Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian on the ISS, shared his experience with PM Modi, emphasizing Earth's unity from space and its alignment with India's values. PM Modi lauded Shukla's journey as a catalyst for India's Gaganyaan mission and future space endeavors. Shukla highlighted ongoing scientific experiments and inspired India's youth to pursue their dreams.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticizes Congress for the 1975 Emergency. He addresses a Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha event. Jaishankar says one family's interests were placed above the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condemns the Emergency. He describes it as the "darkest chapter" in India's democratic history. The Emergency was imposed between 1975 and 1977.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to make history as he embarks on the Axiom Mission 4 to the ISS, marking India's return to space after 41 years. Carrying scientific instruments and personal mementos, including Indian sweets to share with his crewmates, Shukla also holds a secret souvenir for his mentor, Rakesh Sharma.
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' had a strong opening weekend, grossing Rs 66.65 crore in four days, despite a Monday dip. The film has already surpassed the lifetime collection of Aamir's previous film 'Laal Singh Chaddha'. Genelia Deshmukh also celebrates a career milestone as the film becomes her highest-grossing movie, exceeding 'Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na'.
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In Dundigal, a tragic accident occurred when a six-year-old boy, Abhimanyu Reddy, died after falling under a tipper truck while his mother, Niharika, was trying to overtake it on a scooter. Niharika lost control of the scooter, causing Abhimanyu to fall onto the road and under the vehicle's rear wheel.
On June 25, 1983, Kapil Dev's India achieved an improbable victory against the West Indies, securing their first ICC World Cup. This historic win at Lord's dramatically altered India's cricketing trajectory, inspiring a generation, including a young Sachin Tendulkar. The veteran shared a touching account of the same on his X handle.