Month: May 2025

[ad_1] BrahMos, the supersonic missile, has proven that it cannot be intercepted. (File photo) ‘Make in India’ boost for defence sector: India and Russia are in discussions for manufacturing an advanced version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, following its success in India’s Operation Sindoor against Pakistan.The advanced version of the BrahMos, which is a jointly manufactured missile by India and Russia, is expected to be made at the latest unit in Uttar Pradesh. Sources told ET that the recently opened BrahMos manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh has been selected to produce these advanced missiles. The facility is expected to undertake large-scale production of these sophisticated weapons systems.The financial daily reported that Russia has offered comprehensive technical assistance to co-produce the upgraded BrahMos missile version in India. Preliminary talks between the two countries have already commenced on this matter, the […]

[ad_1] Southern California residents were left alarmed on Saturday evening after hearing a powerful sonic boom caused by the re-entry of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The noise, described by many as a loud boom accompanied by a rattling sensation, occurred as the uncrewed capsule returned from the International Space Station (ISS), carrying over 6,700 pounds of scientific research, equipment and crew supplies. The Dragon had undocked earlier in the day and was scheduled to splash down off the southern California coast around 10.44pm. SpaceX had issued an alert shortly before re-entry, but the sudden sonic boom still surprised many locals.SpaceX Dragon’s return from the ISSThe Dragon spacecraft had been docked at the ISS since 22 April, following its launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on 21 April. Its return marked the completion of another resupply mission, during which it delivered […]

[ad_1] RJ Mahvash and Preity Zinta (Image credit: Instagram) NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings will be eager to give their all in a high-stakes clash for a top-two finish when they meet in their final league-stage fixture of the Indian Premier League here on Monday. With Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, MI, and PBKS having secured playoff spots earlier than usual, the remaining league matches will determine the final standings.Currently placed second with 17 points, PBKS risk slipping to third or even fourth with a loss to MI, which would place them in the Eliminator on May 30.Securing a top-two finish appears challenging for PBKS, as they not only need to defeat a formidable MI side but also rely on both GT (18 points) and RCB (17 points) losing their final matches.Having lost their previous game to Delhi […]

[ad_1] Dino Morea has been summoned by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police in connection with the high-profile Mithi River desilting scam. The case centers around the alleged misappropriation of over ₹65 crore, funds originally earmarked for cleaning and maintaining the Mithi River — a vital drainage artery in Mumbai, particularly significant for managing the city’s monsoon floods. According to investigative reports, the scam involves inflated charges for the rental of dredging and silt-clearing equipment. It is alleged that BMC officials, along with Kadam and Jay Joshi, overbilled the civic body for machinery sourced from Kochi-based Matprop Technical Services Pvt. Ltd. The EOW believes this was carried out in collusion with some Matprop employees and officials from the BMC’s Storm Water Drains (SWD) department. Dino's involvement in the case is currently under scrutiny, with authorities seeking clarity […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Just days after its grand inauguration, the Worli underground station on Mumbai’s Aqua Line (Metro Line-3) was left flooded and partially non-operational on Monday morning as torrential rains battered the city, marking a dramatic and early onset of the monsoon.The unexpected flooding forced authorities to curtail metro services, with trains operating only up to Worli instead of the full route to Acharya Atre Chowk. The disruption drew sharp criticism online, as visuals of waterlogged platforms at the brand-new station circulated widely on social media.The deluge — one of the heaviest this season — triggered widespread waterlogging, traffic gridlocks, and railway delays, throwing daily life in the financial capital into chaos. Between 9 and 10 am alone, Nariman Point recorded 104 mm of rain, with several other island city locations reporting similarly intense downpours.Services on Central Railway’s Harbour […]