ISRO completes 1,000-hour life test on Stationary Plasma Thruster, set to replace chemical propulsion in future satellites

Noting that these thrusters use Xenon as the propellant, the ISRO said the Specific Impulse of the Electric Propulsion System, which is a major performance indicator of a space propulsion system, is at least 6 times that of the conventional propulsion system.

“We refuse to die”: Palestinians protest against Hamas in rare public show of dissent in Gaza

People in Gaza held signs saying “Stop the war”, “We refuse to die”, and “The blood of our children is not cheap”. Some could be heard chanting: “Hamas out!” Other videos appeared to show Hamas supporters dispersing the crowds.

Kerala’s female bouncers: Rising stars in a male-dominated profession

Bouncers are professional security personnel deployed to manage crowds during mass events, escort celebrities, provide personal security to those facing threats, handle party spoilers during DJ parties, and deal with troublemakers at pubs and bars.

Writer Kamaladevi Aravindan among six inducted into Singapore Women’s Hall of Fame

Initiated by the Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO), which marks its 45th anniversary this year, the Women’s Hall of Fame celebrates progress in gender equality and recognises inductees’ contributions to Singapore’s history, society, and progress.

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