The much-awaited confirmation of Diwali 2025 dates is finally here! The Kashi Vidwat Parishad, a respected council of Hindu scholars based in Varanasi, has announced that Diwali will be celebrated on two different days this year — October 20 and October 21, 2025. The rare two-date celebration has been decided due to Amavasya (new moon)…
Delhi is taking an ambitious leap toward cleaner air. From October 7–9, the city will conduct its first-ever cloud seeding trial to reduce air pollution. The initiative marks a major step where weather science meets public health, aiming to explore artificial rain as a possible tool against toxic smog. The project was officially launched after…
Internet’s Next Shield: Quantum Key Distribution For over twenty years, the safety of online communications has depended on encryption rooted in difficult mathematical problems. Those codes could crumble in the face of powerful quantum computers. Recognizing this looming threat, the Netherlands has launched a bold initiative to upgrade its network infrastructure with quantum key distribution…
In a groundbreaking moment for India’s scientific community, the nation has launched its first-ever direct air cargo flight to Antarctica, marking a new chapter in its polar exploration journey. The aircraft departed from Manohar International Airport (Mopa), Goa, carrying 18 tons of vital research and survival equipment destined for India’s Antarctic research stations — Bharati…
India’s Defence Industry is Growing! India’s defence manufacturing sector has entered a new era of self-reliance. For the first time, around 65% of defence equipment used by the Indian armed forces is now being made domestically. This milestone reflects years of effort under the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” mission to reduce import dependency and strengthen national security….
In a remarkable discovery, researchers have mapped 138 volcanoes hidden beneath Antarctica’s ice, including 91 previously unknown peaks, mostly beneath West Antarctica where the ice lies atop deep bedrock below sea level. This finding suggests the continent hosts one of the densest volcanic systems on Earth. The study, led by the University of Edinburgh, employed…
In a world rapidly transformed by artificial intelligence, Bill Gates has reignited one of his most debated economic ideas — the “robot tax.” Originally proposed in 2017, the concept is gaining new attention as AI systems replace human labor across industries. Gates’ core idea: companies using robots or AI in roles that once required people…
In one of the most astonishing developments in financial history, the anonymous creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, has quietly become one of the richest people in the world. With Bitcoin’s recent price surge, Nakamoto’s estimated holdings have crossed $134 billion, placing him at 11th on the global rich list — above several well-known technology leaders,…
History was rewritten on 14 September 2025, when BYD’s electric hypercar Yangwang U9 Xtreme blasted to an astonishing 496.22 km/h (≈ 308.4 mph) at the ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg track in Germany, driven by German racer Marc Basseng. With that run, the U9 Xtreme seized the title of fastest production car in the world, overtaking…
In a groundbreaking move toward sustainable technology, China has launched a new underwater data center off the coast of Shanghai that uses the ocean’s natural currents for cooling — eliminating the need for traditional air conditioners. The project, developed by Highlander Digital Technology Co., aims to drastically cut energy consumption while demonstrating how green technology…