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NASA and ISRO Join Forces for NISAR Satellite Launch in 2025 to Track Earth’s Changing Surface
The NISAR satellite, a joint NASA-ISRO Earth observation mission launching in 2025, will provide precise data on shifts in Earth’s surface, focusing on high-risk areas. Using advanced radar technology, the satellite aims to support natural disaster response and infrastructure monitoring by tracking subtle movements in regions prone to earthquakes...
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Scientists Find Evidence of Past Extreme Solar Storms, Warn of Potential Technological Catastrophe
Scientists have uncovered evidence of past solar storms that were far more extreme than the well-known Carrington event of 1859, which disrupted telegraph systems across Europe and North America. By studying radiocarbon levels in tree rings, researchers like Fusa Miyake have identified ancient solar events, including a massive storm in AD774 that d...
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No Toll Up To 20 km For Private Vehicles With Global Navigation Satellite System
Motorists using private vehicles with a functional global navigation satellite system (GNSS) will be allowed to travel toll-free on highways and expressways up to 20 kilometres daily with effect from Tuesday, according to a government notification.
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Government To Implement Satellite-Based Toll Collection
Vehicles equipped with Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) On-Board Units (OBUs) will have the capability to automatically pay tolls based on the distance they cover.
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NASA Might Have Spotted Highest Number of Sunspots in Over 20 Years
On August 8, 2024, NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) may have documented a record-breaking number of sunspots in a single day, marking a significant event in Solar Cycle 25. These sunspots, which are dark, cooler areas on the Sun’s surface caused by intense magnetic activity, play a crucial role in the Sun's behaviour and have a direct impa...
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Earth Hit By "Intense" Solar Storm, Likely To Trigger More Northern Lights
The new solar storm is caused by coronal mass ejections (CMEs), which are explosions of particles leaving the Sun. When these particles arrive on Earth, they disrupt its magnetic field.
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Huawei Mate 70 Series Tipped to Get New Camera System, Satellite Communication, 1.5K Display, More
Huawei is expected to announce the Mate 70 series in the fourth quarter of this year as a direct successor to the Mate 60 lineup. The upcoming lineup could include Huawei Mate 70, Mate 70 Pro, and Mate 70 Pro+ models. The Chinese tech brand is yet to confirm the existence of the new series but ahead of it, a new leak has appeared on Weibo detailin...
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Apple Brings RCS, Satellite Capabilities to the Messages App for iPhone With iOS 18
Apple unveiled iOS 18, the next generation of its operating system for iPhone, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 on Monday. Among many new features such as Home Screen customisation, Apple Intelligence, and Control Center improvements, the Cupertino-based tech giant also introduced two new features to the Messages app — support f...
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All About Tobol, Russia's Secret Weapon Linked To Jamming Of Planes' Signals
Tobol electronic warfare system was previously linked to jamming of signals of ships on NATO's eastern flank.
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Google Pixel 9 User Interface for Purported iPhone 15-Like Satellite Connectivity Feature Leaked: See Video
Google is speculated to offer emergency satellite connectivity on the Pixel 9 series. A Samsung Exynos 5400 modem integrated into the company's next-generation Tensor G4 chipset is believed to enable satellite access on Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro. Google is yet to confirm this development, but ahead of it, a new leak has offered us a clear look at how...
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Commercial Planes Hit By GPS Jamming, Spoofing Across Europe: Report
The increase in interference has been blamed on jammers in Russia's Kaliningrad region, which is sandwiched between Poland and Lithuania - the base for one of Russia's major naval fleets.
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Android 15 DP 2 Released With Improved Foldable Cover Screen Support, Official Satellite Connectivity Features
Android 15 Developer Preview 2 has been released, offering developers an early version of the company's next major Android operating system update. The latest preview adds new features that take advantage of modern smartphone hardware, including satellite connectivity and foldable screens, and also expands existing software features. Here's everyth...
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US Agency Probes Risks Of Foreign Satellite Use By Handheld Devices
The Federal Communications Commission said Thursday it is investigating if the use of Russian and Chinese foreign satellite systems by US mobile phones and other devices poses security threats.
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Government Eases Approval Process for Foreign Direct Investment in Space Sector
The government has announced that it will allow 100 percent foreign direct investment in the manufacture of satellite systems without official approval, while also easing rules for launch vehicles. Foreign companies can invest in the manufacture of components and systems or sub-systems for satellites up to 100 percent without approval, according to...
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Kremlin, Elon Musk Deny Russian Troops Using Starlink
The Kremlin said on Monday that Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet system was neither certified for use in, nor officially supplied to, Russia, and therefore could not be used.
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NASA and ISRO Join Forces for NISAR Satellite Launch in 2025 to Track Earth’s Changing Surface
The NISAR satellite, a joint NASA-ISRO Earth observation mission launching in 2025, will provide precise data on shifts in Earth’s surface, focusing on high-risk areas. Using advanced radar technology, the satellite aims to support natural disaster response and infrastructure monitoring by tracking subtle movements in regions prone to earthquakes...
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Scientists Find Evidence of Past Extreme Solar Storms, Warn of Potential Technological Catastrophe
Scientists have uncovered evidence of past solar storms that were far more extreme than the well-known Carrington event of 1859, which disrupted telegraph systems across Europe and North America. By studying radiocarbon levels in tree rings, researchers like Fusa Miyake have identified ancient solar events, including a massive storm in AD774 that d...
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No Toll Up To 20 km For Private Vehicles With Global Navigation Satellite System
Motorists using private vehicles with a functional global navigation satellite system (GNSS) will be allowed to travel toll-free on highways and expressways up to 20 kilometres daily with effect from Tuesday, according to a government notification.
-
Government To Implement Satellite-Based Toll Collection
Vehicles equipped with Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) On-Board Units (OBUs) will have the capability to automatically pay tolls based on the distance they cover.
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NASA Might Have Spotted Highest Number of Sunspots in Over 20 Years
On August 8, 2024, NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) may have documented a record-breaking number of sunspots in a single day, marking a significant event in Solar Cycle 25. These sunspots, which are dark, cooler areas on the Sun’s surface caused by intense magnetic activity, play a crucial role in the Sun's behaviour and have a direct impa...
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Earth Hit By "Intense" Solar Storm, Likely To Trigger More Northern Lights
The new solar storm is caused by coronal mass ejections (CMEs), which are explosions of particles leaving the Sun. When these particles arrive on Earth, they disrupt its magnetic field.
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Huawei Mate 70 Series Tipped to Get New Camera System, Satellite Communication, 1.5K Display, More
Huawei is expected to announce the Mate 70 series in the fourth quarter of this year as a direct successor to the Mate 60 lineup. The upcoming lineup could include Huawei Mate 70, Mate 70 Pro, and Mate 70 Pro+ models. The Chinese tech brand is yet to confirm the existence of the new series but ahead of it, a new leak has appeared on Weibo detailin...
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Apple Brings RCS, Satellite Capabilities to the Messages App for iPhone With iOS 18
Apple unveiled iOS 18, the next generation of its operating system for iPhone, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 on Monday. Among many new features such as Home Screen customisation, Apple Intelligence, and Control Center improvements, the Cupertino-based tech giant also introduced two new features to the Messages app — support f...
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All About Tobol, Russia's Secret Weapon Linked To Jamming Of Planes' Signals
Tobol electronic warfare system was previously linked to jamming of signals of ships on NATO's eastern flank.
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Google Pixel 9 User Interface for Purported iPhone 15-Like Satellite Connectivity Feature Leaked: See Video
Google is speculated to offer emergency satellite connectivity on the Pixel 9 series. A Samsung Exynos 5400 modem integrated into the company's next-generation Tensor G4 chipset is believed to enable satellite access on Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro. Google is yet to confirm this development, but ahead of it, a new leak has offered us a clear look at how...
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Commercial Planes Hit By GPS Jamming, Spoofing Across Europe: Report
The increase in interference has been blamed on jammers in Russia's Kaliningrad region, which is sandwiched between Poland and Lithuania - the base for one of Russia's major naval fleets.
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Android 15 DP 2 Released With Improved Foldable Cover Screen Support, Official Satellite Connectivity Features
Android 15 Developer Preview 2 has been released, offering developers an early version of the company's next major Android operating system update. The latest preview adds new features that take advantage of modern smartphone hardware, including satellite connectivity and foldable screens, and also expands existing software features. Here's everyth...
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US Agency Probes Risks Of Foreign Satellite Use By Handheld Devices
The Federal Communications Commission said Thursday it is investigating if the use of Russian and Chinese foreign satellite systems by US mobile phones and other devices poses security threats.
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Government Eases Approval Process for Foreign Direct Investment in Space Sector
The government has announced that it will allow 100 percent foreign direct investment in the manufacture of satellite systems without official approval, while also easing rules for launch vehicles. Foreign companies can invest in the manufacture of components and systems or sub-systems for satellites up to 100 percent without approval, according to...
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Kremlin, Elon Musk Deny Russian Troops Using Starlink
The Kremlin said on Monday that Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet system was neither certified for use in, nor officially supplied to, Russia, and therefore could not be used.
