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➢World Homeopathy Day, ➢National Youth HIV and AIDS Awareness Day, ➢1898: Birth of writer Dashika Surya Prakash Rao, ➢1952: Birth of former Maharashtra CM Narayan Tatu Rane, ➢1986: Birth of musician Deepu, ➢1986: Birth of actress Ayesha Takia, ➢1995: Death of former Indian PM Morarji Desai and ➢1998: Death of spiritualist Vidya Prakash Nandagiri Swami.
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) plans to bring free ad‑supported TV streaming services on LG, Samsung, Xiaomi smart TVs under formal regulation. These free channels, currently unregulated, could soon face licensing, content and advertising rules to align with traditional broadcasters. The consultation process aims to level the playing field.
NASA’s Artemis II crew, including Victor Glover, Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, are set to splash down tomorrow after a nearly 10-day mission. Flying 252,000 miles, they became the farthest humans from Earth, capturing lunar data, sharing emotional moments, and paving the way for Artemis III’s lunar landing and future Mars missions.
Tata Power is adopting Databricks enterprise-wide to unify data across operations, improving grid management, renewables forecasting, billing, and decision-making. Its AI agent Genie allows employees to query data directly for instant insights. CEO Praveer Sinha calls it a step toward a future-ready, intelligent energy ecosystem.
➢Kosovo Constitution Day, ➢National Winston Churchill Day, ➢1770: Birthday of German physicist Thomas Seebeck, ➢1893: Birthday of author Rahul Sankrityayan, ➢1974: Birth of world-famous porn star Jenna Jameson, ➢2014: Death of AP politician Ale Narendra, and ➢2020: Death of veteran Telangana activist Kaveti Sammaiah.
Zebronics Zeb Silencio 200T headphones have been launched in India at ₹2,999, offering up to 100 hours of playback without ANC. They feature 48dB hybrid active noise cancellation, 40mm drivers, dual microphones with ENC, and Bluetooth 6.0. The headphones also support gaming mode, fast charging, dual pairing, and app-based controls.
The Artemis II mission, featuring three Americans and one Canadian, offers a 10-day glimpse of global unity. Through NASA photos, GoPro footage, and live transmissions, astronauts document milestones, inspiring millions worldwide. Victor Glover reflected on shared humanity, while the mission captivates viewers from classrooms to cruise ships.
ISRO Chairman V Narayanan highlighted mission operations as crucial for India’s space success at SMOPS-2026, citing Chandrayaan-3, Aditya-L1, and Gaganyaan. He emphasized teamwork, continuous spacecraft monitoring, AI and cloud integration, and operational precision as key to long-duration missions and strengthening India’s global space presence.
If your air conditioner still isn’t cooling after servicing, the cooling coil, either the evaporator or condenser, might be the hidden culprit. Problems like dirt buildup, damage, or poor airflow around the coil can disrupt heat exchange, reducing cooling efficiency even after routine maintenance. Proper cleaning, inspection, and possible coil repair may be needed.
➢International Kids’ Yoga Day, ➢International Pageant Day, ➢1857: Death of top freedom fighter Mangal Pandey. ➢1894: Death of Bankinchandra Chatterjee, writer of Vande Mataram, ➢1977: Death of Shankarambadi Sundarachari, lyricist of ‘Maa Telugu Talliki.’ ➢1983: Birthday of Icor star Allu Arjun, and ➢2013: Death of Britain’s first female PM, Margaret Thatcher.
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts flew deeper into space than any humans, conducting a rare six-hour flyby of the moon’s shadowed far side. From 4,070 miles above the surface, they observed meteors striking the cratered terrain, capturing real-time data and images. This marks the first human voyage near the moon since Apollo, over 50 years ago.
WhatsApp is testing a new noise cancellation feature for voice and video calls on Android. It reduces background noise like traffic or wind so conversations sound clearer. The feature appears in the call menu and can be turned off. It’s currently available to some beta users, with a wider release expected soon.
Netflix has launched a new kids gaming app called Netflix Playground for children aged 8 and under. It offers fun games based on familiar characters and works offline with no ads or in‑app purchases. The app is free with a Netflix subscription and gives young users safe, child‑friendly gaming without extra costs.
The Indian government introduced ‘SIM binding’ to stop cybercrime. WhatsApp will only work if the registered SIM card is inside your phone. This rule is now extended until December 31, 2026. You can no longer use WhatsApp without a physical SIM. This change aims to block fake accounts and prevent fraudulent messages effectively.
OpenAI’s CFO Sarah Friar has warned that the company may not be ready for a 2026 IPO, flagging financial risks, heavy spending commitments, and organisational work still needed before going public. CEO Sam Altman appears keen on a late‑2026 listing despite these concerns, highlighting internal disagreement over timing and readiness.