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Google Search’s AI Mode gets a major upgrade with task-focused agentic capabilities, personalized recommendations, and link sharing. Initially rolling out in the U.S., it is also expanding to 180+ countries, making AI-powered search more widely accessible worldwide.

vivo marked its 30th anniversary with the launch of its first mixed reality headset, the Vision Discovery Edition, and a revamped imaging strategy. The lightweight device offers 8K visuals, advanced gesture controls, and runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 21 platform.

Nikon has unveiled the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II, a full-frame mirrorless standard zoom lens with the fastest autofocus in Nikon’s history and the lightest weight in its class, aimed at professionals and enthusiasts seeking high performance in diverse conditions.

An indigenously developed drone - Skyswift 56, by Marut Drones was granted DGCA certification, The drone is useful for security agencies as it can be launched within two minutes and packed into a backpack.

Samsung unveiled its new Odyssey G7 monitors at Gamescom 2025, featuring large-screen options, advanced gaming features, and HDR performance. The company also expanded its glasses-free 3D gaming ecosystem with new partnerships, while showcasing Odyssey OLED monitors with Blizzard and Pearl Abyss.

Sony has revised PlayStation 5 prices in the United States, effective August 21, due to economic pressures. The PS5 will cost $549.99, the Digital Edition $499.99, and the PS5 Pro $749.99, while accessories remain unchanged.

Google launches Pixel Watch 4 with a redesigned domed display, longer battery life, standalone satellite communication, advanced health and fitness tracking, and on-wrist Gemini AI integration. The smartwatch is available for preorder today, with stores stocking from October 9.

Samsung TV Plus has partnered with ETV Network to add four new channels—ETV News, ETV Josh, ETV Music, and ETV Comedy—expanding its regional FAST content offerings and strengthening access to high-quality Telugu entertainment for Indian audiences.

At Made by Google 2025, the company unveiled its latest Pixel lineup, powered by AI including Gemini, offering proactive, personalized experiences across phones, watches, earbuds, and accessories, while emphasizing computational photography, security, and longevity.

ISRO chief V Narayanan announced plans for a 40-storey rocket capable of launching 75,000 kg into low Earth orbit. Upcoming missions include NAVIC, N1 rocket, GSAT-7R for the Navy, and US satellite launch, alongside tripling India’s satellite fleet by 2029

Apple India has leased 2.7 lakh sq ft of office space in Bengaluru’s Embassy Zenith for 10 years, starting April 2025. With rent beginning at Rs 6.3 crore per month, the iPhone maker is expected to pay over Rs 1,000 crore

OpenAI has cautioned users against treating ChatGPT as their main source of information, with Head of ChatGPT Nick Turley admitting GPT-5 still produces errors around 10% of the time. He urged users to use it as a “second opinion.”

A new ISRO-backed space lab was inaugurated in Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh, to boost students’ interest in science and technology. Meanwhile, under the NE-SPARKS programme, 100 science students from each Northeastern state will visit ISRO’s Bengaluru headquarters to foster space awareness.

IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to reach the International Space Station, has announced his return to India after rehabilitation in the US. He will meet PM Modi before heading home to Lucknow, marking an emotional homecoming.

Global negotiators in Geneva failed to finalize the world’s first legally binding treaty on plastic pollution after 11 days of talks. Disagreements over curbing plastic production and regulating toxic chemicals left nations deadlocked, delaying urgent action against escalating plastic pollution

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed that India is now the company’s second-largest market and could soon become its largest. He praised India’s enthusiasm for AI and highlighted GPT-5’s potential to support early-stage businesses and individuals across domains like software, customer service, marketing, and legal.

India achieved a milestone with its first manned deep-sea expedition, as two aquanauts dived over 4,000 and 5,000 metres in the French submersible *Nautile*. Part of the Deep Ocean Mission, the feat parallels India’s recent space achievements and advances blue economy ambitions

Research shows dogs evolved specialised brain regions, emotional contagion, and an oxytocin feedback loop to sense and respond to human emotions. Through voice, facial cues, body language, and even scent, they forge deep cross-species bonds, uniquely attuned to our emotional states

A global study of 199 events reveals interspecies interactions between dolphins and whales, especially humpbacks, are more common than thought, often involving playful or cooperative behaviours. Using drones and social media footage, researchers found these encounters suggest complex emotional and social capabilities

Elon Musk accused Apple of unfairly boosting OpenAI’s ChatGPT in its App Store, hindering xAI’s Grok from reaching the top spot. Calling it an antitrust violation, Musk vowed legal action amid intensifying AI competition and Apple’s deep integration with OpenAI

IT Roorkee scientists have developed a novel molecule that restores the effectiveness of Meropenem against deadly drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae. Published in the Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, the breakthrough offers renewed hope in tackling the global antibiotic resistance crisis

realme will launch the P4 Pro and P4 in India on August 20, featuring dual-chip designs for better performance and visuals, flagship-level gaming capabilities, advanced AI display tech, and unique designs inspired by natural and industrial aesthetics

OpenAI’s GPT-5 upgrade brings smarter, faster, and more versatile AI tools to all ChatGPT users. From coding to creative writing and health insights, the unified system adapts to each query, while Pro users can unlock extended reasoning for complex tasks.

Union Minister Anupriya Patel clarified in Parliament that CDSCO has not banned paracetamol in India, countering recent rumours. While certain Fixed Dose Combinations involving paracetamol are restricted, standalone paracetamol remains approved for use.