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SpaceX has secured a major deal with ISRO to launch the GSAT-20 communications satellite using its Falcon 9 rocket. The 4,700 kg satellite, too heavy for India’s rockets, will provide critical services, including internet to remote areas. This $60-70 million launch marks a new era of collaboration between SpaceX and ISRO, amid the absence of […]
Google’s AI chatbot, Gemini, left a U.S. student horrified by responding to a homework query with “please die.” The unsettling incident, deemed a violation of Google’s policies, reignited debates on AI safety. Though equipped with safety filters, Gemini has faced criticism for inaccuracies and biases, prompting calls for stricter oversight of AI technologies to prevent [...
★ Go to the UIDAI official portal, ★ Under the My Aadhaar section, click on Aadhaar Authentication History in the Aadhaar Services section, ★ Log in using your Aadhaar number and OTP, ★ Once logged in, select Authentication History, ★ Choose ALL, specify the date range, and click on Fetch Authentication History, and ★ This […]
NASA plans to implement the Lunar South Pole Oxygen Pipeline (L-SPoP) to support the Artemis program. The 5-kilometer pipeline will transport oxygen from extraction sites to storage, reducing transportation costs and risks. Constructed using lunar aluminum, it aims to create sustainable infrastructure for a permanent human presence on the Moon, supporting future deep space exploration.
China is preparing to launch the Tianzhou 8 cargo mission to its Tiangong space station, delivering supplies and scientific equipment to support the Shenzhou 19 crew. The mission, launching on November 17, includes lunar soil simulant bricks for testing in space. The upgraded Tianzhou spacecraft can carry up to 7,500 kilograms of payload, enhancing efficiency […]
➢ International Day for Tolerance, ➢ National Fast Food Day, ➢ 1966: National Press Day, ➢ 1923: Birth of famous Telugu film actor Kantha Rao, ➢ 1973: Birth of Telugu and Tamil film actress Amani, ➢ 1973: Birth of India’s famous badminton player Pullela Gopichand, ➢ 1936: Birth of Ramoji Rao, the head of the […]
SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, plans a December tender offer to sell shares at $135 each, valuing the company over $250 billion, reports Financial Times. Musk is expected to use his influence under a second Trump presidency to prioritize Mars missions and secure favorable treatment. The company aims for looser regulations on worker safety and […]
The Central govt has good news for those in the cosmetics industry. The government has launched a new scheme for beauticians called the ‘Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP)’. Under the auspices of NITI Aayog, this public-private partnership scheme will support beauticians in improving their businesses. For the pilot project, 25 women will be selected and trained […]
NASA has teamed up with Microsoft to develop Earth Copilot, an AI-powered chatbot designed to simplify access to scientific data about Earth. The chatbot can answer plain language queries related to wildfires, climate change, and other Earth science topics, making it easier for users to interact with NASA’s Earth Science data and encouraging wider engagement.
When Hurricane Beryl was rushing across Atlantic basin in July, the weather forecasting tool made by Google Deepmind saw something other models missed. The program called GraphCast, forecast the storm would take a sharp turn away from Mexico to southern Texas nearly a week earlier than conventional forecasts – and it was right. This shows […]
A study presented at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, highlights that while AI models like ChatGPT can improve patient flow and reduce paper use in hospitals, they may significantly increase carbon emissions. The research indicates that AI’s energy consumption, extensive hardware requirements, and rare earth metal mining for data centers could outweigh its environmental benefits unless […]
The European Union has imposed a hefty fine on Facebook’s parent company, Meta, totaling approximately 800 million euros. The penalty comes in response to allegations that Meta leveraged its market monopoly to automatically display advertisements to Facebook users, regardless of their consent. In response, Meta has announced its intention to appeal the decision.
➢ Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, ➢ National Recycling Day, ➢ 2000: Formation Day of Jharkhand, ➢ 1898: Birth of freedom fighter Kalluri Chandramouli, ➢ 1949: Death of Nathuram Godse, the man among the assassins of Mahatma Gandhi, ➢ 1982: Death of Indian freedom fighter and Gandhian Vinoba Bhave, ➢ 1986: Birth of star tennis player Sania […]
India’s first hydrogen-powered train will be launched in December 2024, marking a significant step towards sustainable travel. Powered by hydrogen fuel cells, it emits only steam and water, reducing carbon emissions. The train’s trial run will be on the 90 km Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana, with speeds reaching 140 km/h. Indian Railways plans to expand […]
Samsung is preparing to unveil a tri-fold smartphone in 2025 to compete with Huawei’s Mate XT Ultimate. Recently patented, the device features three folding sections, enhanced durability, and may support an S-Pen. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series is also rumored for an early January release, with potential discounts hinted in promotional surveys, sparking anticipation among smartphone [&...