Water molecules may have emerged in the universe much earlier than previously estimated, suggesting that the conditions necessary for life existed billions of years before scientists expected. New findings indicate that water could have formed as early as 100 to 200 million years after the Big Bang, challenging previous theories on the timeline of planetary…
With fresh content dropping every week, OTT platforms continue to keep audiences hooked with a mix of gripping dramas, heartwarming stories, and high-octane thrillers. With the long weekend right around the corner, you can binge-watch these OTT releases. Whether you’re in the mood for a binge-worthy series or a film that keeps you on the…
Brazil is reportedly working on a proposal to create a blockchain-based payment system for internal use by the BRICS economic bloc. The group has been discussing ways to reduce reliance on the US dollar for internal cross-border transactions since 2024. Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa were the founding countries of the BRICS group….
SpaceX’s Starlink satellite Internet services could reportedly secure faster regulatory approvals in India. As per the report, the expedited approvals could be due to the Elon Musk-owned space technology company entering partnerships with Bharti Airtel and Jio Platforms. Notably, both the telecom service providers will make Starlink equipment available in their retail stores as well…
Ripple has obtained a licence from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), becoming the first blockchain payments provider authorized to operate in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). On March 13, the US-based company announced that businesses in the UAE can now leverage its services for crypto payment solutions. In the coming months, UAE-based financial…
Giant underwater ripples, formed in the wake of the asteroid impact that wiped out the nonavian dinosaurs 66 million years ago, have been identified deep beneath Louisiana’s surface. Measuring up to 52 feet high and nearly 2,000 feet apart, these megaripples provide new insights into the catastrophic tsunami triggered by the Chicxulub impact. The findings,…
At temperatures near absolute zero, atomic collisions have been controlled through magnetic fields, enabling precise manipulation of quantum interactions. As temperatures rise, increased kinetic energy introduces complexity, making control significantly harder. However, according to reports, scientists have demonstrated that control over atomic collisions can extend beyond ultracold conditions. This research, conducted by a team from…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to enhance its launch infrastructure with two new launchpads, expected to be operational within two years. One facility will be developed at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, while the other will be constructed at Kulasekarapattinam, Tamil Nadu. These additions are aimed at supporting the increasing frequency of space missions…
A privately developed lunar rover was unable to deploy after the lander carrying it tipped over upon reaching the moon’s surface. The Athena mission, operated by Intuitive Machines, successfully transmitted images from the lunar south pole before ceasing operations due to power constraints caused by its sideways orientation. The Mobile Autonomous Prospecting Platform (MAPP) rover,…
A hydraulics issue forced SpaceX to call off the scheduled launch of its Crew-10 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on March 12, just 45 minutes before liftoff. The mission, carrying four astronauts, was set to depart aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 7:48 p.m. EDT (2348 GMT)….