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ISRO satellites continue humming despite Y2K fears
Like several other satellite operators, even the Indian Space Research Organisation’s Insat series of satellites continued humming even as the clock moved Planet earth into the new year and millennium on 31 December. The transition took place on 1 January at 5:30 am as the space centre and the satellites work on GMT. Earlier there were fears that satellites would go into a tizzy thanks to the Y2K bug, sending communications and television broadcasts haywire. However, none of this came to pass.
Isro had deployed 100 engineers and scientists on vigil prior to new year’s eve and spent around Rs 20 million in making sure that all software Y2K bugs were ironed out .
The space organisation has meanwhile announced that its long-awaited Insat-3B satellite will finally be launched in March this year. It has signed up with European launch platform Ariannespace for Insat 2B and currently testing of the satellite is on. .
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Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
