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Pixxel and Sarvam Developing Pathfinder, India's First Orbital Data Centre Satellite

Space-tech firm Pixxel and AI company Sarvam are jointly developing Pathfinder, India's first orbital data centre satellite. The satellite belongs to the 200 kg class and is expected to be launched in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2026. Instead of sending all raw data down to the ground for processing, an orbital data centre processes information in space itself.

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Tamil Nadu

TN Elections 2026 Records: Stalin Resigns, TVK's 35% Vote Share Beats MGR's 1977 Debut Mark

After the 2026 results, M.K. Stalin resigned as Chief Minister, sending his resignation to the Governor at Lok Bhavan; by convention he continues as interim CM until a new government takes office. Stalin lost Kolathur, becoming the fourth sitting Tamil Nadu CM to lose an election, after P.S. Kumarasamy Raja (1952), M. Bhakthavatchalam (1967) and Jayalalithaa (1996).

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Tamil Nadu

Governor Dissolves 16th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly with Effect from May 5, 2026

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar dissolved the 16th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly with effect from 5 May 2026, after the results of the 2026 Assembly election were declared. Dissolving the outgoing House is a mandatory step before a new Assembly can be constituted.

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International

World Thalassemia Day 2026: Theme 'Hidden No More' Focuses on Silent Carriers

Understanding Thalassemia: A Global Health Challenge World Thalassemia Day was observed on May 8, 2026, to raise awareness about this inherited blood disorder. Thalassemia is characterized by the body’s inability to produce healthy hemoglobin, leading to chronic anemia and the need for regular blood transfusions.

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International

World Thalassemia Day 2026: Focus on Finding the Undiagnosed

Health Advocacy: 'Hidden No More' Campaign for Thalassemia World Thalassemia Day was observed globally on May 8, 2026. Thalassemia is a chronic genetic blood disorder where the body fails to produce enough hemoglobin, leading to severe anemia and the need for regular blood transfusions. 2026 Highlights: - Theme: “Hidden No More: Finding the Undiagnosed.

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Science & Tech

Evidence of Ancient Permian Wildfires Discovered in Godavari Basin

Geological Discovery: Uncovering Earth's Fiery Past Scientists from the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences (BSIP), Lucknow, have discovered evidence of ancient wildfires, known as palaeofires, in the Godavari Basin. These fires occurred during the Permian Period, approximately 250 million years ago.

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Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Focuses on '5-E' Vision for Urban Development; Update on PM SHRI Scheme

Transforming Urban Tamil Nadu: The 5-E Implementation In May 2026, the Tamil Nadu government intensified its focus on the '5-E' Vision—Ease of Living, Education, Employment, Economy, and Entertainment—to modernize urban infrastructure. This aligns with the recently released Urban Greening Policy 2026, targeting a 15% green cover in all cities.

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Science & Tech

5th BRICS SAI Leaders' Summit 2026: Focus on Urban Mobility and AI in Auditing

Bengaluru Hosts 5th BRICS SAI Summit: Auditing for Ease of Living India hosted the 5th BRICS Supreme Audit Institutions (SAI) Leaders' Summit in Bengaluru on May 8, 2026. Chaired by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, K.

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