“IMPORTANT DAYS”

2 July – World UFO Day

World UFO Day is celebrated every year on July 2nd. The day aims to raise awareness about Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and encourages people to think about, discuss, and share information on the topic. The date marks the anniversary of the famous Roswell incident on July 2, 1947, when reports emerged of a UFO crash near Roswell, New Mexico, USA. This event sparked worldwide interest and debates about UFOs and extraterrestrial life.

“AWARDS”

PM Modi Honoured in Ghana with ‘Order of the Star’

In a historic diplomatic gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with Ghana’s highest civilian award, the “Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana”, during his landmark visit to the country. The honour, bestowed by President John Dramani Mahama, recognizes PM Modi’s global statesmanship, commitment to South-South cooperation, and his role in elevating India-Ghana bilateral ties. The Indian Prime Minister dedicated the award to India’s youth, its diverse cultural legacy, and the shared democratic values between the two nations.

“FESTIVAL”

Ladakh’s First Astro Tourism Festival Concludes in Leh

The first Ladakh Astro Tourism Festival was held in Leh to promote Ladakh as a top astro tourism destination, thanks to its high altitude, dry weather, and low light pollution ideal for stargazing. The festival featured expert talks from ISRO, Indian Institute of Astrophysics, and Kashmir University, offering learning sessions for tourists and astronomy enthusiasts at Leh and Hanle Dark Sky Reserve.

“SCIENCE”

Japan Launches Climate Satellite on Final H-2A Rocket Flight, Paves Way for Next-Gen H3

Japan successfully launched the GOSAT-GW climate monitoring satellite aboard the H-2A rocket’s 50th and final flight; the satellite will monitor greenhouse gases like carbon and methane, providing high-resolution climate data globally within a year. The H-2A rocket, which began service in 2001 with a 98% success rate, retires after this mission and will be replaced by Japan’s new flagship H3 rocket, developed with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to offer larger payload capacity at roughly half the launch cost, boosting global competitiveness.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Slice Launches India’s First UPI-Powered Bank Branch in Bengaluru

In a groundbreaking move to revolutionize traditional banking, fintech firm slice has launched India’s first UPI-powered digital bank branch in Koramangala, Bengaluru. This innovation blends seamless credit access with the power of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to offer customers a smooth, cashless banking experience. With this new venture, slice is redefining how Indians experience formal credit and core banking services.

Bengaluru City University to be Renamed After Former PM Manmohan Singh

In a major move to honour the legacy of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, the Karnataka Cabinet has approved a proposal to rename Bengaluru City University after him. The decision is seen as a tribute to Singh’s pivotal contributions to the city’s development, especially in the areas of urban infrastructure and education.

Jio Becomes World’s Largest Fixed Wireless Access Provider

Reliance Jio, India’s leading telecom company, is poised to become the world’s largest Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) provider, overtaking US-based T-Mobile. This development underlines Jio’s aggressive expansion in the broadband sector, driven by its 5G infrastructure and affordable Jio AirFiber solutions, connecting millions of households and small businesses across India.