Sonakshi Sarkar

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California Faces Record Wildfires Amidst Extreme Heat
19 Apr

California Faces Record Wildfires Amidst Extreme Heat

Sonakshi SarkarInternational
California is grappling with one of its earliest and most intense wildfire seasons in recent memory, as extreme heat and dry conditions fuel over 20 large blazes across the state. Firefighters have been deployed from neighboring states to combat the spread, especially in the northern Sierra Nevada region. Experts attribute the intensity of the fires to prolonged drought and rising temperatures linked to climate change. Over 12,000 residents have already been evacuated, with at least 50 homes destroyed so far. Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency and requested federal support. Environmental groups are calling for urgent reforms…
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Special Task Force foils ₹71 crore drug smuggling operation in Kamrup
19 Apr

Special Task Force foils ₹71 crore drug smuggling operation in Kamrup

Sonakshi SarkarAssam
In a major breakthrough against cross-border drug trafficking, the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police foiled a high-stakes narcotics operation on Friday, seizing banned substances worth a staggering ₹71 crore from the Amingaon area in Kamrup district. Two individuals involved in transporting the drugs have been arrested, officials confirmed.Acting swiftly on a specific intelligence input, STF personnel launched a meticulously planned operation and intercepted two suspicious vehicles entering Assam from a neighbouring state. Upon thorough inspection, the team recovered 2.7 lakh Yaba tablets—popularly known as the “crazy drug”—along with 520 grams of high-grade heroin concealed in 40 soap boxes.…
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NASA’s Artemis Program Delayed Again Due to Safety Concerns
18 Apr

NASA’s Artemis Program Delayed Again Due to Safety Concerns

Sonakshi SarkarNASA
NASA has announced a delay in its Artemis II mission, which was scheduled to take astronauts around the Moon later this year. Engineers discovered issues with a helium valve in the rocket’s upper stage, prompting safety reviews. Originally planned for November 2024, the mission is now expected to launch in early 2025. Artemis II is crucial as it will be the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years and a step toward establishing a long-term human presence on the Moon. The delay impacts international partners, including the European and Canadian space agencies. NASA emphasized safety over schedule, noting that…
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AI-Powered Farming Drones Transform Agriculture in Kenya
17 Apr

AI-Powered Farming Drones Transform Agriculture in Kenya

Sonakshi SarkarInternational
In Kenya’s fertile Rift Valley, farmers are increasingly turning to AI-powered drones to monitor crops, detect pests, and optimize irrigation. The government-backed Smart AgriTech Initiative, launched in 2022, has deployed over 500 drones across the region. These drones, equipped with thermal and multispectral sensors, can scan large fields in minutes, offering farmers insights that were once impossible to gather. This has led to a 30% increase in crop yields in pilot zones. With rising food demands and erratic climate conditions, such technology is being hailed as a game-changer. The Kenyan government is offering subsidies for drone purchases and training youth…
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Lachung, Lachen, Yumthang routes open despite rumours
17 Apr

Lachung, Lachen, Yumthang routes open despite rumours

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim
Tourists planning trips to North Sikkim can breathe a sigh of relief as roads to popular destinations like Lachung, Lachen, Yumthang, and Zero Point will remain open from April 19 to 25, despite rumours of a shutdown. The clarification was issued by the Superintendent of Police, Mangan District, on April 15, stating that no closures are planned. However, due to the Toong-Naga road being closed, the only operational route—Dickchu-Sankalang-Shipgyer-Chungthang—is experiencing heavy congestion. To manage traffic and ensure safety, strict movement regulations for heavy vehicles have been put in place: Phidang–Sankalang–Chungthang: Movement allowed from 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM Chungthang–Sankalang–Phidang: Movement…
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BJP’s Dilip Saikia calls Congress protests “ a laughable attempt”
17 Apr

BJP’s Dilip Saikia calls Congress protests “ a laughable attempt”

Sonakshi SarkarAssam
Assam BJP President and Member of Parliament Dilip Saikia has come down heavily on the Congress party for holding nationwide protests against the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) chargesheet in the National Herald case, which names top Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. In a sharp press statement released on Wednesday, Saikia dismissed the Congress protest as "a laughable attempt to defend national looters," accusing the party of shielding its top leadership from legal scrutiny. He claimed that the Gandhis had misused their positions within the Congress to take control of assets that did not belong to them.  “The National Herald…
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Digital Shops Empower Bangladeshi Women Amid Economic Shifts
16 Apr

Digital Shops Empower Bangladeshi Women Amid Economic Shifts

Sonakshi SarkarBangladesh
In Bangladesh, a growing number of women are launching online businesses through social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. From fashion boutiques to home-based catering, the trend is reshaping traditional ideas of women’s work in urban Dhaka and beyond. The Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) reports that over 15,000 new women-led digital businesses were registered in the last 18 months. Platforms like Daraz and Evaly are also helping small female-run businesses reach wider audiences. Many of these women are homemakers, college students, or retired professionals who turned to digital entrepreneurship during the pandemic and continued as…
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Raju Bista applauds Govt move to cancel anti-waqf rally
16 Apr

Raju Bista applauds Govt move to cancel anti-waqf rally

Sonakshi SarkarSiliguri
People across Siliguri, Darjeeling Hills, Terai and Dooars have expressed a sense of relief and gratitude after the cancellation of a proposed rally against the Waqf Amendment Act that was planned by certain Islamist organisations. The rally was scheduled to take place in Siliguri but was called off after intervention from the West Bengal government and local administration. BJP MP from Darjeeling and national spokesperson of the party, Raju Bista, welcomed the decision. He said it was a wise step and praised the administration for convincing the organisers to cancel the rally. “I am grateful that good sense has prevailed.…
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Sikkim BJP flags ‘serious lapse’ in STNM hospital services
16 Apr

Sikkim BJP flags ‘serious lapse’ in STNM hospital services

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Sikkim, has voiced strong concern over the recurring disruption in water supply at the STNM Hospital in Sochakgang, terming it a serious failure in basic public service delivery. In a press statement issued on Tuesday, BJP Sikkim State President Dr. Thapa condemned the ongoing irregular water supply at the state’s premier government hospital, stating that the issue has become a weekly ordeal for patients and their families. “A hospital requires 24/7 water access for hygiene, care, and patient dignity. The current state of affairs is unacceptable,” Thapa said, questioning whether the problem stems from departmental…
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Artemis III Astronauts Begin Final Phase of Lunar Training
16 Apr

Artemis III Astronauts Begin Final Phase of Lunar Training

Sonakshi SarkarNASA
NASA’s Artemis III mission is entering its final preparation phase as astronauts gear up for what will be the longest human stay on the Moon to date. Scheduled for late 2026, this mission aims to establish a permanent lunar research base as a stepping stone to Mars. The crew, including astronauts from the U.S. and Canada, will conduct geological research and test long-duration life-support systems. Unlike previous missions, Artemis III will land at the Moon’s south pole, an area rich in water ice. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson stated that international collaboration is key to the mission. Japan, the UK, and…
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