Chandrayaan-2, the second lunar exploration mission developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation, managed to captivate millions of hearts across the world.Although the mission wasn’t 100 percent successful, it did highlight India’s achievements on the global stage. The mission was the third biggest for ISRO after Chandrayaan-1 and Mangalyaan.But, do you know the person who gave life to ISRO? It’s Dr Vikram Dr Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai, fondly remembered as the Father of India’s space programme.Close Born in an affluent industrialist family in Ahmedabad, Sarabhai completed his matriculation from Gujarat College, Ahmedabad and moved to England for further studies at St John's College, University of Cambridge. related news Insight18 | What is an Initial Public Offer? Managing Money with Moneycontrol | Here’s how an 18-year-old should start investing Explained | How Karvy went from broking to broke He returned to India around WW-II and joined … [Read more...] about The Innovators | Dr Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai – Father of India’s space programme
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Amazon fires: Top celebrities like Madonna, Leonardo DiCaprio speak out
Top celebrities like Madonna and Leonardo DiCaprio have raised concern about Amazon fires.A massive fire has been blazing through the Amazon rainforests in Brazil for days, causing immense loss of rich flora and fauna that abound the region. Not just that, the skyline in cities in and around the forests have been engulfed in smoke due to consequent air pollution. Several environmentalists and researchers have pointed their fingers at cattle ranchers and woodcutters for starting the fire while the government had blamed NGOs for the inferno.The fires have stirred people across the world, who have since been clamouring for donations from big corporates to douse the flames and restore the delicate ecological balance of the forest. Several A-list celebrities are among those who have been talking about ways to prevent and stop the potential global catastrophe that can spell doom for way too many people.Close Some of these superstars have even sought accountability from the country’s … [Read more...] about Amazon fires: Top celebrities like Madonna, Leonardo DiCaprio speak out
With Saaho, Neil Nitin Mukesh promises to rock the show again as a baddie
Neil Nitin Mukesh may have scored successes at the box office with some films or not quite covered the distance with a few others. However, not once have fingers been pointed at his intent to deliver, commitment or the performance in front of the camera. Walking a thin rope while being a hero, as well as villain, of the piece in Johnny Gaddaar (2007), Neil has been around for over a decade now and has comfortably placed himself well as a baddie. However, this, too, is with a difference as his charm has remained intact even in the face of menace.The same is expected in Saaho which is inarguably his biggest film till date and also the most awaited one for the audience this season. While the promo of the Prabhas-starrer has clearly established that the film would be a visual spectacle for sure, what is also much awaited is the battle between the good and the evil. With Neil leading the pack when it comes to the villains in the film, one waits to see how he shows his mean streak in … [Read more...] about With Saaho, Neil Nitin Mukesh promises to rock the show again as a baddie
Hasan Minhaj allegedly denied entry to ‘Howdy Modi’ event
Indian-origin stand-up comic Hasan Minhaj, who is popular for his Netflix show 'Patriot Act', was allegedly denied entry to the venue of the 'Howdy Modi' event. In a video which is doing the rounds on social media, Hasan Minhaj can be seen outside the venue, on the phone with a media coordinator from the press registration.The event, which was held at the NRG stadium in Houston on September 22, saw a 50,000-strong gathering of attendees, mostly from the Indian-American community. It was jointly addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump.The 'Patriot Act' star was heard speaking to the organiser over a call as the phone was on loudspeaker. He was reportedly enquiring about his credentials for the event.Close "We're just trying to get our credentials," the comedian said. related news Sab changa si?: Mehbooba Mufti's daughter tweets dig at Centre again Foreign Affairs | Balancing Powers, Modi Style Digging Deeper | Howdy Modi, and what it means … [Read more...] about Hasan Minhaj allegedly denied entry to ‘Howdy Modi’ event
Pankaj Tripathi, Divyenndu celebrate their win at iReel Awards 2019, thank fans for love and support
The second edition of the iReel Awards was a gala event with the best talent in the web space bagging top honours for the home-grown web series which have shown great ingenuity, quality and brilliance this year, and changed the landscape of OTT platforms.The prestigious iReel awards ceremony came to a conclusion on Monday night, with glitz and glamour descending at Mumbai’s JW Marriott, Sahar. Netflix's Delhi Crime took home the top honour in the Best Show (Drama), Best Writing (Drama) and Best Actress in a Lead Role (Drama) categories. The gritty true-crime story, created by Richie Mehta, won hearts of the jury members and the miniseries shined in the night.While Pankaj Tripathi raced ahead in the Best Actor Drama series. Shefali Shah of Delhi Crime was picked as the Best Actor Drama (Female). Post the event, the winners of iReel Awards 2019 took to their social media to share their win and thank fans for loving their characters and shows.Close Pankaj shared a picture with his … [Read more...] about Pankaj Tripathi, Divyenndu celebrate their win at iReel Awards 2019, thank fans for love and support