Bird language decoded: A scientist figured out how birds talk, and got $100,000 for itA US researcher has earned $100,000 for deciphering zebra finch calls, identifying 11 core "words" that convey identity and intent. Dr. Jul...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
Meet the $500,000 ChatGPT-powered humanoid robots acting as teachers, counsellors and translators in a San Diego schoolCalifornia's Altus Schools has deployed two life-sized, ChatGPT-powered humanoid robots, Ameca, to assist teachers and students. These robo...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
Meta says new AI system can convert brain activity into text without surgeryMeta's new AI, Brain2Qwerty v2, decodes brain signals into text without surgery, achieving 61% word accuracy. This non-invasive technology ...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
China's Meituan says new AI model trained on domestic chipsChinese tech giant Meituan has unveiled LongCat-2.0, a new AI model comparable to Google's Gemini 3.1 pro. This marks a significant achieve...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Psychology says people who never admit of being a part of a support group and always call it a friends chat group aren't ashamed. Here's what the behaviour revealsPsychology says people who never admit of being a part of a support group and always call it a friends chat group aren't always trying to d...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.41 AM IST
No forced language switch mid-session: CBSE eases three-language policy for current batchesThe CBSE has reversed its mid-session language policy shift, offering a one-time relaxation for students in Classes VII, VIII, and IX. Thos...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Maharashtra makes Marathi mandatory in all schools, derecognition for violatorsMaharashtra has made teaching Marathi mandatory for all schools, from Class 1 to 10, across all boards. Education Minister Dada Bhuse annou...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Marathi mandatory in Maharashtra schools; violators may face cancellation of recognition: MinisterMaharashtra has mandated Marathi language teaching and examinations for all schools, from Classes 1 to 10, across all mediums. Institutions...
29 Jun, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
CBSE issues three-language policy guidelines; big update for class 10 studentsThe CBSE has clarified its three-language policy, assuring current Class X students that they are unaffected. Students in Classes VII, VIII...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.54 PM IST
New Zealand to end at-home Occupational English Test for immigration applications from July 13New Zealand immigration will no longer accept at-home Occupational English Test (OET) results from July 13, 2026. Applicants must now compl...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
India’s AI dream is getting lost in translationIndia's ambition to become an AI superpower hinges on bridging its vast linguistic divide. Prime Minister Modi champions AI for inclusion, ...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
Word of the Day: PulchritudeWord of the Day: Unveil the word 'pulchritude,' an exquisite term that captures the essence of physical beauty in a more sophisticated mann...
27 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
Three-language formula: Class 7-9 students can continue with existing combo, says CBSECBSE students in Classes 7-9 who chose two foreign languages will now continue them until Class 10, easing concerns over the new three-lang...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
Trump administration asks OpenAI to limit release of GPT-5.6: ReportPer the report, the White House's Office of the National Cyber Director and the Office of Science and Technology Policy requested that the ...
26 Jun, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Canada tightens scrutiny of language tests in immigration under new fraud-detection rulesCanada has tightened its immigration language test checks, implementing new verification procedures from June 23, 2026, to combat fraud. Im...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
German citizenship: Rules, eligibility and application process explainedGermany has eased its citizenship rules, allowing many foreign residents to naturalize after five years of legal stay. Applicants need to m...
24 Jun, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Mumbai auto, taxi drivers to face action if found without Marathi language proficiency certificate after Aug 15; here's how to obtain it for freeNon-Marathi auto and taxi drivers in Maharashtra must obtain a Marathi language proficiency certificate by August 15, 2026, or face action....
19 Jun, 2026, 08.19 PM IST