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From Rohini to LVM3, ISRO's changing policy for rocket names
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) could have done better in naming the rocket that will compete with the likes of Ariane, and Falcon rockets in the global market with a better name than the unimaginative LVM3 is the general view gleaned by IANS.
India reports 862 new Covid cases, 3 deaths
The nationwide death toll has increased to 5,28,980. The active caseload at 22,549 accounts for 0.05 per cent of the country's total positive cases. The recovery of 1,503 patients in the last 24 hours took the cumulative tally to 4,40,93,409. Consequently, India's recovery rate stands at 98.76 per cent. Meanwhile, the daily and weekly positivity rates stood at 1.35 per cent and 1.02 per cent, respectively.
We are proud of him: Narayana Murthy on son-in-law Rishi Sunak
Reacting to son-in-law Sunak's victory, Murthy on Tuesday said that "he was proud of him and wished him success". "Congratulations to Rishi. We are confident that he will do his best for the people of United Kingdom," he said. Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai expressed his happiness over Rishi Sunak's elevation.
The Empire Strikes Back! Indian-descent Rishi Sunak becomes UK PM on second try
Rishi Sunak, whose sudden resignation set in motion the circumstances that forced an intransigent Johnson to finally bow out earlier this year, was initially leading in the race to be his successor. The race had a ethnically diverse list of candidates -- British Pakistani ministers Sajid Javid and Rehman Chishti, Sunak's Iraqi Kurd-born successor Nadhim Zahawi, Attorney General Suella Braverman, whose family's roots are in Goa, and Nigerian-origin former minister Kemi Badenoch.
Army Chief reviews security situation in east, celebrates Diwali with troops
He wished all ranks on the occasion of Deepavali and also reviewed the security situation along the northern borders of Sikkim. He appreciated the troops for maintaining a high level of operational efficiency and morale. The Army chief, who was accompanied by Eastern Command chief, Lt Gen R.P. Kalita, and Trishakti Corps commander, Lt Gen Tarun Kumar Aich, expressed satisfaction at the pace of infrastructure development along the border areas.
UK gets Bengaluru 'damad' Prime Minister, India's Silicon Valley erupts in joy
Bengaluru, India's Silicon Valley, was overjoyed after Rishi Sunak, the son-in-law of tech giant Infosys founder N.R. Narayana Murthy, made it to the post of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on Monday.
CDS visits forward posts in Rajouri, reviews security scenario along LoC
The CDS also laid a wreath at Naman Sthal, the war memorial of Naushera Sector and paid his respects to the bravehearts who had laid down their lives in the service of the nation. Gen Chauhan was briefed by field commanders on the current operational situation and security scenario along the Line of Control (LoC). He also reviewed the development of defence infrastructure and operational preparedness undertaken despite challenging terrain and weather conditions in the region.
Corrupt forces won't be spared, says Prime Minister
Addressing jawans in Kargil on the occasion of Diwali, he said that such corrupt forces for many years blocked progress, but now all those gaps are being filled. Modi's comments have come at a time when the Government has cancelled the FCRA licence of Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, leading to political sparring between the Congress and BJP.
India reports 1,334 fresh Covid cases, 16 deaths
In the same period, the country has recorded 16 more Covid related deaths, taking the toll to 5,28,977, as per the report. Active caseload of the country presently stands at 23,193 cases, accounting for 0.05 per cent of the total positive cases.
Narendra Modi in Kargil to celebrate Diwali with soldiers
Prime Minister's Office (PMO) through its Twitter handle, informed about his arrival in Kargil on Monday morning.
Earlier, Modi extended Diwali wishes to people through his personal Twitter handle. "Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali. Diwali is associated with brightness and radiance. May this auspicious festival further the spirit of joy and well-being in our lives.
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