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Vietnam has voiced its disapproval of China’s recent official map, stating that it encroaches on Vietnam’s control of the Spratly and Paracel Islands and its waters. This objection was communicated through a statement on Vietnam’s government news website. This underscores the ongoing disagreements in the South China Sea, where various countries, including Vietnam and China, claim ownership of these disputed islands. These territorial disputes have caused diplomatic tensions in the region for a while and are closely watched for any potential escalation.

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This 1.5 crore rupee car is not a car

Saaneya Khanna

India is a big market for two-wheeler manufacturers, with a growing demand for high-performance motorcycles and scooters. Many manufacturers are producing motorcycles with unconventional designs to cater to this demand. One such manufacturer is Polaris, a US-based company known for making ATVs, which has developed a unique three-wheeled motorcycle called the Slingshot.

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Audi cars to get costlier in India from this date, know why?

Saaneya Khanna

Audi, the German luxury carmaker, has announced that it will raise prices across the board by up to 2.4% next month. This means that starting in September, the entire Audi lineup will cost at least Rs 84,000 more. According to the company, the price increase is due to rising input and supply chain costs. The new prices will be implemented on September 20.

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DJ Snake announces six city tours in India, including Delhi, Pune and others

Saaneya Khanna

DJ Snake, aka William Grigahcine, a French EDM artist, has always expressed a desire to perform in India. According to Rolling Stone, the singer has announced a six-city tour in November as part of the concert series Sunburn Arena. DJ Snake will perform in India from November 18 to November 27, according to the music website.

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India’s first electric double-decker bus launched in Mumbai: All you need to know

Saaneya Khanna

Mumbaikars will soon be able to ride on the double-decker bus, which was unveiled today, in what will be a nostalgic rebirth. However, in light of the changing times and growing concern about global warming, the double-decker bus will be powered by electricity rather than diesel this time. Let’s find out more about it.

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Indian Medal Winners in Commonwealth Games so far.

Saaneya Khanna

Birmingham, England, is currently hosting the Commonwealth Games 2022. The Indian team has already collected 18 medals, including five gold, six silver, and seven bronze. This is a proud moment for all Indians! Let’s take a quick look at all of the medals won by for at the 2022 CWG.

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What is a dwarf galaxy? What did Indian astrophysicists find out about its origins?

Saaneya Khanna

Several long-standing mysteries about the universe are being solved as science advances. One such recent puzzle, why dwarf galaxies have active star formations, has been solved by a team led by Indian astrophysicists. Let’s find out what that discovery is!

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India May Soon Introduce Sky Buses On Select Routes.

Saaneya Khanna

As union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari sees it as a way to reduce traffic and pollution in the nation’s capital and neighbouring states, India may soon get its first Skybus on select stretches of Delhi and Haryana. Gadkari stated at a Boston Consulting Group (BCG) event that the climate agenda is the government’s top priority because economic growth with pollution is not a good strategy, and he plans to introduce sky buses on select stretches.

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Monkeypox arrives in India. How to take precautions against it

Saaneya Khanna

Monkeypox (MPX) is a viral disease with symptoms similar to smallpox. It leads to rash and flu-like symptoms. It is rare. But the number of cases is increasing in Africa, as well as in regions that haven’t seen these infections before. In Africa, most cases are among children under 15 years old. 2022 brought outbreaks to regions outside of Africa, including Europe, the Americas, India and Australia.

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World Population Day: India is expected to surpass China as the most populous country in 2023

Saaneya Khanna

World Population Day established by the then-Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme in 1989 was first observed on 11 July 1987. It was observed to pay attention to the urgency and importance of population issues including relations to the environment and development. On this day, the UN Population Division collaborates closely with the agencies, funds, programmes and bodies of the United Nations system to take decisions about population estimates and projections, and information and analyses on population and development issues. However, the UN states that India is expected to surpass China as the most populous country in 2023.

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