India recently earned its first-ever Gold medal at the World Archery Championship, thanks to a stunning performance by the women’s compound team. The team, consisting of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Parneet Kaur, and Aditi Gopichand Swami, clinched the prestigious award under immense pressure. Notably, Aditi Gopichand Swami became the youngest senior world champion at the mere age of 17. This article will explore their astounding victory, delve into the discovery of an ancient colossal whale species, examine the progress of India’s third lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3 and celebrate the significance of National Handloom Day.
India’s Maiden Victory at World Archery Championship
World Archery is the international regulatory body for the Olympic and Paralympic sport of archery, initiated in 1931. Headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, this organization works tirelessly to promote archery worldwide. Indian women’s compound team etched history by achieving the first gold for India at the World Archery Championship held in Berlin.
Ancient Whale Redefining Marine Giants: Perucetus Colossus
The colossal whale from Peru, named Perucetus colossus, has radically altered our understanding of marine giants. Recent findings published in Nature detail this creature’s astounding characteristics, contributing substantially to our knowledge of marine mammal gigantism. The partial skeleton of P. colossus, estimated to be around 39 million years old, was discovered in Southern Peru. It beat the blue whale in weight despite being shorter, marking a new level of bone mass increase and suggesting that marine mammal gigantism might have originated earlier than previously thought.
The Journey of Chandrayaan-3 to Lunar Orbit
India’s ambitious lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, entered the lunar orbit after 23 days of departure from Earth. This mission, which took off from the Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota on July 14, 2023, at 2:35 pm, marks India’s third lunar expedition and second attempt at a soft moon landing. The spacecraft follows various trajectories en route to the moon, including lunar orbit, translunar, and Earth orbit.
Celebrating the Artistry of Weaving on National Handloom Day
National Handloom Day, observed every year on August 7, is a tribute to the artistry and skills of the weaving community. First celebrated in 2015, this day is a testament to indigenous industries, particularly the handloom sector, aligning with the objectives of the Swadeshi Movement launched on August 7, 1905. The theme for National Handloom Day 2023, “Handlooms for Sustainable Fashion”, drives home the focus on sustainability in the fashion industry.
