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Vande Mataram at 150: A Timeless Anthem of India’s Unity, Pride, and Devotion

On November the nation witnessed a moment steeped in emotion and pride as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a year-long nationwide commemoration marking years of India s national song Vande Mataram The event held in New Delhi symbolized a tribute not only to a song but to the very soul of India s freedom and unity During the ceremony the Prime Minister released a commemorative coin and postal stamp and launched a dedicated Vande Mataram Portal connecting millions of Indians to the historic journey of the anthem that inspired a generation of freedom fighters The celebrations will continue till November coinciding with the th anniversary of the day Bankim Chandra Chatterji composed the song in on the sacred occasion of Akshaya Navami The Song That Touched nbsp a NationFew compositions have held as deep a place in India s heart as Vande Mataram Written in Sanskrit by Bankim Chandra Chatterji

10 Nov 2025
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Where Time Stands Eternal: The Grand Egyptian Museum and Egypt’s Living Legacy

Near one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World the Great Pyramid of Khufu Egypt has unveiled what many call the cultural wonder of the modern age the Grand Egyptian Museum GEM After two decades of planning delays and over billion in investment the museum finally opened its doors to the public promising to redefine how humanity experiences ancient Egyptian civilization Located just km from the Pyramids of Giza and km from Cairo the GEM stands as the world s largest archaeological museum devoted to a single civilization It brings together more than artifacts spanning from Egypt s pre-dynastic period to the Greek and Roman eras a journey through seven millennia of human history The Heart of Egypt s HeritageEgypt s identity has always been deeply rooted in its ancient past in its kings queens gods and monuments that continue to fascinate the world The Grand Egyptian Museum serves

9 Nov 2025
Wanderlust

Different, Not Less. Truly Legendary: Sheetal Devi Becomes the First Para-Athlete in India’s Able-Bodied Archery Team

India witnessed a landmark moment in sports when Sheetal Devi the -year-old world compound para-archery champion from Jammu and Kashmir earned selection to the Indian able-bodied junior team for the upcoming Asia Cup Stage in Jeddah This historic selection marks the first time in Indian history that a para-athlete has been chosen to represent the country in an able-bodied international competition Born without arms Sheetal s journey has always been about defying the odds Her inclusion in the able-bodied squad is not just a personal triumph it s a defining moment in India s sporting evolution symbolizing inclusion resilience and the unbreakable human spirit A Dream Beyond LimitsAfter the announcement Sheetal took to social media to express her joy and gratitude When I started competing I had a small dream to one day compete alongside the able-bodied I didn t make it at first but I kept going learning from

7 Nov 2025
Star Citizens

Digital Maharashtra: Maharashtra Becomes First Indian State to Partner with Elon Musk’s Starlink

In a landmark move that could redefine India s digital connectivity landscape Maharashtra has become the first Indian state to formally partner with Elon Musk s Starlink the satellite internet venture of SpaceX Announced by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis the collaboration is part of the state s broader Digital Maharashtra Mission aimed at bringing high-speed internet to the remotest corners of the state where traditional broadband infrastructure has struggled to reach nbsp The Letter of Intent LOI was signed in Mumbai by Lauren Dreyer Vice President of Starlink and Virendra Singh IAS Secretary Department of Information Technology Government of Maharashtra in the presence of CM Fadnavis nbsp BIG NEWS Maharashtra becomes India s first state to partner with Starlink nbsp Fadnavis shared on X calling it a giant leap toward a future-ready Maharashtra Connecting the UnconnectedThis collaboration aims to deploy satellite-based internet services across government institutions rural communities and critical

7 Nov 2025
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Ayurveda Enters School Textbooks: A New Chapter in India’s Education System

In a groundbreaking move the National Council of Educational Research and Training NCERT has decided to include Ayurveda in the science curriculum for Classes to This initiative rooted in the vision of the National Education Policy NEP seeks to bridge India s ancient knowledge systems with modern scientific learning According to NCERT the goal is to ensure students develop not just academic understanding but also an appreciation for holistic health nutrition and environmental balance nbsp For the first time millions of schoolchildren across India will open their science textbooks to find the principles of Ayurveda the ancient Indian system of medicine that has guided healthy living for over years What Students Will Learn From Balance to Well-beingThe introduction of Ayurveda is not limited to a single chapter it is a gradual integration across middle school science Class students will be introduced to Ayurveda s opposing qualities known as Gunas such

6 Nov 2025
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Made in Odisha, Made for India: BonV Aero’s Drones Earn National Glory

In a moment of triumph for Odisha s growing tech ecosystem BonV Aero a Bhubaneswar-based aerospace and defence technology startup has clinched the SIDM Champion Award Special Jury under Category Technology Product Innovation to Address Defence Capabilities Gap The honor was presented by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Satyabrata Satapathy Co-founder and CEO of BonV Aero during a grand ceremony in New Delhi This recognition marks a historic milestone not just for the startup but for the entire state of Odisha as it becomes a beacon of indigenous innovation powering India s defence future Building India s Defence Future from the Ground UpBonV Aero s award-winning technology is a game-changer in the world of autonomous aerial systems UAS The company has developed heavy-lift high-altitude drones capable of carrying significant payloads while operating in complex and high-threat environments Unlike imported systems BonV Aero s drones are designed engineered and manufactured in

6 Nov 2025
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India Makes Quantum Leap: PM Modi Launches Nation’s First Quantum Computing Chip

India has entered a new era of innovation and scientific leadership In a landmark moment Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the country s first Quantum Computing Chip and announced a lakh crore Research Development and Innovation RDI Fund at the inaugural Emerging Science and Technology Innovation Conclave ESTIC held in New Delhi The event marks a turning point in India s ambition to become a global leader in advanced science defence technology and digital innovation showcasing the nation s growing confidence in its own research capabilities ESTIC Imagine Innovate InspireHeld under the inspiring theme Imagine Innovate Inspire ESTIC is envisioned as a flagship annual event to unite India s innovation ecosystem Over participants including Nobel laureates scientists industry leaders policymakers and innovators gathered to celebrate India s scientific progress The conclave serves as a platform to encourage collaboration across academia research institutions industries and government all working together to strengthen

6 Nov 2025
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Beauty, Brains, and Bravery: Kashish Methwani’s Journey From Miss India Stage to the Indian Army

In a world where pageant crowns often lead to film sets and fashion runways Kashish Methwani chose a remarkably different path one that led her to the battlefield The Miss International India title winner stunned the nation when she traded her sash for the Indian Army uniform After months of rigorous military training at the Officers Training Academy OTA Chennai Methwani was commissioned as a Lieutenant in the Indian Army s Air Defence Regiment on September Her journey embodies an extraordinary blend of brilliance beauty and bravery proving that dreams don t have to follow a single road The Making of a Legend nbsp Born on January in Ulhasnagar near Mumbai Lt Methwani grew up in a Sindhi family that valued education and service Her father Dr Gurmukh Das served as a scientist and later held a senior position in the Directorate General of Quality Assurance a department closely associated

5 Nov 2025
Star Citizens

France Powers Ahead: World’s First Wireless EV-Charging Road Near Paris

Imagine driving your electric car on a highway that silently powers your vehicle without ever needing to stop for a charge That s no longer science fiction it s happening right now in France In a remarkable leap toward sustainable mobility France has unveiled the world s first wireless EV charging highway near the A motorway just outside Paris This -kilometer stretch can charge multiple electric cars buses and trucks while they re in motion marking a historic first for the world Independently verified by the Gustave Eiffel University the system can deliver a continuous power output of over kW with peaks reaching kW comparable to Tesla s fastest V Supercharger stations It s not just a technological win it s a vision of the future where transportation becomes cleaner more efficient and more human-centered How Does the Wireless Road Work Beneath the asphalt lies a hidden network of copper

5 Nov 2025
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