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➢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.
Apple is reportedly planning its first foldable iPhone, potentially called the iPhone Ultra, for a 2026 launch. Leaks suggest a high‑end foldable design with advanced features like a large inner display, powerful hardware and multitasking capabilities. The device could be priced above $2,000, marking Apple’s premium entry into the foldable smartphone market.
Digital payment services across India faced disruptions today, affecting UPI transactions. Outage tracking showed SBI had 500+ complaints, UCO Bank around 40, and overall UPI downtime reports exceeded 40. Users in cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Pune, Kolkata, Guwahati, and Chennai reported failed transactions and payment errors.
Instagram is testing Instagram Plus, a paid feature offering multiple audience lists, Story previews, viewer search, spotlighting, “Super Hearts,” and private viewing. Trials in the Philippines cost around Rs.100/month with a free first month. Instagram also plans to discontinue end-to-end encrypted chats after May 8, urging users to save data.
Layoffs at Oracle are driven by its costly push into AI and data centers, including large-scale infrastructure projects with OpenAI. To fund this rapid expansion, Oracle is cutting workforce costs while managing over $100 billion debt and rising borrowing pressure, aiming to boost cash flow, improve efficiency, and reassure investors globally.