The metaverse is here. But what is it?
In 1992, author Neal Stephenson wrote a sci-fi book titled 'Snow Crash'. In the book, a Virtual Reality (VR) headset can...
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Flipkart and Amazon are being investigated for unfair practises — Here’s why
Part 2 of this story is available. Click on the next page at the bottom of this article. Amazon and Flipkart...
ISRO reaches new milestone with Vikas Engine test
ISRO, the Indian government's space wing, just tested a new engine for its Gaganyaan mission. Named the Vikas Engine, ISRO tested...
Bottling up the taste of summer across borders, and generations
Do you remember what it is like to be out in the summer heat? Sweat running down your spine, energy dwindling...And...
What is the cause of the Hubble telescope’s latest shutdown?
Recently, there was a glitch in the Hubble telescope's journey in space. The payload computer, which manages the instruments that are...
Rich countries pledge big bucks to ensure access to education
Digital learning in India. Photo: DNA The pandemic has impacted every area of life – this we know. And education, which...
Is Koo the new Twitter? India pushes for its home-grown app
There was a time when Twitter was the preferred mode of communication for government agencies in India. However, the microblogging platform...
Part 1: What is the cryptic cryptocurrency all about?
Suchithra Pillai Cryptocurrency is the new buzzword in town, and 2021 is now termed the ‘Year ofCryptocurrency’. Everyone around the world...
This warm country is using drones to make it rain!
What comes to mind when you think of the Middle East? Deserts, camels, oil, riches, perfumes and more? Yes, yes, yes...
Six women from Assam are creating 100% compostable yoga mats that can save lakes
A group of six women, belonging to the fishing community from Deepor Beel, have come together to create environment-friendly yoga mats....