January 10, 2026

Iran's Massive Internet Shutdown Hits 90%, May Last Long Amid Protests

Iran cut off 90% of its internet for 36 hours to control protests. Experts call it the most severe shutdown yet, even blocking Elon Musk’s Starlink service. The government keeps some access to spread propaganda and may maintain this limited network for a long time.

January 10, 2026

Hyderabad Researchers Use AI to Decode 12 Unique Biryani Styles in India

Researchers at IIIT Hyderabad used AI to study videos of 12 biryani types. They found clear differences and common steps in cooking. This study could aid Geographical Indication tagging for biryani varieties.

January 10, 2026

Indonesia Blocks Elon Musk’s Grok Chatbot Over Risk of AI Pornographic Content

Indonesia has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot citing worries about AI-generated sexual content. The move follows global criticism and measures to control exploitative imagery created by the tool.

January 10, 2026

Kolkata’s India Autism Centre Unveils Clinical Software for Neurodivergent Therapy Tracking

India Autism Centre is creating a unique clinical software to track therapy progress of neurodivergent individuals. This tool will help caregivers and families see how treatments work and improve care quality.

January 10, 2026

Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban: One Month Later, Teens See Mixed Impact

Australia banned social media for under-16s one month ago to curb online harms. Some teens like 14-year-old Amy feel freer and less addicted. Others, like 13-year-old Aahil, say little changed. New apps and messaging platforms are rising. Experts note teens adapt but parents see mood shifts. The full impact remains to be seen.