The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted the SpaDeX docking experiment, marking a significant advancement in India’s space capabilities. Early on Thursday, January 16, 2025, ISRO joined the ranks of the USA, Russia, and China by mastering the complex technology required for spacecraft docking in orbit.

Launched on December 30, 2024, by the PSLV C60, the two satellites involved in the experiment, SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), reached their designated positions and executed a flawless docking maneuver. This operation was closely monitored by the team at ISRO’s Mission Operations Complex (MOX) at the Telemetry, Tracking, and Command Network (ISTRAC).

Celebrating this achievement, ISRO shared on social media, “Docking Success Spacecraft docking successfully completed! A historic moment. India became the 4th country to achieve successful space docking. Congratulations to the entire team!”

Following the successful docking, ISRO has maintained control over the newly unified satellite structure and plans to conduct undocking and power transfer tests in the forthcoming days. This mission, beyond its immediate success, aims to lay the groundwork for more ambitious endeavors such as manned lunar missions, sample returns from the moon, and potentially an Indian Space Station.

The SpaDeX mission also serves as a demonstration of vital technologies like electrical power transfer between docked spacecraft, which will be crucial for future in-space robotic operations and composite spacecraft management post-undocking.

ISRO stated that the next steps involve validating the docking process through ground simulations and ensuring the mission’s objectives continue smoothly with subsequent experiments planned over the mission’s expected life span of up to two years.

This milestone not only demonstrates ISRO’s growing capabilities in space technology but also promises to bolster India’s position in future international space exploration initiatives.

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially announced the results of the JKP Constable examination for 2024 on their website. Candidates who participated in the written tests can now verify their outcomes by logging in with their credentials on the JKSSB portal.

The exams, aimed to fill approximately 4,002 constable vacancies in the Jammu and Kashmir Police, were conducted on December 1, 8, and 22, 2024. They were carried out in an offline OMR-based format, covering areas such as General Knowledge, Aptitude, and role-specific skills, consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions.

Candidates who have successfully passed the written examination are now eligible to progress to the next phase, which includes the Physical Standard Test (PST) and the Physical Endurance Test (PET). The PST will assess the height and chest measurements of the candidates, followed by the PET, which requires male candidates to complete a 1,600-meter run in 6.5 minutes and female candidates to complete a 1,000-meter run in the same time.

Here are the steps to check the JKP Constable Result 2024:

• Step 1: Visit the official JKSSB website at https://jkssb.nic.in/
• Step 2: Click on the ‘Provisional result Notice regarding Written Examination for the post of Constable (SDRF/IRP/Armed/Executive), Home Department’ link on the homepage.
• Step 3: Access the result PDF directly from the homepage.
• Step 4: Download and save the document for future reference.

Shortlisted candidates are advised to prepare for the physical tests, which are crucial for final selection to the constable posts in the Jammu and Kashmir Police.

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized early this morning after being stabbed multiple times at his Bandra residence in an apparent burglary attempt. The incident occurred around 2 AM at his Satguru Sharan building home, with the actor sustaining six stab wounds, two of which are critically deep, according to Lilavati Hospital officials.

Dr. Niraj Uttamani, Chief Operating Officer at Lilavati Hospital, confirmed that one of the wounds is perilously close to Khan’s spine. “He was rushed to the hospital at 3:30 AM and immediately taken into surgery,” stated Dr. Uttamani. The surgical team, led by neurosurgeon Dr. Nitin Dange, alongside cosmetic surgeon Dr. Leena Jain and anesthesiologist Dr. Nisha Gandhi, worked extensively to address the injuries.

Although the neurosurgery has concluded, plastic surgeons are still repairing the other severe wounds. “Saif is out of danger now, and we expect to provide a more detailed report soon,” added Dr. Uttamani.

An official statement from Mr. Khan’s team shed light on the circumstances surrounding the incident, revealing that the actor was attacked by an intruder during an attempted robbery. The statement also urged the media and fans for patience as it is now a police matter.

Police have launched a full investigation, registering an FIR against the assailant who managed to flee the scene. The Mumbai Crime Branch has taken up a parallel investigation, with seven teams deployed to locate the suspect, including scrutinizing CCTV footage and conducting area searches.

This alarming event has not only shaken the Bollywood community but also highlighted concerns over celebrity safety in the city. More updates are expected as the investigations progress and as Mr. Khan’s condition stabilizes.