Category: News

New Delhi, July 1: Space technology startup Agnikul Cosmos has signed a strategic agreement with ICEYE to jointly develop advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Earth observation systems, marking a significant step towards strengthening India’s space-based imaging capabilities. The collaboration aims to leverage the expertise of both organisations in developing next-generation…

July 1: A passenger bus caught fire following a collision on the Jaipur–Bandikui Expressway in Dausa district, Rajasthan, on Tuesday, leaving several people feared dead. According to initial reports, at least 25 passengers managed to escape from the burning bus, while others are feared trapped inside. Fire services and police…

New Delhi, July 1: The Government has revised the windfall tax structure on petroleum products, increasing the levy on petrol exports while reducing duties on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF). The updated rates are aimed at balancing domestic fuel supply priorities while responding to evolving global energy market conditions.…

New Delhi, July 1: Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continued its strong growth trajectory in June, recording a 23% year-on-year increase in transaction volume, which rose to 22.72 billion transactions, according to the latest data. The surge reflects the continued expansion of digital payments across India, driven by increasing adoption among…

Mumbai , July 1: Indian equity markets opened on a positive note on Tuesday, supported by firm global cues and improved investor sentiment across major sectors. Benchmark indices started the session in the green, with early gains driven by buying interest in banking, IT, and energy stocks. Broader markets also…

Following the grand Snana Purnima ritual at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, Lord Jagannath along with Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra has entered the traditional Anasara period, a 15-day ceremonial seclusion believed to be the deities’ recovery phase after the sacred bath. During this period, the deities are kept…

Sundargarh, July 1 (UDN): A suspected robbery attempt ended in the murder of a Ranchi-based YouTuber in Odisha’s Sundargarh district, while the alleged mastermind of the crime died in a road accident during an attempt to flee with the victim’s vehicle, police said on Tuesday. The victim, identified as Shivdhan…

Noida, July 1: Aanura Jewellery is designed for uninterrupted, all-day wear, reflecting a growing trend that blends functionality, comfort, and luxury. The “Desk to Dinner” movement highlights a shift where jewellery is no longer limited to special occasions but is seamlessly integrated into everyday life. The collection brings together a…

Bhubaneswar, July 1 (UDN): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a nowcast warning for 14 districts of Odisha, forecasting thunderstorms with lightning, light to moderate rainfall, and gusty winds reaching up to 40 kmph over the next three hours. The districts likely to be affected are Angul, Ganjam, Kendrapara,…

New Delhi, July 1 (UDN): The Central Government has clarified that the use of E20 fuel—a blend of 20 per cent ethanol and 80 per cent petrol—remains in an experimental and transition phase, with efforts underway to assess its long-term performance and compatibility across different vehicle categories. Representational image The…