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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 [&...
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, […]