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Isro is launching a robotic arm with Spadex in space. Here's what it will do

Isro is preparing for its pioneering Space Docking Experiment, set to launch on December 30, 2024. This mission will feature a sophisticated robotic arm designed to capture tethered space debris, marking a significant advancement in India's space technology. Upon successful completion of this experiment, the robotic manipulator will be equipped to capture free-floating debris and refuel both tethered and free-floating …

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Mohali building collapse: Body of man found, death toll climbs to two

The Hindu

The death toll in the Mohali building collapse climbed to two on Sunday with the body of a man recovered from under the rubble, officials said. The multi-storey building collapsed on Saturday evening in Sohana village of Punjab's Mohali district, with at least five people trapped in its rubble. One male body was recovered during the ongoing rescue operation, Sub-Divisional …

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1 day, 14 hours ago

Mohali building collapse toll rises to 2, efforts on to rescue trapped people

India Today

The body of a boy was found on Sunday from a three-storey building that collapsed in Punjab's Mohali, taking the death toll to two, as intensive efforts from various rescue agencies continued in the hope of finding survivors trapped under the rubble. In a remarkable display of coordinated efforts, Indian Army columns along with NDRF and state rescue teams have …

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1 day, 14 hours ago

Dehradun Diary: Tawaghat-Lipulekh highway blocked due to landslide

New Indian Express

Tawaghat-Lipulekh highway blocked Dozens of vehicles became stranded on both sides of the Tawaghat-Lipulekh border area in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand after a sudden landslide blocked the highway on Saturday. Bhupendra Singh Mehar, the District Disaster Management Officer of Pithoragarh, stated, “The road leading from Pithoragarh to Dawa Ghat is blocked due to heavy debris near Romti Nala, but it is expected …

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2 days, 14 hours ago

Himachal woman dies in Mohali building collapse, rescue effort on, building owners booked

New Indian Express

CHANDIGARH: A 20-year-old woman, hailing from Himachal Pradesh, died after she was pulled out of the debris of a four-storey building that collapsed in the Sohana village of Punjab's Mohali district on Saturday, officials said. A multi-storey building collapsed Saturday evening, with at least five people trapped in its rubble. Police have booked building owners -- Parwinder Singh and Gagandeep …

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1 week, 2 days ago

How to catch the Geminids, one of the strongest meteor showers of the year

Hindustan Times

The Geminids — among the few major meteor showers to come from asteroids — peak on Friday. HT Image The shower often produces meteors with a distinctly more yellow glow, likely due to the unusual origin material, said Sally Brummel, planetarium manager at the University of Minnesota’s Bell Museum. Multiple meteor showers occur annually and you don’t need special equipment …

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Geminids Meteor shower 2024: Year's brightest display peaks tonight

India Today

The sky is all set to light up with its annual meteorite shower gala. Called Geminids and considered one of the best annual meteor showers, are all set to peak from Friday night into early Saturday. According to the American Meteor Society, an almost full moon this year means up to 15 meteors per hour are expected at peak time. …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Five-storey building collapses in Mumbai’s Dongri, search ops on | VIDEO

India TV News

A portion of a five-storey building collapsed in Mumbai’s Dongri area in the intervening night of Thursday and Friday. An official said that five vehicles from the fire brigade and police personnel team were rushed to the spot to conduct a search and rescue operation. Speaking on the building collapse, Congress MLA Amin Ali said that the building’s name was …

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1 week, 3 days ago

A slow explosion: The violent birth of the Geminid meteor shower

BBC

A slow explosion: The violent birth of the Geminid meteor shower Getty Images The Geminids are one of the astronomical highlights of the year, creating a spectacular show of shooting stars every December. Arecibo Observatory/NASA/NSF The asteroid 3200 Phaethon, shown here in a number of radar images, is thought to be the parent of the Geminid meteor shower Phaethon's orbit …

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1 week, 4 days ago

How to catch the Geminids, one of the strongest meteor showers of the year

Associated Press

The Geminids — among the few major meteor showers to come from asteroids — peak on Friday. The shower often produces meteors with a distinctly more yellow glow, likely due to the unusual origin material, said Sally Brummel, planetarium manager at the University of Minnesota’s Bell Museum. Multiple meteor showers occur annually and you don’t need special equipment to see …

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1 week, 5 days ago

2 bodies recovered amid debris from a fishing boat that reportedly capsized in Alaska

The Independent

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Two bodies have been …

1 week, 6 days ago

Police seize 14 debris-laden dumpers in Ulwe

Hindustan Times

Navi Mumbai: Nhava-Sheva police intercepted 14 dumpers attempting to illegally dispose of debris in the Ulwe node following an alert from the traffic control room about suspicious vehicle movement across the Atal Setu bridge. Nhava-Sheva police intercepted 14 dumpers attempting to illegally dispose of debris in the Ulwe node. The authorities intercepted all dumpers as they entered sector 12 of …

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2 weeks ago

Sunita Williams working on robot that could capture satellite debris in space

India Today

Nasa astronaut and Expedition 72 Commander Sunita Williams is working on innovative research aimed at enhancing space sustainability. This demonstration involved monitoring the Astrobee as it performed docking maneuvers, showcasing its potential for capturing orbital debris and servicing satellites in space. Its adhesive technology could revolutionise satellite maintenance by enabling non-invasive repairs and extending satellite lifespans, addressing critical challenges posed …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Several trees uprooted, man-made lake damaged in Auroville due to cyclone Fengal

New Indian Express

VILLUPURAM: Several trees were uprooted and portion of Mathri Mandir Lake, a man-made lake, was damaged in Auroville due to cyclone Fengal. Auroville, spanning approximately 4,000 acres, is divided into three zones: the Peace Zone, residential and small-scale industrial areas, and the Green Belt, which focuses on afforestation, organic farming, and sustainable initiatives. Though the damage caused by the cyclone …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hurricane Helene has produced enough debris to fill 11,600 Olympic-sized swimming pools

The Independent

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Crews in western North Carolina have collected 1.55 million cubic yards, or more than 11,625 …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Greek party towns devastated by flash floods as Storm Bora destroys roads and bridges after claiming the lives of three people

Daily Mail

A Greek party town has been left devastated by flash floods as Storm Bora - which has claimed the lives of three people - wipes out roads and bridges. Rhodes has been left covered in mud and debris after the deadly storm battered Greece over the weekend, and over 30cm of rain fell over the popular tourist island. A drone …

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3 weeks ago

Tiruvannamalai landslide: Five bodies recovered, two still trapped under debris; operations intensify

New Indian Express

TIRUVANNAMALAI: Five bodies, trapped in a house buried under mud and rocks triggered by a landslip due to the torrential rain on late Monday, were recovered late on Monday at Annamalaiyar Hill in Tiruvannamalai district following the hectic search operation since Monday early morning. Vinothini, Maha and their 16-year-old brother Surya were residing with their grandmother Rani in the house …

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Tiruvannamalai landslide: Five rescued, two still trapped under debris; operations intensify

New Indian Express

TIRUVANNAMALAI: Five bodies, trapped in a house buried under mud and rocks triggered by a landslip due to the torrential rain on late Monday, were recovered late on Monday at Annamalaiyar Hill in Tiruvannamalai district following the hectic search operation since Monday early morning. Vinothini, Maha and their 16-year-old brother Surya were residing with their grandmother Rani in the house …

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3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: Seven, including five children, trapped in landslide in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai

India TV News

In a unfortunate incident, seven people were trapped after a building was crushed in the landslide on the slope of the hills in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai on Sunday night. The landslide is believed to be caused by heavy rains in the district throughout the day on Sunday under the influence of cyclone Fengal. District Collector D. Bhaskar Pandian said that …

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3 weeks ago

Lando Norris’ Qatar penalty and safety car timing explained by FIA

New York Times

The FIA has explained the reasons behind Lando Norris’ severe penalty during Sunday’s Qatar Grand Prix and the delay in deploying the safety car. For Norris’ penalty, the FIA said that the 10-second stop-and-go was “in accordance with the penalty guidelines circulated to teams on Feb. 19 2024,” and that a double-waved yellow infringement “is considered a serious compromise of …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

₹95.35 lakh fine imposed for illegally dumping debris in Delhi: MCD report to NGT

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, : The MCD has informed the National Green Tribunal that a fine of ₹95.35 lakh was imposed on violators for illegally dumping construction and demolition debris in October. ₹ 95.35 lakh fine imposed for illegally dumping debris in Delhi: MCD report to NGT The NGT sought regular replies from the authorities concerned with steps preventing air pollution in …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Achieving Spotless Commercial Spaces With Ilife X1000 Robot Vacuum Cleaner: Revolutionizing Professional Cleaning In India

India Today

In India’s diverse and dynamic commercial environments, maintaining pristine spaces is crucial to enhancing customer perception and fostering a productive atmosphere. Enter the ILIFE X1000 finest commercial robot vacuum cleaner, designed to meet the unique demands of modern businesses with cutting-edge technology and powerful performance. A distinguishing feature of the ILIFE X1000 commercial robot vacuum cleaner is its LiDAR navigation …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Picking through the debris of the 2024 election, Democrats are left soul searching

Salon

Democrats and the mainstream news media are still sorting through the wreckage of the 2024 election, seeking some insight into why and how Donald Trump and his MAGA movement were able to win both the popular vote, the Electoral College and control of both chambers of Congress. Donald Trump and his campaign told a better and more consistent story that …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Moons of Mars could be broken remains of something big

India Today

Mars, the Red Planet, is home to two intriguing moons, Phobos and Deimos. Unlike Earth's Moon, whose origin is fairly well understood as the result of a collision with a Mars-sized protoplanet called Theia, the origins of Mars's moons remain a mystery. Mars's gravitational pull is relatively weak compared to Earth or Venus, making it unlikely for Mars to capture …

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Isro is launching a robotic arm with Spadex in space. Here's what it will do

Mohali building collapse: Body of man found, death toll climbs to two

Mohali building collapse toll rises to 2, efforts on to rescue trapped people

Dehradun Diary: Tawaghat-Lipulekh highway blocked due to landslide

Himachal woman dies in Mohali building collapse, rescue effort on, building owners booked

How to catch the Geminids, one of the strongest meteor showers of the year

Geminids Meteor shower 2024: Year's brightest display peaks tonight

Five-storey building collapses in Mumbai’s Dongri, search ops on | VIDEO

A slow explosion: The violent birth of the Geminid meteor shower

How to catch the Geminids, one of the strongest meteor showers of the year

2 bodies recovered amid debris from a fishing boat that reportedly capsized in Alaska

Police seize 14 debris-laden dumpers in Ulwe

Sunita Williams working on robot that could capture satellite debris in space

Several trees uprooted, man-made lake damaged in Auroville due to cyclone Fengal

Hurricane Helene has produced enough debris to fill 11,600 Olympic-sized swimming pools

Greek party towns devastated by flash floods as Storm Bora destroys roads and bridges after claiming the lives of three people

Tiruvannamalai landslide: Five bodies recovered, two still trapped under debris; operations intensify

Tiruvannamalai landslide: Five rescued, two still trapped under debris; operations intensify

Cyclone Fengal: Seven, including five children, trapped in landslide in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvannamalai

Lando Norris’ Qatar penalty and safety car timing explained by FIA

₹95.35 lakh fine imposed for illegally dumping debris in Delhi: MCD report to NGT

Achieving Spotless Commercial Spaces With Ilife X1000 Robot Vacuum Cleaner: Revolutionizing Professional Cleaning In India

Picking through the debris of the 2024 election, Democrats are left soul searching

Moons of Mars could be broken remains of something big