TECHNOLOGY
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Jan- 2025 -30 January
After 237 days in space, Sunita Williams trying to ‘remember what it is like to walk’
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams has been stranded at the International Space Station since June 2024, after the faulty Starliner was declared unfit for human travel by NASA New Delhi: After being stuck for 237 days in space, Indian-Origin astronaut Sunita Williams said she is trying to ‘remember what it is like to walk’. Williams has been stranded at the International Space Station since June 2024, after the faulty Starliner was declared unfit for human travel by NASA. Speaking to students from Needham High School in the US on January 27, the 59-year-old NASA astronaut revealed what it was like living at the space station. “I’ve been up here long enough right now I’ve been trying to remember what it’s like to walk. I…
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29 January
Infosys co-founder Kris Gopalakrishnan booked under SC/ST Atrocities Act
The complainant, Durgappa, claimed that in 2014, he was falsely implicated in a honey trap case and subsequently dismissed from service at the Indian Institute of Science. He also alleged that he was subjected to casteist abuse and threats Bengaluru: A case was registered against Infosys co-founder Senapathy Kris Gopalakrishnan, former IISc Director Balaram and 16 others under the Prevention of SC/ST Atrocities Act on Monday. The case was registered at the Sadashiva Nagar police station based on the directions of the 71st city civil and session court (CCH). The complainant, Durgappa, who belongs to the tribal Bovi community, was a faculty member at the Centre for Sustainable Technology at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). He claimed that in 2014,…
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29 January
Microsoft eyeing TikTok, says US President Trump
Last week, the artificial intelligence startup Perplexity AI sent a proposal to ByteDance for merging TikTok’s business with it in the US. Several other investors have spoken publicly about their desire to purchase TikTok’s US platform Washington: President Donald Trump said on Monday evening that Microsoft is among the US companies looking to take control of TikTok to help the popular app avert an effective ban that could kick-in in April. “I would say yes,” Trump told reporters when asked if Microsoft was one of the companies interested in helping to bring about a new ownership of TikTok, a requirement set by Congress to keep the app functioning in the US. Trump added on Monday other companies were also interested in…
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29 January
Samsung takes a step forward in coral reef restoration
The company has developed Ocean Mode technology, available on Galaxy S24 Ultra, which allows divers to take high-quality underwater images of coral reefs Hyderabad: Samsung has launched a new technology, Ocean Mode, to assist coral reef restoration activists and researchers in coastal communities with more effective mapping of affected areas. According to the company, the technology, available on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, allows divers to take high-quality underwater images of coral reefs. It can reduce several challenges such as motion blur, which occurs when divers swim above the reefs to take photos when capturing such images. The camera optimises white balance, enhancing underwater content capture and ensuring accurate photos. The new technology automatically takes photos every two seconds. Images captured in this…
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29 January
Young working adults sleep less, do not workout: Study
The study led by scientists at the University of Cambridge found that physical activity increases initially and later drops down significantly. New Delhi: When young adults begin their professional life, their amount of daily physical activity as well as sleep — essential for healthy well-being — falls steeply, according to a study on Tuesday. The study led by scientists at the University of Cambridge found that physical activity increases initially and later drops down significantly. Young adults who increased their physical activity were those doing semi-routine occupations such as bus driving or hairdressing, and routine occupations such as cleaning or waiting, or technical jobs. Conversely, people entering managerial or professional occupations did not engage in physical activity. The largest drop in levels…
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29 January
Countdown for ISRO’s 100th mission begins at Sriharikota
The GSLV with indigenous Cryogenic upper stage in its 17th flight, carrying the navigation satellite NVS-02, is scheduled for lift-off at 6.23 am on January 29 Sriharikota, (Andhra Pradesh): The 27-hour countdown for ISRO’s historic 100th mission from this spaceport, launch of a navigation satellite onboard a GSLV rocket, commenced on Tuesday, sources in the space agency said. Also, this would be the first mission for ISRO Chairman V Narayanan, who assumed office on January 13. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) with indigenous Cryogenic upper stage in its 17th flight, carrying the navigation satellite NVS-02, is scheduled for lift-off at 6.23 am on January 29 from the second launch pad here. The navigation satellite is the second in the series of the…
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28 January
Pralay missile makes debut at Republic Day parade
The missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation, is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. It is a short-range surface-to-surface missile with a payload capacity of 500-1,000 kg. It has a range of 150 to 500 km New Delhi: For the first time, indigenously developed short-range tactical missile Pralay was showcased at the Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path here on Sunday. The missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. It is a short-range surface-to-surface missile with a payload capacity of 500-1,000 kg. It has a range of 150 to 500 km. The grand parade in the national capital featured an array of indigenously built missiles, surveillance systems and…
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28 January
IIT-Guwahati researchers develop nanomaterial to detect mercury in human cells
The research team, have figured out a modification that ensures perovskite nanocrystals, known for their exceptional properties to detect metal ions, maintain their functionality over extended periods, making them highly effective for practical use, a press release said. Hyderabad: Researchers from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati have developed an innovative cost-effective method to identify toxic metals like mercury in human cells. The research team, have figured out a modification that ensures perovskite nanocrystals, known for their exceptional properties to detect metal ions, maintain their functionality over extended periods, making them highly effective for practical use, a press release said. Perovskite nanocrystals, which are about 100,000 times smaller than a human hair, interact with light in significant ways, enabling them to…
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27 January
Pralay missile makes debut at Republic Day parade
The missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation, is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. It is a short-range surface-to-surface missile with a payload capacity of 500-1,000 kg. It has a range of 150 to 500 km New Delhi: For the first time, indigenously developed short-range tactical missile Pralay was showcased at the Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path here on Sunday. The missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. It is a short-range surface-to-surface missile with a payload capacity of 500-1,000 kg. It has a range of 150 to 500 km. The grand parade in the national capital featured an array of indigenously built missiles, surveillance systems and…
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26 January
Zaggle inaugurates corporate office in Hyderabad’s Financial District
The new office, which can accommodate over 400 employees, has cutting-edge functionalities, such as automated standing desks, soundproof phone booths, and dedicated green spaces on offer Hyderabad: Zaggle on Saturday announced the inauguration of its new corporate office at Vamsiram Suvarna Durga Tech Park (VSD) in Hyderabad’s Financial District. Spanning an expansive 17,500 sft, the workspace is designed to enhance the company’s global operations and core business functions. Well-known startup founders, including Raju Vanapala, Rohith Chennamaneni, Taran Chhabra, Rajiv Chilaka, Subram Kapoor, Sundari Patibanda, Mansi Gandhi and Aditya Vuchi, participated in the launch of the new office, according to a press release. The new office can accommodate over 400 employees and offers cutting-edge functionalities, such as automated standing desks, soundproof phone booths, and dedicated green spaces. Employees can also enjoy recreational amenities, including a cricket pitch and a 190-inch digital wall for corporate updates. The new facility reflects Zaggle’s focus on developing cutting-edge SaaS FinTech solutions…
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