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When India’s Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft made a historic landing on the moon’s south pole last August, a unique configuration of engines ensured that the craft did not kick up any dust during the descent. Thanks to that, the cameras onboard were able to get clear views of the landing region during the crucial moments before touchdown, thus helping the spacecraft avoid hazardous craters and land safely. The craft did not raise lunar dust but what it did raise was India’s and the Indian Space Research Organisation’s stature in the global scientific community; India became the first country in the world to…

In 2023, the UAE’s GDP stood at Dh1.68 trillion at constant prices, marking a 3.6 per cent increase from 2022, data showed on Thursday. According to figures released by the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, the country’s non-oil GDP reached Dh1.25 trillion, reflecting a 6.2 per cent growth compared to 2022. Along with GDP growth, the UAE ranked fifth worldwide in the Real Economic Growth Rate Index and sixth in GDP (PPP) per capita in the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2023. Additionally, the UAE ranked sixth globally in the GNI Index in the UNDP Human Development Index Report 2024. By…

Ranveer Singh’s upcoming film ‘Rakshas’ with filmmaker Prasanth Varma will not be happening, they said in a statement. Ranveer said, “Prasanth is a very special talent. We met and explored the idea of a film together. Hopefully, we will collaborate on something exciting in the future.” Like Ranveer, Prasanth also assured fans that they would hope for an exciting collaboration in the future. “Ranveer’s energy and talent is rare to find. We shall manifest our forces combining soon sometime in the future,” Prasanth said. In the coming months, Ranveer will be seen headlining Farhan Akhtar’s ‘Don 3’. In August 2023,…

‘Your father is in every cell of your body. He lives on in you, and you bring him into your future.’ — Thich Nhat Hanh You may have inherited your father’s tall stature or your mother’s music skills, but that’s not all that we inherit. We also inherit their pain, their fears, their traumas. We inherit the residue from traumatic events that have taken place in our family. While our physical traits are easily discernible, this emotional legacy often remains hidden from us. “When we are in a stressful situation, we subconsciously entangle with the trauma of our ancestors. Called…

Josh Hazlewood returned from a three-month break to take two for five and David Warner hit a half century as Australia thrashed Namibia by seven wickets in a Twenty20 World Cup warm-up in Trinidad. Paceman Hazlewood said it had been more than seven years since he had last enjoyed such a lengthy break but he looked in good touch with three maidens from his four overs. “We didn’t have a full quota of players but the guys who played, probably a few of us needed to, coming off a big layoff,” he said after the match on Tuesday. “I know…

Hotel Astoria: A Heritage in the cultural capital of Russia St. Petersburg became a popular destination for the Middle East residents. The cultural capital of Russia is like a gem, surprising tourists with its rich history, architecture, museums and theatres. Tucked away in the heart of the city, Hotel Astoria exudes a timeless charm that seamlessly merges history with contemporary luxury and can be a truly unforgettable experience. As part of the esteemed Rocco Forte Collection, this distinguished hotel has been a beacon of sophistication since its establishment in 1912. Stepping into Hotel Astoria is like stepping into a living…

If you’re a remote worker that likes to take to the local coffeeshops or bookstores to get a bit of extra work in, what are you going to take with you? A mobile workstation, and especially one that is on sale, is a great answer. And today you can get the HP ZBook Firefly 14 inch G10 Mobile Workstation for just $1,109. That’s an incredible $2,162 off. To state it again, this is a $3,271 laptop that you can get right now for $1,109. If that sounds too good to be true, go check and see if the deal is…

During the summer months there is a notable increase in the number of patients suffering from kidney stones. Medical facilities report a 30-40 per cent increase in cases. This seasonal surge is significant in the Middle East due to heat and insufficient fluid intake. “Normally during the summer, we see nearly 40 percent more cases of kidney stones,” said Dr Humam Qaraschouli, consultant urologist, Burjeel Royal Hospital, Asharej. According to doctors, middle-aged people, especially those exposed to the sun during outdoor work, are more affected. “Dehydration is a key risk factor among workers for kidney stones. It reduces urine volume…

Pakistan’s jailed former prime minister Imran Khan said on Thursday February’s national election was stolen from his party, describing it as the “biggest robbery of a public mandate”. Khan, speaking in the Supreme Court via video link from Adyala jail in the garrison city of Rawalpindi, said he was being held in solitary confinement. His remarks were the first to be heard in open court since he was jailed in August. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “My party is being victimised. There have been gross human rights violations,” Khan said. “The February…

Sovereign wealth funds from the GCC, including three SWFs of the UAE, are on track to play an increasing role in European and global mergers and acquisitions in the years ahead. Five SWFs from the GCC — Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (Adia), Mubadala and ADQ, Public Investment Fund (PIF) from Saudi Arabia, and Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) – are heavyweights in the top ten players looking to step up their role in overseas M&As, particularly when it comes to capital-intensive projects, says Mergermarket. SWFs from the Middle East have also been taking environmental, social, and governance issues increasingly seriously, so…