Sept 16: Around the world, hundreds of atomic clocks are continuously compared to establish the International Atomic Time (TAI). In Germany, the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) contributes with two of the world’s leading caesium fountain clocks. Keeping these running, however, depends on sophisticated technology to cool down clouds of atoms with lasers to a few microkelvin and perform Ramsey spectroscopy. AWG cards by Spectrum Instrumentation…
Vijay’s London interaction with Tamil diaspora cancelled over public safety concerns
London, Sept. 16: A planned interaction between Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and members of the Tamil community in London has been cancelled following concerns raised by local law enforcement over public safety. Representational Image The IT Wing of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) announced the cancellation in a post on X, citing public safety norms and a request from the London Metropolitan…
Nita Ambani wears a first-of-its-kind Advaya Kanjivaram for Ganesh Chaturthi
The pure silk and real zari sari reimagines the traditional Korvai technique as an all-over brocade, an innovation conceived by Advaya’s principal designer K.H. Radharaman. For the Ambani family’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, Mrs Nita Ambani chose Advaya’s signature brocade Kanjivaram sari, a striking expression of the label’s approach to textile innovation. Handwoven in pure silk with real zari, the sari combines the Rangkat and Korvai techniques in an…
Bhubaneswar airport to roll out Yatri Seva Abhiyan 2026 from September 17
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 16 (UDN): Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar is set to observe ‘Yatri Seva Abhiyan-2026’ from September 17 to October 10 as part of the nationwide passenger-service initiative of the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Representational Image The campaign is aimed at enhancing passenger convenience and service standards, with particular emphasis on safety, cleanliness, courteous assistance and an improved airport experience. Launch programme…
BMC drainage master plan proposes major widening of Bhubaneswar drains to curb flooding
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 16 (UDN): Major drainage channels in Bhubaneswar could be widened to as much as 40 metres under a proposed comprehensive drainage master plan aimed at improving the city’s rainwater-carrying capacity and reducing recurring waterlogging and urban flooding. Representational Image The draft plan, prepared for the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), was unveiled at a civic body meeting. City Engineer Prafulla Raito said the plan…
Dollar BigBoss Extends Association With Superstar Mahesh Babu For The South Indian Market
Kolkata, 16th September, 2026: Dollar Industries Limited, the leading brand in India’s hosiery industry, has extended their association with superstar, Mr Mahesh Babu, as the Brand ambassador of Dollar BigBoss for the South India markets. “Since the introduction of Dollar’s range of products in the South Indian market in 2024, we have seen significant demand and growth across all our product categories. Our association with Superstar,…
Chandaka blast kills man, younger brother critically injured
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 16 (UDN): A man was killed and his younger brother critically injured after an explosive device went off in Mahul village under Chandaka police station limits on Wednesday. The deceased has been identified as Mohan Padhi, while his younger brother Madan Padhi sustained serious injuries in the explosion. Explosion during alleged handling of bomb According to preliminary reports, the brothers were allegedly involved…
Truck driver killed in NH-16 crash near Soro in Balasore
Balasore, Sept. 16 (UDN): A truck driver was killed after a vegetable-laden truck met with an accident on National Highway-16 under Soro police station limits in Balasore district on Wednesday morning. According to preliminary reports, the truck was carrying vegetables from West Bengal to Cuttack when it was allegedly struck by an unidentified vehicle travelling from the opposite direction. Driver trapped inside mangled cabin The…
Pigeon carrying coded metal ring sparks curiosity in Mayurbhanj village
Mayurbhanj, Sept. 16: A pigeon carrying a metal ring inscribed with markings that appear to include a reference to Bangladesh has triggered curiosity among residents of Kashipada village in Mayurbhanj district. The bird was reportedly spotted near the residence of Harish Chandra Puhan on Tuesday afternoon, with a blue-coloured metal ring attached to one of its legs. Ring bears coded markings According to local sources,…
Microwave Factory and Rohde & Schwarz enable automated SAR measurements with CMX500 support in MATEOS
Microwave Factory has added support for the CMX500 5G one-box signaling tester from Rohde & Schwarz to its MATEOS SAR measurement software. The setup combines the CMX500 with SPEAG’s cSAR3D vector array system and enables automated SAR measurements for 5G NR standalone (SA), 5G non-standalone (NSA) and LTE devices through one software interface. Microwave Factory (MWF) and Rohde & Schwarz have collaborated to enable fast…