India, China’s 16th Round of Talks on Border Issue: Update on Ladakh Disengagement
India and China marked a significant diplomatic episode as they convened the 16th round of discussions concerning the border issue on July 17, 2022. This crucial dialogue unfolded at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point on the Indian side and spanned an extensive duration of over 12 hours.
Luna 25 : Russia’s Historic Return to Moon Exploration and Competitor of Chandrayaan-3
In a groundbreaking endeavor, Russia is poised to mark its triumphant return to lunar exploration with the launch of Luna 25 on Friday, August 9, 2023. This significant mission stands as Russia’s first lunar landing venture since 1976, signaling the nation’s resolute commitment to assert its prominence in space exploration.
Eris Covid Variant: WHO Assessing Risk of New Covid Variant Found in Europe
A recent development in Europe has brought forth a new concern in the fight against Covid-19. The World Health Organization (WHO) is now in the process of evaluating the risk associated with the Eris Covid variant, which has emerged as a subvariant of Omicron. While the exact transmissibility and severity of Eris remain uncertain, the WHO is closely monitoring the situation to determine its potential impact.
Pepperfry CEO Ambareesh Murty Dies Due to Cardiac Arrest
In a tragic turn of events, Ambareesh Murty, the dynamic CEO of renowned online furniture retailer Pepperfry, breathed his last on August 8, 2023, succumbing to a sudden cardiac arrest. Aged 42, Murty’s untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the business world.
Born in Bangalore in 1981, Murty’s academic journey led him to the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, where he pursued engineering. Subsequently, his professional path intertwined with McKinsey & Company before he co-founded Pepperfry in 2010, alongside Ashish Shah.
Chandrayaan-3 Approaches Moon, 4,313 kms away
India’s third lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, is rapidly approaching its destination—the Moon. As of August 7, 2023, the spacecraft has covered a distance of 4,313 kilometers, bringing it closer to the lunar surface. The eagerly awaited event, a soft landing on the Moon, is scheduled to take place on August 15, 2023.
Morgan Stanley Upgrades India, Downgrades China
Morgan Stanley, a prominent investment bank, has recently made significant changes to its outlook on two major Asian economies. The bank upgraded India to overweight from underweight while downgrading China to underweight from equal weight. These changes reflect the shifting economic landscape in the region and highlight the diverging paths of the two countries.
Meta Launches AI Tool AudioCraft to Create Music from Text
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has unveiled its latest AI innovation, AudioCraft, a revolutionary tool capable of creating music from text prompts. This cutting-edge tool is powered by three robust models: MusicGen, AudioGen, and EnCodec, promising to revolutionize the music creation process.
Justin Trudeau and Wife Sophie to Separate sadly After 18 Years of Marriage
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Grégoire Trudeau have announced their decision to separate after 18 years of marriage, as they revealed in a joint statement on Instagram.
Twitter Loses Flashy Logo After Residents’ Complaint
Twitter unveiled its new logo, featuring a X. While the social media giant may have hoped for positive feedback, some residents of the Mission District in San Francisco, where Twitter’s headquarters are situated, had a different reaction. They complained that the new logo was too bright and disruptive, especially at night when it caused glare. The yellow background was also deemed unsuitable for the neighborhood’s aesthetics.
Pakistan Bomb Blast: 10 Killed, 20 Injured in Blast at Quetta Market
A devastating bomb blast at a market in Quetta, Pakistan, resulted in the tragic loss of at least 10 lives and left 20 others injured on Friday. The explosion occurred in the Hazara Town area of the city, a community predominantly comprising Hazara Shia individuals.