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December 2024

Walking on Air: India’s First Glass Bridge Opens in Tamil Nadu

In a historic leap for Tamil Nadu's tourism sector Chief Minister M K Stalin inaugurated India s first glass bridge on Monday evening It connects the iconic Vivekananda Rock Memorial with the towering -foot Thiruvalluvar statue off Kanyakumari's coast This cutting-edge structure blends natural beauty with modern engineering and promises an unforgettable experience for visitors The inauguration coincided with the silver jubilee of the Thiruvalluvar statue unveiled years ago by the late Chief Minister M Karunanidhi The bridge symbolizes a fusion of the past and the future and is poised to transform Kanyakumari into a global tourist hotspot A Spectacular Engineering FeatStretching meters in length and meters in width the glass bridge is a marvel of modern engineering Its bowstring arch enhances its aesthetic appeal and ensures durability against the corrosive coastal climate Constructed at a cost of crore with high-strength glass the bridge offers a unique thrill walking above

31 Dec 2024
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The Olympian Cab Driver: Entrepreneur Finds Olympian Behind the Wheel!

In the bustling streets of Mumbai entrepreneur Aaryan Singh Kushwah hailed an Ola cab expecting just another routine ride What he didn t anticipate was uncovering an extraordinary story of perseverance and unfulfilled potential Behind the wheel of his cab was Parag Patil a man who once stood tall on international podiums as an Olympian earning glory for India Patil s career spans numerous international tournaments and his achievements include two golds silvers and three bronze medals Yet his athletic journey came to a halt due to a lack of financial support and sponsorship forcing him to take up driving to support his family The Power of a LinkedIn PostMoved by this revelation Kushwah shared Patil s story on LinkedIn accompanied by a photograph of the two of them standing beside the cab His post read My Ola driver is an Olympian Meet Parag Patil Senior Olympian nd in Asia

31 Dec 2024
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India Shines on the World Stage with a Guinness Record in Bharatanatyam!

The Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in Kochi transformed into a vibrant hub of culture and art on Sunday as Mridanga Naadam hosted an extraordinary Bharatanatyam performance Led by actor and Bharatanatyam artist Divyaa Unni the event brought together dancers on a single stage setting a Guinness World Record for the largest Bharatanatyam performance Themed Kailasam A Tribute to DivinityThemed Kailasam the performance embodied the spirit of devotion and artistry The dancers clad in resplendent blue sarees gracefully aligned to perform to a specially composed song penned by the legendary Kaithapram Damodaran Namboothiri Set to music by his son Deepankuran and sung by Anoop Sankar the song added depth and grandeur to the event Months of rigorous training and preparation culminated in this awe-inspiring spectacle A Cultural ExtravaganzaThe event was inaugurated by Minister for Cultural Affairs Saji Cherian with prominent figures like Kaithapram Damodaran Namboothiri and actor Sijoy Varghese in attendance

30 Dec 2024
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India’s Ambitious Deep Ocean Mission Achieves Success with This Remarkable Milestone!

India s ambitious Deep Ocean Mission has reached a remarkable milestone with the successful capture of the first-ever image of an active hydrothermal vent located meters beneath the surface of the Indian Ocean This extraordinary discovery represents a significant advancement in India s ocean research It also strengthens global confidence in the future of deep-sea exploration The feat was accomplished through the combined efforts of the National Institute of Ocean Technology NIOT and the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research NCPOR Thamban Meloth the Director of NCPOR described the event as a landmark achievement for India s Rs -crore Deep Ocean Mission which aims to unearth mineral resources study unique ecosystems and deepen our understanding of the ocean s role in combating climate change This discovery validates our investments in the blue economy and bolsters our confidence in future ocean exploration Meloth remarked What Exactly Are Hydrothermal Vents Hydrothermal

30 Dec 2024
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Koneru Humpy Clinches FIDE Women’s World Rapid Chess Championship: A Golden Era for Indian Chess!

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy has done it again clinching the FIDE Women s World Rapid Chess Championship title in spectacular fashion This victory is more than just another feather in her cap it reflects her grit brilliance and determination The championship held in New York saw Humpy stage an extraordinary comeback to clinch the title rounding off what can only be described as a historic year for Indian chess A Year to Remember for Indian ChessEarlier this year Gukesh Dommaraju stunned the chess world by defeating China's Ding Liren to become the World Chess Champion With Koneru Humpy now claiming the women s rapid chess title has become a landmark year for Indian chess on the global stage Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrating this incredible feat praised Koneru Humpy and said Her grit and brilliance continue to inspire millions This victory is even more historic because it is her second world

30 Dec 2024
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Crowned the Best: This City’s Christmas Tree Outshines Them All!

The World s Best Christmas Tree A Festive Gem in Krak wEvery December cities worldwide compete to bring their holiday cheer to life with dazzling Christmas trees This year Krak w Poland has been crowned home to the world s most iconic Christmas tree by Time Out magazine leaving other spectacular displays in Gubbio Italy and New York City vying for second and third place Krak w s tree that was displayed on December graces the heart of its UNESCO-listed Old Town It is located in the historic market square next to the cathedral It s a breathtaking sight that feels straight out of a Christmas card The tree is decked with energy-saving lights and over baubles inspired by ornaments from Wawel Castle Surrounding the tree is Krak w s famous Christmas market consistently ranked among Europe s finest The market teems with festive energy offering handmade crafts warm mulled

28 Dec 2024
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A Christmas Gift for Conservation: Two Red Pandas Arrive in Darjeeling!

On December West Bengal marked a special Christmas celebration with the arrival of two male red pandas from Rotterdam Zoo in the Netherlands This acquisition the first of its kind in a decade is a significant milestone for India s red panda conservation efforts The two pandas Bishal and Koshi have arrived at the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park PNZP in Darjeeling where they will play an important role in strengthening the zoo's successful breeding program Currently the animals are in good health and will undergo a thorough health check-up at the zoo A Step Forward for Genetic DiversityThe red panda Ailurus fulgens also known as the lesser panda is an endangered species native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China As part of India s long-term efforts to conserve this remarkable species the arrival of Bishal and Koshi is seen as a vital step in enhancing the genetic diversity

27 Dec 2024
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ISRO Set to End the Year with SpaDeX that Paves the Way for India’s Space Docking Future!

India s space ambitions are growing rapidly and with each passing year the country is inching closer to becoming a key player in global space exploration One of the latest and most exciting developments in this journey is the SpaDeX mission which will make India only the fourth country in the world to demonstrate in-space docking technology In-space docking is critical for future space missions that require the assembly or operation of multiple spacecraft As India gears up for complex space initiatives like lunar exploration and the construction of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station BAS the SpaDeX mission is set to play a crucial role in pushing these boundaries further SPADEX Mission is scheduled on th December at hrs IST from SDSC SHAR SriharikotaUnderstanding the SpaDeX MissionThe SpaDeX mission is an ambitious project by ISRO designed to demonstrate the key technology needed for two small spacecraft to meet dock and separate

26 Dec 2024
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Indore Airport Takes Flight as India’s First Zero-Waste Airport!

Indore s Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport has soared to new heights becoming India s first-ever zero-waste airport This achievement cements Indore's reputation as the cleanest city in the country and sets a shining example for sustainable aviation Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu inaugurated the -square-foot Material Recovery Facility MRF at the airport on Sunday The Zero-Waste MissionThe airport s zero-waste status is built on the R strategy Reduce Reuse Recycle and Restore The newly inaugurated MRF exemplifies this concept designed to process approximately kilograms of waste generated daily from both airport operations and flights Key components of the waste management system include Wet Waste Processing Organic waste is converted into high-quality compost This compost will be used for the airport s landscaping creating a greener environment and reducing dependence on chemical fertilizers Dry Waste Recycling The MRF segregates dry waste into categories maximizing resource recovery and minimizing

26 Dec 2024
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