ISRO is gearing up for a series of exciting missions. According to the organisation’s chief, Dr V Narayanan, ISRO will launch the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite on July 30 using the GSLV-F16 rocket.
Month: July 2025
Heavy rain alert in Rajasthan: Schools closed in 10 districts amid safety concerns
An Orange Alert is in effect for Alwar, Banswara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dausa, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Kota, Pratapgarh, and Sawai Madhopur, while a Yellow Alert has been issued for Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jhunjhunu, Jaipur, Rajsamand, Sikar, Sirohi, Tonk, Udaipur, Bikaner, Churu, Hanumangarh, Jalore, Jodhpur, Nagaur, Pali, and Sriganganagar.
Kerala on Alert: IMD warns of more rains in till July 30; yellow alert in 9 districts
Kerala on Yellow Alert: As the state continues to receive heavy rains and strong winds, a yellow alert has been issued in nine districts of Kerala. These districts are Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod.
Flood threat in Northern Odisha, Government closely monitoring 3 rivers
The Government is closely monitoring the Subarnarekha, Jalaka and Baitarani rivers after the incessant rainfall has created a flood-like situation in the areas of Balasore, Bhadrak and Jajpur district of Northern Odisha.
PSUs Decoded: What makes a CPSE a Maharatna, Navratna or Miniratna?
Ever wondered what makes a PSU a Maharatna, a Navratna, or a Miniratna? What qualifies a CPSE to be awarded one of these statuses? Can only CPSEs receive these titles? Here’s a detailed guide about these three categories of titles that only select PSUs enjoy.
Bihar Assembly Polls: CM Nitish Kumar announces Rs 15,000 pension for journalists; spouses to get lifetime benefits
The announcement comes months ahead of the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections, expected to be held in October or November this year.
‘Went there with limited resources’: Kargil war veteran recalls valour on 26th Vijay Diwas
Reflecting heavy casualties suffered during the conflict, Kargil war veteran Subedar Dhanesh Yadav stated, “Around 527 soldiers laid their lives and 18 of them were from my battalion, which captured 4 Pakistani posts.”
Sudden deaths caused by health issues, genetic link not Covid vax: JP Nadda
Speaking in the Lok Sabha during the ongoing Monsoon session, Nadda noted the role of underlying health issues, as well as genetic links behind the rising unexplained deaths in the country.
Narendra Modi becomes 2nd-longest serving Prime Minister of India; breaks Indira Gandhi’s record
The first Prime Minister born after India’s independence, Prime Minister Modi, has previously served as the Prime Minister of India from 2014 to 2019 and from 2019 to 2024.
Vice Presidential Election: EC appoints Rajya Sabha Secretary General as Returning Officer
The constitutional body, as mandated by Article 324, is responsible for conducting elections to the office of the Vice President.