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Government has introduced new rules for phone interception, authorizing officers not below the rank of inspector general of police at the state level to issue interception orders in emergencies. However, if the competent authority does not confirm the order within seven working days, the intercepted messages will be inadmissible and must be deleted.
Telangana ranks first in malware detections among Indian states, with 55.90 detections per endpoint, according to the India Cyber Threat Report 2025. Hyderabad is third among cities, with 54.93 detections per endpoint. The report attributes this to the region’s IT hub and strong cybersecurity infrastructure. Tamil Nadu and Delhi follow in state rankings, while Bengaluru […]
National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) has been re-strategized to reduce TB cases and mortality through targeted interventions, free services, private sector engagement, enhanced diagnostics, and support for vulnerable populations, as informed in the Lok Sabha on Friday. The WHO’s Global TB Report 2024 revealed that India accounted for 26% of global TB cases and deaths […]
India’s first hyperloop test track, spanning 410 meters, has been completed by Indian Railways in collaboration with IIT Madras. This marks a significant advancement in transport technology, bringing the concept of high-speed travel pods shooting through frictionless tubes, popularized by Elon Musk, closer to reality in India. The test track is a major milestone in […]
OpenAI has launched a $200/month ChatGPT Pro subscription, providing unlimited access to its advanced AI models, including an upgraded reasoning model. This version is faster and more capable in solving math and code problems. The move aims to offset high AI development costs. OpenAI also offers a $20/month ChatGPT Plus option, with more product announcements […]
WhatsApp has launched a new typing indicators feature, displaying “…” cues along with the user’s profile picture during real-time conversations in both one-on-one and group chats. This follows last month’s introduction of voice message transcripts, offering text-based transcriptions for received messages. The updates, rolling out on iOS and Android, aim to enhance ...
➢ Finland Independence Day, ➢ Saint Nicholas Day, ➢ National Miners Day, ➢ National Microwave Oven Day, ➢ 1992: Demolition of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya ➢ 1956: Mahaparinirwana Diwas of Dr. BR Ambedkar, death of BR Ambedkar, the founder of the Constitution of India, ➢ 1936: Birth anniversary of star heroine Savitri, ➢ 1999: Birthday […]
Renowned NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore traveled to the International Space Station as part of an 8-day mission on June 5, 2024. The two were scheduled to return to Earth on June 14 in a Boeing Starliner capsule. However, technical issues arose due to a helium leak in the spacecraft. It is now […]
Ever wondered about the weight of a cloud? Google’s “Googlies” campaign highlights surprising facts like this one: a typical cumulus cloud weighs around 500,000 kg, equivalent to 100 elephants. Despite this weight, the cloud doesn’t feel heavy as it’s spread across a large area. The campaign aims to share quirky trivia, like how clouds form […]
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was founded in 1945 to promote global peace and collaboration through education, science, and culture. It is headquartered in Paris, France, and has 193 member states. UNESCO is known for initiatives like World Heritage Site, protecting cultural heritage, promoting education, and fostering sustainable development.
WhatsApp’s “Protect IP Address in Calls” feature helps safeguard your location during calls, preventing tracking. While the app is secure, enabling this feature adds an extra layer of protection. To activate it, open WhatsApp, go to Settings > Privacy > Advanced, and toggle the “Protect IP Address in Calls” option. This simple step ensures your […]
NASA is offering up to $20,000 for the best Lunar Rescue System design to transport a stranded astronaut on the Moon. The challenge, part of NASA’s Artemis missions, seeks innovative solutions to move astronauts across rugged terrain. Submissions are open until January 23, 2025. The competition will address critical concerns for astronaut safety on future […]
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 Sun observation mission atop the PSLV-C59 rocket on Thursday. The mission lifted off from the First Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. ISRO announced the success on X, marking the start of a global mission led by NSIL with ISRO’s […]
Business tycoon Elon Musk’s business partner, Jared Isaacman, has been appointed by Donald Trump as NASA’s new chief. Isaacman, a key figure in Musk’s SpaceX ventures, is also the CEO of Shift4 Payments. While he has limited involvement in government and politics, Isaacman brings valuable experience, having traveled to space twice.
➢ World Soil Day, ➢ International Volunteer Day, ➢ 1970: Formation of Ongole district in AP, ➢ 1896: Birth anniversary of Swami Gnanananda, a nuclear physicist from AP, ➢ 1958: Birthday of Telangana Minister Damodara Rajanarsimha, ➢ 1992: Birthday of Heroine Payal Rajput, ➢ 2013: Death of Former South African President Nelson Mandela, and ➢ […]