SpaceX to Lower Starlink Satellites Altitude in 2026
SpaceX announces a major orbital shift for its Starlink network, lowering thousands of satellites to 480 km to reduce collision risk and debris. Read the full details.
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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.
Space debris crack delays Shenzhou-20 crew return from Tiangong
A tiny crack from space debris forced China to delay its Shenzhou-20 crew return for 9 days. Discover how a 1mm object caused major orbital safety concerns. Read the full analysis.
2 Labourers Die in Ahmedabad Building Site Accident
Two workers from Rajasthan died after a wooden platform collapsed in Ahmedabad's Ambawadi. Police cite negligence in safety measures. Read the full investigation details.
Chennai: Illegal debris destroys residents' tree park effort
Months of effort by Chennai senior citizens to create a tree park on a lake bund in Kotturpuram were destroyed by illegal construction debris dumping. Officials promise CCTV but culprits remain at large.
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.
Chennai to seize vehicles for illegal construction debris dumping
Greater Chennai Corporation authorizes officials to impound vehicles and levy fines of ₹5,000 per tonne for illegal dumping of construction waste. New SOP aims to curb public nuisance and flooding risks.
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.
Nagpur: Contractor Spared in Fatal Construction Site Accident
Pachpaoli police book only tanker driver, not contractor, after fatal accident on flyover stretch. Residents flag ongoing safety hazards, dust, and chaos. Details inside.
MLA Mahesh Tenginakai Inaugurates Build Expo-2025 in Dharwad
Hubballi-Dharwad Central MLA Mahesh Tenginakai inaugurated Build Expo-2025 at Karnatak College ground. The expo highlights sustainable construction tech and connects industry stakeholders. Read more.
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
Panchkula misses second deadline to clear legacy waste
Panchkula Municipal Corporation fails to meet Dec 25 deadline for clearing Sector 23 dumping ground, raising environmental and health concerns for residents. Read more about the delayed bioremediation project.
Bombay HC orders Kanjurmarg dump monitoring committee
The Bombay High Court has directed the formation of a monitoring committee for the Kanjurmarg dumping site and ordered stringent short-term measures within a week to mitigate the foul odour, stating authorities cannot 'play with lives of people'.
Russia's Anti-Satellite 'Zone Weapon' Targets Starlink: NATO Intel
New NATO intelligence warns Russia is developing a 'zone-effect' anti-satellite weapon to disable Starlink. This could cause uncontrollable orbital debris, threatening global satellites. Read the full report.
Russia's Anti-Satellite Zone Weapon Threatens Starlink: NATO Intel
New NATO intel claims Russia is developing a 'zone-effect' anti-satellite weapon targeting Starlink. This could cripple Ukraine's communications and trigger uncontrollable orbital debris, threatening global satellites. Read the full analysis.
Ulhasnagar orders demolition of faulty Rs 52 crore roads
Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation directs MMRDA to demolish and reconstruct cracked roads at contractor's cost after quality failures. A third-party inspection by VJTI ordered.
Asteroid 2024 YR4 May Hit Moon in 2032, Scientists Warn
A 60-metre asteroid, 2024 YR4, has a 4% chance of colliding with the Moon in December 2032. The impact, visible from Earth, could endanger satellites. Read the latest findings.
HC: 'Right to breathe fresh air' part of Article 21, acts on Kanjurmarg
Bombay High Court directs urgent measures for Kanjurmarg dumping site, stating odour pollution violates citizens' fundamental right to breathe fresh air under Article 21. Details inside.
Russia's New Anti-Satellite Weapon Threatens Starlink: NATO
NATO intelligence suspects Russia is developing a new 'zone-effect' anti-satellite weapon that could flood orbit with metal pellets, targeting Elon Musk's Starlink. Read the full report on the potential space threat.
SpaceX Starship Blast Put 3 Flights, 450 People in Danger
FAA documents reveal SpaceX's January Starship explosion created a 50-minute debris shower, forcing JetBlue, Iberia flights into fuel emergencies. Read the full investigation.
Supervisor arrested for negligence after worker's fatal fall in Pune
A construction supervisor in Pune has been arrested under BNS for negligence after an 18-year-old migrant worker fell to his death from the 15th floor. No safety gear was provided. Read the full investigation details.
PMC Acts to Stop Illegal Waste Dumping in Mula-Mutha River
Pune Municipal Corporation intensifies patrols in Yerawada-Nagar Road area to curb construction waste and garbage dumping in the Mula-Mutha river. Civic chief's inspection prompts two-shift watch.
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.
Begusarai Installs 317 CCTV Cameras for City Surveillance
Begusarai Municipal Corporation launches a 24x7 CCTV surveillance system with 317 devices at 98 points to curb littering, improve traffic, and aid police. Read more.
Delhi MCD fines Rs 55 lakh for pollution violations in Dec
Municipal Corporation of Delhi intensifies anti-pollution drive, imposing fines totalling Rs 55 lakh in December for biomass burning, illegal dumping, and GRAP violations. Read about the enforcement actions.
VMC, GPCB, CREDAI meet to tackle Vishwamitri river issues
Vadodara Municipal Corporation held a crucial meeting with GPCB, CREDAI, and rights panel to combat debris dumping and sewage pollution in the Vishwamitri river. Water quality shows improvement.
Starlink Satellite Loses Contact, Will Burn Up in Atmosphere
A SpaceX Starlink satellite experienced an anomaly, lost communication, and is now tumbling towards Earth. No risk to ISS. Read the full details on the incident and SpaceX's response.
Kas Plateau Hotels Noticed for Dumping Waste in Forest
Satara forest department warns hoteliers at UNESCO site Kas Plateau over garbage dumping, citing increased man-animal conflict. Legal action threatened. Read more.
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