From Chandrayaan-3 being just 20 days away from making a soft landing on the moon to Indian team losing another T20I to West Indies to go down 2-0 in the series, read on to know more about the latest trending news and updates in our August 7 news roundup.
Historic Apsara reactor to be turned into public museum
The iconic Apsara reactor at the Bhabha Atomic Research Center, which was Asia’s first nuclear reactor is on its way to becoming a public museum. Inaugurated 67 years ago in 1956 by then Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, this iconic reactor played a pivotal role in the growth of atomic research across Asia.
Chandrayaan-3 enters Moon’s orbit; Pictures surface
After entering the moon’s orbit, Chandrayaan-3 shared its very first images of the surface of the moon. According to Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Chandrayaan-3 is still 20 days away from making a soft landing on the moon’s surface.
West Indies defeats India in 2nd T20I; Leads series 2-0
India lost the second T20 International against the West Indies thanks to a stellar 67 off 40 balls by Nicholas Pooran. Chasing the target of 152, the West Indies team were reduced to 32/3 but went on to overcome the collapse to secure the victory and lead the series 2-0.
Lok Sabha passes Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023
The Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 was passed in Lok Sabha on Monday by a voice vote. Now, the bill will have to be passed in the Rajya Sabha for it to become a law. It is noteworthy that this is the country’s second attempt at framing a law regarding privacy after the previous three bills were shelved.
Indian shuttler HS Prannoy finishes runner-up at the Australian Open
Ace Indian shuttler HS Prannoy lost to China’s Weng Hong Yang in the Men’s singles final of the Australian Open on Sunday. After one impressive display after another throughout the week, Prannoy lost in a tight encounter to miss out on his second BWF title of the current season.
IMD predicts heavy showers in the coming days for North, Northeast India
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted isolated spells of heavy to very heavy rainfall in Northern Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Bihar and other Northeastern regions in the next three days. Furthermore, IMD has also predicted subdued spells of rain in the remaining parts of the country.
Equity markets settle higher for the 2nd consecutive day
India’s benchmark equity indices have closed with gains on the first day of the week. The markets extended their previous day’s winning run to Monday, in spite of the relatively weaker trends in the global market. But the market gains were capped by the continuous foreign fund outflows.
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