The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) plans to resume experiments on the SpaDeX mission by separating and re-docking the Chaser and Target satellites starting from March 15. The SpaDeX mission, launched in December 2022, aims to master docking technologies for future projects like Chandrayaan-4 and the Bharat Antariksha Station.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Namo Bharat corridor between Sahibabad and New Ashok Nagar, part of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS. This 13-km corridor will shorten commute times to under 40 minutes. Operational from 5 pm, fares for rides vary between Rs 130 to Rs 255 depending on the coach type.
The Aam Aadmi Party's decision to contest independently in Delhi cost them the chance at a strategic alliance with Congress, resulting in a significant victory for BJP after 27 years. An AAP-Congress coalition could have potentially won key constituencies and prevented the split of anti-BJP votes.
On International Women's Day, PM Narendra Modi highlighted the government's commitment to women's safety, citing the benefits of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in delivering quicker justice. He also acknowledged the financial support provided to over 2.5 lakh women in Gujarat and the significant role of women police officers at the event.
The Supreme Court reprimanded the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for making submissions contrary to the law regarding bail for certain categories under the PMLA, like minors or sick persons. The court emphasized it will not tolerate such conduct and ordered the release of accused Shashi Balaha on bail.
Home Minister Amit Shah criticized NCP chief Sharad Pawar's tenure as Union agriculture minister, questioning his contributions to Maharashtra's cooperative sector. Shah highlighted the BJP-led government's efforts to support cooperatives through initiatives like ethanol blending and tax reductions. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde praised PM Modi's 'Sahakar Se Samriddhi' slogan, emphasizing supplementary industries for farmers.
A BJP functionary, Jitendra Mevafarosh, allegedly committed suicide in Datia, Madhya Pradesh, by shooting himself with his licensed weapon. Mevafarosh, who was the general secretary of BJP's district unit, took this extreme step after reportedly facing pressure over money transactions and being coerced into selling his house. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Amidst cheers and celebratory dances, Arvind Kejriwal launched AAP's election anthem 'Fir Layenge Kejriwal,' highlighting the party's achievements in Delhi, targeting opposition, and promoting key schemes like free electricity and water. The anthem promises additional benefits and portrays Kejriwal as a determined leader overcoming obstacles.
Senior Awami League leader Rabbi Alam has claimed that Sheikh Hasina will return as the prime minister of Bangladesh. He thanked India for providing a safe haven for Hasina, who fled last year after violent clashes. Mohammed Yunus led the interim government and sought Hasina's extradition, which India hasn't officially responded to yet.
Election Management Bodies (EMBs) from 14 countries, including India, resolved to form a global working group to tackle social media, AI, and cybersecurity in elections. They adopted the 'Delhi Declaration 2025', committing to resist fake narratives and ensure transparent, credible electoral processes.
Sitapur's Congress MP, Rakesh Rathore, will be released from jail after obtaining bail twice in a rape case. Accused of rape and deceitful intercourse, Rathore claimed political motives behind the four-year delayed charges. The survivor's FIR cited rape, criminal intimidation, and wrongful confinement, alleging trust misuse due to his political stature.