Night-long sky-watch event organised
The Hindu
The Pondicherry Science Forum (PSF) in association with Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF) organised a night-long skywatching programme over the weekend for the astronomy buffs and the general public.
The Pondicherry Science Forum (PSF) in association with Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF) organised a night-long skywatching programme over the weekend for the astronomy buffs and the general public.
A nocturnal gathering of around 50 students, including a group from DeephSthal Open School, scientific outreach outfits and enthusiasts across all walks of life, participated in the programme.
The event was hosted at the Digital Empowerment Foundation workspace in Royapudukuppam village on the outskirts of Auroville.
Osama Manzar, Foundation founder-president, Preeven, Head, Deephsthal Open School gave introductory remarks that was followed by a presentation on skywatching basics by R. Madivanane, president of PSF.
Later, he along with PSF resource persons A. Hemavathi, Murugavel Raja, and Ramesh, who interacted with the participants on astronomical phenomena, myths and pseudoscience around the subject and recent developments in the domain of astronomy.
At around 2 a.m. participants got a telescopic view of celestial objects — moon, Jupiter and its Galilean moons and venus. Resource persons also conducted a hands-on session for identifying constellations and celestial objects in the night sky using AR-based night sky watching mobile apps.
Missionaries from USA, France, and Europe aided in the growth of Madras Presidency, benefiting Tamil Nadu in healthcare and education.
Chennai Metro Rail's TBM Kalvarayan to breakthrough at Perambur in January, connecting Ayanavaram in Phase II project.
Bharatiya Kisan Sangh and Agro Food Trade Centre sign MoU to address farmers' challenges, introduce eSHED platform.
Jharkhand Assembly election results show BJP's "Bangladeshi infiltration" rhetoric failed, with NDA losing ST seats and INDIA bloc gaining.
JMM-led alliance retains Jharkhand Assembly with highest vote share, defeating BJP in a humiliating defeat.
Greater Chennai Corporation celebrates World Heritage Week with guided heritage walk at Ripon Buildings, educating residents on city's history.
MVA critiques BJP-led Mahayuti alliance after unexpected Maharashtra Assembly election results, questioning voter support and electoral integrity.
Mahayuti sweeps Maharashtra Assembly election with BJP as largest party, MVA routed, no Leader of Opposition expected.
Speakers honor S.S. Badrinath's legacy in ophthalmology, emphasizing his commitment to affordable eye care and training doctors nationwide.
Capt. Brijesh Chowta, Dakshina Kannada MP, on Saturday urged Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to facilitate speeding up of ongoing critical infrastructure works in the region, including Mangaluru-Bengaluru NH 75 widening, establishment of Indian Coast Guard Academy, and merger of Konkan Railway Corporation with the Indian Railways.
Prime Minister Modi celebrates BJP's victories in Maharashtra and bypolls, emphasizing unity and development over divisive politics.