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Maharashtra Leads Fiscal Health Report, Chhattisgarh Surprises at Second Place

August 16, 2023

In a recent development, Maharashtra has emerged as the front-runner in the Fiscal Health Report, showcasing commendable financial stability. Surprisingly, Chhattisgarh, a state often associated with economic challenges, secured an unexpected second position in the rankings. Key Criteria for Assessment The Fiscal Health Report’s assessment is based on four crucial fiscal parameters: Fiscal Deficit: This …

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Indian-American economist Raj Chetty awarded top Harvard University prize

August 16, 2023

Raj Chetty and Michael Springer awarded Harvard’s George Ledlie Prize Raj Chetty, an Indian-American economist, and Michael Springer, a biologist, have been awarded Harvard University’s George Ledlie Prize for their groundbreaking work in their respective fields. Chetty, a professor of economics at Harvard University, is known for his work on economic mobility. He has used …

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Eminent scientist Padma Shri MRS Rao passes away at 75

August 16, 2023

Padma Shri awardee and former President of Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Prof. M.R. Satyanarayana Rao passed away at his residence in Tata Nagar in Bengaluru on August 13 night. He was 75. Born in Mysuru, Prof Rao obtained his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees from Bangalore University. He got his PhD from …

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Former India football captain Mohammed Habib passes away

August 16, 2023

Former India captain and legendary footballer Mohammed Habib passed away. He represented India in many international tournaments from 1965-76. He was considered by many experts as one of the best players the country has ever produced. He was also a bronze medallist in the 1970 Asian Games in Bangkok led by his fellow Hyderabadi Syed …

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Chandrayaan-3 Gets Closer To Moon After Fourth Orbit Reduction Manoeuvre

August 16, 2023

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) continues its impressive progress in the Chandrayaan-3 mission, as it successfully executed another vital orbit reduction maneuver on August 14. This maneuver brings the spacecraft a step closer to achieving a precise landing on the lunar surface. Orbit Circularisation Phase Commences The recent maneuver was conducted at the ISRO …

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Viacom18 Completes Merger Of JioCinema and Voot OTT Platforms

August 16, 2023

Viacom18, a prominent player in the Indian media and entertainment industry, has made significant strides in merging its two Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms, JioCinema and Voot. The integration process has reached an advanced stage, with technology backends fully aligned and a majority of Voot Select subscribers smoothly transitioning to JioCinema. Unification of Platforms The merger has …

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NBRI launches lotus variety which blooms in all seasons

August 16, 2023

In a momentous celebration, the CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI) launched an extraordinary variety of the national flower, Lotus, named ‘Namoh 108‘. This unique flower boasts an astonishing 108 petals and was dedicated to the nation on the eve of Independence Day, underscoring its significance in the cultural and religious tapestry of India. The unveiling …

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India’s first Solar Mission Aditya L1 to be launched soon

August 16, 2023

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is launching its first solar mission, Aditya-L1, to study the Sun. The mission will be placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrange point 1 (L1), which is about 1.5 million kilometers from Earth. From this vantage point, Aditya-L1 will be able to study the Sun’s atmosphere, magnetic fields, …

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INS Kulish Participates In Celebration Of 77th Independence Day in Singapore

August 16, 2023

In a notable display of maritime cooperation, the guided missile corvette INS Kulish made its presence felt during Singapore’s 77th Independence Day festivities. As part of its ongoing engagement in the multinational SEACAT 2023 exercise, the crew and officers of INS Kulish celebrated the occasion at the High Commission of India in Singapore. INS Kulish’s …

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Parsi New Year 2023: Date, History and Significance

August 16, 2023

The Parsi New Year, also referred to as Navroz or Nowruz, is a joyous occasion celebrated between July and August, this year Parsi New Year marked on 16th August. Rooted in the Persian words ‘Nav and ‘Roz’, which means ‘new day’, this cherished festival has a rich history spanning over 3,000 years. Origin of Parsi …

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Daily Archives: August 16, 2023

Maharashtra Leads Fiscal Health Report, Chhattisgarh Surprises at Second Place

Indian-American economist Raj Chetty awarded top Harvard University prize

Eminent scientist Padma Shri MRS Rao passes away at 75

Former India football captain Mohammed Habib passes away

Chandrayaan-3 Gets Closer To Moon After Fourth Orbit Reduction Manoeuvre

Viacom18 Completes Merger Of JioCinema and Voot OTT Platforms

NBRI launches lotus variety which blooms in all seasons

India’s first Solar Mission Aditya L1 to be launched soon

INS Kulish Participates In Celebration Of 77th Independence Day in Singapore

Parsi New Year 2023: Date, History and Significance

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