How Black Holes Slowly Starve Galaxies Galaxies do not always die in violent bursts of energy. Some fade quietly, suffocated by the same black holes that once fuelled their brilliance. Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Atacama Large Millimetre Array (ALMA) have now witnessed this slow demise in action, observing a galaxy that appears to be dying not from collision or catastrophe, but from gradual starvation. A Galaxy Fading from Within The galaxy in question, formally designated GS-10578 and informally known as “Pablo’s Galaxy” after the astronomer who first analysed it, lies around 10.8 billion light…
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Aditya Lenka
A multi-faceted professional with a diverse range of skills and experiences. He currently works as a Producer, Digital Marketer, and Journalist for several well-known media outlets, namely StratNewsGlobal, BharatShakti, and Interstellar. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, Aditya has covered a wide range of topics and events across India, bringing a unique perspective to his work.When he's not busy producing content, Aditya enjoys exploring new places and cuisines, having traveled extensively throughout India. He's also an avid writer and poet, often penning his thoughts and musings in his free time. And when he wants to unwind and relax, Aditya spends time with his two loyal companions, Zorro and Pablo, his beloved dogs.Aditya's dynamic personality and varied interests make him a unique individual, always eager to learn and experience new things.
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Japan Launches Deep-Sea Mission to Mine Rare Earths and Reduce Reliance on China A Japanese mining ship set sail on Monday for a remote coral atoll to begin a landmark mission aimed at extracting rare-earth-rich mud from the ocean floor. The voyage marks Japan’s latest effort to strengthen its control over critical mineral supplies and reduce dependence on China amid rising geopolitical tensions. World’s First Deep-Sea Rare Earth Extraction Attempt The research and test vessel Chikyu departed for Minamitori Island, located about 1,900 kilometres southeast of Tokyo, to conduct the world’s first continuous retrieval of rare-earth seabed sludge from a…
ISRO Aborts First Launch of 2026 After PSLV-62 Anomaly The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) was forced to halt its first satellite launch of the year on Monday after an anomaly occurred during the third stage of its PSLV-62 rocket flight. The mission, operated by ISRO’s commercial arm, New Space India Limited (NSIL), was designed to deploy an Earth Observation Satellite along with 15 co-passenger payloads. Launch Halted After Mid-Flight Disturbance ISRO Chairman Dr V. Narayan confirmed that the flight encountered unexpected behaviour toward the end of the rocket’s third stage. “Close to the end of the third stage we…
India Weighs Smartphone Source Code Access in New Security Push India is considering a sweeping set of security regulations that could compel smartphone manufacturers to share their source code with the government, a move that has drawn sharp resistance from major global technology firms. The proposal, part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s broader campaign to strengthen mobile data security, has raised concerns over intellectual property, privacy, and feasibility. Tech Firms Push Back over Source Code Clause According to documents reviewed by Reuters and sources familiar with the discussions, India’s draft plan includes 83 proposed security standards. Among them is a…
Malaysia Blocks Access to Grok AI amid Global Outcry over Sexualised Images Malaysia has temporarily restricted access to Grok, the generative artificial intelligence chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s company xAI, after mounting global backlash over its misuse to produce sexualised and non-consensual images. The move follows similar action taken by Indonesia a day earlier. Malaysia Cites Misuse and Inadequate Safeguards In a statement on Sunday, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced the decision to block access to Grok, citing “repeated misuse” of the tool to create obscene, sexually explicit, and manipulated content involving women and minors. The regulator…
Indonesia Blocks Elon Musk’s Grok Chatbot Over Pornography Concerns Indonesia has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot after authorities raised concerns about the risk of artificial intelligence generating pornographic content. The decision makes Indonesia the first country to restrict access to the AI tool. Authorities Cite Human Rights and Online Safety The move followed growing global scrutiny of AI-generated sexualised content. Governments and regulators from Europe to Asia have expressed alarm, with some launching investigations into the issue. xAI, the company behind Grok, announced on Thursday that it would limit image generation and editing features to paying users. The decision…
Musk’s xAI to Pour Over $20 Billion into Mississippi Data Centre Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI plans to invest more than $20 billion in building a large-scale data centre in Southaven, Mississippi, state Governor Tate Reeves announced on Thursday. The facility, named “MACROHARDRR,” marks one of the biggest single private technology investments in the region’s history, reflecting surging global demand for computing power driven by the generative AI boom. Massive Investment to Boost AI Compute Power According to the governor’s statement, construction is already under way, with operations scheduled to begin in February 2026. The centre is expected to…
India and Russia have taken a significant step towards strengthening technological cooperation with the inauguration of the Indo-Russia Technology Hub—also known as the Innopraktika Technology Hub in India—on 6 December 2025. The initiative marks a new phase in bilateral relations, aimed at advancing digital independence, innovation, and long-term economic collaboration between the two countries. The inauguration ceremony was held at NBCC Tower, White House, Global Foyer, Sector 5, Pushp Vihar, New Delhi, and brought together senior policymakers, technology leaders, academics, and strategic thinkers from both nations. The hub is envisioned as a bridge between Indian innovation capacity and Russian engineering…
PM Modi Chairs Roundtable with Indian AI Start-Ups Ahead of India AI Impact Summit 2026 Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a roundtable with leading Indian artificial intelligence start-ups at his residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, on Thursday. The meeting brought together 12 AI start-ups that have qualified for the AI for ALL: Global Impact Challenge ahead of the upcoming India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to take place next month. Start-Ups Showcase Innovations Across Key AI Domains The participating start-ups presented their work across a diverse range of fields, including Indian language foundation models, multilingual large language models (LLMs), and…
Nostalgia Takes Centre Stage at CES 2026 as Retro Tech Wins Over New Generations A wave of nostalgia swept through the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas this week, as visitors gravitated towards retro-inspired gadgets that blend vintage charm with modern innovation. From vertical record players to smartphone-compatible game controllers and classic arcade machines, exhibitors tapped into a growing desire for technology that reconnects users with the past. Retro Revival Draws Cross-Generational Appeal On Wednesday, crowds gathered around booths showcasing reimagined versions of iconic entertainment devices. My Arcade, a company known for its retro gaming products, said interest was…