The Indian Army has developed the ‘Kharga’ Kamikaze drone, designed for intelligence and surveillance. It can carry 700 grams of explosives, has a range of 1.5 km, and speeds of 40 meters per second. Equipped with GPS, a high-definition camera, and countermeasures against jamming, the drone costs ₹30,000 and is effective for high-speed suicide missions.
Sunday has historical roots in ancient traditions, particularly in Roman culture, where it was dedicated to the Sun. In Christianity, it became significant as the Sabbath, symbolizing rest and worship, marking the day of Jesus Christ’s resurrection. Over time, Sunday evolved into a universal day of rest and leisure, fostering family time and personal reflection.
Scientists believe that animals and birds can sense disasters in advance, and there have been many recorded instances of this phenomenon. Recently, a similar incident occurred in the USA when a magnitude 7 earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California. Prior to the earthquake, birds near a lake sensed the impending disaster and flew […]
➢National Brownie Day, ➢National Blue Collar Day, ➢Bodhi day, it commemorates when Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment, ➢Home Guards Formation Day, ➢Submarine Day, ➢1946: The Constituent Assembly of India met for the first time, ➢1953: Birth of Manobala, actor and director, ➢1984: Birthday of top Heroine Hamsa Nandini.
Starlink, owned by Elon Musk, has completed the deployment of its satellite constellation that allows phones to connect directly to satellites for internet access. With speeds up to 10Mbps, this service works without any specialized equipment. Initially available via a partnership with T-Mobile, it could expand to other telecom companies globally. India is also preparing […]
German engineer Rudiger Koch, 59, has been living in a submersible capsule 11 meters underwater off Panama since September 26. With amenities like a bed, toilet, internet, and TV, he plans to break the 100-day record by staying until January 24. Supported by his team above water, Koch also embraces the seasteading movement, but looks […]
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 […]