Science & Tech

“City-Killer” Asteroid Captured by Telescope; NASA Assesses Threat Level

18 Feb 2025 16:02 PM IST

NASA astronomer Bryce Bolin, who participated in the imaging, described the discovery as both a concern and a scientific opportunity.

Tesla Begins Hiring in India, Hints at Entry Plans Following Elon Musk-PM Modi Discussion

18 Feb 2025 13:00 PM IST

Tesla is hiring in India, hinting at market entry following Elon Musk’s recent meeting with PM Modi and President Trump.

Russia Hits Google with Fine Over YouTube Videos on Soldier Surrender Tactics

18 Feb 2025 12:39 PM IST

Google faces another fine in Russia for hosting YouTube content that allegedly shows soldiers how to surrender.

India Plans Limited F-35 Purchase to Address Fighter Jet Shortage, Following Rafale Model

17 Feb 2025 11:11 AM IST

India is considering buying F-35 jets in a limited government-to-government deal to manage its fighter aircraft shortage.

South Korea Suspends DeepSeek App Over Data Concerns

17 Feb 2025 09:34 AM IST

South Korea has suspended the Chinese AI app DeepSeek over data privacy issues, following global security concerns.

NQM 2023: What Our IITs Are Doing For National Security

16 Feb 2025 22:15 PM IST

India's National Quantum Mission advances quantum computing positioning the nation in the global quantum race.

Massive Black Hole, 600,000 Times Sun’s Mass, to Collide with Milky Way

16 Feb 2025 17:46 PM IST

Astronomers identified a hidden black hole, 600,000 times the Sun’s mass, in the Large Magellanic Cloud. It was detected through hypervelocity stars ejected by its gravitational pull. This black hole may eventually merge with the Milky Way in about 2 billion years.

Scientists Name New Frog Species After Hollywood Star Leonardo DiCaprio

16 Feb 2025 17:15 PM IST

The frog, which inhabits the Western Mountain Forest in El Oro province, Ecuador, is small and brown with darker markings on its body.

Elon Musk Announces Grok 3 Chatbot to be Released on Monday

16 Feb 2025 14:30 PM IST

Elon Musk announces the release of Grok 3, a powerful AI chatbot. It’s set to outperform existing models. A live demo is scheduled for Monday.

NASA Shares Stunning Video of Rare Twilight Clouds on Mars | WATCH

15 Feb 2025 15:43 PM IST

NASA’s Curiosity rover captured rare twilight clouds on Mars, made of carbon dioxide and water ice. These clouds create colorful, iridescent effects and offer clues about the Martian atmosphere. The phenomenon has been observed for four consecutive years, with scientists still exploring its formation.

‘Not for Sale’: OpenAI Board Rejects Musk’s .4 Billion Offer

‘Not for Sale’: OpenAI Board Rejects Musk’s $97.4 Billion Offer

15 Feb 2025 12:32 PM IST

OpenAI rejected Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion bid, stating it is not for sale and reaffirming its nonprofit mission. Musk, who co-founded OpenAI but later left, accused the company of prioritizing profit over public good. The rejection escalates ongoing legal and public disputes between Musk and OpenAI’s leadership.

Blue Origin Slashes 1,000 Jobs As Bezos’ Space Ambitions Face Cost-Cutting Reality

14 Feb 2025 21:41 PM IST

The layoffs, affecting over 1,000 employees, aim to cut bureaucracy and refocus efforts on upcoming missions, including a 2025 moon landing. CEO Dave Limp emphasized efficiency amid growing competition with SpaceX.