Rumors that Apple CEO Tim Cook would step down next year have been denied by Bloomberg. Cook, who recently turned 65, has been leading Apple since 2011, during which he has expanded the company’s products, services, and global reach. He continues to steer the company as a trillion-dollar technology leader with no plans to leave.
Samsung has reduced the Galaxy S25 price by up to ₹11,000 on Flipkart. With bank, exchange, and combo offers, the flagship phone can cost as low as ₹39,794. The Samsung S25 features a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB RAM, improved cameras, and a slimmer design, though the 4,000mAh battery remains unchanged.
Malaysia plans to block social media access for users under 16 next year, citing rising online harms. The government is studying global age-restriction models as platforms face scrutiny worldwide. New rules require major platforms to obtain licenses as Malaysia tightens oversight amid concerns over scams, harmful content, and youth mental health risks.
India commissions INS Mahe, the 1st Mahe-class anti-submarine ship, built by Cochin Shipyard. The 78-meter vessel can patrol shallow waters, hunt submarines, lay mines, and conduct search and rescue. With advanced sonar, torpedoes, rockets, and guns, and a crew of 57, INS Mahe boosts India’s coastal security and highlights indigenous defense capabilities.
Snapchat is asking Australian teens to confirm their age before new laws start on December 10. These rules will block anyone under 16 from using major social media apps. Teens must verify their age with ID, a bank account, or a photo. Snapchat disagrees with the ban but will follow the law. Experts doubt enforcement […]
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WhatsApp groups of Telangana ministers, including the CMO and deputy CM, were hacked after cybercriminals shared fake SBI KYC APK files. Cybercrime police warned users not to open APKs or suspicious links, stressing that such files can hijack phones and steal data. Authorities urged the public to stay alert and avoid unofficial updates.
A viral post shows Google’s Nano Banana Pro solving a handwritten math problem while perfectly copying the user’s handwriting. The AI tool, part of Gemini 3, impressed many but also raised concerns about academic misuse. Social media reactions were mixed, with users amazed by the tech yet worried that students may rely on AI instead […]
Retired IAS officer K. Ratnaprabha will lead India’s women entrepreneurs at the United Economic Summit 2025 in Malaysia. She is invited as Guest of Honour and keynote speaker. Under the Ubuntu Consortium, she heads a 10-member team to promote global business ties and support women-led MSMEs. The summit will discuss trade, geopolitics, and cooperation.
A new study shows mercury pollution in UK harbor porpoises has nearly doubled in 30 years. Researchers tested 738 porpoises and found those with higher mercury levels were more likely to die from infections. Mercury in oceans keeps rising due to pollution, climate change, and changing food chains, putting marine animals and humans at greater […]
Space startup Agnikul Cosmos secured ₹150 crore in a new funding round, valuing the company at over half a billion dollars. The funds will support the development of reusable launch vehicles. IIT-Chennai incubated Agnikul plans to launch small satellites into low Earth orbit next year using its 3D-printed Agnibaan rocket.
★Lebanese Independence Day, ★National Adoption Day, ★1913: Birth of ex-RBI Governor Lakshmi Kant Jha, ★1967: Birth of former world No. 1 tennis player Boris Becker, ★1970: Birth of ex-Sri Lankan cricket captain Marvan Atapattu, ★1963: Death of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of USA, and ★2016: Death of Carnatic musician Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna.
★World Television Day, ★World Fisheries Day, ★World Vasectomy Day falls on the third Friday of November, ★1947: India’s first postage stamp released, ★1970: Death of physicist and Nobel laureate Chandrasekhar Venkataraman, ★1987: Birth of actress Neha Sharma, and ★2020: Death of Telangana armed struggle fighter Vajja Venkaiah.
The EU criticized X after Grok generated hate-filled and antisemitic content, calling the chatbot’s output “appalling” and contrary to European values. Officials said X is obligated to address risks linked to Grok, though the company hasn’t responded. Earlier incidents prompted xAI to remove posts and pledge stronger measures.
Oppo’s Find X9 series, featuring MediaTek Dimensity 9500, Hasselblad cameras, and ColorOS 16, goes on sale today. The Find X9 starts at Rs. 74,999 (12GB+256GB) and Rs. 84,999 (16GB+512GB), while the Find X9 Pro (16GB+512GB) is priced at Rs. 1,09,999. Available across the Oppo online store, Flipkart, Amazon, and retail outlets.