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Electrostatic Tractor Beam to Nudge Space Debris

Scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder are developing a non-contact electrostatic tractor beam to safely clear space junk, offering a gentler alternative to nets and harpoons. Read how this tech could protect our satellites.

Starlink to lower satellite orbit for safety in 2026

SpaceX will move its Starlink satellites from 550 km to 480 km orbit in 2026 to reduce collision risk and space debris. The decision follows a satellite failure and aims to make crowded low Earth orbit safer.

Vadodara Floodplain Map Reveals Construction Risks

A new floodplain map for Vadodara's Vishwamitri river highlights construction in vulnerable zones, linked to 2024 flood damage. VMC begins debris removal as experts call for stricter regulations. Read more.

ISRO Rocket Debris Found on Sri Lanka Coast

Debris suspected to be from ISRO's LVM3 rocket found on Sri Lanka's eastern coast. Experts identify it as a payload fairing. Details on the incident and past recoveries inside.

Haryana orders probe into Rs 1,500 crore workers' board scam

Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij recommends a state or central agency probe into an alleged Rs 1,500 crore scam in the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Massive irregularities found in work slips and registrations.

ISRO Rocket Debris Found on Sri Lankan Coast

A large metal object, suspected to be debris from an ISRO rocket, has washed ashore in Sri Lanka. Authorities are investigating the find and coordinating with Indian officials.

Hubble Sees 2 Violent Cosmic Crashes Near Star Fomalhaut

NASA's Hubble Telescope captures evidence of two massive collisions in the Fomalhaut system within 20 years, challenging theories of planetary formation and suggesting our solar system's youth was far more chaotic than thought. Discover the cosmic violenc

New Town Kolkata Residents Protest Illegal Sludge Dumping

Residents of Greenwood Elements in New Town Action Area II protest illegal dumping of construction sludge. The waste, containing cement and chemicals, causes pollution and health risks. Authorities have been alerted.

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