CM Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar welcome Shubhanshu Shukla’s return to Earth
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Tuesday congratulated Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and the entire Axiom-4 team on their return to Earth following the successful completion of their mission.
The Dragon spacecraft Grace, carrying Shukla and three other astronauts, splashed down off the coast of San Diego, California, marking the end of a 20-day journey, including 18 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Shubhanshu Shukla on the successful completion of his space journey and safe return to Earth,” Siddaramaiah said on 'X'.
“Through his grit and determination, he has given wings to the dreams of millions. His journey marks a significant step forward in India’s space research. This is a proud moment for the nation. India has crossed a new milestone in space exploration,” wrote Siddaramaiah.
Shivakumar posted a ‘welcome back’ message on his 'X' handle, as well.
“Your safe return marks a proud moment for Indian science and a giant leap in our space journey. Your dedication inspires a generation and strengthens India’s resolve to reach greater heights in space research. With every return, we move closer to our own liftoff!” he said.
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Drug peddler's property worth Rs 1 crore attached in Srinagar
Srinagar (PTI): Property worth Rs 1 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler was on Saturday attached in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar, police said.
A double-storey house on eight marlas of land situated at Wantpora Eidgah, belonging to Basit Bilal Dar, a notorious drug peddler, valued at approximately Rs 1 crore, a police spokesperson said.
He said Dar is involved in two cases registered under various sections of the NDPS Act.
During investigation, it was established that the accused had acquired the said property through illicit proceeds generated from drug trafficking activities, the spokesperson said.
Consequently, the property was attached under the provisions of the NDPS Act. The attachment proceedings were conducted in the presence of the two independent witnesses, strictly in accordance with the prescribed legal procedures, he said.
As per the attachment order, the owner has been restrained from selling, leasing, transferring, altering, or creating any third-party interest in the property till further orders, the spokesperson added.
