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Briton, nicknamed ‘Hardest Geezer’, becomes first person to run length of Africa

British national Russ Cook, known as the “Hardest Geezer,” has successfully completed a challenging trek that took him over 352 days to finish. During his journey, he covered more than 10,000 miles, passed through 16 countries, and took over 19 million steps, all while raising money for charity. Mr. Cook departed from South Africa’s southernmost …

Pune Celebrates Yoga Mahotsav Ahead of International Yoga Day

Pune Celebrates Yoga Mahotsav Ahead of International Yoga Day

The ‘Yoga Mahotsav’ was held in Pune, Maharashtra, to mark the 75-day countdown to the International Day of Yoga. Organized by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga and the National Institute of Naturopathy, Ministry of Ayush, the event witnessed the overwhelming participation of thousands of people. The participants engaged in the practice of the …

Which Districts of Uttar Pradesh Share Border with Madhya Pradesh

Which Districts of Uttar Pradesh Share Border with Madhya Pradesh?

Uttar Pradesh stands as the fourth largest state in India, sprawling across an area of 240,928 square kilometers. It boasts the highest number of districts in the country. Uttar Pradesh shares its borders with various states and also with a neighboring country. Let’s delve into which districts of Uttar Pradesh share borders with the state …

111-Year-Old John Alfred Tinniswood Becomes World's New Oldest Man

111-Year-Old John Alfred Tinniswood Becomes World’s New Oldest Man

Guinness World Records (GWR) has shared a video of the world’s oldest living man, 111-year-old John Alfred Tinniswood, from England. In the video, Tinniswood reveals what he believes is the secret to his exceptional longevity and also offers a piece of advice for others. A Remarkable Life Span Tinniswood was born in 1912 in Merseyside, …

RBI Takes Regulatory Actions Regarding NBFCs' Registration

RBI Takes Regulatory Actions Regarding NBFCs’ Registration

In a recent announcement, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made significant regulatory decisions regarding the registration of non-banking finance companies (NBFCs). The RBI has cancelled the registration certificates of four NBFCs and has received voluntary surrender of licenses from 11 other entities for various reasons, including business exit, amalgamation, and non-requirement for registration …

RBI Survey: Consumer Confidence on the Rise

RBI Survey: Consumer Confidence on the Rise

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) recent survey conducted in March 2024 indicates a significant improvement in consumer confidence for the year ahead. The Future Expectations Index (FEI) rose by 2.1 points to reach 125.2, the highest level since mid-2019. This surge in optimism is attributed to households’ positive sentiments regarding the general economic situation, …

Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) Launches India's First Privately-Built Sub-Metre Resolution Surveillance Satellite

Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) Launches India’s First Privately-Built Sub-Metre Resolution Surveillance Satellite

Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL), in collaboration with Satellogic, has successfully launched India’s inaugural private sector-built sub-metre resolution earth observation satellite, TSAT-1A. This significant milestone marks a new era in India’s space endeavors, offering enhanced surveillance capabilities to the country. Collaboration and Launch Details The collaboration between TASL and Satellogic resulted in the successful launch …

Tri-Service Planning Conference: Parivartan Chintan

Tri-Service Planning Conference: Parivartan Chintan

The inaugural Tri-Service Planning Conference, dubbed ‘Parivartan Chintan,’ convened in New Delhi on April 8, 2024, orchestrated by the Ministry of Defence. This landmark event aimed to foster jointness and integration among the Indian Armed Forces, especially in light of ongoing efforts to establish unified theatre commands. Participants Chief of the Indian Army, General Manoj …