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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 ➢ […]
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made a key announcement on UPI Lite. The wallet limit for UPI Lite has been increased from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 5,000. Also, the per transaction limit has been raised from Rs. 500 to Rs. 1,000. The RBI stated that this increase in limits is aimed at further […]
DOT has sought feedback from Trai on norms for allocating satellite spectrum, as informed in Parliament. Govt will allocate spectrum for satellite services through an administrative mechanism, while telecom operators will acquire radiowaves through auctions. Minister Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar confirmed that administratively assigned spectrum will be chargeable & contribute to revenue.
Saturn, the second-largest planet in our solar system, is unique for its ability to float on water due to its low density of approximately 0.7 grams per cubic centimeter, which is less than that of water at 1 gram per cubic centimeter. This gaseous giant, primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, would remain buoyant if […]