ISRO said on Saturday the Aditya-L1 spacecraft has travelled beyond a distance of 9.2 lakh km from Earth, successfully escaping the sphere of Earth’s influence. It is now navigating its path towards the Sun-Earth Lagrange Point 1 (L1), the Bengaluru-headquartered national space agency said in a statement on X, formerly Twitter. “This is the second […]
Month: September 2023
Antimatter’s secret revealed: CERN study proves it behaves like regular matter
Physicists have announced that antimatter falls downward, resolving a long-standing question in the realm of particle physics. The study, conducted by the ALPHA collaboration at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Switzerland, sheds light on the elusive nature of antimatter. Antimatter is believed to have been created in equal amounts alongside regular matter […]
‘How Business Storytelling Works’ review: A captivating self-help book that is fun to read
Who doesn’t like a good story? At the movies, the story, and plot line, is the essential driver that helps us gravitate towards selecting one film over the other. The same for web series and paperbacks, and possibly, every other mode of entertainment. But have you ever wondered, every human being probably needs a story […]
Cauvery row: ‘Incurred huge loss’ says Siddharth; ‘Very sorry’ says Shivarajkumar
Kannada star Shivarajkumar has apologised to Tamil actor Siddharth after the latter had to walk out of a press meet in Bengaluru recently following protests from pro-Kannada outfits. Actor Siddharth, was in Bengaluru on September 28 to promote his recent film Chithha and he had reportedly organised a special screening of the film for presspersons […]
Work-related stress affects family meals and child development, says study
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, family mealtimes have emerged as a vital space for parents and children to connect, communicate, and strengthen their bonds. Yet, the ever-increasing demands of work can pose a significant challenge to maintaining this cherished tradition. A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign […]
Step up for a strong heart: The benefits of daily stair climbing
A new study has discovered that merely climbing a minimum of 50 steps each day can significantly decrease the risk of heart disease. The research, conducted by Tulane University, highlights how ascending more than five flights of stairs daily can reduce the likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease by an astonishing 20%. Cardiovascular diseases such as […]
Exposure to air pollution linked to increased stroke risk within 5 days: Study
Short-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to an increased risk of stroke, according to a study. The meta analysis, published recently in the the journal Neurology, defined short-term exposure as occurring within five days of the stroke. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or even death. Signs of a stroke […]
Anushka Sharma-Virat Kohli expecting second baby: Report
Actress Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli are set to be parents for the second time, according to reports. The actress is mostly likely into her second trimester, and the couple will make the news public soon, a source told the Hindustan Times. The couple has a daughter Vamika, born in January 2021. Speaking to […]
‘I enjoy a character who feels alive, who can make you feel something’: Varun Mitra
Varun Mitra, who shot to fame with the Amazon Prime Prime legal drama Guilty Minds, speaks about his experiences in the industry, his transition from television hosting to acting, and his approach to acting. Was the journey from television host to actor a natural progression? There was no transition really. It all happened together. Travel […]
Why is ISRO’s quest for Venus so significant?
Venus, often referred to as Earth’s twin sister, has long intrigued scientists with its enigmatic atmosphere and extreme conditions. Numerous space agencies have already embarked on missions to study this neighbouring planet, shedding light on its mysteries and offering insights into the evolution of rocky planets. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has joined this […]