84 on September 27 last year. Over the past four months, the benchmark index has dropped by 10,000 points, or 11.79%, causing major losses for investors. The NSE Nifty Index also fell by 12.38%. Large-cap stocks experienced the biggest losses, with a 13.27% decline, driven by heavy selling from foreign investors, marking a sharp reversal in market fortunes.A SIM card from the village of Bara Andulia in West Bengal's Nadia district, near the Bangladesh border, was linked to Shariful Islam, the man accused of stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan. While it may seem surprising, villagers aren't shocked, as many locals work in Mumbai's hotels and bars, where Shariful also found employment. His father, Md Ruhul Amin Fakir, revealed that Shariful entered India illegally through a middleman last year, worked in West Bengal, and then moved to Mumbai.Before taking over as chairperson of ISRO, Dr. V Narayanan visited his hometown, Melakattuvilai in Tamil Nadu, where nearly 600 people gathered to celebrate his achievements. Coming from a farming family, he studied under kerosene lamps until his house was electrified in ninth grade. Narayanan played a key role in developing India's cryogenic engine program, which powers the LVM3 launch vehicle. Speaking to The Indian Express, he shared insights on his journey and upcoming ISRO missions, marking seven years at LPSC.Six days after a 35-year-old woman went missing in Hyderabad, her husband Wednesday claimed he had killed her and disposed of her body parts at different locations, including the neighbouring Jillellaguda lake, the police said. The police, however, said they are verifying the claims by the 45-year-old ex-serviceman from the Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, who said he dismembered his wife's body after killing her and cooked the parts in a pressure cooker. The man, identified as Gurumurthy, works as an outsourced security guard at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) facility in Kanchan Bagh. They said they had not found any body parts of the woman, P Venkata Madhavi, said to have been dumped by Gurumurthy.For the second time in a month, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed support for the H1B visa program, emphasizing the need for "very competent" people. Speaking at a White House press conference with Oracle CTO Larry Ellison, Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Trump stated that while he appreciates both sides of the argument, he values skilled individuals entering the U.S., even if they train others with fewer qualifications, stressing that it's not limited to engineers but applies to all levels.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by the Indian Express
This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma.Today is the 17th of January and here are this week's headlines.An estimated 40 crore people are expected to descend on the banks of the Ganga in Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela, which commenced on Monday and will end on February 26. Besides this, 50 lakh pilgrims and sadhus plan to stay in camps for the entire duration of the event. The spiritual festival, held every 12 years, attracts millions of devotees who gather to bathe at the sacred Triveni Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers converge. It is the world's biggest religious gathering, with deep links to Hindu mythology wherein participants seek forgiveness for their sins and aspire for Moksha, or spiritual liberation.Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Z-Morh tunnel at Sonamarg, a strategic infrastructural project that is key to all-weather connectivity to Ladakh. The tunnel has been renamed as Sonamarg tunnel, after the famous tourist resort that will have round-the-year connectivity after this project. PM Modi inspected the 6.5-kilometre tunnel and interacted with workers who played a role in its construction. The soft-opening of the tunnel was carried out in February last year, but Assembly elections delayed the project's official inauguration.The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully docked its SpaDeX satellites on Thursday, after bringing them within 3 meters of each other. Following the docking, ISRO confirmed the satellites were functioning as a single unit. The space agency mentioned that undocking and power transfer checks would follow in the coming days. The docking process had previously been delayed twice, on 7th and 9th of January, due to technical issues. The satellites were launched on 30th December.On the global front, Los Angeles firefighters faced high winds over the week as they battled two massive wildfires that have caused extensive destruction, killing at least 24 people. The fires, which have scorched an area the size of Washington D.C., were egzazzerbated by Santa Ana winds, with gusts reaching up to 75 mph. Over 8,500 firefighters worked tirelessly to contain the blazes and prevent further spread, as authorities issued a red flag warning for dangerous conditions in the region.Meanwhile, a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israeli negotiators is set to end the 15-month Gaza conflict, with the deal taking effect on January 19. The agreement, brokered by US President Joe Biden, includes swapping hostages for imprisoned Palestinians in Israel. Biden, who played a pivotal role in the negotiations, views this achievement as a significant foreign policy legacy. While he is credited with ending the bloodiest phase of the Israel-Gaza conflict, he shares this accomplishment with his successor, Donald Trump.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by the Indian Express
This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 16th of January and here are the headlines.The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully docked its SpaDeX satellites on Thursday, after bringing them within 3 meters of each other. Following the docking, ISRO confirmed the satellites were functioning as a single unit. The space agency mentioned that undocking and power transfer checks would follow in the coming days. The docking process had previously been delayed twice, on January 7 and 9, due to technical issues. The satellites were launched on December 30.Saif Ali Khan, after undergoing surgery for stab wounds sustained in a home attack, is now in stable condition, according to doctors at Lilavati Hospital. The attack occurred early Thursday when an intruder stabbed Khan multiple times, including a serious wound near his spine. Police believe the attacker may be linked to a domestic worker who allowed him entry. The intruder was briefly locked in a room but managed to escape. Theft is suspected as the motive.Nearly 50,000 international students failed to show up at Canadian colleges and universities in March-April 2024, with Indian students making up a significant portion. Of the 20,000 “no-shows,” 5.4% were from India, representing a sizeable portion of the country's study permit holders. This data, compiled under the International Student Compliance Regime, highlights the non-compliance of 6.9% of international students, prompting educational institutions to report on enrolment twice a year to ensure adherence to study permits.Hindenburg Research, the US-based short seller whose allegations caused significant financial turmoil, including for India's Adani Group, has announced its closure. The decision to disband the firm came shortly after US Congressman Lance Gooden wrote to Attorney General Merrick Garland, asking for clarification on the US Department of Justice's case against Adani. The letter highlighted concerns over the investigation's focus on a foreign company while Hindenburg's own role in global financial disruptions has been scrutinized.A ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israeli negotiators is set to end the 15-month Gaza conflict, with the deal taking effect on January 19. The agreement, brokered by US President Joe Biden, includes swapping hostages for imprisoned Palestinians in Israel. Biden, who played a pivotal role in the negotiations, views this achievement as a significant foreign policy legacy. While he is credited with ending the bloodiest phase of the Israel-Gaza conflict, he shares this accomplishment with his successor, Donald Trump.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by the Indian Express.
अभिनेता सैफ़ अली ख़ान को छह जगह आई चोटें, प्रयागराज महाकुंभ का आज चौथा दिन, ISRO के मुताबिक स्पैडेक्स के तहत उपग्रहों ने ‘डॉकिंग' सफलतापूर्वक पूरी की, दिल्ली की राउज एवेन्यू कोर्ट ने दिल्ली CM आतिशी और AAP सांसद संजय सिंह को जारी किया नोटिस, पंजाब में 2 महीने के भीतर आतंकियों ने 10वां धमाका, अमेरिका ने 3 भारतीय परमाणु संस्थाओं पर 20 साल से लगा प्रतिबंध हटाया और युद्ध विराम से पहले इज़रायल ने किया हमास पर हमला. सुनिए दोपहर 1 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें सिर्फ 5 मिनट में.
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Saurabh Parashar about the Himachal scholarship scam. He shares how the scam was uncovered, what all has been revealed in CBI's investigation, and how an ED assistant director allegedly was involved in the case.Next, The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt speaks to us about ISRO's SpaDex Mission which was launched at the end of 2024. She talks about the project, its importance and how it will massively impact future missions like Chandrayaan 4. (9:46)Finally, we talk about the efforts being made by the government to control and reduce financial fraud and cyber-crimes and how the centre was able to decline six lakh fraudulent transactions and save Rs 1,800 crore. (20:26)Produced and hosted by Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
आंध्र प्रदेश के तिरुपति में मची भगदड़ में छह लोगों की मौत, सेम सेक्स मैरिज को मान्यता देने के लिए लगाई गई पुनर्विचार याचिकाओं पर आज होगी सुनवाई, पंजाब के गुरप्रीत सिंह हत्याकांड में पुलिस ने सभी आरोपियों के खिलाफ लगाया UAPA, दिल्ली विधानसभा चुनाव में महज 27 दिन बाकी हैं और इस बीच मुख्यमंत्री आतिशी ने मुख्य चुनाव आयुक्त को एक और चिट्ठी लिखी, हरियाणा-पंजाब के खनौरी बॉर्डर पर आमरण अनशन कर रहे किसान नेता जगजीत सिंह डल्लेवाल की हालत नाजुक और ISRO ने आज होने वाले स्पेस डॉकिंग एक्सपेरिमेंट फिर टाला. सुनिए सुबह 10 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें सिर्फ 5 मिनट में.
Dr. V. Narayanan has been appointed as the new Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman. JAXA's first wooden satellite in space has been deployed from the International Space Station. D-Orbit has signed a Launch Service Contract with Pale Blue Inc, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is Tony Brown, Founder & President of the AFCEA Space Coast Chapter. You can connect with Tony on LinkedIn, and learn more about the AFCEA Space Coast Chapter on their website. Selected Reading V Narayanan appointed new Isro chairman- India News FACT SHEET: The United States and India Committed to Strengthening Strategic Technology Partnership Isro postpones SpaDeX docking again, says satellites ate safe - India Today JAXA's First Wooden Satellite Deploys from Space Station - NASA D-Orbit to Perform In-Orbit Validation of Pale Blue's Water-Based Propulsion System Rocket Lab Selected by Kratos to Deliver Hypersonic Test Launches for DoD with HASTE Rocket- Business Wire Gilat Completes Acquisition of Stellar Blu Solutions LLC Japan links Chinese hacker MirrorFace to dozens of cyberattacks targeting security and tech data | AP News Rivada Expands Asia Pacific Team How Elon Musk's Space X is looking to gain ground in Italy- Reuters AFCEA Space Coast Chapter and SpaceCom Forge Strategic Agreement, Launch Inaugural Acquisition Panel Series at SpaceCom 2025 Physicists Unveil Radical Plan to Send a Probe Into Interstellar Space : ScienceAlert T-Minus Crew Survey We want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It'll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 8th of January and here are today's headlines.AAP Leaders Protest Near PM's Residence, Demand Media Tour of HouseAAP leaders Saurabh Bharadwaj and Sanjay Singh staged a protest near the Prime Minister's official residence at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, Delhi, but were blocked by security forces. Bharadwaj criticized the BJP-controlled police, questioning why the public is prevented from viewing the PM's residence. The leaders also questioned the barricading at the 6 Flagstaff bungalow and demanded that the media be allowed a tour amid allegations of extravagant modifications made during former CM Arvind Kejriwal's tenure.Priyanka Gandhi Calls Ramesh Bidhuri's Remarks 'Ridiculous'Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra dismissed former BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri's controversial remark about her cheeks as “ridiculous,” emphasizing that important issues should dominate the Delhi assembly polls. Responding to the jibe, Priyanka mocked BJP candidate from Kalkaji, Ramesh Bidhuri, by questioning his own appearance. She stated that such irrelevant matters should not be discussed and stressed the need to focus on serious political issues instead of personal attacks ahead of the upcoming elections.Dr. V. Narayanan Appointed New ISRO ChairmanDr. V. Narayanan has been appointed as the new chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), succeeding S. Somanath. Narayanan, known for his pivotal role in advancing India's cryogenic technology, was instrumental in diagnosing and recommending solutions to the Chandrayaan-2 failure, contributing to Chandrayaan-3's successful landing. Having spent much of his career at the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) in Thiruvananthapuram, Narayanan will now lead ISRO into its next phase of space exploration.EU Rejects Trump's Claims Over Greenland, Defends SovereigntyFrench Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot responded to President-elect Donald Trump's comments about acquiring Greenland, stating that the European Union would not tolerate any nation threatening its sovereign borders. Barrot expressed doubt that the U.S. would attempt to take control of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. He reinforced the EU's position, declaring it would defend its sovereignty, and highlighted Europe's strength and unity in maintaining its territorial integrity against external threats.Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Strikes China's Qinghai ProvinceA magnitude 5.5 earthquake hit China's Qinghai province on Wednesday, with its epicenter located near the source of the Yellow River. This follows a series of seismic events in the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, including a deadly 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Tibet and a smaller 3.1 magnitude tremor in Sichuan. The earthquake struck Madoi county in Golog prefecture at a depth of 14 km (8.7 miles), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC), causing concern over the region's seismic instability.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by the Indian Express.
आम आदमी पार्टी सांसद संजय सिंह और दिल्ली सरकार में मंत्री सौरभ भारद्वाज दिल्ली में सीएम आवास के बाहर धरने पर बैठे, केंद्र सरकार ने स्पेस साइंटिस्ट वी. नारायणन को ISRO का नया चेयरमैन नियुक्त किया, हरियाणा-पंजाब के खनौरी बॉर्डर पर आमरण अनशन पर बैठे किसान नेता जगजीत सिंह डल्लेवाल की हालत नाजुक, केंद्रीय सड़क परिवहन मंत्री नितिन गडकरी ने ड्राइवर वर्ग से जुड़ी एक खुशखबरी दी और केरल हाईकोर्ट ने कहा किसी महिला के फिगर यानी बॉडी स्ट्रक्चर पर कमेंट करना सेक्शुअल हैरेसमेंट के बराबर. सुनिए दोपहर 1 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें सिर्फ 5 मिनट में.
Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E06Welcome to another captivating episode of Astronomy Daily, your daily source for the latest updates in space and astronomy. I'm Anna, and today we have a thrilling lineup of stories that delve into groundbreaking discoveries and exciting developments in space exploration.Highlights:- Delay in India's Space Docking Experiment: The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has postponed its much-anticipated space docking experiment, originally planned for January 7. This mission aims to position India as the fourth nation to achieve successful in-orbit docking, a critical capability for future deep space explorations. The delay underscores ISRO's commitment to safety and precision.- Interstellar Technologies and Toyota Partnership: Japanese startup Interstellar Technologies has secured a significant investment from Toyota's mobility technology arm, Woven by Toyota. This $44 million investment is set to revolutionize rocket and satellite manufacturing, paving the way for a vertically integrated satellite launch business.- Exciting Launches in 2025: The new year kicks off with a packed launch schedule, including the debut flight of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket and SpaceX's Starship Flight 7. These missions mark major advancements in rocket reusability and satellite deployment capabilities.- January's Celestial Events: The Full Wolf Moon on January 13 coincides with a dramatic Mars opposition, offering a spectacular celestial display. This event, along with a lunar occultation of Mars, makes it an exceptional time for stargazing.- New Insights into Pluto and Charon: Recent research suggests a gentler formation process for Pluto and its moon Charon, challenging long-held theories. This "kiss and capture" scenario offers new insights into their unique composition and formation.- James Webb Space Telescope's Discoveries: The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed unprecedented details about Chiron, a celestial body displaying characteristics of both an asteroid and a comet. This discovery provides new insights into our solar system's earliest days.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, Tumblr, YouTube YouTubeMusic, and TikTok. Share your thoughts and connect with fellow space enthusiasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.00:00 - Astronomy Daily brings you the latest in space and astronomy news00:29 - Indian Space Research Organization postpones highly anticipated space docking experiment01:48 - Japanese startup Interstellar Technologies has secured a major investment from Toyota03:39 - The space industry is hitting the ground running in 2025 with an absolutely packed launch schedule05:52 - January's Wolf Moon coincides with a dramatic Mars opposition07:53 - Scientists have uncovered a fascinating new theory about how Pluto and its largest moon formed✍️ Episode ReferencesIndian Space Research Organization (ISRO)[https://www.isro.gov.in](https://www.isro.gov.in)Interstellar Technologies[https://www.istellartech.com](https://www.istellartech.com)Woven by Toyota[https://www.woven-planet.global](https://www.woven-planet.global)Blue Origin[https://www.blueorigin.com](https://www.blueorigin.com)SpaceX[https://www.spacex.com](https://www.spacex.com)University of Arizona[https://www.arizona.edu](https://www.arizona.edu)University of Central Florida[https://www.ucf.edu](https://www.ucf.edu)James Webb Space Telescope[https://www.jwst.nasa.gov](https://www.jwst.nasa.gov)Consumer Electronics Show (CES)[https://www.ces.tech](https://www.ces.tech)Astronomy Daily[https://astronomydaily.io](https://astronomydaily.io)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-the-podcast--5648921/support.
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दिल्ली के उप राज्यपाल विनय कुमार सक्सेना ने आतिशी को चिट्ठी लिखी, ISRO ने किया स्पैडेक्स मिशन का सफलतापूर्वक लॉन्च, आज डल्लेवाल को लेकर सुनवाई करेगा सुप्रीम कोर्ट, आंध्र प्रदेश के मुख्यमंत्री एन. चंद्रबाबू नायडू देश के सबसे अमीर मुख्यमंत्री, केंद्र सरकार ने वायनाड में विनाशकारी भूस्खलन की घटना को ‘गंभीर प्राकृतिक' आपदा घोषित किया, नागरिक उड्डयन मंत्रालय ने कोलकाता के नेताजी सुभाष चंद्र बोस इंटरनेशनल एयरपोर्ट पर 'उड़ान यात्री कैफे' की शुरुआत की, अमेरिका में भारतीय एच-1बी वीजा होल्डर के खिलाफ हो रहे विरोध को लेकर केंद्र सरकार अलर्ट और देश के तीन राज्यों में लगातार बर्फबारी. सुनिए सुबह 10 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें सिर्फ 5 मिनट में.
This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma.Today is the 30th of December and here are the headlines.In view of the statewide bandh called by two Punjab farmer unions, security has been amped up with several groups of farmers gathering at key locations on highways and railway stations at 6.30 am onwards. The bandh call was given in support of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal who has been holding a hunger strike for more than a month seeking the implementation of 13 farm demands. Over 150 trains, including Vande Bharat, were cancelled today and all educational institutes are to remain closed. However, emergency services will remain active across the state. The war of words over former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh's funeral intensified today, with the Congress saying that senior party leaders did not accompany his family “out of our deference to the privacy of the family”. This comes a day after Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri of the BJP said on Sunday that Congress leaders did not accompany Dr Singh's family when the ashes were immersed in the Yamuna river while BJP leaders were present. Dr Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday at the age of 92. Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal announced his fifth promise today ahead of the Assembly polls in Delhi, the Pujari Granthi Samman Rashi Scheme, with an eye on Pandit and Sikh voters. Under this scheme, the AAP has promised that if the party returns to power, it will give Rs 18,000 per month to all pandits and pujaris working in temples and to granthis in gurdwaras across the city. The AAP has so far announced four welfare schemes targeting specific categories of voters, including women, Dalits and senior citizens. ISRO will demonstrate for the first time its ability to bring together and join two satellites in space today. The SpaDeX mission, which is the Space Docking Experiment, will launch at 10 pm today, as ISRO's workhorse PSLV rocket lifts off from the first launch pad of the Sriharikota spaceport. For the first time, an ISRO mission will carry a biological experiment. The CROPS experiment (Compact Research Module for Orbital Plant Studies) will see the germination of seed and sustenance of a plant up to a two-leaf stage. The fourth stage of the launch vehicle will be used later as a platform to carry out 24 experiments, including several by startups.The investigation into the Jeju Air plane crash that killed 179 at Muan International Airport in South Korea is underway. Initial findings show a malfunction in the landing gear, which a bird strike may have caused, could have led to the plane's belly landing. Experts have said that multiple factors could have resulted in the plane crash, among which are design flaws at the airport. Questions have been raised over the length of the runway at the airport. According to the official website, the runway is 2,800 m long. This is considerably shorter than runways at international air hubs.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express.
दिल्ली विधानसभा चुनाव के लिए कांग्रेस की दूसरी सूची जारी, पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री अटल बिहारी वाजपेयी की आज 100वीं जयंती, केंद्र सरकार ने 3 राज्यों में नए राज्यपाल नियुक्ति किए, जम्मू-कश्मीर के पुंछ जिले में आर्मी वैन 350 फीट गहरी खाई में गिरी, प्रदेश में बसे रोहिंग्या मुसलमानों को बाहर निकालेगी हरियाणा की BJP सरकार, 30 दिसंबर को लॉन्च होगा ISRO 2024 का आखिरी मिशन, क्रिसमस के जश्न के लिए देश और दुनियाभर में सजाए गए चर्च और क्रिसमस की छुट्टी के चलते आज शेयर बाजार बंद. सुनिए सुबह 10 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें सिर्फ 5 मिनट में.
A version of this essay was published by firstpost.com at https://www.firstpost.com/opinion/shadow-warrior-comrade-kirillov-and-the-art-of-whistleblowing-13846569.html?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=socialOne of the great Raja Rao's slighter works is called Comrade Kirillov: it is what Graham Greene would have called an ‘entertainment', as opposed to the ‘novels' he wrote on themes of some gravity. I was reminded of the title in an altogether inappropriate way when I read of the assassination of General Kirillov in Moscow, allegedly by Ukrainian secret agents.Then I read of the tragic suicide of Suchir Balaji, a whistleblower and former employee at OpenAI, surely the most glamorous company in Silicon Valley these days.There is a thread here: it is not good for your health if you expose certain people or certain companies. You will pay a price.You may just be minding your own business, but you happen to be in the way. This is what happened to Indian nuclear and space scientists over the last few decades. Homi Bhabha's plane crashed in the Swiss Alps. Vikram Sarabhai died mysteriously at Halcyon Castle, Trivandrum, close to the space center that now bears his name.Dozens of lesser-known Indian space and nuclear scientists and engineers died too, inexplicably. The same thing happened to Iranian nuclear scientists. Nambi Narayanan was lucky to escape with his life (“Who killed the ISRO's cryogenic engine?”), though his career and reputation were ruined.My friend Dewang Mehta of NASSCOM died quite suddenly too. I wrote a tribute to him years ago, “The man who knew marketing”. In hindsight, I think he was a friend, not just an acquaintance. I remember some very human details about him: eg. he asked a mutual friend to introduce eligible women to him, just as I did. But I digress: I believe Dewang was as important to the Indian IT story as Bhabha and Sarabhai to nuclear and space: they made us believe, and we rose to the occasion. Then there was Lal Bahadur Shastri. The circumstances of his sudden death remain murky.And Sunanda Pushkar, Shashi Tharoor's wife, whom I was following on Twitter in real time. One night, she promised to make some startling revelations the next morning, presumably about dubious dealings in Dubai by the D Company. And lo! she was dead the next morning.It is hard not to think that there is a pattern. Not only here, but in the trail of dead bodies that follows the Clinton dynasty around. The Obama chef who drowned. The whistleblowing CIA and FBI agents who… just died. The list is long. People who are inconvenient end up in body bags. I remember reading that when Sarabhai died, his family did not even ask for a post-mortem.There are two broad patterns: geo-political assassinations and those for commercial reasons.In Kirillov's case, it was probably both.General Kirillov claimed that there were bio-labs in Ukraine, etc. where the Deep State was cooking up banned biological weapons, in an eerie echo of Peter Daszcak's Ecohealth Alliance and Anthony Fauci's NIAID allegedly aiding and abetting prohibited gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. He claimed biological crises were manufactured on demand to generate profits and increase government control. Presumably he opened a can of worms that the Deep State and Big Pharma didn't want opened. Off with his head!There is the ‘conspiracy theory' that the entire COVID-19 circus was a bioweapons project that went awry. It was intended to depopulate the world, especially of black and brown people, to which the IITD paper (that was forcibly withdrawn) alludes: the genes that seemed to have been inserted into the original virus were from India, Southeast Asia, and Kenya, if I remember right. Of course, the powers that be do not want shocking stuff like this to come out.It is straightforward to make it a false-flag operation with the Ukrainian SBU secret service to provide plausible deniability: much like the bombing of the NordStream pipeline. So exit, stage left, for Kirillov. As Sherlock Holmes might have said, “Follow the money”, or words to that effect. Cui bono?I really don't mean to trivialize human suffering, but to focus on the shadowy forces that organize and execute targeted assassinations. In particular, decapitation strikes can be devastating. In our own history, the loss of Hemachandra Vikramaditya in the Second Battle of Panipat, in 1526, to a stray arrow that hit him in the eye, was a point of inflexion.Similarly, at the Battle of Talikota in 1565, the capture and beheading of the aged Ramaraya by his own troops that had gone rogue turned the winning position of the Vijayanagar Empire into a headlong rout and obliteration for the city-state.The assassination of Ahmed Shah Masoud, the Commander of the Northern Alliance, with a bomb hidden in a news camera, turned the tide in Afghanistan in 2001. The American assassination of Qasem Soleimani of Iran in 2020 led to a significant erosion of Iran's position, for example in Syria.The silencing of whistle-blowers has, alas, become all too common. There were the allegations about Karen Silkwood in 1974, who died in a mysterious car crash as she was driving to meet a NYTimes reporter regarding problems at a plutonium processing plant run by Kerr-McGhee in Oklahoma.In 2003, David Kelly, a British weapons inspector who claimed there were indeed no weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, was found dead. The verdict was suicide.In 2015, Alberto Nisman, an Argentine prosecutor known for his work on terrorism cases, was found dead days after he accused Iran of involvement in a car-bombing on a Jewish center.In March 2024, John Barnett, a former Boeing employee, was found dead from a gunshot wound in his truck, just before he was scheduled to testify in a whistleblower lawsuit. There was also Joshua Dean, who died of a strange infection in May 2024, shortly after Barnett's death. He worked for a company supplying parts to Boeing.In November 2024, Suchir Balaji, all of 26 years old, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment. In October, he had made allegations about OpenAI violating copyright laws.The bottom line: if you know something, just keep quiet about it. If you are a person of substance, take no risks, and be paranoid about your security. It's a pretty nasty world out there.The AI-generated podcast about this essay courtesy Google NotebookLM: 1050 words, 19 Dec 2024 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rajeevsrinivasan.substack.com/subscribe
First, Flora Swain speaks to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha who shares his experience of the COP29 conference that was held in Baku, Azerbaijan. He talks about the agreements that were made and the main takeaways from the conference. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anjali Marar about the European Space Agency's upcoming mission Proba-3. The mission is being conducted to study the sun and will be made possible with the help of ISRO. (13:40)Finally, we talk about the Supreme Court's response to a PIL regarding replacing Electronic Voting Machines with ballot papers. (22:06)Produced and hosted by Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
Collabs in space? So hot right now. JAXA and ESA expand their collaboration plans. ISRO's working more closely with Australia for Gaganyaan. ESA wards Arianegroup another 230 million euros for Themis. And more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is Liz Chang, space law candidate at the American University Washington College of Law, who we talked with recently at the Beyond Earth Symposium. You can connect with Liz on LinkedIn. Selected Reading JAXA-ESA Joint Statement on Next Big Cooperations (JAXA) ISRO signs Implementation Agreement with Australian Space Agency for Gaganyaan mission (The Hindu) ESA Award Another €230M to ArianeGroup for Themis Demonstrator (European Spaceflight) Lunar Outpost Signs with SpaceX for Starship Moon Mission (Lunar Outpost) Space Station Raises Orbit Avoiding Orbital Debris (NASA) Watch Russian Progress cargo spacecraft launch to the ISS on Nov. 21 (space.com) Blue Origin New Glenn out for a static fire test on the launch pad. (Bluesky) China tech firm gains altitude as Brazil embraces alternative to Elon Musk's Starlink (SCMP) Brazil approves Chinese satellite internet before operations (The Register) TRL Space-Led Consortium Begins LUMI Mission to Lunar South Pole (SpaceWatch Global) Astronomers take the first close-up picture of a star outside our galaxy (ESO) Discovery Alert: A Rare Glimpse of a Newborn Planet (NASA Science) Made in space production of biological supplements to support astronaut health (Space Daily) T-Minus Crew Survey We want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It'll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"No one really knows what happens in 70% of Earth's surface” This stark reality drove Gaurav Seth and Vinit Bansal to create PierSight, a spacetech startup using SAR and AIS-equipped satellites to pierce through this maritime blindspot and bring 24/7 visibility to the world's oceans. When the former ISRO scientist Gaurav and National Instruments engineer Vinit first collaborated on a prototype that normally takes months to build, they completed it in just six weeks. This "aha moment" sparked a journey to revolutionize maritime surveillance through a constellation of all-weather imaging satellites. In this illuminating Day One conversation with Manish Advani (Vice President, Elevation Capital), Gaurav and Vinit discuss their journey of building PierSight, why they chose SAR vs optical imaging, their unique approach to team building, going after the right applications, what it takes to win defence contracts, and early market validation while navigating the challenges of building a deep-tech startup in India.
Norm Augustine, the distinguished aerospace industry veteran behind numerous influential studies, joins the show to discuss “NASA at a Crossroads,” the new report that raises alarm bells for NASA's workforce, infrastructure, and technology capabilities. Augustine, who chaired an expert committee of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, came to the conclusion that NASA is on an unsustainable path, and has underinvested in its enabling workforce and physical infrastructure for decades. The solutions put forth by this report committee will require years of effort from NASA, Congress, and subsequent presidential administrations. Which path NASA decides to take, however, may not be known for years to come. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/spe-nasa-at-a-crossroadsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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First, The Indian Express' Anjali Marar talks to us about the National Supercomputing Mission and India's Supercomputers. She shares the details of the mission, when it was started, how many Supercomputers have been developed in India, what they do and more.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt who shares details of the Shukrayaan-1 mission - India's mission to Venus. Anonna explains how India plans on studying the Venus by implementing its second interplanetary mission, what all it aims to find out and how ISRO is working to reach the Venus' orbit. (9:26)Finally, we talk about the incessant rains in Chennai that have caused the havoc in the city and its neighbouring areas. (20:34)Written and produced by Niharika Nanda and Ichha SharmaHosted by Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
Lori Garver, former NASA Deputy Administrator and participant in two democratic NASA presidential transition teams, joins the show to discuss the potential space policy priorities of a Harris Administration. We explore Harris' interests in her role as head of the National Space Council, the major issues facing NASA, and Garver's thoughts on the evolution of Elon Musk, whom she championed during her tenure at NASA in an effort to kickstart the commercial space industry. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/harris-admin-space-policy-preview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Spaceflight News-- ISRO rising (spacenews.com)Short & Sweet-- Iran successfully launches research satellite (almayadeen.net)-- Ariane 6 software fix (spacenews.com)-- Yutu 2 turns six (space.com)Questions, Comments, Corrections-- From the intro: Sirius Space will launch from Australia (europeanspaceflight.com)This Week in Spaceflight History-- Launch of Shenzhou 7 (神舟七号) (en.wikipedia.org) (PDF: nescacademy.nasa.gov) (youtube.com) (youtube.com)-- Next week (10/1 - 10/7) in 1921: Flying with Michael Burnham
Dr. Greg Autry, who served on Trump's NASA transition team in 2016 and was nominated for the position of NASA CFO in 2020, joins the show to discuss the space policy issues facing a potential second Trump administration in 2025. We discuss the role of competition versus cooperation in space exploration, how space politics have changed since Trump's first term, and what major issues at NASA must be faced by the next presidential administration. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/space-policy-issues-second-trump-termSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why do we explore space? This is not an easy question to answer. Yet policy expert G. Ryan Faith believes there is value to be had in communal engagement with this question. While easy answers may elude us, the act of defining our values and goals in space can help avoid common pitfalls and dead ends in our exploration efforts, ensuring a continued commitment to space for generations to come. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/spe-philosophy-of-space-exploration-ryan-faithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.