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Hurricane Nicole delays NASA’s launch of cargo supply mission to ISS
World | Oct 13, 2016, 12:02 PM ISTUS space agency NASA has delayed the launch of a cargo-supply mission to the International Space Station (ISS) saying Hurricane Nicole could hit an important part of the organisation’s infrastructure in Bermuda. Initially set for
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ISRO’s GSAT-18 successfully launched from Kourou in French Guiana
India | Oct 06, 2016, 06:38 AM ISTIndia’s latest high power communication satellite GSAT-18 was on Thursday successfully launched by a heavy duty rocket of Arianespace from the spaceport of Kourou in French Guiana.
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10 things you need to know about Xiaomi’s Mi Air Purifier 2
Sep 26, 2016, 07:04 PM ISTXiaomi is well known for its affordable smartphones in India, but in China, the company also offers a wide range of smart home appliances. Xiaomi has launched its first smart home appliance product in
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Chinese tech giant Xiaomi launches Mi Band 2 in India for Rs 1,999
Sep 22, 2016, 04:34 PM ISTAfter the success of Mi Band and Mi Band Pulse, Xiaomi on Wednesday introduced the 2nd Generation fitness tracker 'Mi Band 2' in India at a competitive price of Rs 1,999. The Mi Band 2
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Brainchild of IIT-B students, ‘Pratham’ set for launch on September 26, says ISRO
India | Sep 22, 2016, 12:42 PM ISTIn what the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) termed as a historic day for the Indian space mission, September 26 will see the end of a nine-year wait for the launch of the ‘Pratham’ satellite
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Pakistan scientists among invitees to watch China's space launch
World | Sep 16, 2016, 08:06 PM ISTChina invited Pakistani space scientists along with host of guests from Germany, France, Italy, Russia and the European Union (EU) to observe the launch of its manned space flight to send two astronauts to join
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Video! ISRO set to launch weather satellite INSAT-3DR today
India | Sep 08, 2016, 10:25 AM ISTIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is all set to launch its advanced weather satellite INSAT-3DR on-board GSLV-F05 today from the spaceport of Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The 29 hour countdown operation of GSLV-F05/INSAT-3DR Mission has start
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Ahead of mega Apple launch event, Nordic study finds iPhones have the worst antenna signal
Sep 07, 2016, 02:47 PM ISTWhile iPhone 6s is presently the best-selling phone on the market, a new study has claimed that it fares the worst when it comes to its call quality and range.
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Explosion rocks SpaceX launch site during rocket test, rattles buildings in Florida
World | Sep 01, 2016, 08:20 PM ISTBuildings wobbled several miles away after multiple explosions rocked a SpaceX launch site and continued for several minutes on Thursday during a routine rocket test. SpaceX was conducting a test firing of its unmanned
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ISRO set to launch two new satellites in September
India | Sep 01, 2016, 05:02 PM ISTThe Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is planning to launch two new meteorological satellites this month. "INSAT-3DR is scheduled for September 8 and by end of September we will have ScatSat along with an Algerian
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Video! China to launch world’s first quantum hack-proof satellite
World | Aug 15, 2016, 11:04 AM ISTChina is all set to launch of the world's first quantum satellite later this month. The quantum communication satellite which boasts of hack-proof ultra high security features to prevent wiretapping and intercepts. If the satellite
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Arrow launches India’s first smart shirt that connects to your smartphone
Aug 11, 2016, 12:23 PM ISTArrow, the blue blooded American brand, on Tuesday launched India’s first smart shirt that not only makes you look bold, but also serves an actual purpose. Taking innovation a notch higher after the success
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World's fastest train to start operating next month in China
World | Aug 09, 2016, 11:36 AM ISTThe world’s fastest train with the maximum speed of 380 km per hour will be launched in China next month and will run on Zhengzhou-Xuzhou high-speed track from next month. After the new train is
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ISRO all set to launch IIT-B's satellite ‘Pratham’ from Sriharikota space centre in September
India | Aug 02, 2016, 12:25 PM ISTSatellite programme ‘Pratham’, the brainchild IIT-Bombay students, will finally take off next month after a nine-year wait. As per reports, the 10kg satellite, will be launched by Isro's four-stage Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) at
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ISRO all set to launch weather satellite INSAT-3DR by end of August: Official
World | Aug 01, 2016, 11:56 AM ISTAll plans and preparations are in full swing in ISRO for the launch of geostationary weather satellite INSAT-3DR sometime by the end of August month, a top official of the agency told media. The GSLV
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Ford launches Mustang GT in India at starting price of Rs 65 lakh. All you need to know about the mean machine
Jul 12, 2016, 03:56 PM ISTAmerican carmaker Ford has finally launched its iconic Mustang GT car in India today at a starting price of Rs 65 lakh.
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North Korea's missile likely failed after launch from submarine
World | Jul 10, 2016, 08:31 AM ISTSeoul, South Korea: North Korea launched a ballistic missile from a submarine but it likely failed in its early stage, the latest in a string of tests that are part of efforts by the North
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ISRO all set to launch record 20 satellites on June 22 weighing 1,288 kilos in a single mission
India | Jun 17, 2016, 07:34 AM ISTBengaluru:India's space agency Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is all set to launch a record 20 satellites weighing a total of about 1,288 kg in one go on 22 June. These satellites will be launched
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After successful satellite launch, SpaceX rocket booster crashes
India | Jun 16, 2016, 11:08 AM ISTNew Delhi: With the successful launch of two satellites from Cape Canaveral, Florida into the orbit by SpaceX on Wednesday, a leftover SpaceX rocket booster crashed while trying to land on an ocean barge. The
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Big, Colorful Affair! New Bollywood theme park in Dubai all set to lure Indian tourists
World | Jun 09, 2016, 02:29 PM ISTDubai: Dubai is all set to lure tourists from all across the world with the world’s first Bollywood themed amusement park. This amusement park is a part of Dubai Parks and Resorts (DPR) which is