Day: June 27, 2024

Indian-Origin Doctor in U.S. Avoids Jail Over Mental Health Issues in Intentional Tesla Cliff Crash Case

Manish Kumar

Dharmesh Patel, a 42-year-old Indian-origin radiologist in California, who intentionally drove his Tesla off a 330-foot cliff at Devil’s Side in San Mateo County, will avoid jail and trial due to his mental health condition. Incident Overview On January 2, 2023, Dharmesh Patel drove his Tesla, with his wife and two children inside, off a 330-foot cliff at Devil’s Side in San Mateo County, California. Miraculously, Patel’s family survived the crash and were rescued from the wreckage. Mental Health Factors Patel was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and major depressive disorder…

Key Highlights from President Murmu’s Address to Parliament

Manish Kumar

First Session of 18th Lok Sabha: President Droupadi Murmu addressed both Houses of Parliament in the first session after the recent Lok Sabha elections. Her speech covered a range of significant issues, reflecting the priorities and stance of the Narendra Modi-led NDA government. Condemnation of the Emergency President Murmu called the Emergency of 1975, imposed by then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, the “biggest and darkest chapter of direct attack on the Constitution.” This reference underscores the historical tensions between the BJP and the Congress, signaling potential confrontations in the current…

Sam Pitroda Reinstated as Indian Overseas Congress Chief Months After Controversy

Manish Kumar

Sam Pitroda, a prominent figure in Indian politics and a close ally of the Gandhi family, has been reinstated as the chief of the Indian Overseas Congress. This decision comes months after Pitroda resigned from the position following a series of contentious remarks that sparked political outrage and provided ammunition for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to attack the Congress. Pitroda’s return to leadership has drawn sharp criticism from the BJP, who have accused the Congress of using his resignation as an election tactic. Return to Leadership: Sam Pitroda has…

Veteran BJP Leader LK Advani Under Observation in AIIMS Delhi Condition Stable

Manish Kumar

Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Lal Krishna Advani was admitted to the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi late on Wednesday night. The 96-year-old former Deputy Prime Minister is currently stable and under observation, according to a statement from the hospital. Medical Care and Observations Advani has been placed in the old private ward of AIIMS and is receiving treatment from the Department of Urology. Although specific details regarding his ailment are yet to be disclosed, hospital sources have confirmed that his condition is stable. Union Health…

Sensex Breaks 79,000 Mark, Nifty Reaches New Record High

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On Thursday, Indian benchmark indices made a strong comeback after an initial dip, with the Sensex surpassing the 79,000 marks for the first time and the Nifty setting a new record high. The surge was driven by robust buying in blue-chip stocks such as Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank, leading to significant gains. The 30-share BSE Sensex surged by 339.51 points, reaching an unprecedented peak of 79,013.76. This historic milestone was achieved despite early losses, thanks to strong performance in key blue-chip stocks. Similarly, the Nifty index rebounded, climbing 97.6…

Julian Assange Welcomed Home in Australia After Admitting Guilt in US Espionage Case

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Julian Assange received a jubilant welcome in Australia on Wednesday after admitting guilt for violating US espionage laws, marking the end of a 14-year legal saga. Upon landing at the city’s airport, he passionately kissed his wife, Stella. Earlier, Assange raised his fist in the air to applause and cheers of “welcome home” from supporters, who also shouted expressions of gratitude and love towards him. Cries of “Thank you, Julian” and “We love you, Julian” echoed through the terminal. Later, Assange embraced his father, John Shipton, before heading to a…

Kangana Ranaut and Chirag Paswan Share a Heartwarming Moment at Parliament

Manish Kumar

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP from Mandi, Kangana Ranaut, and Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan, shared a delightful and light-hearted moment at the Parliament in Delhi on June 26. The incident was captured on video, showing the two leaders greeting each other with a playful ‘low five’ on Wednesday morning. The clip quickly went viral on social media. As Kangana greeted Chirag at the entrance of the Parliament, she gave him a cheerful clap on the hand, creating a charming and spontaneous moment that captured the…

India Faces England in High-Stakes T20 World Cup Semifinal

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Cricket fans around the world are gearing up for a thrilling showdown as India takes on England in the second semifinal of the 2024 T20 World Cup at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Thursday. The match promises high drama and intense competition, with both teams vying for a spot in the final. In the lead-up to the clash, former England opener Paul Collingwood has heaped praise on Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah, lauding him as the best cricketer in the world. Collingwood emphasized Bumrah’s exceptional skills, highlighting his pace, deception,…

South Africa Storms into T20 World Cup Final After Crushing Afghanistan

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South Africa’s cricket renaissance has propelled them into the final of an ICC men’s event for the first time since 1998. The Proteas ended Afghanistan’s fairy-tale run with a resounding victory in the first semifinal of the 2024 T20 World Cup in Trinidad. Breaking a long-standing jinx, South Africa clinched their first men’s World Cup (T20, ODI) semifinal win in eight attempts and now await the winner of the heavyweight clash between India and England in Guyana. On a fresh, spicy pitch, South Africa’s pacers spearheaded the team’s charge, skittling…

DRDO Unveils Advanced Microwave Chaff Technology for Indian Navy New Era in Naval Defence

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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) introduced a cutting-edge defensive asset to the Indian Navy—the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR). This advanced technology, developed by DRDO’s Defence Laboratory in Jodhpur, creates a microwave shield that significantly reduces radar detection, enhancing the stealth capabilities of naval platforms. Microwave Shielding for Enhanced Stealth The MR-MOCR is designed to obscure radar signals by deploying specialized fibers, a few microns in diameter, that possess unique microwave obscuration properties. When launched, the rocket disperses these fibers into space, forming a persistent microwave obscurant…