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The first full moon of 2026, the Wolf Supermoon, will appear larger and brighter on January 3 as it reaches perigee, roughly 362,000 km from Earth. Visible across India after sunset, it offers striking views near Jupiter. This rare celestial event, boosted by Earth’s proximity to the Sun, is best seen with the naked eye.
Oppo Reno 15, OnePlus 15R, and Vivo X200 FE compete in price, display, battery, and camera. OnePlus 15R leads in performance, Vivo X200 FE in telephoto photography, Oppo Reno 15 is more affordable. Users can choose based on priorities: processor, display quality, camera versatility, or value for money.
Samsung has announced the global launch of the Freestyle+, an AI-powered portable projector revealed ahead of CES 2026 in Las Vegas. It retains the compact cylindrical design of the original Freestyle while delivering enhanced intelligence and a bright 430 ISO Lumens output. Features include 180-degree rotation, Samsung TV Plus and Samsung Gaming Hub.
★National Science Fiction Day, ★World Introvert Day, ★Motivation and Inspiration Day in USA, ★1918: Birth of freedom fighter Bathini Mogilayya Goud, ★1945: Death of Adibhatla Narayana Das, father of Harikatha, ★1954: Bharat Ratna and Padma awards started, ★1957: Birth of comedian Amanchi Venkata Subramaniam (AVS), ★1959: Birth of former cricketer Kirti Azad.
TCL has launched the Note A1 Nxtpaper tablet globally for readers and creators. It features an 11.5-inch eye-care display, stylus support, and Nxtpaper technology for reduced strain. The tablet runs on a MediaTek G100 chip, packs an 8,000mAh battery, supports fast charging, and is available via Kickstarter at $419.
★Universal Hour of Peace, ★Haitian Independence Day, ★Sudan Independence Day, ★1892: Birth of freedom fighter Mahadev Desai, ★1894: Birth of mathematician Satyendranath Bose, ★1940: Death of Telugu litterateur Panuganti Lakshmi Narasimha Rao, ★1955: Death of chemist Shantiswaroop Bhatnagar, and ★1975: Birth of top actress Sonali Bendre.
★World Peace Meditation Day, ★Restoration Day in Geneva, ★1918: Birth of Telugu litterateur Pillaramarri Venkata Hanumantha Rao, ★1928: Birth of film actor and former MP Kongala Jaggaiah, ★1953: Birth of revolutionary film actor R. Narayana Murthy, ★1965: Birth of former Indian cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan, and ★2020: Death of film actor Narsingh Yadav.
DRDO successfully conducted a precise salvo test of two Pralay missiles from Chandipur’s Integrated Test Range in Odisha. Launched in rapid succession from the same platform, both missiles flawlessly followed their planned trajectories and achieved all objectives as part of user evaluation trials to validate operational performance.
Snakes use their noses primarily for breathing, but their sense of smell comes from their forked tongues, which detect chemical cues in the environment. They can sense humans, often perceiving them as large, potentially dangerous creatures. Their memory focuses on threats, so when encountering people, snakes usually react by avoiding rather than attacking.
TRAI has highlighted the need to regulate SIM sales by foreign telecom operators, proposing a new category called International M2M SIM Service Authorization. It suggested zero charges for entry fee, net worth, bank guarantee, and authorization. However, TRAI recommended an application processing fee of ₹5,000 to streamline approvals while ensuring oversight.
ISRO got another milestone by successfully testing the 3rd stage of its Small Satellite Launch Vehicle at the Solid Motor Static Test Facility in Sriharikota. The test evaluated the performance of 3-stage, all-solid SSLV, with critical data recorded for analysis. Officials said the results strengthen confidence in the vehicle’s reliability for future missions.
Vodafone Idea has gifted users extended prepaid validity for New Year. Two popular plans now offer 180 days instead of 96 extra days. The Rs 548 voice-only plan includes unlimited calls, 7GB data and 100 SMS. The Rs 859 plan offers unlimited calls, 1.5GB daily data and 100 SMS, with nationwide coverage and long-term convenience.
★Sodium Bicarbonate Day, ★1879: Birth of Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi, top Hindu sage, ★1906: Establishment of the All India Muslim League, ★1922: Formation of the USSR, ★1971: Death of Vikram Sarabhai, the father of Indian space exploration, ★1973: Death of Telugu film actor Chittoor Nagaiah, and ★2006: Execution of former Iranian President Saddam Hussein.
Ireland is considering making social media ID verification mandatory, aiming to protect minors online. Using its European Union presidency, it wants stricter enforcement of the digital age of consent, set at 16. Deputy PM Simon Harris plans to build wider European support, including backing from France and the United Kingdom, to push the proposal forward.
Flipkart’s Year-End Sale ends tonight, December 29, offering huge discounts on smartphones. The Google Pixel 9a, originally priced at ₹49,999, is now ₹44,999. With HDFC bank and exchange offers, the effective price can drop to around ₹29,000. The phone features a 6.3-inch display, Tensor G4 chipset, 8GB RAM, dual rear cameras, and 5,100mAh battery.