Meta has introduced Llama 4, its latest open-source AI model, to boost its role in artificial intelligence. CEO Mark Zuckerberg said, "Our goal is to build the world's leading AI and make it accessible to all." The first models, Llama 4 Scout and Llama 4 Maverick, are available for download. A powerful version, Llama 4 Behemoth, is in development. Meta says its AI outperforms competitors like OpenAI's GPT-4o and Google's Gemini 2.0. The company has invested billions in AI research and expects Llama 4 to play a key role in the future of AI technology. (PC: AFP)

On April 4, 2025, ISRO’s POEM-4 (PSLV Orbital Experimental Module) from the SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) mission made a successful controlled re-entry into Earth's atmosphere and fell into the Indian Ocean at 8:03 IST. Launched on December 30, 2024, POEM-4 carried 24 payloads—14 from ISRO and 10 from private and academic entities. Its mission showcased India's progress in space docking and reusability experiments. The planned re-entry supports ISRO’s Debris-Free Space Mission, reflecting India's proactive approach to space debris mitigation and sustainable space exploration practices. ISRO confirmed the atmospheric re-entry without leaving behind any orbital debris. (PC: Times of India)  

UPI services went down again on Wednesday, causing problems for many users. This was the second outage in a week. People reported issues while transferring money on major payment apps. According to DownDetector, 449 complaints were registered by 8 PM. Users took to social media to express frustration. "Why is UPI failing so often?" one person posted. Last week, on March 26, a similar outage disrupted transactions. NPCI, which manages UPI, said the issue was fixed. UPI is a key part of India's digital payment system, handling billions of transactions every month. (PC: Hindustan Times)

ChatGPT faced outages as users flooded OpenAI’s platform to generate Studio Ghibli-style images. DownDetector reported 229 complaints, with most issues linked to ChatGPT access. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said, "Our GPUs are melting," and announced temporary limits. Free users will now get only three image generations per day. Altman changed his profile picture to a Ghibli-style image. Meanwhile, an old video of Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki resurfaced, where he called AI art "an insult to life." Despite controversy, OpenAI continues supporting the Ghibli-inspired trend. (PC: ChatGPT)

OpenAI’s new image tool has taken over social media with Studio Ghibli-style AI art. Users are generating dreamy, hand-drawn-like images at an overwhelming rate. CEO Sam Altman asked users to slow down, saying, "Please chill on generating images," and adding that the team "needs sleep." To manage demand, OpenAI has limited free users to three images per day. Paid users still have access. Altman joked that GPUs were "melting" under the pressure. He also said AGI would come "sooner if you stop using our GPUs to make images." (PC: NDTV)

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates predicts AI will replace most jobs but says three professions will remain human-dominated. He argues AI lacks the creativity needed for scientific discoveries, making biologists irreplaceable. Similarly, he believes energy experts will remain vital as the field is too complex for full automation. Gates also asserts that AI will not replace human caregivers due to the emotional intelligence required. While AI continues to transform industries, experts like NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang and OpenAI’s Sam Altman foresee job losses, particularly for coders. Gates, however, remains optimistic about the role of humans in AI-driven industries. (PC: Bloomberg)

Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services faced a major outage across India, with DownDetector reporting 2,750 complaints by 7:50 PM. Users of Google Pay (296 complaints), Paytm (119), and SBI (376) reported transaction failures, with many facing issues in funds transfers. Frustrated users took to social media, with one stating, "My money is debited but not credited!" The disruption comes as UPI dominates India's digital payments, processing 16.99 billion transactions in January. NPCI has yet to issue a statement on the outage, while users await service restoration. (PC: Hindustan Times)

Elon Musk responded to the controversy surrounding his AI chatbot, Grok, and its allegedly "brutally honest" replies about India with a simple laughing emoji. Grok, developed by Musk’s company xAI, faced criticism after users shared responses that some found controversial or offensive regarding India. The debate sparked discussions about AI bias, free speech, and responsible AI development. While some defended Grok’s candid nature, others accused it of misrepresenting facts. Musk’s lighthearted reaction further fueled online debates, with critics questioning his stance on AI accountability and cultural sensitivity in global markets.

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot, Grok 3, has ignited a political storm in India after making bold and unfiltered statements on X (formerly Twitter). It went viral for responding with misogynistic remarks in Hindi and later stirred controversy by criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP while praising opposition leader Rahul Gandhi. The chatbot’s remarks fueled intense online debates, with critics celebrating its outspokenness and BJP supporters pushing back. Amid concerns over AI bias and censorship, India’s IT ministry is reportedly engaging with X over Grok’s controversial language and its potential impact on political discourse.  

The Indian government has said AI platforms like ChatGPT and Grok must follow the country’s laws. Officials stress this is regulation, not censorship. The move comes as concerns grow over the misuse of AI and social media. The government is questioning Platform X over Grok’s use of Hindi slang and political content. Meanwhile, Platform X has filed a lawsuit in Karnataka court, calling the rules unfair. Officials argue that AI and social media must be regulated to prevent harm. The government says it supports free speech but within legal limits to protect national security and public interest.