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Image Source India Today ISRO In February 2022, a significant event unfolded in the skies above Earth when over 35 Starlink satellites began a rapid descent back to the planet’s surface. This unexpected occurrence was attributed to a powerful geomagnetic storm, emanating from the Sun, that struck the satellites just days after their launch. This event underscored the critical vulnerability of satellites to solar activity, prompting heightened vigilance among space agencies worldwide. Fast forward to May 8 and 9 of the same year, when one of the most intense solar storms in over two decades swept across Earth. The Indian…

Image Source Google Captain Gopichand Thotakura: From Sky to Space Captain Gopichand Thotakura, a seasoned aviator hailing from Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, is set to embark on an extraordinary journey beyond the skies. His upcoming voyage aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard spacecraft marks a significant milestone not only for him personally but also for India’s aviation history. Gopichand’s passion for aviation ignited at a young age when, at just eight years old, he stepped into the cockpit of a KLM aircraft. This pivotal moment in his childhood sparked a dream that would guide him through a remarkable career in the skies.…

Image Source Google In a significant judicial development, the Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark ruling exempting advocates from liability under the Consumer Protection Act, emphasizing the unique nature of legal services and the distinctions between professions and commercial enterprises. This ruling, delivered by a bench comprising Justices Bela M Trivedi and Pankaj Mithal, not only shields legal practitioners from consumer complaints but also challenges established legal precedents, particularly concerning the liability of medical professionals under consumer protection laws. The crux of the judgment revolves around the interpretation of the Consumer Protection Act, re-enacted in 2019, and its…

Image Source India Today 1. ISRO is currently developing its second Mars mission. 2. This mission will include both a rover and a helicopter. 3. The launch will take place using the heavy-lift LVM3 rocket. ISRO Reveals Ambitious Plans for Second Mars Mission The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is setting its sights on an impressive second mission to Mars following the resounding success of Mangalyaan. With this mission, ISRO aims to join an elite group, currently comprised of the United States and China, as the third nation to successfully land a spacecraft on the Red Planet. During a presentation…

Image Source Google 1. CSK secured a comfortable 5-wicket victory over RR by successfully chasing down 142 runs in only 18.2 overs. 2. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Simarjeet Singh displayed exceptional performances for the Super Kings. 3. The Super Kings climbed to the 3rd position in the standings, significantly improving their chances of qualifying for the playoffs.  Clinical CSK Outclass RR in IPL Thriller In a crucial IPL 2024 encounter at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday, May 12, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) delivered a masterclass in all-round performance to defeat Rajasthan Royals (RR) and bolster their playoff aspirations. Pitch Tactics…

Image Source Revolutionary Material Holds Promise in Greenhouse Gas Capture In a groundbreaking development for combating climate change, scientists from the UK and China have engineered a remarkable porous material with the potential to significantly mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. This innovative material, termed a “cage of cages” by researchers, represents a pivotal step forward in the pursuit of sustainable solutions to curb carbon emissions. Described in a recent publication in Nature Synthesis, this porous material exhibits exceptional stability in water, making it an ideal candidate for industrial-scale carbon capture applications. Marc Little, a materials scientist at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh…

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. A CME involves a notable release of plasma and magnetic field. 2. A geomagnetic storm disrupts Earth’s magnetosphere. 3. It arises from variations in the solar wind, often triggered by coronal mass ejections. Sunspot AR3664 Unleashes Series of Coronal Mass Ejections: Earth Braces for Geomagnetic Storms The sun’s tumultuous activity has reached its peak as sunspot AR3664, a colossal region on the sun’s surface, relentlessly hurls a series of powerful Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) toward Earth. Recent stunning footage from the Solar and Helio spheric Observatory (SOHO) reveals at least three distinct storm clouds erupting from…

Image Source India Today 2. The researchers examined the impact of aerosol acidity. 3. The Sundarbans confront a multifaceted set of obstacles impacting its air quality. Preserving the Sundarbans: Battling Air Pollution to Protect a Precious Ecosystem The Sundarbans, nestled within the sprawling delta region of the Ganges-Brahmaputra river system, stands as one of the largest and most vital mangrove ecosystems globally. Its vast expanse of interwoven forests and waterways provides a critical habitat for a myriad of flora and fauna, including endangered species like the Bengal tiger and Irrawaddy dolphin. Despite its ecological significance, the Sundarbans faces an imminent…

Image Source India Today  In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India underscored the pivotal responsibility borne by celebrities and public figures when endorsing consumer products, particularly in the context of cracking down on misleading advertisements. The court’s directive came during a hearing concerning misleading promotions by Patanjali Ayurved Ltd., prompted by a petition filed in 2022 by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) alleging a campaign aimed at discrediting the Covid vaccination effort and contemporary medical systems. The bench, comprising Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah, issued stringent guidelines, compelling advertisers to furnish a self-declaration aligning with the Cable…

Image Source India Today Key Points: 1. Astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Willmore are scheduled for launch on Tuesday. 2. This significant mission marks a pivotal phase in the certification of the Starliner system. 3. Williams has been patiently anticipating a commercial crew flight for almost ten years. Astronaut Sunita Williams Set for Historic Return to Space Aboard Boeing’s Starliner In a much-anticipated milestone for human spaceflight, Indian American astronaut Sunita Williams is poised to make her return to space aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Williams, aged 58, will be joined by fellow NASA astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore, 61, on the…