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An Engineering Marvel: The Story Behind India’s First Amphibious Drone

Innovation often begins with a question that challenges existing limits For Priya Balasubramaniam and Rahul Singh that question was simple yet ambitious why should drones only fly in the air when they could also explore underwater The two engineers who co-founded AquaAirX Autonomous Systems turned that idea into reality by developing AVATAAR Amphibious Drone nbsp India s first amphibious drone capable of operating both in the sky and beneath water Their invention represents a significant leap in robotics and multi-domain engineering combining aerial technology with underwater exploration capabilities By creating a system that can seamlessly move between these two environments the engineers have demonstrated how innovative thinking can expand the possibilities of modern drone technology Engineering a Drone That Can Fly and DiveBuilding a drone that operates in both air and water required solving several complex engineering challenges Priya Balasubramaniam and Rahul Singh focused on designing a structure that would

17 Mar 2026
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Chess Milestone: Assam’s 16-Year-Old Mayank Chakraborty Earns Grandmaster Title

Indian chess witnessed a historic moment when Mayank Chakraborty a -year-old prodigy from Guwahati Assam became India s th chess Grandmaster His achievement carries an added significance he is the first-ever Grandmaster from Northeast India a region that has long produced talented players but had never before reached this pinnacle in international chess By reaching this milestone Mayank has not only added another chapter to India s rapidly growing chess legacy but has also placed the Northeast firmly on the global chess map His historic title was confirmed in March after an outstanding performance at the Hotel Stockholm North Young Talents Tournament in Stockholm Sweden where he secured the final Grandmaster norm required by the International Chess Federation FIDE With a remarkable score of points out of rounds Mayank demonstrated maturity strategic brilliance and calm under pressure qualities that define the world s best chess players This victory marked a

16 Mar 2026
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Operation Muskaan 14: Mumbai Railway Police Rescue 305 Children Across Stations

In a powerful demonstration of vigilance and compassion the Mumbai Railway Police achieved a remarkable breakthrough under Operation Muskaan rescuing vulnerable children found wandering unaccompanied across railway stations within the Mumbai Railway Police Commissionerate The special drive was conducted between January and February following directives from the Maharashtra Additional Director General of Police for Women and Child Development Teams from the Government Railway Police GRP carried out extensive search operations across stations under their jurisdiction closely monitoring platforms waiting areas ticket counters and surrounding premises where children are often spotted alone nbsp Railway stations being major transit points frequently become places where runaway lost or trafficked children end up Through coordinated patrols and careful questioning police personnel identified children who appeared distressed unattended or unable to provide clear information about their families The initiative forms part of a nationwide child-protection campaign aimed at rescuing minors from dangerous situations such as

16 Mar 2026
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A Healthier Bowl of Rice: CSIR Develops ‘Designer Rice’ Packed With Protein

Rice sits at the heart of millions of Indian meals From steaming bowls of dal-chawal to comforting plates of curd rice it is a food people grow up with But while rice is filling and familiar nutritionists have long pointed out one concern polished white rice is mostly starch and can cause quick spikes in blood sugar levels In a country where diabetes cases are steadily rising this has been a serious concern That is exactly where Indian scientists have stepped in with an interesting solution Researchers from CSIR have developed what they call designer rice a specially engineered rice that is richer in protein and designed to release sugar more slowly in the body Instead of asking people to give up rice the idea is simple and clever make the rice itself healthier It s a small shift in concept but one that could quietly reshape everyday eating habits

16 Mar 2026
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How Anjali Sardana Turned Pronto Into a $100 Million Household Services Platform

At just Anjali Sardana has already achieved what many entrepreneurs spend years chasing Her startup Pronto an app that connects households with trained domestic helpers in minutes recently crossed a valuation of around million after raising about million in fresh funding in The recognition has placed Sardana among the youngest founders to build a fast-scaling service startup in India s growing quick-commerce economy nbsp What makes this achievement remarkable is not just the funding itself but the simplicity of the idea behind it Sardana saw a problem millions of urban households face every day finding reliable domestic help and decided to solve it with technology The result is Pronto a platform that promises quick verified household services with the ease of booking a ride or ordering food The Observation That Sparked an IdeaBefore launching Pronto Sardana closely observed how the domestic work sector operated in India Most households relied on

14 Mar 2026
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Meghalaya’s Threads Reach the World Stage as Ilamon Wins Global Spotlight

From the scenic hills of Shillong in Meghalaya to international design platforms Ilamonbanrisa Thangkhiew is slowly making her mark in the global textile world Growing up in Meghalaya she was surrounded by the rich traditions of Khasi culture and the beauty of handmade textiles These early influences shaped her love for craft and storytelling Wanting to explore design further she studied textile and apparel design and later pursued a master s degree in textiles from the prestigious Royal College of Art in London nbsp Today she works between India and London carrying with her the inspiration of her homeland Her work reflects not just creativity but also a deep respect for the traditions and stories that come from the Northeast International Recognition at Heimtextil Thangkhiew recently gained global recognition after being named one of the highlights at Heimtextil one of the world s largest international textile trade fairs held in

13 Mar 2026
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A Taste of Japan in Karnataka: Udupi Man Grows Rare Miyazaki Mango at Home

In the quiet coastal town of Udupi in Karnataka a simple terrace has become the center of an extraordinary story Joseph Lobo a passionate gardening enthusiast from Shankarpura has managed to grow one of the world s rarest and most expensive mango varieties the Miyazaki mango right on the roof of his home What makes this even more fascinating is that the fruit can sell for nearly lakh per kilogram in international markets Lobo s terrace spread across roughly square feet is not an ordinary rooftop garden It is a vibrant green space filled with hundreds of plants fruits and vegetables Neighbors walking past his home often pause to look up curious about the lush greenery thriving above the concrete But among all the plants growing there the deep red Miyazaki mango stands out like a hidden treasure The Rare Egg of the Sun The Miyazaki mango originally from Japan

13 Mar 2026
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Young Pilot, Big Responsibility: Deepika Adhana’s Mission to Evacuate 169 Indians

Mom bye bye I don t know if I will come back or not These were the haunting yet courageous words spoken by -year-old pilot Deepika Adhana from Faridabad before she stepped into the cockpit on the morning of March What lay ahead was not a routine flight but a mission filled with uncertainty tension and responsibility Deepika a pilot with Air India Express had just received sudden instructions to operate a rescue flight to Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates where dozens of Indians were stranded amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East involving Iran Israel and the United States nbsp The assignment had originally been given to another pilot but barely two hours before departure Deepika was asked to take over the mission Without hesitation she accepted Yet she knew the risks The atmosphere across the region had become unpredictable and aviation routes were already

13 Mar 2026
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Odisha’s Panchu Dola Melana Begins: A Grand Gathering of Faith And Colors

As spring spreads colour and warmth across Odisha one of the state s most vibrant and beloved festivals Panchu Dola Melana begins with great excitement and devotion Celebrated mainly in Harirajpur village of Khordha district near Bhubaneswar the festival arrives just a few days after Dola Purnima the full-moon celebration associated with Lord Krishna Radha and the spirit of Holi Dola Purnima marks the beginning of joyful festivities where idols of Radha and Krishna are placed on decorated swings and carried through villages Panchu Dola Melana which takes place five days after the full moon of the Falgun month is the grand finale of these celebrations In the festivities unfold in the second week of March bringing devotees and visitors together in an atmosphere filled with colour nbsp music and devotion When Deities Come TogetherWhat makes Panchu Dola Melana truly extraordinary is a tradition rarely seen anywhere else Deities from

13 Mar 2026
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