NASA Detects Aircraft-sized Asteroid: A Roundup of Today’s Significant Developments
On a day brimming with noteworthy developments, all eyes are on NASA’s detection of an asteroid, roughly the size of an aircraft, hurtling towards Earth at a speed of 30,606 kmph. This revelation comes from the Asteroid Watch dashboard, a tool designed to track asteroids and comets making relatively close approaches to Earth.
Unveiling the Threat from Above
The dashboard not only presents the date of closest approach, but also gives an approximate object diameter, relative size, and distance from Earth for each encounter. It further clarifies that an object larger than about 150 meters, capable of coming within a distance of 4.6 million miles from Earth, is classified as a potentially hazardous object.
Other Significant Headlines
Aside from the looming asteroid, a host of other significant events have made the news today. Chief Minister Shinde has announced that the first phase of the Mumbai Coastal Road is scheduled to be operational by May. In sports, the Kolkata Knight Riders have set up a football training program targeted at transforming the lives of girls from rural Bengal. The second One Day International (ODI) cricket match between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe might experience disruptions due to anticipated rain.
In the world of entertainment, the much-loved series ‘Aarya’ featuring Sushmita Sen is set to conclude on a specified date. High-end car enthusiasts have something to look forward to as well, with the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLS SUV poised for launch in India, carrying a price tag of Rs 1.32 crore. Meanwhile, the second allotment list for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2024 has been released, marking a significant moment in India’s education sector.
Lily Gladstone has made history by clinching the Golden Globe for Best Actress, becoming the first Indigenous person to receive this honor. In political developments, the stability of Pakistan’s government is being questioned as a Senate resolution hints at a potential delay in the 2024 elections. A singer from Kerala has also made headlines by setting a world record for singing in 140 languages.
Finally, technology enthusiasts have been served a platter of reviews and buying guides, including an overview of the Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 laptop and insights into investing in refurbished devices. The launch date and specifications for the OnePlus 12 5G and 12R 5G have been confirmed, while the Maldives government is reportedly taking steps to tackle a crisis by suspending three ministers.
