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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Stray dog brutally assaulted in Wagholi, in critical condition
The Wagholi police on Saturday filed a cruelty towards animals' case against unidentified person/s for brutally assaulting a stray dog with a sharp object in the Wagholi area. The canine, currently critical, suffered wounds all over its body and even had sharp objects inserted into its private parts. According to the police, the incident occurred at around 6.30 pm on Friday, July 4, at Rohan Abhilasha Society, Wagholi. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC) Padmini Stump, founder of Mission Possible, said, 'The hapless dog is still alive, but its condition is critical. Its multiple wounds have been stitched and medical treatment is being administered to stop the heavy bleeding. Sharp objects were inserted into its private parts, and it was stabbed mercilessly all over its body right from the top of its head. An ice pick may have been used at the bottom to torture it… We have raised numerous such cases in the past. The police should take stern action against the culprits.' The Wagholi police Saturday evening registered the case against unidentified person/s under section 11 (1) (a) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1960 and section 325 (mischief by killing or maiming animals) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), said senior police inspector Yuvraj Hande attached to the Wagholi police station. According to the police, the incident occurred at around 6.30 pm on Friday, July 4, at Rohan Abhilasha Society, Wagholi. Upon returning home, Vinod Walunj, a resident of the society, saw the stray dog lying in a grievously injured state in front of his house. The dog had sustained injuries all over its body. Other society members – Rajesh Pachpor and Bhakti Raghavendra – who were also present at the time, immediately took the injured canine to Get Well Pet Clinic in Wagholi for treatment. Veterinarian Dr Bijaya K Mahapatra administered treatment to the injured dog, and said that the injuries appeared to have been caused by a sharp object. As the clinic did not have the facility to admit the dog, it was taken to the Mission Possible Foundation in the Camp area. The police registered the offence based on Walunj's official complaint. Senior PI Hande confirmed that an FIR has been registered based on the complaint filed by one of the society residents. 'Investigation is underway and we are yet to identify the accused,' he said.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Space Capsule Carrying Ashes Of Over 160 Crashes Into Pacific Ocean
A space capsule carrying the ashes of 166 people crashed into the Pacific Ocean after two successful orbits around the Earth. According to the New York Post, a German startup called The Exploration Company (TEC) launched the Nyx capsule on June 23 as part of the program "Mission Possible". Its cargo included the remains of 166 people, whose ashes were sent into orbit through Celestis, a Texas-based space burial company. However, things didn't go exactly to plan as the capsule encountered an "issue" after its launch and plummeted to Earth, dropping into the Pacific Ocean. In a statement, the company said that the capsule was "launched successfully, powered the payloads nominally in-orbit, stabilized itself after separation with the launcher, re-entered and re-established communication after black out," but then things went off script. As per the New York Post, the company stated that it "lost communication" with the capsule "a few minutes before splash down." It added that it is still "investigating the root cause". "We apologize to all our clients who entrusted us with their payloads," the company said in a statement in the letter. "We all hoped for full success; partial success is often part of the road for those who take risks and push boundaries to change the world positively. I take full responsibility and present my apologies to our customers for not achieving full success," said TEC CEO Helene Huby in a LinkedIn Post. Celestis, a Texas-based space burial company which was part of the mission, stated that this was the first Celestis mission in which ashes were "designed to return from orbit". However, it noted that due to the crash into the Pacific Ocean, the ashes were dispersed at sea. As a result of this, they believe that they would "not be able to recover or return the flight capsules aboard." "Though we currently believe that we cannot return the flight capsules, we hope families will find some peace in knowing their loved ones were part of a historic journey, launched into space, orbited Earth, and are now resting in the vastness of the Pacific, akin to a traditional and honored sea scattering," the company said in a statement, according to People. Notably, ashes weren't the only thing on board the space capsule. Cannabis plant matter and seeds launched as part of a citizen science project called Martian Grow were also on board the capsule, per the outlet.
News18
3 days ago
- Science
- News18
Space Capsule With Cannabis Seeds, Ashes Of 166 People Crashes Into The Ocean
After launch, the capsule entered Earth's orbit and completed two rounds. All instruments worked fine, but contact was lost just minutes before its re-entry into the atmosphere In a tragic turn of events, German aerospace startup The Exploration Company (TEC) has announced the failure of its ambitious Mission Possible. Launched on June 23, the mission aimed to return safely after orbiting the Earth twice with the ashes of 166 people and some hemp seeds. However, the capsule, named Nyx, sank into the Pacific Ocean upon its return to Earth. The mission was designed by Texas-based space burial company Celestis, who envisioned not just sending the ashes into space but bringing them back to Earth as a symbolic gesture. After launch, the capsule successfully reached Earth's orbit and completed two orbits, with all onboard instruments functioning properly. However, contact was lost just minutes before its scheduled re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. It was expected to land safely in the Pacific Ocean, but TEC later confirmed that the capsule had crashed directly into the ocean. No parts or ashes could be recovered. In addition to the human ashes, the capsule contained marijuana seeds as part of the Martian Grow Project, a citizen science mission to explore the feasibility of growing marijuana on Mars. Unfortunately, these seeds are now buried deep in the ocean. Celestis co-founder Charles M. Chafer expressed deep sorrow over the incident, acknowledging the grief of the families involved in the mission. He praised their courage and highlighted the historical significance of their participation. Despite the mission's failure, he said the fact that the ashes of 166 people orbited the Earth remains a respectable achievement. TEC has also recognised the technical shortcomings of the mission but emphasised the valuable lessons learned. The company has committed to launching similar missions in the future, aiming to achieve safe 'return space burials' and chart a new direction in the coming times. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: July 07, 2025, 12:10 IST
Time of India
4 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Planned space farewell ends in deep-sea tragedy as capsule carrying ashes of 166 crashes into Pacific Ocean
What was meant to be a peaceful final journey into space turned into a tragic ending, as a capsule carrying the ashes of 166 people crashed into the Pacific Ocean. The mission, launched by a German startup on June 23, was supposed to offer a unique farewell, sending human remains into orbit. The space capsule, named Nyx, was part of a project called Mission Possible , launched by The Exploration Company (TEC). Along with human ashes, it also carried cannabis seeds as part of a broader experiment. It successfully completed two orbits around the Earth, but things took an unexpected turn when the capsule re-entered the atmosphere and lost communication with the team. Soon after the blackout, it plunged into the Pacific Ocean, taking with it the remains of those who had hoped to rest among the stars. A 'partial success', says company In a post on LinkedIn, TEC described the outcome as a "partial success (partial failure)". They confirmed the capsule launched properly, operated normally in orbit, and even managed to re-establish communication after the blackout during re-entry. But in the final moments, the signal was lost again, just before splashdown. The company is now investigating what went wrong and has promised to share more details soon. They also issued a heartfelt apology: "We apologise to all our clients who entrusted us with their payloads... This partial success reflects both ambition and the inherent risks of innovation." Live Events No recovery possible Celestis, a Texas-based space burial company that partnered in the mission, also issued a statement. They confirmed that the capsule and ashes cannot be recovered, as they are now resting at the bottom of the ocean. Celestis CEO Charles M Chafer acknowledged the emotional weight of the moment, saying: "No technical achievement replaces the profound personal meaning this service holds for our families." Despite the setback, TEC says it is determined to try again. With the lessons learned from this incident, the team is already working towards another launch. Inputs from agencies Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Space burial ends in tragedy: Capsule with ashes of 166 people crashes into Pacific Ocean
A unique space capsule, which was carrying the ashes of 166 people, ended up at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean after orbiting around the Earth. A German startup launched the Nyx capsule on "Mission Possible", carrying the remains of 166 people who wanted to be buried in space along with cannabis seeds. A German startup launched the Nyx capsule on "Mission Possible", carrying the remains of 166 people.(The Exploration Company) However, the capsule completed two orbits after it was launched on June 23 and then plummeted to Earth, dropping into the Pacific Ocean. The Exploration Company (TEC) which created the capsule said that Mission Possible was a "partial success" "Our spacecraft Mission Possible achieved partial success (partial failure). The capsule was launched successfully, powered the payloads nominally in orbit, stabilised itself after separation from the launcher, re-entered and re-established communication after blackout," it said in a LinkedIn post. Take a look at the full post here: However, it said that when the capsule returned to Earth's orbit, it 'lost communication' with the company for 'a few minutes before splash down." The startup said that it was still investigating the "root causes" of the sudden crash and will share more information soon. It did, however, apologise to their clients who trusted them with the remains of their loved ones. "We apologize to all our clients who entrusted us with their payloads. We thank our teams for their hard work and their dedication to success. We have been pushing boundaries in record time and cost. This partial success reflects both ambition and the inherent risks of innovation. Leveraging the technical milestones achieved yesterday and the lessons we will extract from our ongoing investigation, we will then prepare to re-fly as soon as possible," it wrote. The Texas-based space burial company Celestis, which was also part of the mission, stated that they will not be able to recover or return the flight capsules or ashes aboard. "We also recognise that no technical achievement replaces the profound personal meaning this service holds for our families,' Celestis co-founder and CEO Charles M Chafer said.
