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International Women’s Day: Two Women Scientists Take Over PM Modi’s X Account to Share Their Stories

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11 months ago

March 8, 2025

On Saturday, in celebration of International Women’s Day, two remarkable women scientists took control of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s social media accounts to share their achievements and insights with the nation. Earlier, on February 23, PM Modi announced that he would temporarily transfer his social media platforms, including X and Instagram, to a select group of inspiring women on March 8, allowing them to uplift their narratives and experiences.

Elina, an accomplished nuclear scientist from Odisha, and Shilpi, a space scientist from Madhya Pradesh, showcased their work on the Prime Minister’s official X handle.

“Space technology, nuclear technology, and women empowerment… We are Elina Mishra, a nuclear scientist, and Shilpi Soni, a space scientist, excited to lead the PM’s social media for #WomensDay. Our message is clear: India is a thriving hub for science, and we encourage more women to embrace this field,” they shared.

They emphasized the vast opportunities emerging in their respective domains, highlighting that the field of nuclear technology is now more welcoming to women in India than ever. “The growing involvement of women and private enterprises in space innovation makes India an exciting landscape for creativity and advancement. Indian women have the talent, and India provides the perfect platform!” they added.

Elina Mishra spoke about her passion for science, which she attributes to her father’s relentless dedication to research. “My curiosity for science was fostered by my father, my role model, who tirelessly pursued his research. My dream to work in the scientific realm materialized when I joined the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in Mumbai, contributing to areas like electromagnetism and accelerator physics. Witnessing the successful acceleration of a 20 MeV proton beam was a proud moment,” she noted on Modi’s X handle.

She also highlighted contributions made under the Indian Institutes Fermilab Collaboration (IIFC), where they developed indigenous focusing quadrupole magnets and beam steering dipole corrector magnets for the 800 MeV Proton Improvement Plan (PIP-II) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Chicago.

Shilpi Soni from Madhya Pradesh also shared her journey, revealing that her experience at DRDO paved the way for her dream career at ISRO. Over her impressive 24-year career, she’s been involved in the design and development of advanced RF and Microwave technologies for more than 35 communication and navigation missions.

“What I love about ISRO is that it breaks barriers and offers abundant opportunities to tackle complex challenges creatively, making a lasting impact. It’s up to us to seize these opportunities and soar to new heights,” she remarked.

Shilpi expressed pride in their collective achievements, stating, “I’m thrilled to announce that ISRO has successfully indigenized complex space traveling wave tube technology, which only a few countries possess globally. This marks a significant stride for India towards self-reliance in space technology.” Currently, she serves as Associate Project Director for the GSAT-22/23 communication payload designed to meet India’s communication needs.

“I was also fortunate to be part of the ISRO delegation to French Guiana, Kourou, for the GSAT launch. Seeing the spacecraft, which I helped develop, being launched into space was incredibly fulfilling,” Shilpi concluded.

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Three Burned Alive as Car Falls from Bridge in Gujarat’s Rajkot

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2 weeks ago

January 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Gujarat: A tragic accident claimed the lives of three people in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on Monday.A car fell from a bridge and caught fire, killing all occupants on the spot.

The incident occurred on the Gondal–Atkot highway.The car was travelling from Chhota Udepur towards Gondal.

According to reports, the vehicle hit the bridge’s safety barrier.After the collision, the car fell nearly eight feet into a small stream below the bridge.

Soon after the fall, the car caught fire.The occupants were trapped inside the vehicle and were unable to escape.All three were burned alive and died at the scene.

Police and fire personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information.The fire was later brought under control.The bodies were recovered and sent for post-mortem examination.

The exact cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details are awaited.

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Girl Records Reels Inside Jail, Video Sparks Debate

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2 weeks ago

January 30, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bhopal: A young woman has come under public attention after recording reels inside a jail while meeting her boyfriend.

The incident happened at Raipur Central Jail in Chhattisgarh, which is known for high security. Mobile phones are strictly not allowed inside the jail. Despite this rule, the woman carried her phone into the visitor room.

She recorded videos while talking to her boyfriend during the meeting. In the video, she speaks emotionally about visiting him on his birthday. She says she feels sad because she cannot stay with him on his special day.

After the meeting, she uploaded the video on her social media account. The video quickly went viral on different platforms. The inmate seen in the video is identified as Tarakeshwar.

He is currently lodged in Raipur Central Jail. He is an accused in a case under the NDPS Act. The incident has raised serious questions about jail security.

People on social media are criticising jail staff and officials. Many users are asking how a mobile phone was allowed inside the jail.

They are also questioning the checking process at the jail entrance. So far, jail authorities have not given any official reaction.

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MBBS Student Alleges She Was Drugged, Raped by Friend in Delhi Hotel

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4 months ago

October 6, 2025

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: An 18-year-old MBBS student has accused a 20-year-old male friend of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Delhi’s Adarsh Nagar area. The alleged incident took place on September 9, police officials said.

According to the complaint, the accused, who is also a medical student, invited the woman to “Hotel Apple” on the pretext of spending time together. Once there, he allegedly gave her a drink laced with drugs and then raped her.

The survivor told police that the accused recorded obscene videos and took pictures during the assault. He later threatened to make the content viral if she reported the incident.

The woman, a native of Jind in Haryana, is currently staying at the hostel of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College in Rohini, Delhi.

Based on her complaint, police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. A search is underway to locate and arrest the accused, officials added.

In a separate case earlier this month, a school manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 8 student. In February, a tuition teacher in Delhi’s CR Park area was accused of repeatedly raping a 15-year-old student over three years and threatening her with blackmail.