A mesmerizing blue spiral in the night sky from the UK to Poland on March 24 was linked to a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch. It resulted from the rocket's frozen exhaust plume spinning and reflecting sunlight, confirmed by experts and the UK Met Office.
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Travis Head's bowling heroics in the Melbourne Test were accompanied by a quirky celebration after dismissing Rishabh Pant. His 'finger on the ice' gesture, clarified as a lighthearted ritual started in Sri Lanka, drew both amusement and criticism. Head's explanation and team's reaction highlighted the playful spirit behind the unique celebration.
Five soldiers were killed and eight injured in Jammu & Kashmir's Poonch sector when their vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge. The incident occurred during operational duty, and rescue operations are ongoing with the injured receiving medical care. Preliminary investigations suggest the driver lost control at a turn.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in the Rajya Sabha, accusing him of ignoring development in Jammu and Kashmir. Shah emphasised the Modi government's zero-tolerance policy on terrorism and highlighted the abrogation of Article 370 as a fulfillment of the vision of the Constitution’s architects.
Donald Trump’s inauguration speech, where he announced the recognition of only two genders, male and female, sparked controversy, especially among the LGBT+ community. During the event, protests escalated with the setting up of a 'guillotine.' Former MLB star John Rocker criticized the protesters, expressing his disgust over the non-peaceful demonstration.
India's school infrastructure report for 2023-24 reveals progress in basic amenities but highlights gaps in advanced facilities, tech readiness, and access. Dropout rates increase at higher education levels, and disparities among states complicate universal education efforts, signaling the need for optimized resources and improved retention.
Meta is notifying employees of a 5% workforce reduction, affecting around 4,000 jobs worldwide. Meanwhile, the company plans to bolster its engineering teams, particularly in machine learning. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasizes higher performance management and faster removal of low-performers. Meta's VP announced an urgent need to recruit machine learning engineers in 2025, with interviews beginning February 11.
Sanjay Malhotra, the incoming RBI chief, is expected to focus on growth and technology adoption within the banking sector. Brokerages are divided on whether he will prioritize faster interest rate easing. While some anticipate a more accommodative monetary policy given his finance background, others believe the chances of a rate cut have diminished.
Good Friday, observed on April 18th, is a day for Christians to reflect on Jesus Christ's crucifixion and sacrifice. The day emphasizes mourning, prayer, and reflection, leading to the joy of Easter Sunday. The article provides wishes, messages, quotes, and status updates for Facebook and WhatsApp to commemorate Christ's sacrifice and share thoughts on this spiritual day