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The Hindu and SRM launch Deep Tech Summit 2026
The Hindu Group, in collaboration with SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), inaugurated the two-day Deep Tech Summit 2026.
Coffee growers in Chikkamagaluru and Kodagu adopt AI monitoring tools
Karnataka's coffee growers are increasingly using AI-driven weather technology to predict rainfall and manage crop production more effectively.
App Store reports nearly 236,000 new apps in Q1 2026
Apple's App Store experienced an 84% increase in new apps in Q1 2026, largely driven by the emerging trend of vibe coding.
New report says climate change threatens health in India
Climate change is redefining disease patterns and straining healthcare systems in India, reveals a report by philanthropy fund organisation Dasra.
Samsung to discontinue Messages app, nudges users to Google Messages
Samsung has announced plans to discontinue its native Samsung Messages app by July 2026.
How to run Google's powerful AI models directly on phone
Google has launched a new app, the AI Edge Gallery, that lets you run its Gemma 4 and other advanced artificial intelligence (AI) language models directly on your Android or iOS device.
Google to kickstart $15B India data center project this month
Google is gearing up to start the construction of its massive $15 billion data center project in Andhra Pradesh.
Brisket, quiche, smoothies: What Artemis II astronauts eat in space
NASA's Artemis II mission is a historic journey to the Moon, and the food that astronauts are consuming during their 10-day lunar adventure has been revealed.
Jeremy Hansen receives NASA gold pin before Artemis II mission
Jeremy Hansen, a Canadian astronaut, has been awarded the elite astronaut gold pin during NASA's Artemis II mission, marking his official status as a space-travelling veteran.
NASA Artemis II shares lunar photos during Orion SLS tests
The Artemis-II mission, NASA's first crewed lunar trip in over fifty years, has entered its fifth day, with the crew sharing stunning images from space.
How reflective satellites will harm ecosystems across the Earth
Plans to deploy reflective satellites and mirrors in low Earth orbit have raised alarms among researchers.
Artemis II crew now in Moon's 'sphere of influence'
NASA's Artemis II mission has reached a major milestone, with the four-member crew entering the Moon's "sphere of influence."
Could China's space solar plants be used for military purposes?
China is exploring the military applications of space-based solar power technology, a senior scientist has revealed.
You can now collect payments in OpenAI's Codex via Razorpay
Razorpay, a leading Indian payment gateway provider, has partnered with OpenAI to integrate its payment solutions into Codex.
Telegram's new update adds AI text editor, improves polls
Telegram has released its April 2026 update, bringing a host of new features to enhance user experience.
Croma sale brings iPhone 17 price down to ₹45,000
Croma has slashed the price of Apple's latest iPhone 17, making it available for less than ₹50,000.
Meta pauses Mercor partnership after cyberattack reportedly linked to LiteLLM
Meta has reportedly halted all operations with AI recruitment company Mercor following a significant cyberattack resulting in a large-scale data breach.
Want career guidance? These AI tools can assist
Career planning has become much more intuitive with AI-powered tools that provide personalized guidance, analyze your skills, and match you with opportunities.
These AI tools can make daily commutes stress-free
Navigating daily commutes can be challenging with traffic, delays, and unpredictable conditions.
NASA's Artemis crew living aboard Orion on 21-day lunar mission
Astronauts reside in the crew module of NASA's Orion spacecraft during lunar missions, a compact space designed for survival and work.
Make hybrid work seamless with these AI tools
In today's remote and hybrid work environments, AI-powered tools streamline communication, task management, and idea generation, making virtual teams more efficient and productive.
For bilingual content translation, try these AI tools
In 2026, AI translation tools have advanced significantly, delivering accurate and context-aware bilingual content translation for text, documents, and websites.
5 AI tools every online educator should know
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing access to learning content by automating transcription, translation, subtitling, and adaptive formatting.
These AI tools can make tax filing effortless
Tax documentation can be a nightmare with endless forms, receipts, and compliance checks.
Amazon India Back to School sale cuts student tech prices
Amazon India is hosting a Back to School sale, offering up to 40% off on laptops and tablets, and up to 70% off on headphones and smartwatches.
Google lets Gmail users officially change addresses while keeping emails
Gmail, initially launched as an April Fool's joke, now serves 3 billion users and has recently introduced the highly demanded feature of changing email addresses.
Paytm now enables biometric UPI payments and cash withdrawals
Paytm has introduced biometric authentication for UPI payments and cardless ATM withdrawals, aligning with recent RBI security updates.
NASA clears iPhone 17 Pro Max for Artemis 2 mission
NASA has approved the use of the iPhone 17 Pro Max on its historic Artemis 2 mission, marking the first time a smartphone has been cleared for a deep space mission.
Elon Musk's xAI launches 'Quality mode' for its image generator
Elon Musk's AI company, xAI’s Grok, has introduced a new 'Quality mode' to improve image generation. The upgrade promises sharper visuals and better creative control.
Germany is erecting 364-meter wind turbine on former coal mine
Germany is erecting a 364-metre wind turbine, the world's tallest, in a former coal mine, marking a significant shift towards renewable energy.
Razorpay adds payment tools to OpenAI Codex and ChatGPT
Razorpay, an Indian payment platform, has partnered with OpenAI to enable developers to embed payments in apps via Codex and ChatGPT.
WhatsApp now makes your calls clearer in noisy environments
WhatsApp has started rolling out a new feature that could revolutionize the way we communicate over voice and video calls.
Samsung Messages will stop working for you in July
Samsung has announced that it will be discontinuing its Samsung Messages app in July 2026.
NASA to livestream Artemis II Moon flyby on Netflix, YouTube
NASA's Artemis II mission is gearing up for a landmark lunar flyby today, an event that will be streamed live on YouTube and Netflix, among other platforms.
NASA's Orion carries 4 for Artemis but interior is cramped
NASA's Orion spacecraft, designed for the Artemis missions, offers a surprisingly compact living space, comparable to two minivans, for four astronauts.
Artemis II crew to try breaking Apollo 13 distance record
NASA's historic Artemis II mission, set to break human space travel records, will be broadcast live on platforms including Netflix and Prime Video.
Google to launch $15B Vizag data center on April 28
Google will officially start the construction of its $15 billion data center hub in Andhra Pradesh on April 28.
Artemis crew to face 40-minute blackout behind Moon: Here's why
The Artemis II astronauts are set to witness a unique moment of solitude as they pass behind the Moon.
Peter Steinberger's OpenClaw called 'the next ChatGPT' by Jensen Huang
OpenClaw, a new AI assistant nicknamed 'lobster', is causing both excitement and concern in China due to its capabilities and potential cybersecurity risks.
IIT Delhi launches 7-month online AI leadership program, applications open
IIT Delhi has initiated applications for its seven-month online Advanced Programme in Technology & AI Leadership, targeting professionals seeking skills in AI and digital transformation.
Social media trial reminds me of tobacco cases: Whistleblower
A Los Angeles jury recently ruled that Meta and YouTube intentionally designed their products to be addictive and harm children.
NASA's Artemis II shows Moon parts never seen by humans
NASA's Artemis II crew has shared stunning new images of the Moon and the interior of their Orion spacecraft. The photos give a unique insight into life in space.
Apple approves eGPU drivers bringing external GPUs back to Macs
Tiny Corp announces that Apple Silicon-powered Mac devices now support external Nvidia and AMD GPUs, enhancing AI-based tasks and data processing capabilities.
UCSF researchers restore memory in older mice by lowering FTL1
Scientists have discovered that reducing a single protein, FTL1, can reverse memory loss and cognitive decline in aging brains.
Artemis II prepares for 1st crewed lunar flyby since Apollo
NASA's Artemis II crew is preparing for a record-breaking lunar flyby, with the event to be livestreamed as the spacecraft enters a critical phase of its mission.
Medical Microinstruments gets FDA IDE for Symani Alzheimer's trial
Medical Microinstruments, Inc. (MMI) is pioneering the use of precise robotic surgery for Alzheimer’s treatment, with FDA approval for human trials.
US jury holds Meta and YouTube liable over minors' warnings
Jeffrey Stephen Wigand, a biochemist and whistleblower from the tobacco industry, claims that Meta and YouTube intentionally created addictive products targeting children.
Artemis II to reach 406777km, break Apollo 13 record
The astronauts of Artemis II have entered the lunar sphere of influence, preparing for a close-up lunar flyby after a quiet Easter Sunday.
NASA's Artemis II to carry 4 astronauts beyond Earth's orbit
Artemis II, NASA's first crewed mission beyond Earth's orbit since 1972, aims to establish groundwork for sustainable lunar presence.
Amazon's Alexa+ lets Echo Show order Grubhub and Uber Eats
Amazon's AI-powered voice assistant, Alexa+, now enables users to order food from Grubhub and Uber Eats through natural conversation.
Google launches AI Edge Gallery app running Gemma 4 offline
Google's AI Edge Gallery app allows users to operate Gemma 4 AI models on Android and iOS devices locally. The app supports offline usage, ensuring privacy and faster responses.
FBI warns China based apps may share user data
The FBI has issued a public warning about the potential risks of foreign-developed apps, particularly Chinese ones, secretly stealing user data from iPhones and Android devices.
Anthropic accidentally leaked over 500,000 lines of Claude code
Less than a year after American AI firm Anthropic labeled China an 'enemy nation', the accidental leak of its popular Claude Code has sparked enthusiasm among Chinese developers.
Fusion draws $11B as India commits ₹745cr to ITER
Nuclear fusion, a potential commercial energy source, is attracting significant investment globally, with cumulative venture capital reaching approximately $11 billion.
NASA's Artemis 2 will fly 4 astronauts farthest from Earth
NASA's Artemis 2 mission crew, including astronauts Christina Koch and Reid Wiseman, are conducting tests and piloting maneuvers as they prepare to reach the Moon.
NASA Artemis faces 40-minute blackout as Orion slips behind Moon
The Artemis astronauts will experience a 40-minute communication blackout with Earth as they pass behind the Moon, reminiscent of Apollo missions' isolation periods.
NASA Artemis II Moon flyby April 6 after Orientale photos
The Artemis II astronauts made history by viewing the unseen Orientale basin on the moon, ahead of their anticipated lunar flyby.
MIT research suggests Starship refueling could cut Uranus travel time
SpaceX's next-generation rocket, Starship, could potentially halve the travel time to Uranus, transforming interplanetary missions.
NASA's Artemis 2 will observe solar eclipse from far side
The Artemis 2 crew is set to experience a rare total solar eclipse from beyond the moon, breaking humanity's all-time distance record.
OpenAI's secret role in Parents and Kids Safe AI Coalition
Nonprofit research groups express shock and dismay upon discovering that OpenAI, a leading AI company, has been secretly funding their work.
Watch: NASA's Artemis II crew snaps Moon's Orientale Basin
NASA has released an image of the Moon's far side, including the Orientale Basin.
Watch: Dozens of hidden stellar streams found in Milky Way
Astronomers have discovered dozens of faint star streams in the outer regions of the Milky Way galaxy.
Dharmendra Pradhan bats for 'Mahakal Standard Time': Why it matters
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has proposed that Ujjain, an ancient temple city in Madhya Pradesh, should be the new global center for time measurement.
Artemis II crew to rely on eyes for lunar observations
In a historic development, NASA sent its Artemis II crew on a journey around the Moon.
What are Artemis 2 astronauts eating in space?
NASA recently shared a video from the Orion spacecraft on its Artemis II lunar mission.
UIDAI now offering internship opportunity in Bengaluru: How to apply
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced an internship offer at its Technology Centre in Bengaluru.
China's gigantic underwater drones will be used for this purpose
China's ultra-large unmanned submersibles, the world's largest of their kind, are not intended to target the US West Coast.
Artemis II crew reports burning smell from $23M space toilet
Astronauts aboard the Artemis II mission have reported a strange burning smell coming from their spacecraft's advanced toilet system.
Why Microsoft is now building its own AI models
Microsoft is embarking on a new journey in the artificial intelligence (AI) space.
NASA astronauts pack personal items for Artemis II mission
The four astronauts on NASA's Artemis II mission have packed personal items to keep their spirits high during the journey.
WhatsApp gets native Apple CarPlay app: What's so special?
WhatsApp has launched a dedicated app for Apple CarPlay, making it easier for users to access their chat list, send messages, and also make calls directly from the CarPlay interface.
Anduril to develop space-based interceptors for Trump's Golden Dome project
Satellite start-up Impulse Space is collaborating with Anduril Industries to create prototypes of space-based interceptors.
NASA's Artemis II toilet costs $23M
NASA's Artemis II mission has made history by becoming the first to send the first-ever sophisticated, functioning toilet around the Moon.
How much NASA's Artemis II mission astronauts will get paid
NASA's Artemis II mission, which launched on April 1, is a landmark journey around the Moon.
ISRO conducting mission MITRA in Ladakh: What's the objective?
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched a new mission in Ladakh, aimed at testing the mental and physical strengths of astronauts.
Venus makes a return to evening sky: How to watch
Venus, the brightest planet visible to naked eye, is set to make a return in 2026.
3 new species of rove beetles discovered in Arunachal Pradesh
Three new species of rove beetles have been discovered in the forests of Arunachal Pradesh.
Just 40% Americans support data centers in their neighborhood: Poll
A recent survey by Harvard and MIT has revealed that 40% of Americans are in favor of data centers being built in their neighborhoods.
China's new gravity detector could help locate enemy nuclear submarines
Chinese researchers have developed a highly advanced gravity detector, which uses a superconducting quantum interference device (SQUID) to detect objects by measuring minute changes in gravitational forces.
Google AI Pro plan now offers 5TB of storage
Google has announced a major upgrade for its AI Pro subscribers, offering an increase in cloud storage from 2TB to a whopping 5TB.
DeepSeek V4 AI model to run on Huawei's chips
Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek is gearing up to launch its next-generation model, the DeepSeek V4. It will run on the latest chips designed by Huawei.
Google's Now Playing app gets 1st update: Check what's new
Google has rolled out the first update for its Now Playing app, which was launched in early March.
Russia's VPN crackdown triggered nationwide payment system failure: Telegram founder
Telegram founder Pavel Duvrov has blamed Russia's attempt to block Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for a major payment system failure in the country.
Google warns of another Chrome security flaw exploited by hackers
Google has issued a security warning for its Chrome browser after confirming that hackers have exploited a vulnerability in the system, marking the second such advisory in days.
EU blames cybercriminal group for cloud data breach
The European Union's cybersecurity agency, CERT-EU, has blamed a cybercriminal group called TeamPCP for a major data breach.
iFixit teardown reveals AirPods Max 2 are mostly unchanged
Apple's new AirPods Max 2 headphones have been torn down by iFixit, and the results are pretty much as expected.
Why NASA's Artemis-II mission is carrying a plushie into space
NASA's Artemis II mission, the first manned lunar mission in over half a century, has an unusual passenger - a small white stuffed animal.
WhatsApp will soon help you filter your business chats
WhatsApp is developing a new feature to help users filter their business chats.
iPhone 18 Pro arriving later this year with these upgrades
Apple is gearing up to launch its next flagship, the iPhone 18 Pro series, in September.
Claude just slammed the door on OpenClaw
Anthropic has announced a change in its policy that will make using OpenClaw with Claude AI more expensive.