It’s a choice you may face multiple times a day—and, at this point, your reaction is probably reflexive. Are you going to accept those internet cookies, reject them, or spend a little time customizing your settings? Increasingly, internet users are pushing back against cookies—the digital crumbs used by websites and advertisers to spot returning customers—by choosing […]
Northwestern University engineers have developed a small, wireless polygraph system you can wear. Unlike polygraphs used in television crime dramas, this wearable version isn’t optimized to detect lies. Instead, engineers and physicians designed it to sense underlying stress hidden deep within the body — no interrogation room required. The lightweight, bandage-like device gently adheres to […]
A new type of long-necked plant-eating dinosaur – the largest ever found in Southeast Asia – has been revealed in a study led by researchers at University College London (UCL), Mahasarakham University, Suranaree University of Technology and Sirindhorn Museum in Thailand. The dinosaur, described in a new paper in the journal Scientific Reports, was identified from […]
In a special ceremony hosted in Oslo, His Majesty King Herald V of Norway conferred upon Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi the ‘Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit’. The award is Norway’s highest honour bestowed on foreign Heads of Government, and is conferred in recognition of the outstanding service in the interest […]
Researchers have developed an ultrathin flexible film embedded with nanoscale gold particles that can efficiently convert tiny temperature changes into electrical signals — a breakthrough that could enable self-powered sensors, wearable electronics, smart photodetectors, low-grade heat harvesters, and next-generation energy-efficient devices for healthcare and environmental monitoring. As demand rises for lightweight, flexible, and low-power materials […]
Tehran has formally responded to a United States proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict and reopening negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program, according to Iranian state media and multiple international reports. The Iranian response was reportedly delivered through Pakistan, which has emerged as a key intermediary in backchannel diplomacy between Washington and Tehran. Iranian officials […]
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine has submitted a list of 1,000 detainees to Russia as part of preparations for a major prisoner exchange between the two sides amid the ongoing conflict. According to Ukraine’s presidential press service, Zelensky said the proposed “1,000 for 1,000” prisoner exchange was being actively prepared and was expected to […]
The atmosphere of Bengaluru,the environment here, is something quite unique;This city is known worldwide for software and services, but this city has also taken India’s cultural identity, Spirituality, and spiritual consciousness to new heights: PM Seva Paramo Dharma (Service is the supreme duty), is the natural character of our society: PM Our Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, […]
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today inaugurated Sindhu Hospital in Hyderabad. The Prime Minister said that the hospital is a laudable effort to improve healthcare infrastructure in the city and surrounding areas. He also appreciated the emphasis on integrating latest technology and innovation by the hospital team. The Prime Minister posted on X; “Inaugurated […]
Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Sunday unveiled a nine-member Cabinet that reflects a calibrated blend of political experience, administrative expertise and youthful representation as Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam formally assumed power in the State. The team includes former AIADMK heavyweights, ex-bureaucrats, political strategists, professionals and first-time legislators, signalling Vijay’s attempt to balance continuity with […]
Popular Tamil hero and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam founder C. Joseph Vijay on Sunday assumed office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and immediately announced a series of welfare and governance measures, marking an assertive start to his first term in office. Soon after taking charge, Vijay signed official files approving 200 units of free […]
For decades, Tata Consultancy Services has been considered one of India’s most stable career launchpads, a corporate finishing school for thousands of engineering graduates entering the software industry. But beneath the company’s image as a reliable gateway into India’s technology sector, employee testimonies reveal growing dissatisfaction among younger professionals, many of whom see TCS less […]
As artificial intelligence is reaching its pinnacle, deeply embedded into the global economy, the world may no longer be divided merely by military power or economic influence. Instead, nations could increasingly be separated by access to computing power, semiconductor supply chains, data infrastructure and AI governance frameworks. That emerging divide is now forcing countries across […]
Amazon’s Great Summer Sale 2026 in the country has rolled out major discounts on smart TVs across categories, with several 4K and QLED models from leading brands now available below the Rs 30,000 mark. The annual sale event, which began this week, is offering steep price cuts on televisions and home entertainment devices, along with additional […]
Meta Platforms has discontinued end-to-end encrypted direct messages on Instagram globally, marking a major reversal in the company’s earlier push toward privacy-focused messaging across its social media platforms. The feature was officially withdrawn from May 8, 2026, ending Instagram’s optional encrypted messaging system that had allowed users to secure private conversations from third-party access, including […]
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus issued a rare direct public message to residents of Tenerife on Friday, urging calm and solidarity as Spanish authorities prepare to receive a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak. In a statement addressed specifically to “the people of Tenerife,” Tedros acknowledged public anxiety surrounding the arrival of […]
When the submarine volcano Hunga Tonga–Hunga Ha’apai in the South Pacific erupted in January 2022, it was not only one of the most violent volcanic eruptions in modern times. The volcano also did something completely unexpected: it helped clean up some of the methane pollution it released. This phenomenon could potentially be key to how […]
New evidence has been unearthed which show that massive stars can initiate star formation in nearby areas thus helping shape the evolution of star-forming regions. Stars are born inside vast clouds of gas and dust known as molecular clouds. While most stars in our Galaxy have masses similar to the Sun, a few are much […]
The UK‑led OpenBind initiative has reached a major milestone with the release of its first publicly available dataset and predictive AI model, a groundbreaking step toward accelerating the discovery of new medicines using artificial intelligence. The release showcases how engineering the production of AI-ready data is not only feasible but essential to evolving AI tools for scientific […]
The new Aadhaar App has witnessed rapid public adoption, recording more than 21 million downloads within just three months of launch, reflecting growing acceptance of digital identity services and easier access to Aadhaar-related facilities. According to official data, millions of users are increasingly relying on the app for services such as updating mobile numbers and […]