From the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) all set for the launch of ‘Chandrayaan 3’ mission to two new Vande Bharat Express trains being flagged off today, read on to know more about the latest trending news and updates in the July 7 news roundup.
ISRO to launch ‘Chandrayaan 3’ Moon mission on July 14
The much-awaited Chandrayaan-3 moon mission of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is all set for take off. India’s second attempt at a soft landing on moon, the mission will be launched on July 14 at 2:35 from Sriharikota’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre.
PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen enter quarters of Canada Open
Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen won their respective matches to book a spot in the singles last 8 of the ongoing Canadian Open. Lakshya Sen defeated Brazil’s Ygor Coelho while Sindhu progressed as her Japanese opponent withdrew from the contest.
2 new Vande Bharat trains were flagged off today
Two more Vande Bharat express trains were flagged off by PM Modi today. These include the Gorakhpur-Lucknow Vande Bharat express and the Jodhpur-Sabarmati Vande Bharat express. With these trains, the number of Vande Bharat trains operating in India rises to 25.
India’s 5G smartphone shipments cross 10 crore mark for first time
The 5G smartphones shipment in India has gone over the 10 crore mark for the first time, according to a CMR report. The report further stated that the 5G smartphone shipments in the country have multiplied 28 times ever since the introduction.
India accepts Antonio Guterres’ invitation to join UN’s Global Crisis Response Group
Accepting the invitation of the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, India has officially joined UN’s Global Crisis Response Group (GCRG). The aim of the group is to assist decision makers in developing strategies to deal with global challenges in food, finance, and energy.
NCC cadets in India to get zero balance accounts, uniform allowance
The Central Government announced today that NCC cadets in India will get a zero balance account, along with a uniform allowance. The zero balance accounts for NCC cadets will be made by the State Bank of India, which will also provide cheque books and other facilities.
86% Indian employees feel a strong sense of belonging in current workplace, finds iSS report
According to the Global Survey Report 2023 by iSS, India leads in employee wellbeing in retention. The report found that a massive 86% of Indian employees feel a sense of belonging at their current workplace. Recent transformations in work culture have been identified as the driving force behind these numbers.
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