Indian-origin Nasa astronaut Anil Menon has launched on an eight-month mission to the International Space Station. He will conduct critical experiments on AI-assisted medical diagnostics, advanced semiconductor manufacturing, and bioprinting in microgravity, paving the way for future deep-space exploration to the Moon and Mars while benefiting Earth-based technologies.

Meta has swiftly removed its new AI image generation feature, Muse Image, from Instagram following widespread user backlash over privacy and copyright concerns. The move underscores the growing scrutiny on AI ethics and user data, impacting millions of Indian Instagram users.

Scientists are astounded by the Andean leaf-eared mouse, found thriving at over 6,700 meters in the Andes. This tiny mammal, the highest-living on Earth, endures extreme cold and low oxygen, offering crucial insights into survival mechanisms that could revolutionize human health treatments for conditions like heart disease and cancer.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sparked debate by comparing his child’s first two-word phrase to GPT 5.6 ‘discovering new math.’ This unusual analogy highlights the advanced capabilities of OpenAI’s latest AI models, Sol, Terra, and Luna, currently in restricted preview, and sets high expectations for their potential breakthroughs in artificial intelligence.

A massive 14,500 km Kelvin wave detected by NASA’s Sentinel-6 satellite signals the official return of El Niño. NOAA predicts a 63% chance of a very strong event by winter 2026, potentially impacting India’s crucial southwest monsoon. Learn what this means for weather patterns and water resources across the nation, including Telangana.

A 14,500 km Kelvin wave detected by NASA’s Sentinel-6 satellite signals a potentially ‘very strong’ El Nino for 2026. NOAA forecasts a 63% chance of severe warming, raising concerns for India’s crucial southwest monsoon. This climate event could significantly impact agriculture and water resources across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, peaking by winter.

LG has introduced its new XBOOM Bounce and XBOOM Grab AI Bluetooth speakers in India, featuring advanced AI sound and lighting capabilities. These portable devices boast impressive battery life, with the Bounce model offering up to 30 hours on a single charge, alongside robust IP67 water and dust resistance.

Indian authorities are set to scrutinize WhatsApp’s upcoming username feature, citing significant concerns about its potential misuse for online fraud. Officials will review the privacy and security implications, with the possibility of issuing a notice to Meta if any irregularities are identified. This move comes as India grapples with a surge in digital scams.

Ford is bringing back hundreds of experienced engineers after its AI and automated quality systems failed to meet expectations. The move, aimed at integrating human expertise with technology, is already yielding positive results for the automaker in terms of quality and cost reduction.

Andhra Pradesh’s community-managed natural farming program, involving 18 lakh farmers, has won the 2026 Food Planet Prize, often called the "Oscars of farming." This women-led, agroecology model is gaining international recognition and is now being adopted by 22 Indian states and countries like Sri Lanka and Zambia, highlighting its global impact on sustainable agriculture.