Author: Sapna Lazer

Image Source India Today  In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India underscored the pivotal responsibility borne by celebrities and public figures when endorsing consumer products, particularly in the context of cracking down on misleading advertisements. The court’s directive came during a hearing concerning misleading promotions by Patanjali Ayurved Ltd., prompted by a petition filed in 2022 by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) alleging a campaign aimed at discrediting the Covid vaccination effort and contemporary medical systems. The bench, comprising Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah, issued stringent guidelines, compelling advertisers to furnish a self-declaration aligning with the Cable…

Image Source India Today Key Points: 1. Astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Willmore are scheduled for launch on Tuesday. 2. This significant mission marks a pivotal phase in the certification of the Starliner system. 3. Williams has been patiently anticipating a commercial crew flight for almost ten years. Astronaut Sunita Williams Set for Historic Return to Space Aboard Boeing’s Starliner In a much-anticipated milestone for human spaceflight, Indian American astronaut Sunita Williams is poised to make her return to space aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Williams, aged 58, will be joined by fellow NASA astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore, 61, on the…

Image Source India Today  Highlights 1. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud discusses juvenile justice at a symposium in Nepal. 2. He underscores the necessity of global cooperation to combat digital crimes involving minors. 3. Chandrachud highlights the importance of empathy and rehabilitation in justice systems for children. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud of India delivered a compelling keynote address at the National Symposium on Juvenile Justice in Kathmandu, Nepal, emphasizing the urgent need for international cooperation to tackle the rising tide of transnational digital crimes involving minors. His visit, at the invitation of Nepal’s Chief Justice Bishwombhar Prasad Shrestha, underscored the importance…

Image Source India Today  Highlights: – The Indian Ocean has historically experienced warming at a rate of 1.2 degrees Celsius per century. – Current climate models suggest that this warming rate could increase. – Projections indicate that the warming rate in the Indian Ocean could range from 1.7 to 3.8 degrees Celsius per century by the year 2100. The Indian Ocean in Crisis: Urgent Action Needed to Combat Marine Heatwaves The Indian Ocean, a vast expanse of water bordered by 40 countries and home to a third of the global population, is hurtling towards a perilous future characterized by near-permanent…

Sanju Samson’s Journey: Cementing His Place in the Indian Team from Kerala T20 World Cup: Perpetually Ready, Opportunity Arises for Sanju Samson Image Source Google  Sanju Samson, the talented cricketer from Kerala, has often found himself on the cusp of representing India but faced stiff competition and changing roles within the team. Despite this, his recent recall to the T20 World Cup squad signifies a significant opportunity to showcase his capabilities alongside established players like Rishabh Pant. Currently leading the Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Samson’s consistent performances both as a captain and a batsman…

Unveiling Earth’s Ancient Magnetic Secrets: A 3.7-Billion-Year-Old Discovery in Greenland Image Source India Today In a groundbreaking discovery, geologists from MIT and Oxford University have unearthed a significant piece of Earth’s ancient history in Greenland. Through meticulous research and analysis of rocks estimated to be around 3.7 billion years old, these scientists have unveiled new insights into our planet’s magnetic field and its role in shaping the conditions necessary for life to emerge. The discovery, published in the prestigious Journal of Geophysical Research, showcases findings that challenge existing theories about Earth’s magnetic field and its early evolution. The research team,…

A New Era in Nuclear Physics: Laser-Driven Thorium-229 Nucleus Acceleration                           Scientists have taken a step toward building a nuclear clock out of thorium-229.   Image Source Google  The recent accomplishment of accelerating the atomic nucleus of thorium-229 through laser technology marks a significant leap forward in nuclear physics and ushers in a new era of scientific exploration and technological innovation. Spearheaded by Professor Thorsten Schumm and his team at TU Wien (Vienna) in collaboration with the National Metrology Institute Braunschweig (PTB), this achievement unlocks a realm of possibilities that were previously considered beyond reach. Thorium-229 has intrigued scientists for years due…

Gary Kirsten Takes the Reins: Revamping Pakistan’s White-Ball Cricket Gary Kirsten named as Pakistan white ball coach. Image Source Google In a momentous announcement by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Gary Kirsten, renowned for his coaching prowess, has been entrusted with the significant responsibility of leading Pakistan’s men’s national team in white-ball cricket. For Kirsten, this appointment marks a triumphant return to the international cricket arena, and he embraces the opportunity with fervor and determination. Reflecting on his appointment, Kirsten expressed profound gratitude, acknowledging the honor bestowed upon him by the PCB. “It’s truly a great honor to have been…

China’s Lunar Aspirations: Building a Research Station at the Moon’s South Pole by 2035 Wu Wieren chief designer of China’s lunar exploration project gives a speech at the 2024 China Space Conference in Wuhan on April 24,2024. Image Source: Global Times In a bold and visionary move, China has announced its ambitious plan to construct a groundbreaking International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) by the year 2045. This initiative signifies China’s emergence as a major player in space exploration, aiming not only to establish a foothold on the Moon but also to pave the way for deeper human exploration of our…

Breakthrough: Massive Energetic Flare Detected from Magnetic Neutron Star Image Source Google  In the vast expanse of the universe, where extremes are the norm, magnetars stand out as some of the most enigmatic and powerful entities. These compact remnants of massive stars, known as neutron stars, possess magnetic fields of staggering intensity, making them cosmic powerhouses. Among their repertoire of phenomena, giant flares emerge sporadically, unleashing torrents of gamma rays in breathtaking displays of energy unmatched in the cosmos. Recently, scientists made a groundbreaking discovery, detecting the most distant-known instance of a giant flare emanating from a magnetar nestled within…