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Commuters in Tamil Nadu will soon be able to book government bus tickets via WhatsApp. The TNMLC has invited bids for payment gateway integration with the OTRS, enabling faster, cashless booking for SETC, TNSTC, and MTC passengers across the state.

OpenAI predicts that by 2028, AI systems will make significant discoveries, enhance human productivity, and impact fields like healthcare, drug development, climate modeling, and education. The company stresses safety, alignment, and cautious deployment of superintelligent systems.

A viral six-second video showing a man feeding liquor to a tiger was confirmed fake and AI-generated by Nagpur Rural Police, who issued a legal notice to the Mumbai-based Instagram user behind the misleading post linked to Pench Tiger Reserve

Google Maps is undergoing a major AI-driven transformation, integrating Gemini AI to offer a more conversational, hands-free experience. The redesign enables users to ask for directions and nearby recommendations, with improved precision using landmarks instead of distance cues. The update will roll out to iPhone and Android users.

Bitcoin briefly fell below $100,000 amid heavy selling and global risk-off sentiment. Over $1.27 billion in leveraged positions were liquidated, while analysts warn of a broader correction as global equities and digital assets face valuation concerns.

Samsung India has upgraded its Wallet app with new features, including UPI onboarding during device setup, PIN-free biometric authentication for payments, online card transactions, and Tap & Pay for FOREX cards — making digital payments faster and more secure for Galaxy users.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A* returns players to Lumiose City with stunning visuals and a dynamic real-time combat system. Featuring stealth mechanics, side quests, and a rich story centered on Team MZ and AZ, it shines on the Nintendo Switch 2 despite minor performance issues

OpenAI launched a limited-time offer in India giving users one-year free access to its ChatGPT Go subscription. The plan offers higher usage limits, image generation, and file uploads. The promotion coincides with OpenAI’s DevDay Exchange event in Bengaluru

ISRO is set to launch its heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, weighing 4,410 kg, onboard the LVM3-M5 rocket from Sriharikota on Sunday. The mission aims to provide multi-band communication services across India and nearby oceanic regions

A global study published in *Science* reveals that agricultural drones are transforming farming worldwide, spreading rapidly from East Asia to the US. Used for spraying, seeding, and monitoring, drones boost efficiency and safety but risk displacing workers and causing environmental concerns

UPI transactions rose 25 per cent year-on-year in October to 20.70 billion, with total value reaching Rs 27.28 lakh crore, NPCI data showed. IMPS also saw steady growth, as India’s digital payment ecosystem expanded under ongoing GST 2.0 reforms.

Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that the company’s latest Apple Watch lineup will alert one million users about hypertension. The AI-powered feature analyses heart sensor data to detect signs of high blood pressure, strengthening Apple’s focus on preventive health monitoring.

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has signed a strategic pact with US-based General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) to manufacture Medium Altitude Long Endurance unmanned aircraft systems in India, boosting defence self-reliance and strengthening Indo-US aerospace collaboration under the Ministry of Defence’s MALE RPAS programme

Alphabet reported its first-ever $100 billion quarter, powered by AI-driven growth in Search, Cloud, and YouTube. CEO Sundar Pichai said Gemini reached 650 million users, while Google’s cloud backlog rose 46% to $155 billion amid record paid subscriptions.

Razorpay, through its Malaysian arm Curlec, has partnered with NPCI International to enable UPI payments in Malaysia. The move, announced at the Global Fintech Fest 2025, will allow Indian travellers to pay local merchants seamlessly using UPI apps.

IT major Wipro has entered into a multi-year agreement with apparel giant HanesBrands to modernise its IT infrastructure and enhance cybersecurity. The deal leverages Wipro’s AI-first platforms, including the WINGS Operations AI, to drive efficiency, compliance, and resilience.

HCLTech has partnered with Talents of Endearment to launch an AI-driven learning and development framework that integrates HCLTech’s Career Shaper™ platform with TalEn’s regional expertise, offering adaptive learning, role-based upskilling, and AI-led education programs to build future-ready workforces.

Nikon has rolled out firmware version 3.00 for its full-frame mirrorless Z f camera, adding a new Film Grain feature, improved manual focusing options, and enhanced usability tools such as live streaming, grid overlays, and video orientation recording.

Elon Musk’s Starlink will hold demonstration runs in Mumbai on October 30–31 to prove compliance with India’s satcom norms. The trials before law enforcement agencies mark a key step toward its commercial rollout in India’s growing satellite broadband market.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar launched the department’s official WhatsApp Channel to share real-time alerts, safety advisories, and traffic updates with residents. The initiative aims to enhance public communication and ensure verified information reaches citizens directly.

Elon Musk said his new AI-based encyclopedia, Grokipedia, will surpass Wikipedia in accuracy and depth. Developed by xAI, the platform aims to eliminate human bias and currently hosts nearly 8.8 lakh articles, with content verified by Musk’s chatbot Grok.

Stem cells offer medical promise, but their capabilities vary. Adult, embryonic and induced pluripotent stem cells each have strengths and limits. While therapies exist for blood diseases, broader treatments need rigorous research, regulation and public trust to distinguish genuine advances from unproven hype

The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research has invited research proposals to study archived deep-water sediment core samples from India’s Exclusive Economic Zone, aiming to boost marine geoscience collaboration, innovation, and data utilisation. Submissions close November 10 under set guidelines.

OpenAI will provide ChatGPT Go free for one year to users in India who sign up during a promotional period starting November 4. The offer celebrates DevDay Exchange in Bengaluru and supports India’s fast-growing AI adoption and IndiaAI Mission