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After “Dubai” Link, Tahawwur Rana’s Voice Sample Likely To Be Collected

After “Dubai” Link, Tahawwur Rana’s Voice Sample Likely To Be Collected

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New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which has extradited Pakistani-Canadian businessman Tahawwur Rana in its custody, may collect the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks accused’s voice sample to corroborate call records. Matching the voice sample with Rana’s call record can ascertain if he was talking on the phone while giving instructions regarding the November 2008 attacks that claimed 166 lives in Mumbai. To take the voice sample, Rana’s consent will be required. In the event that he refuses, the NIA can apply for permission for the same in a court. Refusal to submit the sample will be mentioned in the chargesheet, which may spell trouble for him in the trial phase. One permission is granted, Central Forensic Science Laboratory experts will come to the NIA headquarters and take these samples in a noise-free room. Also Read | In Tahawwur Rana Probe, An ISI Link, And Two Names: Major Iqbal, Sameer Ali Since he landed in New Delhi after being extradited from the US on Thursday, Rana is being held and interrogated in the fortified NIA headquarters …

‘Dog meat’ recovered from momos factory in Mohali DC: ‘Reports misleading, animal husbandry experts examining meat sample’ | Chandigarh News

‘Dog meat’ recovered from momos factory in Mohali DC: ‘Reports misleading, animal husbandry experts examining meat sample’ | Chandigarh News

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With reports of food department officers recently found “a dog’s severed head in the refrigerator of a momos and spring roll factory” in Punjab’s Mohali doing rounds, Deputy Commissioner Komal Mittal said that “reports falsely identifying the meat used in momos factory as dog meat are misleading”. “A health department examination ruled out the recovered meat sample to be of a dog. Animal husbandry experts are conducting further examination of the sample to ascertain the animal whose meat it was,” the DC said, urging people not to spread rumours. Taking serious cognisance of food being prepared in unhygienic conditions, Mittal warned that no one would be spared for endangering public health through unsafe food practices. Story continues below this ad She said Food safety, health, and Municipal Corporation teams conducted raids in the Matour area on Sunday and collected multiple food samples, including vegetables and other items, for examination. Ordering an FIR against those responsible for these hazardous food conditions, she warned that “strict legal action will be taken”. SSP Deepak Pareek said an FIR …

ISRO Expands with Two Launchpads, Chandrayaan-4 to Launch in 2028 with Lunar Sample Return Mission

ISRO Expands with Two Launchpads, Chandrayaan-4 to Launch in 2028 with Lunar Sample Return Mission

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to enhance its launch infrastructure with two new launchpads, expected to be operational within two years. One facility will be developed at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, while the other will be constructed at Kulasekarapattinam, Tamil Nadu. These additions are aimed at supporting the increasing frequency of space missions and advancing India’s space exploration capabilities. Chandrayaan-4 Mission to Bring Lunar Samples According to reports, Chandrayaan-4 is scheduled for launch in 2028 with a significantly larger payload of 9,200 kg. Unlike its predecessor, Chandrayaan-3, which had a mass of 4,000 kg, this mission will involve two modules docking in space. The primary objective is to land on the Moon and retrieve samples, marking a new milestone in India’s lunar exploration. International Collaborations and Satellite Launches As per reports, ISRO has collaborated with NASA on the Nasa-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite, designed to study environmental changes. The satellite, set to be launched on a GSLV Mark II rocket, is expected to provide critical data for climate monitoring and disaster management. …

Bennu Asteroid Sample Reveals Organic Compounds That May Hint at Life Beyond Earth

Bennu Asteroid Sample Reveals Organic Compounds That May Hint at Life Beyond Earth

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A sample from asteroid Bennu, delivered to Earth by NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission in 2023, has revealed a collection of molecules and minerals that play a fundamental role in biological processes. Organic compounds such as amino acids, nucleobases, and ammonia, along with minerals formed in saltwater, have been identified. The findings suggest that the necessary conditions for life may have been present in various regions of the early solar system, raising the possibility that life could have developed beyond Earth. Key Findings from the Study According to the study published in Nature and Nature Astronomy, 14 of the 20 amino acids essential for protein formation and all five nucleobases found in DNA and RNA were detected in the Bennu samples. The presence of ammonia and formaldehyde was also noted, both of which are significant in the formation of complex organic molecules. These compounds, previously identified in meteorites, were found in an uncontaminated sample collected directly from space, reinforcing the idea that asteroid material could have contributed to the emergence of life’s building blocks. As reported by …

Saif Ali Khan attack case: Mumbai police collects actor’s blood sample, clothes | Latest News India

Saif Ali Khan attack case: Mumbai police collects actor’s blood sample, clothes | Latest News India

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Mumbai Police collected actor Saif Ali Khan’s blood sample and clothes for investigation as part of the oprobe into the attack on the actor at his residence last week. As part of their investigation into the attack on Saif Ali Khan at his home last week, Mumbai Police gathered the actor’s clothing and blood sample for analysis.(ANI/Jitendra Takale) The remand copy of the accused available with ANI states that the clothes Saif Ali Khan was wearing at the time of the attack were taken into police custody for investigation. Apart from this, blood stains have been found on the clothes worn by the accused Shariful Islam on the night of the incident, for which Saif Ali Khan’s blood samples have also been collected. Also read: Saif Ali Khan stabbing: Cops say facial recognition of accused needed to match with CCTV footage Saif’s blood samples and clothes and the attacker’s clothes have been sent to the Forensic Lab (FSL) so that it can be proved that the blood stains visible on the attacker’s clothes are of …

Accused to undergo facial recognition test; cops collect actor’s blood sample for…

Accused to undergo facial recognition test; cops collect actor’s blood sample for…

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Saif Ali Khan was reportedly stabbed six times by an intruder on January 16. The actor got injured while trying to protect his family from an intruder who allegedly entered his home with an intention of theft. The actor was taken to Lilavati Hospital where he underwent treatment. A few days later, the police arrested the alleged intruder from Thane and the investigation is underway. The court has sent the alleged accused into police custody till January 29. Latest reports state that the accused will now undergo a facial recognition test. Also Read – Saif Ali Khan attacked: Actor records statement; ‘Was with Kareena when…’ Latest update in Saif Ali Khan attack case As per a report in Etimes, man named Shariful Fakir arrested in Saif Ali Khan attack case is expected to undergo a facial recognition test at Forensic Science Laboratory in Kalina. The police aims to verify if Shariful Fakir’s face matches with the man captured on the CCTV footage of Saif Ali Khan’s building premise. The CCTV footage captured on January 16 …

Gujarat: Over 22 lakh litres of milk checked in a month after complaints, no adulteration found in any sample | Ahmedabad News

Gujarat: Over 22 lakh litres of milk checked in a month after complaints, no adulteration found in any sample | Ahmedabad News

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Following complaints of adulteration, the Gujarat Food and Drugs Control Administration (FDCA) checked more than 22 lakh litres of milk in the state in December 2024. However, no evidence of adulteration was found in any of the samples, officials said. The FDCA conducted intensive checks at different borders of the state, inspecting tankers coming from outside as well as dairies within Gujarat. The FDCA checked the quality of milk in more than 182 tankers at 14 dairies in the state. FDCA Commissioner Dr HG Koshia said that the drive was conducted after the department received several complaints from citizens regarding the quality of milk sold in the state. About 900 samples of milk coming to the dairies across the state through tankers, cans and other means were tested on the spot by Food Safety Lab on Wheels. During this investigation, more than 15 lakh litres of milk produced in Gujarat, and 7 lakh litres that had come from other states, were found to be as per the standards and no other substances like urea, sucrose, …

Earth Microbes Discovered in Asteroid Ryugu Sample, Raises Contamination Concerns

Earth Microbes Discovered in Asteroid Ryugu Sample, Raises Contamination Concerns

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A study published in Meteoritics & Planetary Science has reported the discovery of terrestrial micro-organisms in a sample returned from asteroid Ryugu by Japan’s Hayabusa2 mission. According to researchers, these microbes, identified as Earth-based in origin, had colonised the sample after its return to Earth in December 2020. The findings have highlighted concerns regarding the resilience of terrestrial life forms and the challenges of maintaining uncontaminated extraterrestrial samples for scientific analysis. Microbial Growth Observed on Asteroid Sample As per a Space.com report, it was confirmed by Dr Matthew Genge, planetary scientist at Imperial College London, that micro-organisms were detected on the asteroid fragment. Dr Genge stated during an interview with the publication that it was observed that microbes appeared on the rock and multiplied before dying. It was clarified that the bacteria were not extraterrestrial, as the growth occurred only after exposure to Earth’s atmosphere. As per reports, the sample, which was initially tested using nano-X-ray computed tomography, had shown no signs of biological presence. However, following exposure to Earth’s environment, rod- and filament-shaped structures …

Tirupati laddu row: ‘If sample ghee was used, it’s unacceptable but..’

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Image Source : PTI SC hears a batch of pleas seeking a probe into the Tirupati laddus case Tirupati Laddu row: The Supreme Court on Monday sought to know what was the proof that contaminated ghee was used in making Tirupati laddus. A bench of Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan heard a batch of pleas seeking a probe into the alleged use of animal fat in making Tirupati laddus. The bench made strong-worded observations saying Gods would be kept away from the politics. Observing that at least the Gods should be kept away from politics, the Supreme Court on Monday sought to know what was the proof that contaminated ghee was used in making Tirupati laddus. The bench also asked why was there a need to make a public statement when a probe had already been ordered into the matter. Here are the highlights of SC’s observation “At least, we expect the Gods to be kept away from politics,” the bench observed. Supreme Court tells the Solicitor General that it would like him …

BJP MLA Munirathna in police custody for 2 days; voice sample sent to Madiwala FSL

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The city police have recorded voice samples of the arrested MLA Munirathna and sent them to the Forensic Science Laboratory, Madiwala. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Rajarajeshwari Nagar BJP MLA Munirathna — arrested in connection with a case where he allegedly threatened a civil contractor, demanded a bribe, and used casteist slurs — has been remanded into police custody for two days. He was detained from Nangli, Kolar district, on Sunday evening (September 15, 2024), when he was reportedly fleeing and was on the way to Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. He was produced before judge Santosh Gajanana Bhat of the Special Court exclusively to deal with criminal cases related to elected former and sitting MLAs and MPs at his residence in the wee hours of Sunday (September 15, 2024). The Judge remanded him into two days of police custody. The city police have recorded voice samples of the arrested MLA and sent them to the Forensic Science Laboratory, Madiwala. An audio recording of a conversation between the complainant contractor Cheluvaraju and MLA Munirathna, is the key …