Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has launched a major crackdown on spam calls and text messages. TRAI Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti announced that numbers involved in sending spam will be disconnected, and related entities blacklisted. In the past three months, 18 lakh numbers have been disconnected, and over 800 entities blacklisted, addressing the growing […]
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is offering $110 million in free credits to researchers using its custom AI chips, Trainium, to compete with Nvidia. The initiative aims to provide access to 40,000 Trainium chips for AI model development, with participants from Carnegie Mellon and UC Berkeley. AWS plans to allow direct programming of the chips, contrasting […]
Meta will offer Instagram and Facebook users in Europe the option to receive “less personalized ads” to address EU regulatory concerns. The new model allows ads based on session content, age, gender, and location. Meta will also reduce ad-free subscription prices by 40%. This move comes as European regulators push for greater Big Tech oversight […]
As the wedding season peaks, many people are receiving invitations via WhatsApp. But, this trend caught the attention of cybercriminals. A harmless-looking wedding invitation could be the gateway to a serious cyber attack. When people download these wedding invitations, their phones are infected with malware that allows cybercriminals to gain full access to their devices.
DRDO successfully tested the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile off Odisha’s Chandipur. Launched from a mobile articulated launcher, the missile met all mission objectives, demonstrating advanced navigation and maneuverability. Developed by DRDO’s Aeronautical Development Establishment with industry support, it can be launched from land or ships, marking a significant defence mil...
A new study by Cambridge and Oxford researchers found that brainstem damage is responsible for long-lasting physical and psychiatric effects in severe COVID-19 cases, including fatigue, breathlessness, and anxiety. Using ultra-high-resolution scans, they observed neuroinflammatory damage in brainstem regions. These findings may also aid in understanding conditions like multiple sclerosis.
In Jaipur, Rajasthan, bulletproof vehicles for India’s top leaders, including the PM and CM, are crafted to withstand AK-47 bullets. Manufactured by a local company, these 360-degree bulletproof vehicles and specialized warship glass are also exported worldwide, including to countries like Canada and Israel. The initiative highlights India’s growing focus on domestic defense manufac...
➢National Education Day, ➢1918: World War I ends, ➢1675: Guru Govinda Singh became a priest, ➢1918: Birth of Krishna Kumar Birla, Head of the Birla groups, ➢ Birthday of Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa, ➢1888: Birth of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Union Education Minister, ➢1970: Death of Padma Bhushan Madapati Hanumantha Rao, and ➢2023: […]
Economists Rutger Schilpzand and Jeroen Smits have introduced the concept of ‘domestic transition’ to measure a country’s development, focusing on household items like refrigerators, televisions, and washing machines. Their study, published in the ‘Journal of International Development’, argues that material wealth provides a fuller picture of development than just ...
Pros: It offers stunning aerial views, especially over coastal areas and islands. It is ideal for destinations with limited or no road connectivity. It reduces travel time, for short, congested routes.Cons: Flights can be delayed or canceled due to adverse weather conditions. Typically more costly than other forms of travel, and fewer passengers per flight, […]
In Zimbabwe, users are required to obtain an admin license to create a WhatsApp group, unlike in India where it is free. The license costs 50 dollars (approximately Rs. 4,200), which must be paid to the Zimbabwean government. Zimbabwean Minister Tatenda Mawetera explained that this new rule was introduced to curb the spread of false […]
To keep your Android device clutter-free and secure, regularly remove unused apps. Start by opening Settings > Apps > Unused Apps, where you’ll see apps you haven’t used in 3–6 months. Tap the trash icon next to each app to delete it. This simple process helps free up storage, reduce security risks, and improve device […]
Russia successfully launched a record-setting 53 satellites into space on November 4. This is a major milestone in satellite deployment history. This launch was managed by Russian space agency Roscosmos. The satellites included a combination of domestic and international satellites. Roscosmos successfully sent all 53 satellites to their designated orbits successfully with a Soyuz-2.1b rocket.
A study in “The International Journal of Astrobiology” proposes using asteroids to meet astronauts’ nutritional needs on long missions by converting carbon from space rocks into edible food. This approach could address food limitations, as research on the asteroid Bennu suggests its carbon could sustain astronauts for up to 600 years, pending extensive toxicity testing […]
Archaeologists in northern Poland have uncovered the remains of a young woman, buried with a sickle across her neck and a padlock on her toe. The unusual burial customs suggest beliefs in supernatural protection. Forensic artist Oscar Nilsson recently recreated her facial features, adding emotional depth to the 3D model, according to experts.