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NASA and the Italian Space Agency have successfully received GNSS signals on the Moon for the first time, using the Lunar GNSS Receiver Experiment (LuGRE). This milestone promises enhanced navigation for future lunar and deep-space missions, including Artemis. The ability to utilize GNSS signals for accurate positioning, velocity, and timing on the Moon marks significant progress in space exploration.

Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh, Delhi's health minister and a dental surgeon, discusses the city's healthcare sector and plans for improvement. He aims to enhance infrastructure, reassess mohalla clinics, address corruption in medical supply acquisition, and improve patient care through better facilities. Enrolment for the Ayushman Bharat scheme is expected to begin post-March 17 meeting.

China, Iran, and Russia conducted joint naval drills called Maritime Security Belt 2025 in the Gulf of Oman. These exercises come as tensions over Tehran's nuclear program rise and Houthi rebels in Yemen threaten attacks on shipping. The drills also reflect China's and Russia's strategic interests in the region.

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly approved Rs 7,019.18 crore for key departments, targeting infrastructure expansion, job creation, and industrial growth. Deputy CM Choudhary highlighted initiatives like PMGSY, CRIF projects, startup support, and measures to curb illegal mining. The government aims to augment governance, digital reforms, and modernise vocational training, fostering overall regional economic development.

India's telecom giants Airtel and Jio have teamed up with SpaceX's Starlink to provide satellite internet in remote areas, while Infosys' Narayana Murthy critiques the overuse of AI labels. Significant tech launches and notable corporate moves mark this week's highlights, including Intel's new CEO and Google's advancements in AI robotics.

Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin highlighted the importance of women's empowerment and announced several initiatives aimed at their welfare. These include the establishment of Thozhi hostels in nine districts and the distribution of ID cards to one crore Self-Help Group members across the state.

India's GNSS-based tolling system on national highways will be delayed until the country has a fully functional satellite navigation system with complete coverage. The decision aims to protect citizen privacy and ensure data security, avoiding reliance on foreign navigational systems. Ongoing trials with alternative methods, like multi-lane free flow mechanism, will continue in the meantime.

The article humorously personifies each planet in the solar system, comparing their hypothetical driving behaviors to various problematic road habits. It highlights traits like Mercury’s lane-switching, Venus’s distraction with aesthetics, and Mars’s aggressive tailgating, painting a playful picture of planetary driving chaos.