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India’s second largest cable bridge is to be opened in Sagar taluk in Karnataka. It is between Ambargodlu and Kalasavalli on Highway 369E. This new bridge is expected to significantly reduce travel time and boost local tourism and economic activity. It will improve connectivity to several villages in Sagar and Hosanagara taluks, as well as to popular temples like Sigandur Chowdeshwari and Kollur Mookambike. The bridge was built to address long standing connectivity issues within the region, which was due to the flooding of the Sharavathi reservoir in the 1960s, which submerged large parts of the region. Due to this,…

The container shipping industry is led by a few global players whose fleets span continents and drive the movement of goods across supply chains. These companies aren’t just logistical giants—they influence the flow of the global economy through technological innovation, sustainability efforts, and strategic infrastructure investments. Here’s a closer look at the five most dominant container shipping companies and how they maintain their leadership positions. MSC – Maintaining the Top Spot Through Scale and InnovationThe Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) stands as the world’s largest container shipping company, with a fleet capacity exceeding 5.2 million TEUs and operations in more than 500 ports…

Between January and June 2025, Dubai planted over 300,000 trees across key roadways and intersections as part of a major AED190 million landscaping initiative. The project transformed more than 3 million square metres of land, reinforcing the city’s identity through greenery and smart infrastructure while contributing to long-term environmental goals. Strategic Locations and Native Flora The afforestation effort targeted prominent roads and intersections including Sheikh Zayed Road, Sheikh Rashid Street, Al Khail Road, and others. Dubai Municipality selected a mix of native and ornamental species—such as sidr, ghaf, neem, chorisia, and bougainvillaea—ensuring a balance between climate resilience and aesthetic appeal.…

Kaynes Electronics Manufacturing Pvt Ltd (KEMPL), a subsidiary of Kaynes Technology India, has announced plans to invest ₹352 crore to establish a new manufacturing unit in Bhopal’s Badwai IT Park. The announcement was made on July 13 as part of efforts to expand the company’s national footprint. Production to Begin by Mid-2026 The upcoming factory will be built on a five-acre site and is expected to begin operations by mid-2026. It will focus on producing electronic components for various sectors using advanced manufacturing technologies. The project is anticipated to generate over 1,000 skilled jobs in the region. Part of Madhya…

Passengers flying out of Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) may soon notice a futuristic change on the runway. A fleet of driverless electric baggage tractors is now transporting luggage directly to aircraft, marking a significant step in airport automation. This deployment is led by dnata, a major air and travel services provider. About the Vehicles and Their Capabilities The fleet consists of six EZTow electric tractors developed by TractEasy. These vehicles can tow up to four baggage containers (ULDs) at once and operate at speeds of up to 15 km/h. They follow fixed routes across the…

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s mission to the International Space Station (ISS) has marked a milestone in India’s human spaceflight journey. According to Air Vice Marshal Anupam Agarwal, former Commandant of the Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM), this mission is the first real-time validation of India’s astronaut training and selection systems in microgravity conditions. The mission is part of Axiom-4, an international spaceflight programme. Training Methods and Medicine Processes Under Evaluation Agarwal emphasized that this mission is testing not only Shukla’s capabilities but also the standards developed by IAM for selecting and preparing astronauts. The procedures, psychological assessment tools, and aerospace…

After years of speculation, Elon Musk-led electric car giant Tesla has officially launched operations in India. The company inaugurated its first showroom in Mumbai recently, marking a significant milestone in its entry into the Indian electric vehicle (EV) market. Mahindra Chairman Anand Mahindra Welcomes Tesla Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Mahindra Group, publicly welcomed Tesla to India via social media. He reshared a 2017 tweet in which he had invited Tesla to enter the Indian market. In his post, he wrote, “Welcome Tesla and Musk to India. The world’s most exciting EV opportunity just got more thrilling. Innovation drives progress —…

Hotmail co-founder Sabeer Bhatia recently expressed doubts about the credibility of elite educational institutions after a video of IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti went viral. In the footage, Kamakoti claimed that cow urine has “anti-bacterial, anti-fungal” properties and aids digestion. Concerns Over Scientific Credibility Bhatia voiced his shock on social media platform X, questioning how public trust could be maintained when leaders of prestigious institutions promote such views. His remarks ignited a debate online, with some users supporting his concerns about scientific accuracy, while others defended Kamakoti’s statements. The Viral Video and Anecdotal Evidence In the video, Kamakoti shared a…

Following the Bombay High Court’s orders to curb noise pollution, police in Mumbai removed a total of 1,608 loudspeakers from various religious places. Out of these, 1,149 were taken from mosques, while others were removed from temples, churches, gurudwaras, and other establishments. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis recently announced that the city is now officially “loudspeaker-free.” Legal Protests and the Search for Alternatives Though several petitions have been filed challenging the removal as a violation of religious freedom, mosques across Mumbai are adopting innovative solutions to ensure the call to prayer, or azaan, continues to reach the faithful. In-Home Speakers Linked to Mosques In Mankhurd’s…

Indian Air Force Group Captain and ISRO astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla successfully piloted the SpaceX Dragon capsule carrying the Ax-4 crew back to Earth. The capsule made a safe splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego, California, at 3:01 p.m. IST on July 15, 2025. International Team Completes ISS Mission The Ax-4 crew included Commander Peggy Whitson, Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla, European Space Agency astronaut Slawosz “Suave” Uznanski-Wisniewski of Poland, and HUNOR astronaut Tibor Kapu from Hungary. The team spent 18 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS), conducting research and engaging in educational outreach. SpaceX Confirms Splashdown…