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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for the launch of its meteorological satellite INSAT-3DS on February 17, aiming to bolster meteorological observations and improve weather forecasting and disaster warning capabilities.

In the dynamic landscape of Indian entrepreneurship, a new luminary has emerged, challenging conventional notions of success and rewriting the narrative of achievement at an incredibly young age. At 27, Pearl Kapur has etched his name in entrepreneurial history as India's youngest billionaire, thanks to the meteoric rise of his startup, Zyber 365.

Anupam Mittal, the CEO of Shaadi.com and a judge on Shark Tank India, recently took to social media to express his frustration with IndiGo Airlines, accusing the carrier of providing "inhumane" treatment to passengers due to significant flight delays. Mittal's criticism comes amid a surge in passenger complaints and public outcry against the budget airline.

Industrialist Gautam Adani has once again achieved the remarkable feat of surpassing the $100 billion mark in personal wealth, a significant milestone coming just a year after his conglomerate, the Adani Group, faced a severe downturn in share prices following allegations of market manipulation by Hindenburg Research. Today, Gautam Adani stands as the 12th richest person globally, boasting a net worth of $101 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

In a recent revelation by Info Edge founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani, the remarkable journey of CRED's Kunal Shah from humble beginnings to entrepreneurial success has captured widespread admiration and inspiration.

DBS Group Holdings Limited, Singapore's largest bank, faced a setback in its fourth-quarter profit, falling short of analyst predictions, amidst pressures on margins. The notable decline in profitability has led to significant adjustments in Chief Executive Officer Piyush Gupta's compensation, attributed to the digital banking disruptions experienced last year.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Goa's rich cultural tapestry and communal harmony during his visit to the state on Tuesday, describing it as a "perfect example of Ek Bharat, Shreshth Bharat". Addressing a gathering at the 'Viksit Bharat, Viksit Goa 2047' programme, Modi emphasized Goa's social diversity, where people from various communities and faiths coexist peacefully.

In a chilling demonstration of the capabilities of deepfake technology, a multinational company in Hong Kong has fallen prey to a sophisticated scam amounting to a staggering $25.6 million (over ₹200 crore). Hong Kong police have revealed that the perpetrators orchestrated the entire fraud through the ingenious manipulation of video conferencing, utilizing deepfake technology to create convincing replicas of company personnel.

In a significant move, the Telangana government has received approval from the state cabinet to transition from 'TS' to 'TG' as the official abbreviation on vehicle registration number plates, according to reports from PTI. Additionally, the cabinet has endorsed the adoption of 'Jaya Jaya He Telangana,' a renowned composition by poet Ande Sri, as the official state song.

In a recent report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), allegations have surfaced regarding Elon Musk's purported use of "illegal drugs," known to certain serving and former directors of Tesla and SpaceX. Despite concerns among some board members, the report claims that there has been no public action or initiation of an investigation into the matter. This revelation comes a month after the WSJ disclosed Musk's use of several drugs, some of which are banned in the US.