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SpaceX cancels launch of "Starship V3" rocket due to technical issues

May 22, 2026

Texas [US], May 22: SpaceX on Thursday cancelled the launch of its "Starship" rocket from the US state of Texas seconds before the scheduled liftoff due to technical issues.
The company said it would attempt to launch the rocket again on Friday as part of a key test for the new "V3" design, which underwent extensive redevelopment following a series of failed test missions last year.
The "Starship V3" features updates aimed at supporting rapid launches of Starlink satellites and future NASA missions to the Moon.
Source: Emirates News Agency

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Bisleri International Promotes Responsible Waste Management as Official Hydration Partner of the Purple Umbrella Festival 2026

New Delhi [India], October 13: Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water brand, collaborated with the Purple Umbrella Festival 2026 as its Official Hydration Partner. Held at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, the festival brought together over 1,000 school students, and educators, climate experts, artists and innovators under the theme 'AI & Climate: Reimagining the Future Together.’ The festival forms part of the Purple Umbrella Foundation’s wider mission to empower one million young climate champions. Bisleri’s flagship Bottles for Change initiative played a central role in sensitising young participants on responsible plastic waste management, recycling and circularity.

Oct 13, 2026