Evening news wrap: India launches its heaviest satellite; PM takes ‘gunpoint’ jab at oppn bloc in Bihar, and more

India’s space ambitions soared with ISRO’s successful launch of its heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03. Meanwhile, political discourse heated up as PM Modi targeted the INDIA bloc in Bihar rallies, while Rahul Gandhi countered with accusations against the Prime Minister. In sports, Indian openers set a new record in the Women’s World Cup final.

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‘Enraged’ Kash Patel ‘fires’ official who supervised FBI’s aviation units amid row over his visit to girlfriend

FBI Director Kash Patel reportedly became enraged after a supervisor of the agency’s aviation units, Steven Palmer, was allegedly told to resign due to controversy surrounding Patel’s personal travel. The controversy stemmed from Patel’s use of an agency jet to attend his girlfriend’s performance, a trip questioned by a former FBI agent.

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Living library at Meghalaya’s Raibah aims to revive indigenous wisdom verbally

A new ‘living library’ has opened in Raibah village, Meghalaya, aiming to revive indigenous knowledge and environmental awareness. Spearheaded by academic and cultural collaborators, the initiative uses oral traditions, performances, and community learning to connect generations. The inauguration featured storytelling, drama, and musical performances celebrating local heritage and ecological wisdom.

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LVM3-M5 mission successfully launches CMS-03 satellite

ISRO successfully launched CMS-03, its heaviest communication satellite, using the LVM3-M5 rocket from Sriharikota. The mission marked the fifth operational flight for the LVM3 vehicle, placing the 4410-kg satellite into a Geo-synchronous Transfer Orbit. This multi-band satellite will provide crucial communication services over oceanic regions and the Indian landmass for both civil and strategic purposes.

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Another big win for Isro’s ‘Bahubali’: India places its heaviest satellite in orbit

ISRO successfully launched CMS-03, its heaviest communication satellite, using the LVM3-M5 rocket from Sriharikota. The mission marked the fifth operational flight for the LVM3 vehicle, placing the 4410-kg satellite into a Geo-synchronous Transfer Orbit. This multi-band satellite will provide crucial communication services over oceanic regions and the Indian landmass for both civil and strategic purposes.

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Anurag Kashyap opens up about dealing with frustration while working with a superstar’s team, says ‘I left the film’

Anurag Kashyap criticizes rising filmmaking costs, citing excessive actor entourages and management layers. He shared how celebrity vanity setups escalate expenses. Kashyap recounted a frustrating incident where bureaucracy replaced direct collaboration, leading him to leave a project, emphasizing the industry’s growing focus on unnecessary expenditures and formalities.

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