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Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, serving as mission pilot on the Ax-4 mission, shared his initial experiences in space during a live update from the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. Shukla described the launch as an exceptional experience, focusing on the sensation of weightlessness. He said he was thrilled to be with his fellow astronauts. Recounting the moment of launch, Shukla said it was something else entirely. Shukla also expressed his gratitude towards the mission team, highlighting the achievement as a collective effort. The team is composed of astronauts from multiple countries and will be docking with the ISS for up to 14…

Maaman, the Tamil film starring Soori and Rajkiran, is set to make its digital debut. The Prasanth Pandiyaraj-directed family drama, which premiered in theaters on May 16, 2025, won over viewers with its mix of comedy and touching moments. The film’s success resulted in a box office collection of 40 crores. The OTT release date for Maaman has been set for June 27, 2025, on Zee5. The film will be available in multiple languages, including Tamil and Telugu. The cast also includes Aishwarya Lekshmi, Rajkiran, Swasika, Bala Saravanan, Baba Bhaskar, Viji Chandrasekhar, Nikhila Sankar, and Geetha Kailasam. K. Kumar produced…

Reliance Jio has introduced a ₹1028 recharge plan, designed to provide significant value to its prepaid customers. The plan’s key feature is a ₹50 cashback. The plan offers a daily allowance of 2GB of data, along with unlimited calling and 100 SMS per day. In addition to these core benefits, subscribers will also receive access to Jio’s Unlimited offers, which include Jio Hotstar access for 90 days and 50GB of free AI cloud storage. The validity of this plan is 84 days, totaling 168GB of high-speed data. Furthermore, users will get a 3-month subscription to Swiggy One Lite, which includes…

Nitish Rana is on the verge of rejoining Delhi for the upcoming Ranji Trophy season, marking a return after a challenging two years with Uttar Pradesh (UP). The left-handed batsman has obtained a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA), allowing him to make the move. UPCA CEO Ankit Chatterjee stated that Rana had requested the NOC for family reasons. The Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) is aware of Rana’s intent, as confirmed by secretary Ashok Sharma, though formal confirmation is pending receipt of the NOC. Rana began his domestic career with Delhi, rising through…

In a move to fortify its maritime trade capabilities, the Odisha government has finalized Concession Agreements for crucial port projects. These include expanding Gopalpur Port and establishing a captive jetty at Jatadhari in Jagatsinghpur district. The total investment allocated for these projects is Rs 18,654 crore. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, present during the signing ceremony, highlighted the potential of these projects to transform Odisha into a major maritime trade hub. Key elements of the agreements feature JSW Utkal Steel Limited’s Rs 2,100 crore investment to construct a 52 million metric tonne (MMT) capacity captive jetty at Jatadhari and Gopalpur…

The Sarguja district of Chhattisgarh is reeling from a devastating incident where two young children lost their lives by drowning. The victims, Aarav Agarwal (9) and Ansh Agarwal (7), were with friends and had gone to a pond to wash their bicycles when the accident occurred. Their families, concerned by their absence, spent the night searching for them. The children’s bodies were discovered in the pond this morning. Police from the Kerju police station have initiated an inquiry and are taking necessary actions.

A retired Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was involved in a murder-suicide in Rajasthan’s Nagaur district on Thursday, after shooting his brother-in-law. The incident is the culmination of a long-standing conflict with his wife and her family. Police investigations indicate that the 48-year-old man was deeply agitated by his wife’s decision to reside with her parents for three months. He alleged that his in-laws were influencing his wife against him, which triggered continuous arguments and ultimately led to their separation. According to a local constable, the man recorded a statement before committing the act, in which he discussed the marital…

Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, proclaimed victory over Israel in a speech after a ceasefire agreement. He alleged that the United States intervened directly in the conflict, fearing the collapse of the Israeli regime. Khamenei insisted the US intervention was unsuccessful. He noted Iranian forces targeted and damaged the Al-Udeid Air Base. He also cautioned that the Islamic Republic possesses the capability to target key US facilities and will respond forcefully to any future aggression.

Prepare for the OTT release of ‘Marry My Husband,’ a South Korean drama that merges sci-fi elements with a compelling romance. This series, based on a popular web novel and webtoon, explores themes of betrayal, revenge, and the possibility of altering one’s fate through time travel. The story follows Kang Ji-won, who, after enduring betrayal, is given a chance to rewrite her destiny. Returning to the past, she navigates a twisted path of revenge and redemption, aiming to change the course of her life. The narrative also introduces Yoo Ji-hyuk, Ji-won’s supportive boss, who shares a connection with her. ‘Marry…

Ben Stokes is looking forward to Jofra Archer’s return to Test cricket, despite differing opinions from Michael Vaughan. Vaughan has stated that Archer does not deserve a place in the playing XI for the upcoming second Test against India at Edgbaston. Stokes expressed his delight at Archer’s comeback and his excitement at seeing him with the red ball. England, currently leading the series 1-0, has not yet announced the squad for the second Test, which starts on July 2. Archer’s Test statistics include 42 wickets in 13 matches. Vaughan suggests Archer should gain more experience playing red-ball cricket for Sussex…