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World’s first Agentic AI phone acts as your assistant:Chinese startup launches ‘StepX Neo’ — everything you need to know

The smartphone industry is moving into a new phase where artificial intelligence is expected to do much more than answer questions. Instead of simply responding to prompts, the next generation of AI is designed to understand what users want, make decisions, and complete tasks on their behalf. This new approach is called the agentic AI […]

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Indian-origin NASA astronaut heads to space with Russian cosmonauts:Anil Menon will perform ultrasound procedures using AR and AI for future space healthcare research

Another important mission to the International Space Station (ISS) is about to take off, but this one holds special significance for India. On July 14, Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon will launch aboard Russia’s Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft along with Russian cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The trio will

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Itel A100 Pro review:Budget-friendly phone costing ₹8,999 can make calls without signal

Tech brand itel has launched a new budget smartphone ‘itel A100 Pro’ in India. This is an upgraded version of the A100 that came in February this year. The phone comes with a 100-day free screen replacement warranty, which is not available even with many expensive phones. So let’s know what’s special about it… Design:

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Why does Antarctica’s famous Blood Falls flow red?:Scientists finally crack 100-year-old mystery; know why its water doesn’t freeze even below 0°C

A waterfall that looks like flowing blood has baffled scientists since it was first discovered in Antarctica in 1911. Hidden beneath the Taylor Glacier, this crimson stream has remained one of the continent’s biggest mysteries. Now, researchers have finally explained the science behind Blood Falls, and the discovery could even help scientists search for life

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Google AI:Google is using your data; change these 5 settings immediately to keep your privacy safe

Google has changed its Terms of Service and AI data policy. Now, photos, audio, and other files shared with AI features like Gemini, Google Search, and Lens can be used to improve AI models. If you do not want your data to be used in AI training, you can limit it by changing some settings.

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Should you ignore calls from +91 140 or 1600 numbers?:India’s telecom regulator clarifies rules to reduce frauds; know the actual meaning of them

If you’ve ever ignored a call because an app marked it as spam, you may want to think twice. India’s telecom regulator, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), has clarified that apps like Truecaller should not tag or block calls coming from the official 1600 and 140 number series. The clarification comes after reports

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Breach in children’s online safety:Study finds YouTube, Instagram safety features fall short in blocking objectionable content

Social media companies like Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube have launched dozens of new safety features for teenagers in recent years. Companies claim that these can protect children from strangers, objectionable content, and social media addiction. But new research from New York University and Northeastern University has questioned these claims. Researchers investigated the safety features

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‘Watch Video, Earn Money’:Beware of these ads! Scammers will empty accounts, understand from experts how to avoid this fraud

“Earn money from home.” “Earn daily money by watching videos.” While scrolling through social media, you must have seen such ads many times. These ads are for ‘watch and earn’ apps. That is, apps that claim to earn money in exchange for watching videos/ads or completing small online tasks. Lured by the promise of part-time

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Can a Chinese app really turn off an ATM?:Viral claim that BAT-BMS app can hack the machine is misleading; know the technical reality of ATM security

Imagine standing at an ATM and watching someone pull out their phone, tap a few buttons on an app, and suddenly the ATM shuts down. That’s exactly what a viral social media video is making people believe. The clip claims that a Chinese mobile app can remotely switch an ATM on and off, raising serious

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Why pay for data if you don’t need it:TRAI proposes cheaper voice-only plans; mobile recharges without data may cost less

Telecom regulator TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) has introduced a draft of the Telecom Consumer Protection Regulations, 2026, aimed at protecting mobile users’ interests. The key idea behind the proposal is simple: “If consumers do not need data, why should they pay for it?” TRAI has invited feedback from stakeholders before finalising the new

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