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South Korea was set to launch its 5th homegrown military spy satellite from a US space base today, the defence ministry said, aiming to boost its independent surveillance capabilities against North Korea. The synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite is scheduled to lift off around 1 AM Sunday (US time) from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station […]
★Prime Meridian Day, ★1897: Birth of Telugu poet Devulapalli Krishnasastri, ★1915: Birth of top Telugu writer Vattikota Alwar Swamy, ★1973: Birthday of Bollywood film actress Aishwarya Rai, the 1994 Miss World awardee, ★1974: Birth of former cricketer VVS Laxman, ★1986: Birth of Telugu film actress Ileana, and ★Andhra Pradesh Formation Day.
From November 1, new rules on banking and Aadhaar registration will take effect. Aadhaar holders can now update their name, address, or date of birth online from home by paying ₹75. Banks will allow up to four nominees for accounts, lockers, and custody. 1% fee applies to education payments via SBI credit cards and apps […]
Security researchers exposed a major malware campaign on YouTube called the “Ghost Network.” Hackers post fake tutorial videos with links to cracked software. Clicking these links installs malware that steals passwords and login data. Avoid downloading files from video descriptions and ignore fake comments to stay safe from this organized scam.
Asus launched the ROG GR70, its first AMD-powered mini gaming PC. It packs an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor and Nvidia RTX 5070 GPU into a compact 3-litre chassis. Currently launched in China for approx. ₹1.87 lakh, it targets gamers and creators seeking desktop-level performance in a small form factor.
Adobe has launched its next-gen Firefly AI studio, introducing advanced tools for soundtracks, speech, image editing, and video production. Powered by Firefly Image Model 5 and partner AI models from Google, OpenAI, and ElevenLabs, the suite lets users create content using natural-language prompts. Public betas are now available, with select tools rolling out soon.
Homi Jehangir Bhabha, known as the father of nuclear physics, was a visionary scientist who laid the foundation for India’s nuclear program. Born on Oct 30, 1909, he established the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research and the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre. His pioneering work positioned India as global force in atomic energy.
China’s manned space station spokesman Jingbo announced that the country is preparing to land astronauts on the Moon by 2030. He stated that China aims to lead global space exploration with this ambitious mission. Jingbo also revealed that the team of astronauts selected for the lunar mission will be announced soon.
★World Audio Drama Day, ★1883: Death of Swami Dayananda Saraswati, founder of Arya Samaj, ★1909: Birth of nuclear scientist Homi Jehangir Baba, the father of nuclear physics in India, ★1938: Birth of spiritual guru Ekkirala Bharadwaj, ★1987: Birth of singer and music director Ram Miriyala, and ★1998: Birth of young Bollywood actress Ananya Pandey.
New rules for banking and Aadhaar registration will come into effect from November 1. The Central govt will allow Aadhaar updates via mobile for a fee of Rs. 75. Account holders can now nominate up to four individuals for bank accounts, lockers, and safe custody, enhancing security in managing financial assets.
IKEA has launched a unique “mini bed” for smartphones to promote digital wellness and improve sleep quality. The mini bed activates “Do Not Disturb” mode using an NFC chip and doubles as a charging station. As part of its “7-Night Challenge,” IKEA offers shopping vouchers to users who successfully let their phones “rest.”
Samsung has introduced a Digital Car Key feature for Mahindra electric SUVs, allowing Galaxy smartphone users to lock, unlock, and start their cars via Samsung Wallet. The feature, debuting on Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6 models, also lets users share digital keys securely with family or friends, eliminating physical keys entirely.
Cameo, the celebrity video platform, sued OpenAI in a California federal court on Tuesday. The company claims OpenAI’s new “Cameo” feature in its Sora app infringes on its trademark. Cameo argues that the feature, which lets users create and share virtual likenesses, could confuse consumers and weaken its brand reputation.
Microsoft and OpenAI announced a major overhaul of their AI partnership, giving both companies more independence while continuing close collaboration. Microsoft will hold about 27 percent of the restructured OpenAI, valuing its stake at roughly $135 billion. OpenAI is also transitioning to a public benefit corporation structure, confirmed by the company.
The OnePlus 15 launches with a new square camera design. It features a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a 165Hz display. A massive 7300mAh battery supports 120W fast charging. The phone emphasizes gaming with a high frame rate and advanced cooling. Prices start at approximately CNY 3,999 (around ₹50,000).