Science & Technology

Shillong, May 14: Shillong-based IAS officer and medical doctor, Dr. Joram Beda, has authored a new book that seeks to broaden contemporary discourse on one of the most fundamental questions in science and philosophy — the true nature and role of information in reality. Titled Nature of Information: Shaping Reality, Life, and Consciousness, the book…

Foxconn, a key supplier for Apple, has begun preliminary manufacturing tests for the upcoming iPhone 17 in India. This marks the initial phase before full-scale production, which is expected to commence next month. In June, the company imported components for the new device from China, as reported by The Economic Times. The components imported for the iPhone 17 consist of its display assembly, cover glass, integrated rear camera modules, and mechanical housing. In June, these parts made up roughly 10% of Foxconn’s orders from China, with the other 90% dedicated to older models like the iPhone 14 and iPhone 16. This suggests that Foxconn is primarily testing and preparing its manufacturing processes for the upcoming new model. This month marks the trial run for the iPhone 17, with mass production scheduled to begin in August. This schedule is consistent with Apple’s plan to release the…

Google has introduced new AI tools in India aimed at enhancing farming efficiency and resilience. The main feature is the AMED API, which uses satellite imagery and machine learning to monitor crop activities and provide farmers with real-time information to improve yields. Additionally, Google is collaborating with IIT-Kharagpur to develop AI that better understands local languages and cultural contexts. The AMED API provides information on current crops, field dimensions, planting timelines, and up to three years of historical data, all valuable for improving farm management decisions. According to Alok Talekar of Google DeepMind, these real-time tools aim to assist farmers in addressing climate issues and optimizing crop management. Sources News From Various Digital Platforms, Websites, Journalists, And Agencies.

Apple’s WWDC runs from June 9 to 13, 2025. The keynote is on June 9 at 10am PT (10:30pm IST), where significant updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS are expected. Watch the livestream on Apple’s event page or YouTube. Apple plans a major redesign for its operating systems to achieve design consistency…

A gas giant planet in formation around the young star RIK 113 was detected using the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope in Chile. The findings were published in Astronomy & Astrophysics, detailing the creation process of this new planetary body. The young star’s images in scattered near-infrared light unveiled its structured disk, a common…

Greenland’s ice sheet melted 17 times faster than usual during a May heatwave, as reported by World Weather Attribution (WWA) on Wednesday. The rapid melting also impacted Iceland, where record temperatures were recorded. The Arctic is extremely sensitive to climate change, warming four times faster than the rest of the Earth since 1979, according to…

Microsoft receives criticism for a recent Windows 11 ad advocating the system upgrade for improved security. The ad on Windows’ official YouTube recommends moving to the new OS and using an Intel-powered PC. Opinions vary on the ad’s assertiveness, with some endorsing the enhanced security benefits while others find the marketing approach overly forceful. Several…

Scientists discovered evidence of a major solar storm that hit Earth over 14,000 years ago, known as the “Miyake Event.” Its lingering effects are visible in tree rings. The upcoming publication in Earth and Planetary Science Letters reveals that this ancient storm surpasses any modern recorded solar event, posing a significant risk to current technology…

Three individuals, two from Punjab and one from Haryana, were apprehended on Monday for suspected espionage for Pakistan. Mohammad Tareef of Kangarka village in Haryana was detained by the Mewat unit of the Haryana police after admitting to passing crucial data to the Pakistan High Commission. The Punjab authorities dealt with the capture of the…

The Bluetooth SIG introduces Bluetooth 6.1 to improve privacy, prolong battery life, and maintain the technology’s usability. An important addition in 6.1 is the implementation of Randomized RPA (Resolvable Private Address) Updates. The Randomized RPA Updates aim to enhance privacy by making it challenging for third parties to track devices through Bluetooth signals. The new…