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Chandrayaan-3 Followed by PSLV-C56: India's Space Odyssey Continues!

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved yet another milestone with the successful launch of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) on its 56th mission to space, carrying seven foreign satellites alongside its primary payload. The launch took place from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota during the early hours of a Sunday, marking the second significant launch by the Indian space agency in just two weeks, following the Chandrayaan-3 mission to the Moon launched on July 14. The star of the show was the DS-SAR satellite, developed in collaboration with Singapore's Defence Science and Technology Agency and ST Engineering. After about 23 minutes post-lift-off, the PSLV rocket separated from its satellites and placed them into their intended orbits approximately 535 km above the Earth's surface.  The DS-SAR satellite is equipped with Synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) technology, enabling it to create high-resolution two-dimensional images and three-dimensional reconstructions of objects on the Earth's surface. It will play a pivotal role in fulfilling the satellite imagery requirements of various Singaporean government agencies and ST Engineering's commercial customers. The DS-SAR wasn't alone on this interstellar journey. Accompanying it were six co-passenger customer satellites, each with its unique purpose.  The successful deployment of all seven satellites into their designated orbits marks the 431st foreign satellite launch from India by ISRO and the fourth dedicated PSLV launch for the Singaporean government. As ISRO continues to explore new frontiers and expand its international collaborations, India's space odyssey is reaching greater heights. With each successful mission, the nation solidifies its position as a key player in the global space race. The future holds even more exciting prospects as India sets its sights on new celestial horizons.

31 Jul 2023
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IMAX Cameras: The Giant-Screen Game Changers of the Cinematic World

IMAX cameras are renowned for their ability to capture stunning, larger-than-life images that transport audiences into a completely immersive cinematic experience. But what makes IMAX cameras different from other cameras?   IMAX cameras are specially designed and engineered to capture images on a much larger scale than traditional cameras. They use 70mm film, which is nearly double the size of standard 35mm film used in most commercial movies. This larger film format allows for a much higher resolution image, with greater detail and clarity.   In addition to the larger film format, IMAX cameras also use a unique aspect ratio of 1.43:1, which is significantly wider than the standard 1.85:1 used in most movies. This wider aspect ratio provides a greater sense of immersion, filling the viewer's peripheral vision and creating a more realistic and immersive experience.   IMAX cameras also feature a number of other advanced technologies, such as advanced stabilization systems and specialized lenses, that allow for smooth, steady shots even in challenging filming conditions. This gives filmmakers the ability to capture stunning images in even the most extreme environments, such as the depths of the ocean or the far reaches of space.   The result is a breathtaking visual experience that is unmatched by any other format. IMAX films are designed to be displayed on giant screens that can be over 80 feet tall, providing an immersive, larger-than-life experience that transports audiences into the heart of the action.   So whether you're watching the latest blockbuster action movie or a stunning nature documentary, IMAX cameras offer a truly unique and unforgettable cinematic experience that is unmatched by any other format.  

9 May 2023
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5 Resolutions You Should Stick to This New Year

As the new year 2023 approaches, many people look to make changes in their lives and set resolutions for themselves. While it can be easy to make resolutions, it can be much harder to stick to them.  Here are five new year resolutions that are worth making an effort to stick to: Exercise more: Making the commitment to exercise regularly can have numerous benefits for your physical and mental health. Whether it's joining a gym, going for a daily walk, or finding an activity you enjoy, finding ways to be more active can help you feel better and have more energy. Eat healthier: Eating a well-balanced diet can have a huge impact on your overall health and well-being. Make an effort to eat more fruits and vegetables, and try to cut down on processed and sugary foods. Reduce stress: Stress can take a toll on your physical and mental health, so finding ways to reduce stress is important. Consider taking up meditation or yoga, setting aside time for relaxation and self-care, or finding healthy ways to cope with stress. Save money: It's never too late to start saving money and improving your financial situation. Set a budget, cut back on unnecessary expenses, and start saving for the future by making the right investments. Learn something new: Challenging yourself to learn something new can be both rewarding and enriching. Whether it's a new language, a new hobby, or a new skill, expanding your knowledge and abilities can be a fulfilling resolution to make. By sticking to these resolutions, you can improve your physical and mental health, improve your financial situation, and enrich your life. While it may not be easy, the effort will be worth it in the long run.

1 Jan 2023
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Break Stereotypes Of Resolutions.

As the month of December comes to an end, everyone starts making new years resolutions. We all enter new-year with new plans. Weight gain, weight loss, get or change a job, save more money and what not. Some of them are followed till the end and most of them are left in between. But have we ever paused to give it a thought? These are always the resolutions most of us make. We rarely go beyond stereotypes of resolutions. Isn’t it time to change this routine? In today’s technological era, we already are losing human touch, emotionally as well as physically. This may not affect us today or tomorrow. But in the near future, we all will pay a price for our ignorance. So, let’s draw a new plan for this new year.   1. Spend more time with your loved ones. Time is the best gift you can give to someone, they say. It doesn’t have to be in a fancy restaurant or movie theatres. No, don’t spend a fortune to buy a quality time. It can be a few minutes conversation over a cup of morning tea. Or it can be a simple call during a day just to say ‘hi’. It will be enough to make your loved ones happy. We all take people around us for granted and regret it later. Let’s stop doing that this year.   2. Whatsapp, facebook, twitter aren’t the only things in the world. These social media platforms have definitely made life easier. At least that’s what we had thought earlier. But somewhere we crossed the line between using these applications and being addicted to them. We all are so busy in sending some least important jokes, clicking the photos, sharing unnecessary information that we have forgotten how to live in a moment. We do not need to suddenly stop using them altogether. But we can surely draw a line. Life is passing by and we cannot enjoy it while updating a status on Facebook.   3. Do small things that will make you happy. There is nothing wrong with setting long-term goals. But it requires dedication many of us lack. So, instead of planning on something grand, do little things daily. Don’t go overboard with your resolutions. Keep them simple. Take one step at a time. Do not aim for losing 10 kilos in a month. Aim for exercising daily. Do not aim for being a millionaire by the end of 2018. Do not waste food. Respect food respect life. Aim for working hard, saving and investing money. If you are doing your part with a whole heart, life will not disappoint you.

9 Jan 2018
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5 Unique New Year Traditions Practiced Around the World

New Year is the time of celebrations and resolutions when everyone welcomes the new dawn with hopes of a joyful and bright year. The most popular way to usher in the new year is to party into the night with family and friends. But did you know that there are certain traditions followed around the globe on the eve of the New Year which are very strange and interesting? Read on to know of 5 such traditions. In Japan, ring the temple bells In Japan, it is tradition to ring a temple bell on New Year's Eve as part of Joya-no-Kane. Priests and temple guests ring this symbolic bell 108 times to herald in the New Year, a custom that is observed across the nation. The bell is rung 107 times before and once after midnight.  It is said that  108 worldly sins are atoned by doing this. Witness the Times Square's ball drop In Times Square in New York City, there is a time ball called the Times Square Ball. The ball, which is located on the roof of One Times Square, is a key component of the Times Square ball drop, a tradition that marks the beginning of the new year by having a ball slide down a specially made flagpole at exactly 11:59 p.m. and resting at midnight. This event is often preceded by entertainment like live performances by popular musicians. Eat 12 grapes in Columbia and Spain The Twelve Grapes, also known as "the twelve grapes of luck," are a Spanish custom that involves eating a grape with each of the twelve clock strikes on December 31 to ring in the New Year. Every grape and clock bell ringing signifies one of the upcoming twelve months. This action will bring prosperity and good fortune. In Copacabama, leap through seven waves Join the millions of other Brazilians who spend New Year's Eve at the beach by jumping into the water at midnight and into the first seven ondas (waves), but only if you're facing the waves directly! You can make one wish for each wave. Plate Smashing in Denmark Denmark uses the tradition of throwing dinnerware to convey feelings of love, affection, and friendship. The more broken dishes you discover outside your door, the luckier the upcoming year will be for you. The breaking of plates also stands for the notion of letting go of any unfavorable feelings before the start of the new year.

7 Dec 2022
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