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Ireland President ‘very proud, very worried’ after sister, aboard Gaza flotilla, detained by Israel | How it happened

Ireland President ‘very proud, very worried’ after sister, aboard Gaza flotilla, detained by Israel | How it happened

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Ireland has expressed concern after several activists and civilians were detained by Israel on Monday. As per the government, among the 12 Irish citizens onboard is Dr Margaret Connolly, sister of Ireland’s President, Catherine Connolly. Dr Margaret Connolly, who was on board the vessel Blue Toys, is a general practitioner in the town of Sligo in northwest Ireland. (drmargaretconnollysligo) On Monday, Israeli forces intercepted the flotilla, which was more than 250 nautical miles from the Gaza Strip, still in international waters. After learning of the interception, Irish President Connolly stated that the incident was “quite upsetting”. Speaking after visiting King Charles during her UK Visit, the Irish leader stated she was “very proud of my sister, but I’m also very worried about her.” Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris also condemned the act, stating that his thoughts are with the president and other families whose loved ones have been detained. “I was very struck by the president’s comments yesterday, because on a purely personal level, of course you’d be worried, and my heart goes out to …

UP: Passenger shot dead aboard Kolkata-Jammu Tawi Express near Varanasi

UP: Passenger shot dead aboard Kolkata-Jammu Tawi Express near Varanasi

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A 42-year-old passenger travelling on the Kolkata-Jammu Tawi Express was shot dead by an unidentified assailant inside the train’s S-2 coach in the early hours of Monday, police said. Representational image. The deceased was identified as Dinesh Shah, a resident of the Barchaki area in Pipariya in Bihar’s Gaya district. He was travelling to Naimisharanya Dham in Uttar Pradesh’s Sitapur district on board train number 13151, police said. According to officials, Shah was travelling in the S-2 coach, while his sister, her two children and her mother-in-law were travelling in the general compartment of the same train. Police said the incident took place around 1.40am, shortly after the train crossed Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Junction. Just before the train reached Block Hut-B, near the restroom area of the coach, an unidentified person allegedly shot Shah. Passengers who heard the gunshot alerted the train staff, triggering panic inside the coach. The train reached Varanasi Junction at around 2.42am, where Shah’s body was taken off the train. His family members were subsequently informed about the incident. After legal …

MILAN 2026 concludes aboard INS Vikrant

MILAN 2026 concludes aboard INS Vikrant

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Indian Navy`s Exercise MILAN 2026 concluded on Tuesday with a closing ceremony held onboard India’s indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, off the coast of Visakhapatnam, an official statement said on Wednesday. The multinational naval exercise, hosted by the Indian Navy, brought together ships, submarines and aircraft from across the world, marking one of the largest editions of the exercise to date. The closing ceremony was presided over by Rear Admiral Alok Ananda, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet. Commanding Officers and senior officers from all participating units attended the event. The ceremony marked the successful completion of the exercise and celebrated the growing cooperation among navies operating in the Bay of Bengal region. Record participation from 42 ships and 29 aircraft Held under the theme ‘Camaraderie, Cooperation, Collaboration’, MILAN 2026 saw participation on an unprecedented scale. A total of 42 ships and submarines and 29 aircraft took part, including 18 ships from friendly foreign countries, the statement issued by Defence PRO stated. Maritime patrol aircraft from France, Germany and the United States also participated, along with …

Himachal Merchant Navy Officer Among 3 Indians Aboard Oil Tanker Seized By US, Family Seeks Help | India News

Himachal Merchant Navy Officer Among 3 Indians Aboard Oil Tanker Seized By US, Family Seeks Help | India News

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Last Updated:January 11, 2026, 23:48 IST Rakshit Chauhan, a merchant navy officer from Himachal’s Kangra district, was among the three Indians detained after the Russia-flagged tanker Marinera was seized by the US. Rakshit Chauhan, a merchant navy officer, was among the three Indian crew members on Marinera (formerly Bella 1). Three Indian citizens were among the crew members detained following the US seizure of the oil tanker Marinera, which is connected to Venezuelan oil shipments. The family of a 26-year-old Merchant Navy officer from Himachal Pradesh, who was among the three Indians, has appealed to the Centre to ensure his safe return. The tanker was intercepted and taken under US control in the North Atlantic this week following a weeks-long pursuit. The Marinera had a crew of 28 people, including 20 Ukrainians, six Georgians, two Russians and three Indians. US authorities said the tanker was involved in moving oil linked to Venezuela in violation of international sanctions and was part of efforts to bypass existing restrictions. Rakshit Chauhan, hailing from Himachal’s Kangra district, was sent …

President Murmu Undertakes Historic Sea Sortie Aboard Kalvari-Class Submarine INS Vaghsheer | India News

President Murmu Undertakes Historic Sea Sortie Aboard Kalvari-Class Submarine INS Vaghsheer | India News

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Last Updated:December 28, 2025, 12:21 IST As the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the President’s presence onboard was seen as a strong gesture of support for the Indian Navy and its personnel. President Droupadi Murmu Takes Maiden Submarine Sortie On Western Seaboard President Droupadi Murmu undertook a submarine sea sortie on the Western Seaboard on Sunday, marking a rare moment in India’s naval history. The President embarked the Indian Navy’s indigenous Kalvari-class submarine, INS Vaghsheer, at the Karwar Naval Base in Karnataka. During the sortie, she observed the operational conditions inside the submarine and interacted with naval personnel. INS Vaghsheer is part of India’s growing fleet of modern, indigenously built submarines. The visit highlighted the Navy’s underwater capabilities and the demanding environment in which submariners operate. Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi accompanied President Murmu during the sortie. As the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the President’s presence onboard was seen as a strong gesture of support for the Indian Navy and its personnel. Officials said the sortie took place along …

ISRO launches the EOS-09 satellite aboard PSLV-C61 | Latest News India

ISRO launches the EOS-09 satellite aboard PSLV-C61 | Latest News India

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched EOS-09 aboard the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C61) on Sunday. This is ISRO’s 101st satellite launch. This is the 63rd flight of the PSLV and the 27th using the PSLV-XL configuration.(ISRO – X) The PSLV vehicle was launched at 5:59am from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. According to ANI, this is the 63rd flight of the PSLV and the 27th using the PSLV-XL configuration. The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), in its 63rd mission, is carrying the Earth Observation Satellite (EOS-09), which can capture high-resolution images of the Earth’s surface under all weather conditions. The satellite’s continuous imaging is crucial for agriculture, forestry monitoring, disaster management, urban planning, and national security. Also Read | ARIES, DRDO lab sign MoU to boost India’s space situational awareness Earlier on Friday, ISRO chairman V Narayanan offered prayers at the Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirupati, seeking blessings for the mission’s successful launch. Narayanan participated in the ritual and placed a miniature model of PSLV-C61 at the deity’s feet, seeking …

Chinese National Aboard Hong Kong To New Delhi Air India Flight Arrested For Theft: Cops

Chinese National Aboard Hong Kong To New Delhi Air India Flight Arrested For Theft: Cops

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New Delhi: A Chinese national, suspected to be a member of an organised global in-flight theft syndicate, has been arrested for allegedly stealing debit and credit cards from fellow passengers during a flight from Hong Kong to New Delhi, police said on Saturday. The accused, 30-year-old Benlai Pan, was arrested upon arrival at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport here on May 14 following complaints from multiple passengers aboard Air India flight AI-315, they said in an official statement. Pan was travelling with three other Chinese nationals — 51-year-old Meng Guangyang, 42-year-old Chang Mang, 45-year-old and Liu Jie — all of whom were detained and questioned, officials said. According to authorities, the group is suspected to be operating together as part of an international in-flight theft racket. “Air India’s security team alerted the IGI Airport police about suspicious activities involving four Chinese nationals on the flight. One of the passengers, Prabhat Verma, who was seated at 12C, reported that a credit card had gone missing from his bag,” Additional Commissioner of Police (IGI) Usha Rangnani …

Katy Perry Sends Out One Last Message Before Flying Off to Space Aboard Blue Origin Mission; Check What It Is

Katy Perry Sends Out One Last Message Before Flying Off to Space Aboard Blue Origin Mission; Check What It Is

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Katy Perry is set to head to space in the flight manned by Blue Origin, alongside the broadcast journalist Gayle King and Jeff Bezos’ fiancée, Lauren Sanchez. Before boarding the space vehicle, the musician took to her X account to send a special message to her fans and well-wishers. Perry wrote “I Love You” on her social media thread.  Ahead of setting out to go into space, the actress-singer shared snaps of herself alongside the crew in their blue space suits.  Days after Perry was finalized to fly to space, the musician conversed with Elle, where she opened up about her interest in astronomy and space studies. Moreover, the singer revealed she was too excited to head out of the planet.  The space journey is expected to last for 11 minutes and will head 62 miles past the Karman Line, the official border of space. The reason why the women of the industry are taking a journey is for commercial purposes and to boost the space tourism industry.  The data shared by the organizations revealed …

Passenger dies aboard Patna-Delhi IndiGo flight, plane makes emergency landing in Lucknow

Passenger dies aboard Patna-Delhi IndiGo flight, plane makes emergency landing in Lucknow

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The flight, 6E 2163, was en route to Delhi when Satish Chandra Burman, a resident of Nalbari, Assam, suddenly experienced a medical emergency. A passenger aboard an IndiGo flight from Patna to Delhi tragically passed away mid-flight, prompting an emergency landing in Lucknow. The flight, 6E 2163, was en route when Satish Chandra Burman, a resident of Nalbari, Assam, suddenly experienced a medical emergency.  His health deteriorated rapidly during the flight, and the crew was promptly alerted.Upon receiving the information, the pilot was informed that a potential heart attack could have caused the passenger’s sudden illness.  In response to the situation, the plane made an emergency landing in Lucknow, where medical assistance was immediately provided. Unfortunately, despite efforts to save him, Satish Chandra Burman was pronounced dead.   Source link

NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope Launching Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9 to Explore Cosmic Evolution

NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope Launching Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9 to Explore Cosmic Evolution

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NASA’s latest infrared space telescope, SPHEREx (Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization and Ices Explorer), is set for launch on 28th February. The mission, valued at $488 million, will take off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Designed to scan the entire sky in infrared light, it will collect data from over 450 million galaxies and 100 million stars in the Milky Way. The telescope’s observations will focus on regions of the universe that are typically too distant or faint for conventional telescopes. Scientific Objectives According to NASA, the primary aim of SPHEREx is to enhance understanding of cosmic inflation, the rapid expansion of the universe that occurred within the first second following the Big Bang. By mapping the large-scale structure of the cosmos, the telescope will provide insight into how galaxies formed and evolved. Scientists also anticipate that its data will help track the presence and distribution of icy molecules in interstellar space, shedding light on the origins of water and essential organic …