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Artemis II astronauts from NASA captured breathtaking views of Earth while journeying near the Moon. Using varied shutter speeds, one image glowed with amplified light, while another highlighted the shimmering lights of Earth at night. A third photograph showcased the dramatic terminator line, clearly separating day from darkness, offering a rare perspective.
➢Senegal Independence Day, World Rat Day, ➢International Carrot Day, ➢National Vitamin ‘C’ Day, ➢1841: Death of former US President William Henry Harrison, ➢1942: Birth of spiritual Telugu writer Challa Satyavani, ➢1960: Birth of Padma Shri awardee and Odissi dancer Aruna Mohanty, and ➢1976: Birthday of star senior heroine Simran.
ISRO launched Mission MITRA in Leh to study crew behaviour for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight. Running from April 2 to 9, this study examines how teams handle stress, isolation, and low oxygen at high altitudes. The goal is to ensure Gaganyatris and ground teams communicate effectively and remain resilient during challenging space missions in the […]
India on Friday commissioned its third indigenously built nuclear-powered submarine, INS Aridhaman, after INS Arihant and INS Arighat. Part of the SSBN programme, it strengthens India’s underwater nuclear deterrence. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the Kerala ceremony following months of successful sea trials.
➢Independent Artist Day, ➢World Cloud Security Day, ➢1680: Death anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, founder of the Maratha Empire, ➢1955: Birth of Indian playback singer Hariharan, ➢1962: Birthday of old actress and former MP Jayaprada, ➢1965: Birthday of former CBI JD Lakshminarayana, and ➢1973: Birthday of dance master and top actor Prabhu Deva.
Apple plans to launch the iPhone 18 Pro series in September 2026. The Pro and Pro Max will keep similar screen sizes, but the Dynamic Island will shrink by 35% for more display space. Design tweaks, better cooling, improved cameras, smarter battery, and new finishes are expected. The basic iPhone 18 may arrive in 2027.
Apple’s iOS 26.4 update brings ChatGPT to CarPlay, allowing voice-controlled AI assistance while driving. The update prioritizes safety with a voice-first design to keep eyes on the road. It also adds a “Concerts Near You” music feature and eight new emojis. Available now for iPhone 11 and newer models to enhance your connected driving experience.
Flipkart’s Big Bachat Days sale is live until April 5, offering up to 60% off smartphones, TVs, and ACs. Highlights include 55-inch Smart TVs starting at ₹23,999 and ACs from ₹21,990. Use Axis or Bank of Baroda cards for extra instant discounts. Check “Mid-Day Steals” from 12 PM to 2 PM for the lowest prices […]
➢International Children’s Book Day, ➢Union Day of Belarus, ➢Police Flag Day, ➢Autism Awareness Day, ➢1781: Birth of Indian spiritual leader Bhagwan Swaminarayan. ➢1915: Birth of actor and music director Kocharlakota Satyanarayana, ➢1969: Birthday of Bollywood senior actor Ajay Devgan, and ➢1981: Birthday of Australian star cricketer Michael Clarke.
The Indian Space Research Organisation has invited proposals from scientists to access data from Aditya-L1, India’s first solar study mission. Over 27 TB of data is available publicly. This second call aims to boost research output and maximize scientific returns through wider participation from the Indian solar physics community.
India’s UPI recorded a record 22.64 billion transactions in March 2026, valued at ₹29.53 lakh crore, up from February’s 20.39 billion transactions worth ₹26.84 lakh crore. Averaging 730 million daily transactions and ₹95,243 crore in daily value, UPI saw strong year-on-year growth of 24% in volume and 19% in value, highlighting digital payments’ rapid rise.
Artemis II marks NASA’s first crewed lunar mission since 1972, testing life support and communication systems. Success ensures safer, long-duration missions, paving the way for Artemis III moon landings and eventual Mars exploration. Beyond breaking speed and distance records, it sets the stage for sustainable human presence beyond Earth.
Four astronauts, Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian Jeremy Hansen, launched aboard NASA’s Artemis II from Kennedy Space Center for the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years. The 10-day mission will test the spacecraft’s safety, manual piloting, and docking systems, marking a historic milestone in space exploration.
India has received its first batch of 2,000 Israeli NEGEV 7.62×51 light machine guns under the ‘Make in India’ initiative through PLR Systems, a joint venture of Israel Weapon Industries and the Adani Group. This delivery is part of a larger 41,000‑unit contract, marking a major milestone in defence manufacturing and technology transfer.
After cutting about 4,000 jobs at fintech firm Block, co‑founder Jack Dorsey said companies should consider replacing middle managers with AI. He argues that artificial intelligence can handle coordination, decision‑making and workflow tasks more efficiently than traditional hierarchies, reshaping future workplaces and reducing the need for large management layers.