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Maha Shivratri 2025: 5 Foods You Can Have While Observing The Fast
Maha Shivratri 2025: From crispy makhanas to comforting sabudana dishes, these foods will keep you energised throughout the day.
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NASA Lowers Risk of Asteroid 2024 YR4 Impact
NASA has significantly lowered the risk of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth in 2032. Initial estimates placed the impact probability at 1 in 32, but updated calculations have reduced it to just 1 in 360 (0.28 percent). Experts believe the risk will continue to decline as more data is collected. Despite being the riskiest asteroid on NASA’s Sentry ...
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Opinion | Congress Reshuffle: Rahul Chooses His Friends, But Can They Deliver?
A complaint with Gandhi had been that he often failed to carry the party with him; some observers even insist that he and the Congress are two separate entities. Now, with his own men firmly in place, that could change.
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Maha Shivratri 2025: Auspicious Time And How To Perform Puja
This year, Maha Shivratri will be observed on Wednesday, February 26, with the Nishita Kaal Puja (midnight worship).
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Andhra Relaxes Work Hours Of Muslims During Ramzan, BJP Welcomes Move
The TDP-led NDA government has permitted all Muslim employees in Andhra Pradesh to leave work an hour early from March 2 to March 30 in observance of Ramzan and the BJP's state unit welcomed the move.
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Scientists Observe Rare Plastic Ice, A Hybrid Form of Ice and Water, Under Extreme Pressure and Heat
Researchers have observed plastic ice, a phase where water molecules rotate while staying in a solid structure. The discovery, made under extreme pressure and heat, could provide new insights into the composition of icy exoplanets and moons. The findings suggest plastic ice VII may have existed in Europa and Titan's interiors and could influence nu...
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James Webb Space Telescope Captures Sagittarius A Emitting Continuous Flares in Milky Way’s Core
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured Sagittarius A*, the Milky Way’s supermassive black hole, emitting flares continuously. These bursts, varying in intensity and duration, have been observed over multiple sessions. Scientists believe the activity may be linked to magnetic interactions within the accretion disk. The phenomenon appears rand...
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Man Calls Mumbai "Chaotic And Unlivable", Compares The City With Dubai In Viral Reddit Post
In a lengthy post on Reddit, Mr Yash shared his experiences and observations, ultimately concluding that Dubai is far ahead of Mumbai in various aspects.
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New Seismic Data Challenges Earth's Inner Core Structure, Reveals Surprising Findings
Recent seismic data from 121 earthquakes recorded over three decades challenges previous beliefs about Earth's inner core. Researchers from the University of Southern California discovered structural changes in the core, suggesting it may not be as solid as once thought. These anomalies, observed while studying the core's slowing rotation, could of...
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Telescope Captures "City-Killer" Asteroid, NASA Tracking Potential Threat
A newly discovered asteroid has climbed to the top of NASA's impact risk list after fresh observations doubled its chances of striking Earth in 2032.
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CBSE Issues Notice For Schools To Send Observations For Board Papers
CBSE is conducting Class 10 and 12 board exams for the 2025 academic year from February 15, 2025.
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Presidents Day 2025: What's Closed And Open In The US Today?
Presidents Day 2025: Most banks and stock markets will be closed in observance of the federal holiday.
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Solar Sail Satellites Could Enhance Space Weather Forecasting and Alerts
Solar sail satellites, harnessing sunlight for propulsion, are being developed to improve space weather forecasting. NOAA and NASA’s Solar Cruiser project aims to extend geomagnetic storm alert times by 50%, reducing risks to power grids, GPS, and air traffic. The new spacecraft, expected to launch in 2029, will move beyond traditional observatio...
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"Really Hard When...": MI Coach's Remarks On WPL Run-Out Controversy Adds Fuel To Fire
While commentating on the match, former India captain Mithali Raj also had observed that decisions on Arundhati and Radha Yadav should have gone in MI's favour.
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FAST Telescope Reveals Emission Properties of Three Long-Period Pulsars in New Study
The FAST telescope has observed emission behaviours in three long-period pulsars, revealing null phases, asymmetric pulses, and microstructures. The study highlights variations in pulsar emissions and their periodicity, contributing to a deeper understanding of neutron star radio emissions. Researchers noted different nulling fractions and microstr...
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Maha Shivratri 2025: 5 Foods You Can Have While Observing The Fast
Maha Shivratri 2025: From crispy makhanas to comforting sabudana dishes, these foods will keep you energised throughout the day.
-
NASA Lowers Risk of Asteroid 2024 YR4 Impact
NASA has significantly lowered the risk of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth in 2032. Initial estimates placed the impact probability at 1 in 32, but updated calculations have reduced it to just 1 in 360 (0.28 percent). Experts believe the risk will continue to decline as more data is collected. Despite being the riskiest asteroid on NASA’s Sentry ...
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Opinion | Congress Reshuffle: Rahul Chooses His Friends, But Can They Deliver?
A complaint with Gandhi had been that he often failed to carry the party with him; some observers even insist that he and the Congress are two separate entities. Now, with his own men firmly in place, that could change.
-
Maha Shivratri 2025: Auspicious Time And How To Perform Puja
This year, Maha Shivratri will be observed on Wednesday, February 26, with the Nishita Kaal Puja (midnight worship).
-
Andhra Relaxes Work Hours Of Muslims During Ramzan, BJP Welcomes Move
The TDP-led NDA government has permitted all Muslim employees in Andhra Pradesh to leave work an hour early from March 2 to March 30 in observance of Ramzan and the BJP's state unit welcomed the move.
-
Scientists Observe Rare Plastic Ice, A Hybrid Form of Ice and Water, Under Extreme Pressure and Heat
Researchers have observed plastic ice, a phase where water molecules rotate while staying in a solid structure. The discovery, made under extreme pressure and heat, could provide new insights into the composition of icy exoplanets and moons. The findings suggest plastic ice VII may have existed in Europa and Titan's interiors and could influence nu...
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James Webb Space Telescope Captures Sagittarius A Emitting Continuous Flares in Milky Way’s Core
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured Sagittarius A*, the Milky Way’s supermassive black hole, emitting flares continuously. These bursts, varying in intensity and duration, have been observed over multiple sessions. Scientists believe the activity may be linked to magnetic interactions within the accretion disk. The phenomenon appears rand...
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Man Calls Mumbai "Chaotic And Unlivable", Compares The City With Dubai In Viral Reddit Post
In a lengthy post on Reddit, Mr Yash shared his experiences and observations, ultimately concluding that Dubai is far ahead of Mumbai in various aspects.
-
New Seismic Data Challenges Earth's Inner Core Structure, Reveals Surprising Findings
Recent seismic data from 121 earthquakes recorded over three decades challenges previous beliefs about Earth's inner core. Researchers from the University of Southern California discovered structural changes in the core, suggesting it may not be as solid as once thought. These anomalies, observed while studying the core's slowing rotation, could of...
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Telescope Captures "City-Killer" Asteroid, NASA Tracking Potential Threat
A newly discovered asteroid has climbed to the top of NASA's impact risk list after fresh observations doubled its chances of striking Earth in 2032.
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CBSE Issues Notice For Schools To Send Observations For Board Papers
CBSE is conducting Class 10 and 12 board exams for the 2025 academic year from February 15, 2025.
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Presidents Day 2025: What's Closed And Open In The US Today?
Presidents Day 2025: Most banks and stock markets will be closed in observance of the federal holiday.
-
Solar Sail Satellites Could Enhance Space Weather Forecasting and Alerts
Solar sail satellites, harnessing sunlight for propulsion, are being developed to improve space weather forecasting. NOAA and NASA’s Solar Cruiser project aims to extend geomagnetic storm alert times by 50%, reducing risks to power grids, GPS, and air traffic. The new spacecraft, expected to launch in 2029, will move beyond traditional observatio...
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"Really Hard When...": MI Coach's Remarks On WPL Run-Out Controversy Adds Fuel To Fire
While commentating on the match, former India captain Mithali Raj also had observed that decisions on Arundhati and Radha Yadav should have gone in MI's favour.
-
FAST Telescope Reveals Emission Properties of Three Long-Period Pulsars in New Study
The FAST telescope has observed emission behaviours in three long-period pulsars, revealing null phases, asymmetric pulses, and microstructures. The study highlights variations in pulsar emissions and their periodicity, contributing to a deeper understanding of neutron star radio emissions. Researchers noted different nulling fractions and microstr...
