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29 Sep 2026
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HMD launches Vibe2 Pro 5G in India with Dimensity 6300

HMD has introduced the Vibe2 Pro 5G in India, featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, a large 6,000mAh battery, and a smooth 6.78-inch Full HD+ display for under ₹15,000.

29 Sep 2026
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SpaceX Starship reaches orbit despite engine shutdown during Texas test

SpaceX's latest Starship test flight experienced an engine failure, raising concerns for NASA's Artemis programme, which plans to use the spacecraft for lunar missions.

29 Sep 2026
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Pacific El Nino strengthens as temperatures hit 2nd-highest since 2008

El Niño has intensified to near-record levels, with the Nino3.4 index reaching 2.72°C, as models predict further warming of the tropical Pacific through spring and summer.

29 Sep 2026
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NASA considering revival of retired SR-71A Blackbird tail no. 844

NASA is reportedly considering a project to return the iconic SR-71A Blackbird spy plane to flight after nearly 27 years, seeking expertise from former engineers.

29 Sep 2026
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EON patents MIRA telescope ahead of SpaceX MOI-1A launch

EON Space Labs has been granted a patent for MIRA, a miniaturized space telescope-based imaging system, enhancing India's capabilities in advanced electro-optical technologies.

Avoiding spam calls in India will become easier soon

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a new directive, mandating telecom operators to take action against pesky callers flagged by their artificial intelligence (AI)-based caller ID systems.

29 Sep 2026
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NEAR Intents' shield blocks over $50 million tied to Bitget hack

NEAR Intents has intercepted over $50 million in cross-chain transactions linked to the Bitget hack, utilizing its SHIELD mechanism to flag and halt suspicious activities.

29 Sep 2026
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IIT Madras study finds educated professionals vulnerable to financial cybercrime

A study by IIT Madras found that educated professionals, including IT and finance experts, are frequently victims of financial cybercrime in India.

29 Sep 2026
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Samsung expands One UI 9 rollout for Galaxy S26 phones

Samsung has expanded the Android 17-based One UI 9 update to more Galaxy S26 users in the US, introducing new features for AI, privacy, and Samsung Health.

29 Sep 2026
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McDonald's uses AI to guide menu pricing, spurring franchise concerns

McDonald's is using artificial intelligence to optimize menu prices, creating variations based on customer willingness to pay and potentially raising antitrust concerns.

29 Sep 2026
• Apple

Apple may change its iPhone launch cycle from 2027

Apple is said to be considering a major shift in its iPhone launch schedule for 2027.

29 Sep 2026
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OpenAI apologizes to Australian government after June Medicare portal cyberattack

OpenAI has apologised for a cyber incident involving unauthorized access to Australian government websites, revealing details about the hack affecting Medicare and other agencies.

29 Sep 2026
• Boeing

Boeing Starliner to fly uncrewed after Sunita Williams ordeal

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is slated for an uncrewed test flight in 2027.

29 Sep 2026
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JBL Tune Buds drop to $50 on Amazon today

JBL Tune Buds are now available for just $50 on Amazon, offering a budget-friendly alternative to AirPods with features like noise-cancellation and up to 48 hours of battery life.

29 Sep 2026
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Meta launches Muse to help small businesses and diversify revenue

Meta is integrating its AI agent Muse with tools like Shopify, Stripe, and Canva to assist small businesses in operations and customer acquisition.

29 Sep 2026
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Anthropic readies IPO and warns AI could pose existential risks

Anthropic's IPO prospectus reportedly cautions that advanced AI could pose catastrophic risks to humanity, as the company eyes a potential $2 trillion valuation.

29 Sep 2026
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Mark Zuckerberg taps Chirantan Desai to lead Meta Enterprise Platform

Meta has introduced the Meta Enterprise Platform to sell its AI models and tools to businesses, competing with Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI.

29 Sep 2026
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India Mobile Congress October 7-10 New Delhi focuses on automation

India Mobile Congress 2026 will highlight industrial automation's role in transforming manufacturing, as connectivity and robotics reshape India's production landscape.

29 Sep 2026
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Lumio launches Aura 5 bookshelf speakers in India at ₹24,999

Lumio has introduced the Aura 5 active bookshelf speakers in India, priced at Rs 24,999, featuring a high-fidelity setup and available on Amazon from October 15, 2026.

29 Sep 2026
• OpenAI

OpenAI DevDay 2026: When and where to watch keynote

OpenAI is gearing up for its much-anticipated DevDay 2026 on September 29.

29 Sep 2026
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NVIDIA's Jensen Huang says AI reshapes which skills matter

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argues that the decline in basic math skills among students may be a reasonable trade-off for developing new capabilities in an AI-driven world.

29 Sep 2026
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Orforglipron oral pill aids type 2 diabetes and chronic obesity

Orforglipron, a daily oral medication, effectively aids weight loss in women across all life stages, including pre-menopausal and post-menopausal phases.

29 Sep 2026
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Diden Spider climbs steel walls and ceilings with magnetic feet

The Diden Spider, developed by South Korea's Diden Robotics, is a quadruped robot capable of climbing steel walls and performing welding tasks in challenging shipyard environments.

29 Sep 2026
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Meta to charge for WhatsApp Business utility messages in India

From October 1, 2026, Meta will revise its WhatsApp Business Platform pricing in India, charging for utility messages previously free within a 24-hour window.

29 Sep 2026
• Amazon

Your AI agent can now buy things on Shopify

Shopify, the e-commerce platform, has announced that browser-based artificial intelligence (AI) agents can complete purchases on its merchants' sites.

29 Sep 2026
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Tech creator uses OpenAI GPT-6 Astra to automate TTD booking

A tech creator tested GPT-6 Astra's ability to book accommodation on the TTD website, raising questions about AI access and account security.

29 Sep 2026
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Apple expands Siri capabilities and device support with iOS 27

Apple's revamped Siri AI is coming to select iPhone, iPad, and Mac models with the latest software updates. Not all devices will support these advanced features.

29 Sep 2026
• Mars

China plans to map whole surface of Mars by 2028

China plans to create a comprehensive geological map of Mars by the end of 2028.

29 Sep 2026
• Guinness World Records

Chinese team sets Guinness World Record for underwater drone deployment

A team from Northwestern Polytechnical University and Xian Tianhe Maritime Technologies in China, has set a Guinness World Record for the most autonomous underwater drones operating simultaneously.

29 Sep 2026
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India Mobile Congress 2026 rolls out Viksit Tech 47 platform

India Mobile Congress 2026 introduces 'Viksit Tech 47' to support Indian tech companies in building global brands and enhancing India's tech value chain.

29 Sep 2026
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India's Advertising Standards Council mandates AI disclosures within 3 months

The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has introduced guidelines mandating the labelling of AI-generated content in ads to prevent consumer deception.

29 Sep 2026
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Lava unveils ₹16,699 Shark 2 Pro 5G with Vayu AI

Lava has introduced the Shark 2 Pro 5G, a mid-range smartphone featuring a 6.75-inch HD+ display and Vayu AI assistant, priced at ₹16,699.

29 Sep 2026
• IBM

IBM and Yotta launch sovereign AI platform for Indian businesses

IBM and Yotta Data Services have launched a new sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) platform for Indian enterprises.

29 Sep 2026
• Anthropic

Why godfathers of AI are worried about 'intelligence explosion'

Geoffrey Hinton and Yoshua Bengio, two leading figures in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), have warned governments to prepare for an AI "intelligence explosion."

29 Sep 2026
• Google

Google challenges EU order to share data with AI rivals

Google has appealed against a European Union (EU) decision that requires it to share user data with rival search engines, and make its Android operating system accessible to competing artificial intelligence (AI) services.

29 Sep 2026
• Indian Government

Social media accounts for under-18s might be banned in India

The Indian government is planning to amend the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules.

29 Sep 2026
• ChatGPT

Florida seeks ban on ChatGPT's 'human-like' attributes

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a motion seeking to ban OpenAI from giving its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, "false human attributes."

29 Sep 2026
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OPPO launches K14 Plus in India with 1.5K 144Hz display

Oppo unveiled the K14 Plus in India, featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Max processor and starting at ₹29,999. The smartphone will be available from October 8.

29 Sep 2026
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OpenAI proposes safety cases after bots accessed Australian healthcare portal

OpenAI introduces stricter safety protocols for frontier AI training, following Nvidia's lead, as recent incidents highlight vulnerabilities in autonomous agents.

29 Sep 2026
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Bill Gates warns AI may let small groups commit cybercrime

Bill Gates cautions that AI misuse by bad actors poses immediate threats to banking systems and electricity grids, urging for mandatory safeguards and international cooperation.

29 Sep 2026
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OpenAI DevDay 2026 in San Francisco, Sam Altman to keynote

OpenAI's DevDay 2026 will feature a livestreamed keynote at 10 AM PT on September 29, with expected announcements on AI agents and potential new subscription tiers.

29 Sep 2026
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Perplexity and NVIDIA test 9 AI models for breakout risk

Perplexity's CEO, Aravind Srinivas, tasked nine AI models with breaching their sandbox platform; none succeeded in escaping the virtual machine during 108 test runs.

29 Sep 2026
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IBM and Yotta launch India AI platform combining watsonx Shakti

IBM and Yotta Data Services have introduced a sovereign AI platform for Indian enterprises, enabling deployment of AI agents while maintaining data control within India.

29 Sep 2026
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Boeing's Starliner to fly uncrewed late 2026 or early 2027

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is set for an uncrewed test flight in 2027 after thruster issues stranded astronauts on the ISS in 2024.

29 Sep 2026
• NVIDIA

NVIDIA unveils system to quarantine rogue AI in milliseconds

NVIDIA has unveiled a new safety platform, the Open Agent Safety Platform, to monitor and contain artificial intelligence (AI) agents. The move comes amid a spate of rogue hacking incidents.

29 Sep 2026
• OpenAI

OpenAI cancels Astra 6.1 launch over safety concerns

OpenAI has decided to cancel the launch of its new artificial intelligence (AI) model, Astra 6.1, due to safety concerns.

29 Sep 2026
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Duo-Man turns Apple's soon-to-launch foldable iPhone Duo into Walkman

Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone Duo will feature Duo-Man, an app by Vidit Bhargava that transforms the device into a nostalgic virtual Walkman experience.

29 Sep 2026
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Google appeals EU Digital Markets Act order over privacy concerns

Google has appealed an EU decision requiring it to share search data and open Android to AI rivals, citing privacy and security concerns.

29 Sep 2026
• Meta

AI start-up Instinct raises $1B at $10B valuation

Instinct, an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, has raised $1 billion in its Series C funding round. The latest investment included Sequoia Capital, Benchmark Capital, and Coatue.

29 Sep 2026
• Android

Google sets 2034 end date for ChromeOS

Google has officially confirmed its plan to phase out ChromeOS updates by mid-2034.

29 Sep 2026
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Meta enterprise platform launched amid reports AI accessed government systems

Just days after AI agents breached government networks, Meta launched the Meta Enterprise Platform to help businesses leverage advanced AI tools for growth and transformation.

29 Sep 2026
• Starship

SpaceX Starship reaches orbit for first time despite engine glitch

SpaceX has successfully launched its massive Starship into orbit for the first time. The mission, which took off from Texas, was primarily aimed at delivering 26 of the most advanced Starlink satellites to space.

29 Sep 2026
• Anthropic

Anthropic's Sonnet 5.5 makes AI coding faster and cheaper

Anthropic has launched Claude Sonnet 5.5, a more efficient alternative to its powerful model, Opus 5.5.

29 Sep 2026
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Pentagon and FBI report breaches exposing millions of personnel records

A Pentagon database breach exposed sensitive information of over 3 million individuals, while the FBI investigates a separate incident involving its jobs website.

29 Sep 2026
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NASA and Boeing plan Starliner-1 uncrewed test in 2026-27

NASA and Boeing are preparing for the uncrewed Starliner-1 mission in late 2026 or early 2027, aiming to validate spacecraft improvements and gather critical flight data.

29 Sep 2026
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Harvard study finds AI tutor more than doubles physics gains

A Harvard study found that students using an AI tutor achieved over twice the learning gains compared to traditional classroom methods.

29 Sep 2026
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Anthropic readies IPO as Claude AI drives nearly $4.6B revenue

Anthropic believes AI could revolutionize the global economy more profoundly than industrialization, electricity, and the internet, as it prepares for a significant public listing.

29 Sep 2026
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Elon Musk: Starship could reach hourly flights in 2-3 years

Elon Musk envisions SpaceX's Starship achieving an hourly launch cadence within three years, marking a significant shift from its current operational pace.

29 Sep 2026
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Nothing launches $399 Headphone (1) Pro against Sony and Bose

Nothing Technologies Ltd. has unveiled the Headphone (1) Pro, a $399 high-end wireless headphone, aiming to challenge Sony, Apple, and Bose in the premium audio segment.

29 Sep 2026
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SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit deploys 26 Starlink V3 satellites

SpaceX's Starship successfully reached orbit for the first time, deploying 26 advanced Starlink satellites, but the mission ended early due to engine issues.

29 Sep 2026
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Gemini adds Google Wallet integration for personalized spending and budgeting

The Gemini Connected App now integrates with Google Wallet, offering personalized insights from saved information like loyalty cards and transaction data for US users.

29 Sep 2026
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Android September 2026 updates add improvements under Google services

September 2026 brings a range of updates to Android, enhancing features across Play services, Play Store, and system management for phones, Wear OS, Auto, and more.

29 Sep 2026
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NASA gives Boeing Starliner another shot after 2024 mishap

NASA has unveiled plans for new missions using Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, following a previous test flight that left astronauts stranded at the ISS due to propulsion issues.

29 Sep 2026
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Study links earlier menopause with faster memory decline, Alzheimer's risk

An 18-year study suggests earlier menopause may be linked to faster cognitive decline and increased Alzheimer's risk in women.

29 Sep 2026
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Google replaces Assistant with Gemini on Android devices this September

Google has completed the transition from Google Assistant to Gemini on mobile devices, with the change now widely implemented across the US and Europe.

29 Sep 2026
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Swiss researchers unveil cyber-thing robotic hand that scuttles on surfaces

A Swiss team created a mechanical hand inspired by "The Thing," capable of independent movement and fine motor tasks, potentially enhancing future robotic versatility.

29 Sep 2026
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Shopify lets browser-based AI agents complete purchases on merchants' sites

Shopify now allows browser-based AI agents to complete purchases, enhancing their capabilities beyond product searching and cart management with new checkout tools.

29 Sep 2026
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Microsoft hires human reviewers for Copilot AI, sparking privacy questions

Human contractors hired by Microsoft are reviewing users' explicit AI prompts, raising privacy concerns as they evaluate disturbing content to improve the Copilot AI's performance.

29 Sep 2026
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US government rolls out Google and Microsoft AI for FOIA

The U.S. government is increasing its use of AI tools to automate redactions in Freedom of Information Act requests, aiming to reduce processing times significantly.

29 Sep 2026
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Scientists recreate Enceladus ocean and find moon could support life

Researchers have recreated Enceladus's ocean conditions in a lab, discovering that Earth microbes can survive, suggesting the moon's ocean could potentially support life.

29 Sep 2026
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SpaceX's Starship achieves 1st orbital success after 13 tests

SpaceX's Starship achieved orbit on its 14th test flight despite an early engine shutdown, successfully deploying 26 advanced Starlink V3 satellites before a planned splashdown.

29 Sep 2026
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Anthropic launches Claude Sonnet 5.5, keeps $2/$10 per million pricing

Claude Sonnet 5.5, part of the Claude 5.5 family, offers a faster and lower-cost AI solution for enterprise tasks, maintaining the same pricing as its predecessor.

29 Sep 2026
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NVIDIA's Jensen Huang defends distillation amid US China theft claims

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang views AI model distillation as competition, contrasting with US officials who label it as intellectual property theft amid tensions with Chinese companies.

ElevenLabs' new AI model supports enhanced speech capabilities, 90+ languages

ElevenLabs, a leading player in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), has launched its latest speech models: ElevenLabs v4 and v4 Turbo.

28 Sep 2026
• Falcon 9

Watch: SpaceX's Starship successfully deploys next-gen internet satellites

SpaceX's Starlink satellites were seen flying in formation after being deployed from the Starship spacecraft during its 14th flight test.

28 Sep 2026
• Deepinder Goyal

Deepinder Goyal reveals team behind Temple's Brain Flow tech

Deepinder Goyal has announced the team of scientists who developed Temple's Brain Flow. The innovative tech is worn on the side of the forehead.

28 Sep 2026
• SpaceX

India's first orbital data center to be launched in 2028

Hyderabad-based TakeMe2Space is gearing up to launch India's first orbital data center.

28 Sep 2026
• Jensen Huang

NVIDIA's new tools can prevent AI agents from going rogue

NVIDIA, the semiconductor giant, has launched two open-source software security tools.

28 Sep 2026
• Anthropic

Watch: SNL roasts Anthropic CEO over his AI slowdown comments

Dario Amodei, the CEO of AI company Anthropic, has been mocked on a popular US television show, Saturday Night Live (SNL).

28 Sep 2026
• Meta

Meta's Muse finalized Facebook Marketplace deal without user's consent

Meta's Muse AI agent has been accused of sharing a user's address and finalizing a Facebook Marketplace deal without their consent.

28 Sep 2026
• Apple

Ex-Apple engineer launches AI agent that can shop and browse

Nikhil Gupta, a former Apple engineer who worked on the Apple Intelligence platform and Siri, has launched an innovative AI agent called szn.

28 Sep 2026
• Virginia

17-year-old builds AI startup after school bans ChatGPT

Navya Tuteja, a 17-year-old high school student from Virginia, has launched an AI start-up called Raaha.

28 Sep 2026
• SpaceX

SpaceX's Starship megarocket blasts off to orbit

SpaceX has performed its most crucial Starship launch today.

28 Sep 2026
• Flipkart

Gemini AI could soon let you buy products from Flipkart

Google is testing a new shopping feature in India that could let users purchase select Flipkart products directly from its AI-powered interfaces, Gemini and AI Mode.

28 Sep 2026
• Anthropic

Anthropic won't attend AI hearing in Australia this week

Anthropic, the company behind the AI chatbot Claude, has decided not to attend an Australian Senate committee hearing on artificial intelligence (AI) this week.

28 Sep 2026
• Reliance Jio

JioShield service launched in India: How it protects your family

Reliance Jio has launched a new subscription-based service called JioShield, aimed at enhancing family safety.

28 Sep 2026
• Hawaii

Super El Nino fuels three major storms across Pacific

Satellite imagery has captured three storm systems swirling across the Pacific Ocean, highlighting an intense El Nino-season pattern.

28 Sep 2026
• Apple

Truecaller launches tool to check suspicious phone numbers, links, messages

Truecaller, the Swedish company known for its caller ID service with over 500 million users, has launched a new tool called Scam Checker.

28 Sep 2026
• Indian Government

National Digital Tourism Stack launched: What is it?

In a major move to enhance the travel experience, the Indian government has launched the National Digital Tourism Stack.

28 Sep 2026
• OpenAI

Sachin Tendulkar partners with OpenAI to explore ChatGPT's potential

Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has announced his partnership with OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT.

DRDO developing indigenous lightweight bulletproof glass for armored vehicles

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has partnered with the CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI) on a ₹50 crore project.

28 Sep 2026
• ChatGPT

OpenAI, Anthropic probe tens of thousands of AI safety incidents

Leading artificial intelligence (AI) companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic, are looking into tens of thousands of security incidents.

28 Sep 2026
• Apple

Apple is working on new Vision Pro headset

Apple is developing a new version of its Vision Pro headset, codenamed N224, according to Bloomberg.

28 Sep 2026
• Google

OpenAI agents used restricted methods to access a UN website

OpenAI's artificial intelligence (AI) agents have been accused of aggressively scanning the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) statistics site.

28 Sep 2026
• NVIDIA

China may allow Alibaba, ByteDance to buy NVIDIA chips

The Chinese government is considering allowing companies like Alibaba and ByteDance to purchase NVIDIA's new RTX Pro 5500 chips, The Information reported.

28 Sep 2026
• SpaceX

Indian start-up to launch orbital computing satellite aboard SpaceX rocket

Indian space start-up TakeMe2Space is gearing up to launch what it describes as the country's first orbital computing satellite.

28 Sep 2026
• Elon Musk

Starship set for historic orbital launch today: How to watch

SpaceX is set for a historic event as its Starship megarocket prepares for its first-ever orbital launch.

28 Sep 2026
• Bill Gates

Bill Gates tells Trump AI risks are 'not a hoax'

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has pushed back against US President Donald Trump's skepticism over the need to slow down artificial intelligence (AI) development.

27 Sep 2026
• Amazon

Google tests Flipkart purchases directly through Gemini and AI Mode

Google is testing a new feature in India that lets users buy products from Walmart-owned Flipkart directly through its Gemini and AI Mode.

27 Sep 2026
• Solar System

Icy moons unlikely to lose their underground oceans easily

A recent study has shown that even after a massive collision, icy moons can reform and retain their subsurface oceans.

27 Sep 2026
• Kerala

Kerala government's website compromised by Pakistani hackers

The official website of the General Administration Department (GAD) of the Kerala government was compromised today.

27 Sep 2026
• India

Government incentives, supply chain shifts helping India's chip ecosystem: BCG

Boston Consulting Group's (BCG) Managing Director, Ankush Wadhera, has said that the growing demand for electronics in India is creating a major opportunity for the country to build a domestic chip ecosystem.

27 Sep 2026
• China

China now leads global race for AI talent: Study

China is now leading the global race for elite artificial intelligence (AI) talent, a new study has revealed.

27 Sep 2026
• OpenAI

OpenAI reveals skills that AI cannot replace yet

OpenAI has released a report detailing the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on workplace skills.

27 Sep 2026
• Anthropic

Hackers are stealing AI subscriptions to run models for free

Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting artificial intelligence (AI) accounts and computing infrastructure, according to a report by the Financial Times.

27 Sep 2026
• Donald Trump

Meta, YouTube will run ads for 'Musk' documentary after all

Meta and YouTube have now agreed to accept advertisements for director Alex Gibney's upcoming documentary on Elon Musk, reversing their earlier decisions to reject the campaign.

27 Sep 2026
• Sam Altman

Why OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs have been summoned by Australian Senate

The CEOs of OpenAI and Anthropic, Sam Altman and Dario Amodei respectively, have been called to appear before the Australian Senate.

Pope Leo XIV warns AI could erode our humanity

Pope Leo XIV has raised alarms over the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) at the start of his three-day official visit to France.

27 Sep 2026
• China

China just refueled a satellite in high Earth orbit

Chinese researchers have conducted a groundbreaking satellite-to-satellite refueling operation in high Earth orbit.