India's First Homegrown Semiconductor Chip to Launch Soon
Published on: July 19, 2025, 9:23 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced India's first domestically-produced semiconductor chip will launch this year. Speaking at an educational event, he emphasized India's growing role in the global semiconductor industry and highlighted upcoming AI initiatives aiming to train one million people in AI technologies.
The MICA AI Advisory Board, comprising a panel of experts drawn from academia, technology, startups, creative industry, and public policy was also announced
Opinion | A Cultural Triumph In Karachi: Mauj Theatre’s Ramayana Blends Tradition, Technology, And Tolerance
Published on: July 17, 2025, 7:17 p.m. | Source:
News18
By staging the Ramayana, Mauj has reclaimed a forgotten cultural symbiosis and boldly challenged the notion that Pakistani identity is divorced from Indic civilisational heritage
Wipro Interim Dividend: IT major announces Rs 5 interim dividend along with Q1 results - Check record date
Published on: July 17, 2025, 3:52 p.m. | Source:
India TV News
Wipro Interim Dividend, Q1 Results: Wipro, a leading AI-powered technology services and consulting company, has posted an 11 per cent year-on-year (YoY) rise in its net profit.
AI voice technology firm ElevenLabs has partnered with e-commerce platform Meesho to enable real-time multilingual customer support, managing over 60,000 customer calls each day through an AI-powered voice agent.
Wipro starts the year slow but pins hopes on large deals
Published on: July 17, 2025, midnight | Source:
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Wipro became India’s third large IT outsourcer to cut headcount in the first quarter, joining HCL Technologies and Tech Mahindra, which signals murkier waters ahead for India’s information technology services sector.
PM Modi's visit to Bihar: Projects worth Rs 7,000 crore to be unveiled
Published on: July 16, 2025, 9:51 p.m. | Source:
Firstpost
The projects are related to diverse sectors of Bihar, including railways, national highways and roads, rural development, animal husbandry and dairy farming, and Information Technology
Beyond the car specs, Tesla cars are known for its cutting-edge automotive technology such as its Autopilot features and Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised as well as other unique features such as Bioweapon defence mode.
A Bengaluru startup is making space travel greener; co-founder says 'fuel of the future' is here
Published on: July 16, 2025, 7:05 p.m. | Source:
ThePrint
Bellatrix Aerospace co-founder Yashas Karanam says the company aims to promote green & sustainable space technology and has developed a non-toxic fuel, Rudra 1N.
Nvidia's H20 AI Chips: The Power Play Between US and China
Published on: July 16, 2025, 3:24 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Nvidia aims to resume H20 AI chip sales to China amidst US-China trade negotiations involving rare earths. This move, met with political scrutiny, highlights tensions over technology exports. Nvidia's decision impacts its market dynamics, with Chinese firms eager to purchase while AMD awaits similar licensing for its MI308 chips.
NHTSA's Tough Stance: A New Era for Self-Driving Vehicles
Published on: July 16, 2025, 2:35 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Jonathan Morrison, slated to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, emphasizes the need for proactive oversight of self-driving vehicle technology in his Senate testimony. Amid concerns of potential bias due to previous Trump-Musk associations, Morrison affirms rigorous NHTSA scrutiny of emerging autonomous vehicle technologies.
Jane Street or not, quants are back at IITs in search of top talent
Published on: July 16, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
Despite Jane Street setback, high-frequency and quantitative trading firms have returned to Indian Institutes of Technology to pick interns as they vie for talent with banks and consulting giants to Big Tech companies.
World's First Plastic Road In Delhi: What Is Geocell Technology?
Published on: July 15, 2025, 5:40 p.m. | Source:
News18
Delhi's first plastic road, using geocell technology by Bharat Petroleum and CRRI, marks a major step in sustainable infrastructure by transforming plastic waste into durable roads.
Production at the new facility is slated to begin by mid-2026, using advanced technology to make electronic parts for products used in various industries.
Rahul Matthan: Technology and law are joined at the hip as they evolve together
Published on: July 15, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
Just as the Industrial Revolution reshaped the legal system, so will artificial intelligence (AI). Intellectual property law, contract frameworks and harm liability doctrines are in for big rethinks.
Shubhanshu Shukla and Axiom 4 Crew Return Date, Time LIVE Updates: "These timings have a margin window of approximately 1 hour," Union Minister for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Dr Jitendra Singh said.
Published on: July 14, 2025, 5:34 p.m. | Source:
India TV News
OUAT UG Result 2025 has been declared. Students awaiting their Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) undergraduate entrance results can download their scorecards by visiting the official website - ouat.ac.in. Check direct link here.
The savvy set: How one category became India's fastest-growing taxpayer tribe
Published on: July 14, 2025, midnight | Source:
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The surge in ITR-2 filings, doubling their share in total returns, indicates deeper retail investment participation and enhanced tax compliance driven by technology and third-party reporting.
Moradabad's Grand Preparations for Kanwar Yatra 2025: Security, Spectacle, and Sanctity
Published on: July 13, 2025, 2:59 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Moradabad and the Uttar Pradesh Police are making elaborate preparations for the Kanwar Yatra in 2025. This includes a 30-foot-long idol of Lord Shiva, extensive security measures with technology like drones and CCTV, and food safety checks along the pilgrimage route to ensure a safe and smooth experience for all devotees.
Hyderabad Hosts Exclusive Agentic AI Launch to Combat Cyber Scams
Published on: July 13, 2025, 2:57 p.m. | Source:
Deccan Chronicle
With AI becoming the nucleus of innovation across sectors, there’s a clear shift in how technology companies are engaging communities. Gone are the days of product demos behind closed doors
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday said that coaching centres have become ‘black holes’ while criticising cramming for creating “intellectual zombies rather than creative thinkers”. Addressing the 4th convocation of Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Kota, as chief guest, Dhankhar said, “Coaching centers have turned out to be poaching centers. They have become black […]
Published on: July 13, 2025, 4:46 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
SpaceX has invested $2 billion into xAI as part of a major equity round, deepening ties with Elon Musk's other ventures. The newly combined company's value stands at $113 billion, with investments in AI technology to support Starlink and future Tesla robotics projects.
North Korea has reaffirmed their support for Russia. What does this mean for Ukraine?
Published on: July 13, 2025, midnight | Source:
THE WEEK
The Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and then signed a 2026-2027 exchange plan on Sunday. The country has been providing Russia with troops and artillery shells to support its war with Ukraine in exchange for technology and money
The Telangana High Court will hear the main petition regarding AICTE approval for Hyderabad's Muffakham Jah College of Engineering and Technology on July 23.
Published on: July 8, 2025, 12:56 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
iSoftStone unveiled its new overseas brand, iSoftStone Digital, at the Global Digital Economy Conference in Beijing. This marks a pivotal step in its 'Going Global Expansion2.0' strategy, aiming to boost global client value through digital technology innovation. The brand launch highlights iSoftStone's commitment to international growth and digital transformation.
Mitsubishi’s 12th investment aims to leverage its manufacturing expertise alongside Things’ GenAI technology to enhance digital transformation in the manufacturing sector.
While Meesho’s growth in sales, users, and orders has rightly drawn attention, it has made substantial progress in building the technology that powers its platform.
Reuters' X account blocked in India 'due to legal demand', govt denies raising any request
Published on: July 6, 2025, 12:47 p.m. | Source:
Firstpost
Sources in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology said that Reuters' X account may have been blocked due to a confusion or a technical glitch from the X side
Blocking technology in the name of Swadeshi has led to India turning from a net exporter to importer of cotton. The Trump pressure is like adding salt to the wound
Pocket-sized sensor can detect toxic air threats, revolutionising pollution monitoring
Published on: July 4, 2025, 8:59 p.m. | Source:
India TV News
Know how a pocket-sized sensor is revolutionising air quality monitoring by detecting toxic pollutants in real time. This breakthrough technology offers a powerful, portable solution for tracking environmental threats and ensuring public safety.
Mass layoffs: Will global job cuts by Microsoft, IBM, Google, Meta, others affect Indians?
Published on: July 3, 2025, midnight | Source:
THE WEEK
From Microsoft to IBM, Intel to Google, and even Meta, major Silicon Valley big names in technology announce job cuts, estimated to affect at least a lakh employees this year
Playing senior tournaments from an early age, taking help of technology and being impatient results in India's first U15 title at Asian Youth TT Championships
What OpenAI has up its sleeve: An AI gadget mightier than the sword?
Published on: July 2, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
Speculation has arisen over Jonathan Ive (of Apple fame) designing a smart pen for OpenAI. If so, the designer’s love of minimalism may set it apart. The most disruptive new tech gizmo may well he one that feels least like technology.
Mint Primer | How a $12 bn R&D scheme could change the way India makes technology
Published on: July 2, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
The scheme is aimed at fostering local innovation and reducing reliance on foreign patents. It targets diverse industries, including green energy and AI, to strengthen India's tech infrastructure.
Modi will be visiting Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil and Namibia and, in his meetings with the leaders of these countries, will discuss issues ranging from trade to defence, energy to technology, and agriculture to health.
Tech evolution: Did Apple blink or think different in the race for artificial intelligence?
Published on: June 30, 2025, midnight | Source:
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A technology company that blinks at an inflection point in tech evolution risks its future. Apple Inc’s market value is under the shadow of AI, even as its Big Tech rivals grab the fancy of investors, but its core strength could see it ride out this wave
India at the Forefront of a Health-Tech Revolution: Minister Jitendra Singh's Vision for the Future
Published on: June 29, 2025, 10:56 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Union Minister Jitendra Singh underscores India's pivotal role in a global health-tech revolution, highlighting achievements in space medicine, preventive healthcare, and pharmaceutical innovation. He advocates for a synergized future healthcare ecosystem, emphasizing collaboration across sectors and the importance of integrating technology with traditional medical practices.
Into its 23rd year, the school enrolment drive launched to check drop-out rates especially among girls, in government-run or aided schools has used technology as a force multiplier, but has the ceremony around the drive matched the outcome?
Trump Calls Off Trade Talks with Canada Amid Digital Tax Dispute
Published on: June 28, 2025, 4:10 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
President Trump halted trade discussions with Canada over a new tax targeting U.S. technology firms. This abrupt decision marks a return to tension between the two nations. Trump's tariffs and trade actions have stirred financial markets and raised concerns over consumer spending and economic stability in the U.S.
L&T Technology Services Unveils Cutting-Edge Engineering Design Hub in Texas
Published on: June 28, 2025, 3:57 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
L&T Technology Services has opened a new, advanced engineering design center in Plano, Texas. This facility is poised to create over 350 high-skilled jobs and enhance collaboration between India and the US in high-tech manufacturing. It focuses on defense technologies, smart city infrastructure, and digital manufacturing.
US-Canada Trade Clash Intensifies Over Digital Tax
Published on: June 28, 2025, 1:37 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
President Donald Trump announces suspension of trade talks with Canada over its digital services tax on technology firms. The tax impacts companies such as Amazon and Google with a 3% levy on Canadian revenue. Canada insists on maintaining the tax, and the US plans retaliatory tariffs.
Published on: June 28, 2025, 12:41 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
President Trump has ended trade negotiations with Canada after it announced a digital services tax on U.S. technology firms. In response, Trump plans to impose new tariffs on Canadian goods. This development has disrupted the previously stable trading relationship between the U.S. and its second-largest trading partner.
US-Canada Trade Talks Halted Over Digital Services Tax Clash
Published on: June 27, 2025, 11:52 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
President Donald Trump has suspended trade talks with Canada after the country announced plans to maintain its tax on technology firms. The tax, affecting companies like Amazon and Google, imposes a levy on Canadian user-generated revenue. Passions run high as new tariffs loom over US-Canada relations.
Interstate Coordination Revamps for Safe and Smooth Kanwar Mela
Published on: June 27, 2025, 11:15 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan led the Interstate Coordination Committee meeting to ensure the Kanwar Mela runs smoothly. Key officials discussed law enforcement, technology, and inter-state cooperation, emphasizing real-time data sharing and safety enhancements throughout the yatra to prepare for the upcoming large-scale Kumbh Mela.
Published on: June 27, 2025, 2:42 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
A workshop in Karnataka, organized by state agencies and supported by Daiki Axis India, focused on decentralised wastewater management solutions. Key figures discussed Daiki Axis's Johkasou technology and its contributions to sustainable development and ESG goals. Developing local solutions for circular water management was emphasized, with plans for a new facility in Tumkur.
India's rare earths riddle: No quick fix as China holds the magnetic key
Published on: June 27, 2025, midnight | Source:
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Despite efforts to boost domestic production and find alternative sources, issues like raw material availability, technology access, and unviable import duty structures are hindering a quick resolution, according IREL's acting boss S.B. Mohanty
OpenAI, Microsoft rift hinges on how smart AI can get
Published on: June 26, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
Silicon Valley is at odds over whether AI can reach and exceed humanlike intelligence, a milestone with major implications for the startup and technology giant’s partnership.
The data is based on a nationwide survey conducted by TeamLease EdTech, which took insights from 14,316 professionals across diverse sectors, including Sales, Technology, HR, Finance, and Operations; the study is aimed to understand how upskilling influences key career milestones.
Published on: June 19, 2025, 8:45 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted India's economic leadership at the India Global Forum 2025 in London, following the signing of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. Key discussions focused on bilateral trade, technology collaboration, and the strategic implementation phase to unlock benefits for both nations.
Science Surge: Satellite Deals, Space Alliances, and Underwater Ecosystems
Published on: June 19, 2025, 6:32 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The latest in science news includes a significant deal between Eutelsat and the French government, aerospace companies exploring a European space alliance, and the environmental challenges facing Chile's crucial underwater forests. These stories highlight advancements in technology and pressing environmental issues.
VI Ties Up With AST SpaceMobile To Launch Satellite-Based Mobile Services
Published on: June 18, 2025, 7:35 p.m. | Source:
Deccan Chronicle
“This partnership will bring together Vi's robust national network with AST SpaceMobile's revolutionary space-based cellular technology, which connects directly to everyday smartphones without the need of any specialised software or device support or updates” : Vodafone Idea (Vi)
Digital twins of aircraft: A big leap for civil aviation?
Published on: June 18, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
Why do we still rely on ‘black box’ data troves kept aboard planes? Information and communication technology enablers now largely seem in place to link aircraft exhaustively—and in real time—with their digital shadows on the ground.
PM Modi calls for stronger India-Cyprus ties in trade, tech and security
Published on: June 15, 2025, 11:07 p.m. | Source:
Firstpost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India was looking forward to deepening its friendship with Cyprus as he arrived here for a two day visit during which he will hold talks with President Nikos Christodoulides to expand ties in areas including trade, investment, security and technology.
IIT Bombay's e-Postgraduate Diploma in Integrated Circuits (IC) Design offers an 18-month online curriculum for engineering graduates and professionals. Gain expertise in semiconductor technology and earn a diploma while enhancing your credentials. Apply by July 31.
India will soon have its own satellites to monitor spy satellites. How the technology works
Published on: June 14, 2025, 7:17 p.m. | Source:
ThePrint
A project undertaken by Defence Ministry, this network of satellites will enhance India’s space domain awareness and also help monitor orbital threats in real-time.
Igniting Innovation: INSPIRE-MANAK Opens Doors for Young Inventors
Published on: June 13, 2025, 11:46 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The INSPIRE-MANAK scheme has initiated its nomination process, inviting schools to nominate top innovative ideas from students in classes 6-12. This initiative by the Ministry of Science and Technology encourages innovation among students to address societal needs through original ideas. This year includes students from classes 11 and 12.
Push for Air Traffic Control Modernization Amid Safety Concerns
Published on: June 13, 2025, 4:21 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pushes for over $20 billion funding in Trump's budget for modernizing air traffic control. Challenges include outdated technology and safety issues prompting airlines and aerospace companies to seek $31 billion. Duffy negotiates Congress for additional funding amid rising public concern over flight safety.
Bain Capital-backed CitiusTech exploring acquisitions, to evaluate IPO
Published on: June 13, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
While the US remains its main market, CitiusTech is planning expansions in Europe and Japan as demand for healthcare technology services increases among medtech, healthcare, and life sciences companies.
Tech Meets Entertainment: Revolutionizing Film Marketing with Moving Brahma
Published on: June 12, 2025, 2:31 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Tech innovator Vatsal Rajgor partners with filmmaker Prem Raj Soni to launch Moving Brahma, a $500,000 venture reimagining film marketing. Bridging technology and entertainment, it focuses on ROI-driven marketing strategies, leveraging consumer data and expert insights. Currently bootstrapped, it aims to set a new standard in India's entertainment ecosystem.
India's Digital Transformation: A Tech-First Viksit Bharat Under Modi
Published on: June 12, 2025, 10:31 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasizes technology's role in revolutionizing India over the past 11 years, enhancing service delivery and transparency. This digital transformation has not only driven innovation and governance but has also uplifted citizens, with initiatives like UPI and Digital India bridging gaps and unlocking opportunities.
IT companies are hunting deals rather than waiting for clients to float tenders
Published on: June 11, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
While IT service providers, including Cognizant Technology Solutions and Zensar Technologies, said they are bagging deals through client mining efforts, peers Birlasoft Ltd and Firstsource Solutions Ltd are focusing on creating large deals.
India prepares reporting standard as AI failures may hold clues to managing risks
Published on: June 11, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
Recording and analysing AI incidents is important because system failures, bias, privacy breaches, and unexpected results have raised concerns about how the technology affects people and society.
Crisis at Crossroads: US-China Trade Talks in London
Published on: June 10, 2025, 6:31 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
High-level delegations from the US and China met in London to stabilize their trade truce, addressing issues like rare earth minerals and AI technology. The discussions follow last month's temporary tariff suspension, with concerns about a potential recession looming. Talks may continue beyond Monday.
US, China begin crucial trade talks in London, signal rare earth and tech export concessions
Published on: June 10, 2025, 12:51 a.m. | Source:
Firstpost
Washington is prepared to relax certain technology export restrictions on China, while also expressing confidence that Beijing will increase exports of rare earth minerals to the US market, according to a report, citing a senior White House official
Explore the alarming rise of botched hair transplant procedures in India, leading many to seek "Turkish Hairlines." Discover why Turkey has become a global hub for hair restoration due to marketing, affordability, and advanced technology, while experts emphasize checking certifications and the dangers of untrained practitioners.
'Technology Must Complement, Not Replace, Human Mind In Judicial Decision-Making': CJI Gavai
Published on: June 8, 2025, 6 a.m. | Source:
News18
The CJI said that complex legal issues often require an understanding of human context, societal implications, and ethical dilemmas that AI, in its current form, cannot fully grasp
Published on: June 8, 2025, 4:31 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
British finance minister Rachel Reeves plans to allocate 86 billion pounds for research and development. This move by the Labour government aims to drive new jobs and economic growth, with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology revealing the investment's potential impact on various sectors.
Mukesh Ambani donates Rs 151 crore to his alma mater ICT
Published on: June 7, 2025, 8:06 a.m. | Source:
Firstpost
The Reliance chairman spent over three hours at Mumbai-based ICT – formerly the University Department of Chemical Technology (UDCT) – during a function to launch Professor MM Sharma's biography, ‘Divine Scientist’
US suspends licenses to ship nuclear plant parts to China amid trade tensions
Published on: June 7, 2025, 12:05 a.m. | Source:
Firstpost
The United States has suspended licenses allowing companies to export nuclear power plant equipment to China. The move, taken by the US Department of Commerce, marks a sharp escalation in the ongoing trade and technology war between the two superpowers.
Praj Industries Partners with Enersur for Landmark Biorefinery Project in Paraguay
Published on: June 6, 2025, 10:37 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Praj Industries teams up with Paraguay's Enersur S.A. for a significant Biorefinery Project to produce ethanol and other bio-based products, fostering renewable energy growth. This collaboration aligns with Paraguay's clean energy goals, enhancing rural development and reducing fossil fuel dependence, while symbolizing India's advanced technology and global partnerships.
Senators Push for Essential Air Safety Reform Post-Tragic Collision
Published on: June 6, 2025, 5:33 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
A group of Democratic senators introduced significant air safety legislation following a deadly collision between a helicopter and a regional jet near Reagan National Airport. The proposed law mandates comprehensive FAA safety reviews and advanced tracking technology use to prevent such fatal incidents in the future.
Government supports all green mobility, says heavy industries minister Kumaraswamy
Published on: June 6, 2025, midnight | Source:
Livemint
Kumaraswamy also said battery makers have faced hurdles in meeting timelines under the production-linked incentive scheme for advanced chemical cells (PLI-ACC) due to unavailability of technology, skilled manpower and upstream components, besides challenges in importing equipment and machinery.
Published on: June 5, 2025, 11:20 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
US and India have initiated vital negotiations in Delhi to forge a new Bilateral Trade Agreement aimed at boosting economic collaboration. The proposed pact, seen as a cornerstone of global trade, seeks to elevate trade volumes drastically by 2030, impacting key sectors like technology and agriculture.
Covert AI Maneuvers: OpenAI's Alert on Chinese Operations
Published on: June 5, 2025, 11:12 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
OpenAI reveals increased use of its AI technology by Chinese groups for covert activities. Though these operations are small-scale, they involve generating fake content and supporting cyber operations. OpenAI's report highlights the need for vigilance in the face of expanding tactics by AI misuse.