In Jaipur, Rajasthan, bulletproof vehicles for India’s top leaders, including the PM and CM, are crafted to withstand AK-47 bullets. Manufactured by a local company, these 360-degree bulletproof vehicles and specialized warship glass are also exported worldwide, including to countries like Canada and Israel. The initiative highlights India’s growing focus on domestic defense manufac...
➢National Education Day, ➢1918: World War I ends, ➢1675: Guru Govinda Singh became a priest, ➢1918: Birth of Krishna Kumar Birla, Head of the Birla groups, ➢ Birthday of Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa, ➢1888: Birth of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Union Education Minister, ➢1970: Death of Padma Bhushan Madapati Hanumantha Rao, and ➢2023: […]
Economists Rutger Schilpzand and Jeroen Smits have introduced the concept of ‘domestic transition’ to measure a country’s development, focusing on household items like refrigerators, televisions, and washing machines. Their study, published in the ‘Journal of International Development’, argues that material wealth provides a fuller picture of development than just ...
Pros: It offers stunning aerial views, especially over coastal areas and islands. It is ideal for destinations with limited or no road connectivity. It reduces travel time, for short, congested routes.Cons: Flights can be delayed or canceled due to adverse weather conditions. Typically more costly than other forms of travel, and fewer passengers per flight, […]
In Zimbabwe, users are required to obtain an admin license to create a WhatsApp group, unlike in India where it is free. The license costs 50 dollars (approximately Rs. 4,200), which must be paid to the Zimbabwean government. Zimbabwean Minister Tatenda Mawetera explained that this new rule was introduced to curb the spread of false […]
To keep your Android device clutter-free and secure, regularly remove unused apps. Start by opening Settings > Apps > Unused Apps, where you’ll see apps you haven’t used in 3–6 months. Tap the trash icon next to each app to delete it. This simple process helps free up storage, reduce security risks, and improve device […]
Russia successfully launched a record-setting 53 satellites into space on November 4. This is a major milestone in satellite deployment history. This launch was managed by Russian space agency Roscosmos. The satellites included a combination of domestic and international satellites. Roscosmos successfully sent all 53 satellites to their designated orbits successfully with a Soyuz-2.1b rocket.
A study in “The International Journal of Astrobiology” proposes using asteroids to meet astronauts’ nutritional needs on long missions by converting carbon from space rocks into edible food. This approach could address food limitations, as research on the asteroid Bennu suggests its carbon could sustain astronauts for up to 600 years, pending extensive toxicity testing […]
Archaeologists in northern Poland have uncovered the remains of a young woman, buried with a sickle across her neck and a padlock on her toe. The unusual burial customs suggest beliefs in supernatural protection. Forensic artist Oscar Nilsson recently recreated her facial features, adding emotional depth to the 3D model, according to experts.
Ai-Da, the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist, made history with her portrait of Alan Turing, “AI God,” selling for $1.32 million at Sotheby’s. The sale exceeded expectations, marking a significant moment in modern art. Ai-Da’s work reflects on AI’s ethical and societal impact, with Turing’s portrait raising questions about the future o...
To support Bharat 6G Vision, the govt is working on developing a multi-port switch for a single broadband antenna that covers 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G bands without noise. Technology will help streamline telecommunications. Centre for Development of Telematics, in collaboration with CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute , is leading the project under the Department […]
iQOO 13, launching in India on Dec 3, features a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, Q2 gaming chipset, and a 2K Q10 AMOLED 144Hz display. It offers a triple 50MP rear camera setup, 50MP front camera, and 6,150mAh battery with 120W fast charging. Running on FuntouchOS 15, it includes the Halo Light feature and IP68/IP69 protection. […]
Strategy chief of the US Space Command Major General Brian W Gibson said that US wants to broaden co-operation and collaboration with India in space technology. He was in Delhi to meet top military and space agency officials. Gibson said, “China is advancing at a breath-taking pace in the military use of space tech. Conflict […]
A team of Japanese researchers has developed a device to assist surgeons during robot-assisted heart surgeries. Traditionally, an assistant helps position the robot arm and ensures the surgeon has enough room to operate. The new device, created by an Osaka Metropolitan University-led group, aims to provide greater independence for surgeons, improving surgical efficiency.
Japan’s Mount Fuji received its first snowcap of the season on Thursday, the latest in 130 years, according to local media. The Kofu Local Meteorological Office confirmed the snowfall at 6:15 a.m. local time, marking a record-late first snow. This year’s first snowfall surpassed previous records of October 26 in 1955 and 2016, making it […]