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Huawei has surpassed Apple to lead the global wrist-worn wearable market with a 44.3% YoY growth in Q1-Q3 2024, capturing a 16.9% market share. Apple follows with 16.2%, experiencing a 12.8% decline. Xiaomi, Samsung, and BBK round out the top five. China now dominates the market, with 45.8 million units sold in 2024, marking a […]
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has labeled Elon Musk a “bully” in a recent interview, discussing their tense relationship since Musk’s departure from OpenAI in 2018. While Musk now heads xAI, Altman dismisses Musk’s criticisms as stemming from his lack of control over OpenAI’s success. Despite their rivalry, Altman credits Musk as a key figure in […]
High electricity bills can sometimes result from a faulty or fast-running meter. To check if your meter is accurate, turn off all appliances, note the initial reading, and run a 1,000-watt device for one hour. If the difference is more than one unit, the meter might be faulty. Contact your electricity provider for an official […]
➢ World Meditation Day, ➢ Winter Solstice, ➢ National Flashlight Day, ➢ National Coquito Day, ➢ 1853: Birth of poet, scholar, and critic Vedamu Venkataraya Sastri, ➢ 1989: Birth of star heroine and model Tamannaah, ➢ 1962: Death of writer Avadhani Upmakaka Narayana Murthy, and ➢ 1969: Death of Rangastala actor and music director Kocharlakota […]
The International Day of Meditation, observed on December 21, promotes the practice of meditation for mental well-being and global peace. It emphasizes the benefits of mindfulness, stress reduction, and emotional balance. The day encourages individuals worldwide to adopt meditation practices to improve their health and foster unity.
Scientists are monitoring asteroid 2024 XN1, a 120-foot rock passing Earth on December 24, 4,480,000 miles away—16 times the Moon’s distance. Moving at 14,743 mph, it poses no threat. While considered a “near miss,” its study helps understand the early solar system. NASA tracks its path using advanced technology through the Asteroid Watch dashboard.
YouTube is introducing new guidelines to combat misleading thumbnails and false titles that deceive viewers. This move aims to improve user experience by curbing deceptive practice. Channel operators will have time to adapt. with videos featuring misleading content removed as a first warning. repeated violation may lead to channel restrictions or fines.
Cancer cases are being reported widely, and early detection with appropriate treatment is key to prevention. However, Russia claims to have developed a special vaccine for cancer. There are reports circulating online that Russia plans to offer this vaccine to India first, with the vaccine expected to be available in January next year.
➢ International Human Solidarity Day, ➢ National Sangria Day, ➢ 1934: Birth of Edupuganti Venkata Subbarao, agronomist. ➢ 1940: Birth of classical dancer Yamini Krishnamurthy, ➢ 1817: Death of Tulsibai Holkar, Maharani of Indore, ➢ 1988: Silent film protagonist B. Jayamma, and ➢ 1990: India & Pakistan agreed not to carry out nuclear attacks on […]
Telecom giant Bharti Airtel has cleared significant spectrum dues. On Thursday, the company announced that it paid ₹3,626 crore to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for the 2016 spectrum, settling all related dues. This payment is expected to freeing up funds to accelerate the expansion of the 5G network across the country.
Indore’s Devi Ahilyabai Airport is set to become India’s first zero-waste airport on December 22. This initiative will implement a comprehensive waste management system, recycling waste from aircraft and airport facilities while converting wet waste into fertilizer. The airport aims to generate revenue from waste management. A new 3,000-square-foot recycling facility will also be in...
Ukraine has unveiled an advanced laser weapon named ‘Tryzub’, capable of neutralizing aerial targets over 2 kilometers away. Vadym Sukharevskyi, commander of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces, confirmed its operational status, stating, “It truly works, it truly exists.” While specific details remain undisclosed, experts believe the development of such directed-ener...
The Vivo X200 series, including the X200 and X200 Pro, is now available for purchase in India, starting at ₹65,999. Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipsets and Zeiss-backed triple cameras, the phones offer up to 16GB RAM and Android 15. Launch offers include no-cost EMIs, cashback, extended warranties, and discounts on accessories. Available in multiple […]
Assam’s first-ever tagging of the iconic Ganges River Dolphin, found in Ganga River, has been conducted. It helps to understand the seasonal & migratory patterns, range, distribution & habitat use of dolphins, particularly in fragmented systems. Wildlife Institute of India, in collaboration with the Assam Forest Department & Aranyak, tagged a healthy male river dolphin […]
NASA announced another delay in bringing back the two US astronauts, who were stranded on ISS for months. They will remain there at least until late March. Veteran astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams reached ISS in June aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. They were supposed to spend just eight days there.