Day: 30 June 2026

The President of India conferred a total of 105 distinguished service awards to personnel of the Armed Forces during the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-II) held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.   The honours included 07 Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals (SYSM), 30 Param Vishisht Seva Medals (PVSM), 12 Uttam Yudh Seva Medals (UYSM) and 56 Ati Vishisht Seva Medals (AVSM). These prestigious awards recognise exceptional leadership, distinguished service of the highest order, and outstanding devotion to duty by personnel of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force, both in peace…

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Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in electrolyte engineering, paving the way for more durable, safer, and cost-effective aqueous batteries. The innovation focuses on optimizing the electrolyte—the medium that transports ions between a battery’s electrodes—to improve battery performance, lifespan, and energy efficiency.   Aqueous batteries, which use water-based electrolytes instead of flammable organic solvents, are considered a promising alternative for large-scale energy storage due to their enhanced safety, environmental friendliness, and lower costs. However, their widespread adoption has been limited by challenges such as reduced operating voltage and shorter cycle…

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# Court restrains Karnataka resident from entering family's property after alleged threats linked to business rivalry  The Munsiff Court in Sulthan Bathery , Wayanad has granted an interim injunction restraining a Karnataka resident from entering the residence of a local family following allegations of criminal trespass, intimidation and threats arising from an alleged business dispute. The order was passed in favour of Shymol Jose, a resident of Manichera, Poomala, who approached the court seeking protection for her family, including an Six-month-old infant. According to the petition, the dispute is linked…

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