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NASA has issued a warning about asteroid 363305 (2002 NV16), a 580-foot near-Earth object set to pass Earth on October 24, 2024, at 9:17 PM IST. It will come within 4,520,000 kilometers, traveling at 17,542 km/h. Classified as potentially hazardous, it poses no impact risk. Continuous monitoring ensures any future threats are identified, emphasizing the […]
➢ National Today, ➢Honduran Army Day, ➢ National Reptile Day, ➢ 1943: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose formed the Azad Hind government in Singapore, ➢ 1990: Doordarshan begins afternoon news broadcasts, ➢ 1967: Birth of Former Indian sportswoman Ashwani Nachappa, ➢ 1986: Birthday of popular actress and model Poonam Kaur, and ➢ Police Martyrs Day is […]
Meta AI on WhatsApp is set for a major upgrade, introducing a Chat Memory feature designed to customize the AI chatbot based on user preferences. This enhancement will enable the chatbot to function more effectively as a personal assistant, offering more relevant and tailored responses. The feature is currently under development and aims to enhance […]
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G features a 6.67-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display with a resolution of 1,080 x 2,400 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 2,100 nits peak brightness. Powered by a Snapdragon 695 chipset, it offers 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. Its dual rear camera includes a 50MP primary sensor with […]
Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO is expected to launch its premium iQOO 13 series in China this October. The smartphone is anticipated to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor and come with an IP68 rating. It may feature up to 16GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, a 6.7-inch 2K AMOLED display with a […]
A study by the University of Birmingham and Hainan University has found toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ (PFAS) in drinking water globally. Detected in over 99% of bottled water samples, perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) were prevalent. Chinese tap water showed higher PFAS levels than UK samples, with some from Shenzhen exceeding the US EPA’s […]
A pharma company from Haryana distributed cars as Diwali gifts to its employees. The popular Tata Punch and Maruti Grand Vitara models were presented, according to NK Bhatia, the owner of the company. These gifts were awarded to 15 employees selected as “Star Performers of the Year.” Additionally, if these vehicles are used for company-related […]
Cat owners know their pets move uniquely, often described as “liquid,” effortlessly fitting into any space they occupy. This fluid-like motion fascinates many, and cats seem to recognize their impressive ability, often displaying a smug demeanor while doing so. Their remarkable agility and flexibility not only surprise owners but also highlight the enchanting nature of […]
The Guinness Book of World Records, first published in 1955, serves as a comprehensive reference for record-breaking achievements in categories. It was created by Sir Hugh Beaver to settle pub disputes about records. The book features records in areas like human accomplishments, nature, technology, and sports. Each year, new records are verified by Guinness World […]
According to a US agency, a global coral bleaching event that began last year has become the largest on record, affecting approximately 77% of the world’s reef area as of October 10, 2024. Derek Manzello from NOAA noted that this ongoing event, the fourth since 1998, has already surpassed the previous record of 65.7% and […]
A dozen critically endangered Loa water frogs were flown from Santiago to Calama in a conservation effort to restore their natural habitat in the world’s driest desert. Nearly extinct in 2019 due to habitat loss, scientists successfully bred 500 frogs at Parquemet Zoo. The newly inaugurated El Loa Biodiversity and Conservation Center aims to support […]
On Christmas Eve 1968, astronaut William “Bill” Anders captured the iconic “Earthrise” photograph while orbiting the Moon on Apollo 8. This stunning image, depicting Earth against the stark lunar landscape, transformed humanity’s perspective, emphasizing our planet’s beauty and fragility. It became a symbol for the environmental movement and inspired the esta...
The popular IT company Tech Mahindra reported a consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of ₹1,250 crore for the second quarter ended September 30. The company posted a revenue of ₹13,313 crore for this quarter. Rohit Anand, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Tech Mahindra, stated that the company experienced consistent performance in revenue growth, and […]
➢ International Credit Union Day, ➢ National LGBT Center Awareness Day, ➢ National Sweetest Day, ➢ 1937: Death of New Zealand chemist Ernest Rutherford, ➢ 1987: Birth of Tennis player Saketh Maine, ➢ 1986: Death of Tanguturi Anjaiah, 8th CM of Andhra Pradesh, ➢ 2013: Death of Yalamanchili Radhakrishnamurthy, founder of the leftist movement, and […]
A team of researchers led by an Indian-origin scientist at McMaster University has discovered a new function of a protein that may help treat age-related illnesses. Their study, published in the ‘Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences’, reveals that faulty protein creation can lead to harmful clumping, which is associated with diseases like Alzheimer’s […]