fire accident

130 firemen fight major blaze at ISRO's facility: Quick facts

Firefighting personnel said that it was only after they reached the facility that they realized that the fire was a major one. Dr Tapan Misra, Director the SAC said that the police will investigate if there was foul play and sabotage involved in the mishap. May 4, 2018
Tata Nexon AMT

Tata Nexon AMT launched at Rs 9.41 lakh: Gets new color

Tata Motors has added six-speed automated manual transmission with the Nexon compact SUV range and it is limited to top-spec XZA+ trim. The company has also introduced new Etna Orange color with a Sonic Silver dual-tone roof option. May 3, 2018
MQ-1 Predator

Indian Air Force could get its own fleet of US-made Predator drones

The Indian Air Force could soon be getting a fleet of Predator drones from the US that can strike targets from across the sea and operate without endangering any Indian pilots. The American side of the deal has been sent over and it is up to the defence ministry to decide if they want it. May 2, 2018
ladakh snowfall, avalanche, soldiers death

Manali-Leh highway to reopen in 10 days

"The work to clear the snow is going on at a fast pace. If the weather remains favorable, traffic between Manali and Leh is likely to be restored in 10 days," Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Commander Col A.K. Awasthi told IANS May 2, 2018
Ather S340

Ather Energy to open pre-order for S340 electric scooter from June

Ather Energy, the Bengaluru based start-up found by two IITians is all set to launch a premium electric two-wheeler. Ather S340 will boast of a touchscreen dashboard, which integrates cloud-based data, disc brakes and LED lights and other premium stuff. Apr 29, 2018
Solar flare

Scientists find new way to produce hydrogen fuel from sunlight

The hydrogen can then be used as a fuel, with the potential to power everyday items such as homes and vehicles. Hydrogen is considered to be a promising alternative fuel source that is clean -- its only by-product is water -- and is capable of replacing fossil fuels. Apr 29, 2018