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How to use new Aadhaar portal for authentication: Steps, things to keep in mind and more
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched a new Aadhaar authentication portal, swik.meity.gov.in, following the notification of the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, 2025.
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Meta fires 20 employees for leaking confidential information, more job cuts expected
Lately, Meta has been dealing with a lot of leaks. Reports have revealed details from private meetings, including one led by CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
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“We will do a social app”: Sam Altman reacts to Meta’s plan to take on ChatGPT with Meta AI app
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman playfully reacted to reports of Meta launching a standalone AI app to compete with ChatGPT. In a post on X, he said, “ok fine maybe we’ll do a social app,” taking a dig at Meta’s AI ambitions.
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OpenAI launches GPT-4.5, its most advanced AI model; Sam Altman says there's a "magic" to it
The model boasts a broader knowledge base, improved alignment with user intent, and heightened emotional intelligence, making it particularly adept at tasks such as writing assistance, programming, and practical problem-solving
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Job cuts at Google: HR and Cloud teams' employees laid off in latest restructuring
In the latest round of job cuts at Google, several employees in two of its units are being laid off under its voluntary buyout program.
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More people are choosing AI-powered PCs over regular ones, report reveals
AI-powered PCs are becoming the new standard, with more people choosing them over traditional computers. In the last quarter of 2024 alone, over 15.4 million AI-capable PCs were shipped—nearly one in four PCs sold.
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Xiaomi 15 Ultra launched with Leica camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip in China; likely to launch in India soon
Xiaomi has unveiled the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, its latest and most powerful flagship smartphone of the year in China. The device builds on the success of its predecessor.
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Samsung Galaxy M06 5G or Galaxy M16 5G: Which entry-level phone from Samsung should you buy
M06 or M16? Which one should be your pick. To make it easier to choose, we've comapred them both in details.
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Blinkit starts 10-minute delivery for MacBook, iPad, Watch and other Apple accessories in these cities
Blinkit has introduced 10-minute delivery for Apple products, including MacBook Air, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch, and accessories. Announced via an X post by CEO Albinder Dhindsa, the service is now available in 11 cities, including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai. Users can order through the Blinkit app, expanding the platform’s quick-commerce offerings beyond groceries to premium electronics.
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WhatsApp to soon get this new UPI feature: What is it and why it is important for users
WhatsApp is set to simplify UPI payments with UPI Lite, enabling faster, PIN-free transactions for low-value payments, enhancing its utility in India’s digital payments ecosystem.
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Samsung launches Galaxy M06 5G and Galaxy M16 5G smartphones with up to 6 years of software support: Price, offers, features and more
Samsung has launched the Galaxy M06 5G and Galaxy M16 5G in India, featuring 50MP cameras, 5000mAh batteries, and MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processors. The Galaxy M16 5G offers six OS upgrades, while both devices support 25W charging and Samsung Knox Vault security. Prices start at Rs 9,499 with bank cashback offers.
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Alibaba makes AI chatbot Wan 2.1 available to all: Everything you need to know
Alibaba first introduced this AI model in January under the name "Wanx" before simplifying it to Wan.
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Wordle today: Hints, Answers and Clues for #1349
Wordle is a simple yet addictive word game where players have six attempts to guess a hidden five-letter word.
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iPhone 16 sales resume in Indonesia as Apple strikes $1 billion deal
Apple and the Ministry of Indonesia have struck a deal to invest $1 billion and lift the ban on the sales of the iPhone 16 series following a five-month ban. This deal also covers a manufacturing plant for AirTags and training programs for local workers.
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LinkedIn’s new AI-powered hiring assistant to make recruitment faster and easier
LinkedIn’s new AI-powered hiring assistant aims to streamline recruitment by automating repetitive tasks, helping recruiters find qualified candidates faster.
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Seeing violent content on Instagram Reels? Meta says it’s a mistake, working on a fix
Instagram users were shocked to find their Reels flooded with violent and graphic content, even with the highest moderation settings enabled. In response to growing complaints, Meta admitted the issue was caused by an error and apologized for the mistake.
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Boat launches Ultima Prime and Ultima Ember smartwatches: Price, features, and more
Boat has introduced two new smartwatches, Ultima Prime and Ultima Ember, expanding its Ultima series in India. Designed for fitness enthusiasts and tech-savvy users, both smartwatches feature AMOLED displays, personalized fitness nudges, Bluetooth calling, and multiple health-tracking features.
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Amazon Alexa event 2025: Alexa+ unveiled with generative AI support, contextual understanding and more
Amazon has introduced Alexa+ with generative AI support, improved conversational capabilities, kids features and more.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for February 26, 2025
Connections present a grid of 16 words. Players must sort them into four groups of four based on shared themes. Categories can be based on synonyms, wordplay, or cultural references. A new puzzle is available daily on the NYT website and app.
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Microsoft starts testing Copilot Search with these users
Microsoft is testing a new version of Bing named ‘Copilot Search,’ which uses Copilot AI to provide a different style of search results. This AI-powered tool summarises search results and provides links to relevant web pages, displaying the steps taken to generate that response.
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NYT Crosswords February 26 hints and answers
NYT Crosswords February 26 hints and answers are here with some tips to help you solve them the future puzzles
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MSI launches RTX 50 series laptops in India: Price, features, and availability
MSI has launched its RTX 50 series laptops, inspired by Norse mythology, featuring RTX 50 GPUs, Intel and AMD processors, AI optimizations, and advanced cooling. The lineup includes Titan, Raider, Stealth, Vector, and Venture series, starting at Rs 2,99,990 from March 2025.
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Maha Shivratri 2025: Participate in live aartis online at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple and other Jyotirlinga temples
Maha Shivratri, one of the most significant Hindu festivals, is celebrated on the 14th day of the dark fortnight of the ‘Magha’ month, according to the Hindu lunar calendar. Devotees observe fasts, perform prayers, and participate in Maha Aartis to seek blessings from Lord Shiva. For those unable to visit temples in person, many Jyotirlinga temples across India offer virtual darshan and live streaming of Maha Aartis. Here’s how you can participate in these online ceremonies.
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Elon Musk’s AI Grok 3 can now yell, flirt, and talk conspiracies
Elon Musk’s xAI has launched a bold voice feature for Grok 3, enabling it to yell, flirt, and discuss conspiracies. Unlike Siri or ChatGPT, Grok offers extreme personalities, including sexy mode and unhinged mode. This unpredictable AI is going viral, but its long-term impact remains uncertain.
