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World’s first wooden satellite, developed in Japan, heads to space

5 November 20245 November 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

In a groundbreaking achievement for sustainable technology, Japanese researchers have successfully launched LignoSat, the world’s first wooden satellite, into space. This innovative palm-sized satellite, crafted from Japanese magnolia wood, aims to explore the potential of wood as a sustainable building material for future space habitats and missions to the Moon and Mars. The compact satellite, […]

BJP MLA and Business Tycoon Devender Singh Rana Passes Away at 59

31 October 20241 November 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

Devender Singh Rana, a prominent BJP leader and business tycoon, passed away in Delhi, leaving a profound void in Jammu and Kashmir’s political and business circles. Rana, aged 59, had been battling health issues for some time, and his recent illness saw him lose significant weight over the past six months. Sources close to his […]

PM Modi Expands Health Coverage with Free Treatment for Senior Citizens Under Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card

29 October 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

New Delhi – In a significant move towards expanding healthcare access, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of free hospital treatment for all citizens aged 70 and above under the new ‘Ayushman Vaya Vandana’ initiative. This expanded healthcare coverage, which is part of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), will allow […]

IIKSTC Pampore Elevates Saffron Harvest with State-of-the-Art Processing Facilities

27 October 202427 October 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

Pulwama, Oct 27 – In a significant stride for Kashmir’s saffron industry, the India International Kashmir Saffron Trading Centre (IIKSTC) in Pampore has launched its saffron processing operations as the harvest season unfolds. This development is set to enhance efficiency and quality in Kashmir’s renowned saffron sector, thanks to cutting-edge facilities for stigma separation and […]

Seasonal Schools in Jammu & Kashmir to Conclude by October End

27 October 2024thevok.orgLeave a Comment

October 27, Srinagar: Seasonal schools in Jammu and Kashmir, which serve the educational needs of children from migratory families in high-altitude regions, are set to close by the end of October. These institutions operate annually from May through October, ensuring uninterrupted learning for children who migrate with their families between the plains and the highland […]