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Rare Sahara meteorite may reveal a lost planet from early solar system | Technology News

Rare Sahara meteorite may reveal a lost planet from early solar system | Technology News

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3 min readJun 4, 2026 07:17 PM IST A rare meteorite recovered from the Sahara Desert is offering scientists a glimpse into a previously unknown world that may have existed more than 4.5 billion years ago, shortly after the solar system formed. Found in 2019, the meteorite NWA 12774 is super rare, belonging to a group called angrites. These things are really old, some of the earliest volcanic rocks from our solar system. They give us a glimpse into what it was like when planets were just getting started. A recent study in Earth and Planetary Science Letters has a cool theory about where NWA 12774 came from. It might’ve originated on a big planetary body that’s since vanished. So, this challenges older ideas suggesting angrites came from smaller asteroids. Scientists examined the meteorite and identified crystals of a mineral called clinopyroxene that were unusually rich in aluminium. According to the research team, the mineral could only have formed under extremely high pressures, estimated at more than 17.5 kilobars. Such conditions are difficult to explain …

Sahara case: ED attaches fresh assets worth over Rs 1,500 crore in money laundering probe

Sahara case: ED attaches fresh assets worth over Rs 1,500 crore in money laundering probe

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Sahara case: Three FIRs registered against Humara India Credit Cooperative Society Limited (HICCSL) and others by police in Odisha, Bihar and Rajasthan, apart from more than 500 such complaints filed against Sahara Group entities and related persons, have been analysed by the ED. New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday (April 23) said it has attached fresh assets worth more than Rs 1,500 crore as part of a money-laundering investigation against the Sahara Group. A provisional order was issued by the federal probe agency under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to attach a total of 1,023 acres of land of Sahara Prime City Limited in 16 cities. The total value of these plots is Rs 1,538 crore (according to the 2016 circle rate). These pieces of land were purchased through benami transactions, with the funds diverted from Sahara entities.  These pieces of land are located in following states- Gujarat Odisha Maharashtra Karnataka Rajasthan Jammu and Kashmir Uttar Pradesh Last week, the ED attached 707 …

Sahara Group’s Aamby Valley Land Worth Rs 1,460 Crore Seized

Sahara Group’s Aamby Valley Land Worth Rs 1,460 Crore Seized

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New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Kolkata has provisionally attached 707 acres of land, valued at approximately Rs. 1,460 crore, in and around Aamby Valley City, Lonavala, as part of its ongoing investigation into the Sahara Group’s alleged money laundering activities. The land, purchased in benami names, was funded through diverted money from Sahara Group entities. “Directorate of Enforcement, Kolkata has provisionally attached land admeasuring 707 Acres in and around Aamby Valley City, Lonavala having approximate market value of Rs 1460 Crore under the provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 in the case of Sahara India and its group entities. This land was purchased in Benani names with the funds diverted from Sahara group entities,” as per an official release. ED initiated an investigation on the basis of three FIRS registered u/s 420 and 120B of IPC, 1860 against M/s Humara India Credit Co-operative Society Ltd. (HICCSL) and others by Odisha, Bihar and Rajasthan Police. “Further, over 500 FIRs had been filed against the Sahara Group entities and related persons, with more …

ED attaches Rs 1,460 crore worth of land in Aamby Valley in Sahara Ponzi scheme case

ED attaches Rs 1,460 crore worth of land in Aamby Valley in Sahara Ponzi scheme case

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The ED has attached Rs 1,460 crore worth of land linked to Sahara Group in a major money laundering probe, uncovering a large-scale Ponzi scheme involving benami assets and fraudulent investment practices. Mumbai: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Kolkata, has provisionally attached land measuring approximately 707 acres in and around Aamby Valley City, Lonavala, with an estimated market value of Rs 1,460 crore. The attachment has been made under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, as part of an ongoing investigation against Sahara India and its group entities. According to the ED, the land was purchased in benami names using funds diverted from Sahara group companies. The investigation was initiated based on three FIRs registered under sections 420 and 120B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, by police in Odisha, Bihar, and Rajasthan against M/s Humara India Credit Cooperative Society Ltd. (HICCSL) and others. To date, more than 500 FIRs have been filed against various Sahara Group entities and associated individuals, with over 300 of them involving scheduled offences …

This Bihar Village Lost Rs 5 Crore to a Poor Investment in Sahara; Left With No Land, No Loans | Ground Report

This Bihar Village Lost Rs 5 Crore to a Poor Investment in Sahara; Left With No Land, No Loans | Ground Report

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Last Updated: October 21, 2024, 15:13 IST Approximately 70% of the village’s population lost a staggering Rs 5 crore due to their investments. The community’s collective decision to invest in what they believed was a promising venture has now left them in dire straits, with financial institutions unwilling to extend loans to them even for weddings A village in Bihar’s Begusarai district lost Rs 5 crore to an ill-fated investment in Sahara. In their pursuit of quick financial returns, residents of Khanjahapur village in Cheria Bariyarpur Assembly constituency sold their land, only to find themselves trapped by the lure of rapid wealth. In their quest to double their money in the shortest possible time, villagers overlooked critical factors such as reliable investment strategies and associated risks. The community’s collective decision to invest in what they believed was a promising venture has now left them in dire straits, with financial institutions unwilling to extend loans to them. Local18 Bihar conducted a ground report to assess the current situation of the villagers, who are now grappling with …

Sahara desert, world’s most arid place, witnesses floods for first time in 50 years

Sahara desert, world’s most arid place, witnesses floods for first time in 50 years

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Image Source : AP A view of lakes caused by heavy rainfall between sand dunes in the desert town of Merzouga Morocco: A rare deluge of rainfall left blue lagoons of water amid the palm trees and sand dunes of the Sahara desert, nourishing some of its driest regions with more water than they had seen in decades. Southeastern Morocco’s desert is among the most arid places in the world and rarely experiences rain in late summer. The Moroccan government said two days of rainfall in September exceeded yearly averages in several areas that see less than 250 millimetres (10 inches) annually, including Tata, one of the areas hit hardest. In Tagounite, a village about 450 kilometres (280 miles) south of the capital, Rabat, more than 100 millimetres (3.9 inches) were recorded in a 24-hour period. WATCH: Water gushes through sand dunes after a rare rainfall in the Sahara desert The storms left striking images of water gushing through the Saharan sands amid castles and desert flora. NASA satellites showed water rushing in to fill Lake …

Sahara Desert Turns Green, NASA Shares Stunning Image of Transformation

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One of the driest places on Earth is seeing a surprising burst of greenery, as heavy rainfall has led to vegetation sprouting across the typically barren Sahara Desert. NASA’s satellite images reveal patches of plant life emerging in the desert following an extratropical cyclone that drenched parts of northwestern Africa on September 7 and 8. Regions in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya, which rarely receive rain, are now showing traces of green, according to NASA’s Earth Observatory. Shrubs and trees are growing in low-lying areas like riverbeds, explained Sylwia Trzaska, a climate variability researcher at the Columbia Climate School. Peter de Menocal, president of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, noted that while it’s rare, plant life does respond quickly to heavy rain events in this part of Africa. When substantial rain falls, dunes transform into lush, green landscapes for a brief time as plants take full advantage of the moisture. An extratropical cyclone over the Sahara Desert drenched parts of Morocco and Algeria – bringing up to a year’s worth of rain to some areas. 🌧️ …

Makers Unveil The Trailer For Sahara, Sandalwood’s First Release On Women’s Cricket

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It is directed by Manjesh Bhagwath. The trailer gives the audience a glimpse into the experiences of an aspiring female cricketer. Several unique and compelling projects are set for theatrical releases in the Kannada cinema. The latest to join the list is the upcoming sports film titled Sahara, which delves into the subject matter of women in cricket, something that is yet to be explored extensively in Indian cinema. The makers have unveiled an exclusive trailer of the film, introducing the audience to cricket’s women aspirants. The trailer of the film was released on May 24, on the official YouTube channel of PRK Audio, the production banner behind the release. The 2-minute 11-second clip starts with a man awaiting the delivery of a child, who turns out to be a baby girl. The disappointed man, a passionate cricket fan, wanted a boy. The trailer then gives glimpses of the experiences the little girl has to go through as she grows up around an abusive father. However, just like her dad, she is a cricket fan …

Sahara Group on ‘Scam 2010 – The Subrata Roy Saga’: An abusive and grossly condemnable act | Bollywood

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New Delhi, Sahara Group has criticised the upcoming series titled “Scam 2010 – The Subrata Roy Saga”, calling it an “abusive and grossly condemnable act” and said it is contemplating “suitable legal action” against the makers. HT Image The series, dubbed as a “dust-to-diamonds story of maverick businessman Subrata Roy”, is the third chapter of filmmaker Hansal Mehta’s smash hit series “Scam” for streaming service Sony LIV after “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story” and “Scam 2003: The Telgi Story”. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! The latest installment was announced by the director on Thursday. In a statement, Sahara India said the “aggrieved members” are seeking advice to take “suitable legal action against the producer, director and all those who are involved” in the making of the show. “An abusive and grossly condemnable act has been demonstrated by the makers of ‘Scam’ to achieve cheap and wide publicity, by announcing to unveil, ‘Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga’. “Sahara India …

Scam 2010: Hansal Mehta reacts to Sahara family’s statement calling the show an ‘abusive act’

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On May 16, filmmaker Hansal Mehta announced the third instalment of his Scam frnachise, Scam 2010- The Subrata Roy Saga. The series will be based on the book, Sahara: The Untold Story by Tamal Bandyopadhyay, and will focus on the life and story of the late businessman who founded the business conglomerate Sahara India Pariwar in 1978. A day post the announcement Roy’s family has issued a statement expressing disapproval of the show.  Hansal Mehta reacts to Sahara family’s statement against Scam 2010 The statement issued by the Sahara India Pariwar reads, “An abusive and grossly condemnable act has been demonstrated by the makers of ‘Scam’ to achieve cheap and wide publicity, by announcing to unveil, “Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga”. Sahara India Pariwar condemns such acts of all the individuals and parties involved and shall resist to their offending behavior. In this regard, the aggrieved members are seeking advice to take suitable legal action against the Producer, Director and all those who are involved in making the illegal portrayal.” Unlock exclusive access to …