He Crossed India in Just 12 Days: Srujal Kohale's Inspiring Guinness World Record Ride!

When most young people are still discovering their passions Srujal Pravin Kohale from Amravati Maharashtra has already pedalled his way into the history books The young ultra-cyclist achieved the Guinness World Record for the Fastest India South-to-North Crossing by Standard Bicycle WUCA Male after completing the epic journey from Kanyakumari to Srinagar in an astonishing days hours and minutes The remarkable feat accomplished in October also saw him register four World Ultra Cycling Association WUCA World Records making him one of India's most promising endurance cyclists A Journey Across Every ChallengeThe record-breaking expedition began at Cape Comorin in Kanyakumari on October and concluded at the iconic Clock Tower in Srinagar's Lal Chowk on October But the ride was anything but smooth Srujal cycled through blistering temperatures exceeding C relentless headwinds heavy rain steep mountain roads and endless hours of physical exhaustion Every kilometre demanded resilience discipline and mental strength nbsp

7 Jul 2026

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SS Rajamouli Joins Cinema's Greatest Legends: 'RRR' Director Honoured on France's Prestigious Mur des Cinéastes

Indian filmmaker SS Rajamouli has once again made the nation proud this time not with a blockbuster release but with a place in cinema's history itself The visionary director behind global hits like Eega and RRR has been honoured with a plaque on the prestigious Mur des Cin astes at the Lumi re Museum in Lyon France a landmark regarded as the birthplace of cinema The recognition places Rajamouli alongside some of the most celebrated filmmakers the world has ever known marking yet another milestone for Indian cinema on the global stage The emotional moment came after Rajamouli visited the museum and the screening room where Eega and the Oscar-winning RRR were screened to a packed audience reflecting the immense international appreciation for his storytelling An Emotional Walk Through Cinema's BirthplaceRajamouli shared the memorable experience with fans on social media revealing that the visit became far more special than he

3 Jul 2026

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From Healing Heroes to Becoming One: Arti Sarin Receives the Param Vishisht Seva Medal

For years no woman had ever led India's Armed Forces Medical Services That changed when Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin took charge as the Director General Armed Forces Medical Services DGAFMS becoming the first woman to head the country's tri-service military medical organisation and the highest-ranking female officer in the history of the Indian Armed Forces Now the nation has celebrated her extraordinary journey with one of its highest peacetime military honours During the Defence Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Param Vishisht Seva Medal PVSM on Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin recognising her decades of distinguished service visionary leadership and exceptional contribution to military healthcare From AFMC Graduate to the Highest Medical OfficerArti Sarin's journey began in when she was commissioned into the Armed Forces Medical Services after graduating from the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College AFMC Pune with an MBBS degree She specialised in

1 Jul 2026

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He Didn't Have the Internet Growing Up. Now His Satellites Are Changing the World

Long before artificial intelligence smartphones and high-speed internet transformed classrooms learning often depended on a handful of books and an endless supply of curiosity For Awais Ahmed growing up in the quiet village of Aldur in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district space wasn't something he explored through YouTube videos or online courses There was no internet at home for much of his childhood Instead there were encyclopedias his father lovingly brought home filled with galaxies planets and mysteries of the universe Those books became his telescope to the cosmos Years later that same curious child would go on to build one of India's most celebrated private space companies with satellites now orbiting Earth and helping solve some of the planet's biggest environmental challenges When Curiosity Became a MissionInternet access reached Awais's village only when he was in Class By then his fascination with space had already taken root Determined to pursue that

1 Jul 2026

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General Dhiraj Seth Takes Charge as India's 31st Army Chief

India's defence establishment has entered a new chapter with General Dhiraj Seth assuming office as the st Chief of the Army Staff COAS on June Succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi General Seth takes command at a crucial time when the Indian Army is rapidly embracing advanced technologies integrated warfare and force modernisation His appointment comes as part of a broader leadership transition across the armed forces with Admiral Krishna Swaminathan taking over as Chief of the Naval Staff and General Subramani assuming charge as the Chief of Defence Staff For the Indian Army however the spotlight is firmly on General Seth a decorated Armoured Corps officer whose career spans nearly four decades of command strategy and operational excellence The First Armoured Corps Officer to Lead the Army nbsp General Dhiraj Seth's appointment marks a historic milestone He is the first officer from the Armoured Corps to become Chief of Army Staff

30 Jun 2026

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Padma Shri for the Scientist Who Gave India 'Drishti' - The Technology Keeping Aircraft Safe Across the Nation

India's scientific community has another reason to celebrate During the second Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Padma Shri upon Dr Shubha Venkatesh Iyengar honouring decades of pioneering contributions that have quietly transformed India's defence aviation and space sectors While many know India's Agni missiles or its expanding aviation infrastructure few know the remarkable scientist whose innovations are behind both From developing technology now used at every international airport in India to solving a critical challenge in the Agni missile programme Dr Iyengar's career is a shining example of indigenous innovation driving national progress The Woman Behind 'Drishti'One of Dr Iyengar's most celebrated achievements is the creation of Drishti India's first indigenously developed runway visibility measuring system Before Drishti India depended on expensive imported instruments to monitor runway visibility during fog rain and adverse weather conditions Dr Iyengar changed that by developing a homegrown

30 Jun 2026

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From Ladakh to the Skies: How Major Rinchen Dolma Kolto Became a Trailblazer for India's Daughters

When Major Rinchen Dolma Kolto stepped out of an aircraft for her first solo skydive she wasn't just defying gravity she was breaking barriers that had stood for generations Known as the first woman Army officer from the Leh region and Ladakh's first female skydiver the retired Major has built a legacy that stretches far beyond military service Her story is one of determination resilience and a simple yet powerful belief If everyone else can do it why can't I Honoured for a Lifetime of ServiceIn June Major Kolto received the prestigious Veteran Achievers Award from Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi during his visit to the Fire and Fury Corps in Ladakh According to a report in SSBCrack she was among five distinguished veterans recognised not only for their service in uniform but also for their continued contributions to society Their work supporting veterans Veer Naris military

29 Jun 2026

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Breaking Barriers, Saving Lives: Meet Pallavi Patil, Mumbai Fire Brigade's First Woman Fire Engine Driver

In a landmark achievement Pallavi Patil a -year-old firefighter has become the Mumbai Fire Brigade's first-ever woman driver-cum-operator The appointment made on June marks the first time a woman has taken up this crucial operational role in the brigade's century-old history A Dream Born in a Small VillagePallavi's journey to the driver's seat did not begin inside a fire station It began in her native village in Ahilyanagar where she discovered her love for driving as a teenager During her Class summer holidays she convinced a relative to teach her how to drive a car Before long she was confidently handling small goods vehicles never imagining that one day she would be steering one of Mumbai's massive fire engines through some of India's busiest roads I always loved driving she told The Times of India It was purely out of interest I never imagined then that one day I would

27 Jun 2026

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Every Breath Kept a Tradition Alive. Now, It Has Earned Him a Padma Shri

For more than eight decades every note played by Bhiklya Ladakya Dhinda has echoed the traditions of Maharashtra's Warli tribal community Now the -year-old folk musician has received one of India's highest civilian honours the Padma Shri for keeping the centuries-old art of Tarpa music alive Named in the 'Unsung Heroes' category Dhinda's recognition has sparked celebrations across Palghar district where the honour is being hailed as a tribute not only to an extraordinary musician but also to the rich cultural heritage of the Warli tribe A Lifetime Devoted to Music and FaithFor Dhinda the Padma Shri is much more than an award it is a divine blessing He told reporters that he had preserved his culture and worshipped God through music He had been playing the Tarpa since the age of The Tarpa is a -year-old family tradition and he believes that's why God blessed him with the award

26 Jun 2026

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