Category: Science & Technology

Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and founder of companies such as Tesla and SpaceX, welcomed his 12th child earlier this year with Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis. The baby is Musk’s third with Zilis, who holds the position of director of operations and special projects at Neuralink. Musk has been vocal about his concerns regarding declining birth rates, and has consistently advocated for larger families. He has five children with his first wife, Justine Musk: twins Griffin and Vivian, and triplets Kai, Saxon, and Damian. Additionally, he shares three children with…

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced today that India is set to have a robust National Research Foundation (Anusandhan NRF), which promises to be a significant transformation in research and development. This foundation aims to integrate the public and private sectors, including industry and academia. Dr. Singh made these remarks during a meeting with Dr. Sethuraman Panchnathan, Director of the U.S. National Science Foundation, who is currently visiting India. Dr. Jitendra Singh, who holds multiple portfolios including Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences,…

In a historic achievement driven by an unprecedented surge in its stock price, Nvidia has surpassed tech giants Apple and Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable company. The climb, fueled by soaring demand for its AI-optimized chips, marks a significant milestone in the realm of technology and finance. Nvidia’s shares surged approximately 3.5% on Tuesday, propelling its market capitalization to around $3.34 trillion. Nvidia’s market value has surged over 170% this year and an astounding 1,100% since October 2022, underscoring its dominance in AI technology and distinguishing it among…

The Telangana State Government has embarked on an ambitious project to transform Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) into Advanced Technology Centers (ATCs), aiming to enhance skill development and ensure students are job-ready. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy laid the foundation stone for the first of these centers at the ITI Mallepally campus in Hyderabad yesterday. This initiative targets the modernization of 65 ITIs across the state, equipping them with advanced technological capabilities to meet the evolving demands of the industry. The project is a collaborative effort between the state government and Tata…

In a bid to drive innovation and enhance rural life through digital inclusion, the Central government has called for proposals for two ambitious projects: the ‘5G Intelligent Village’ and the ‘Quantum Encryption Algorithm’. This initiative aims to bring together industry leaders, MSMEs, startups, academia, and government departments involved in the technology sector to design, develop, and commercialize telecommunication products and solutions. The ‘5G Intelligent Village’ project is poised to leverage the transformative capabilities of 5G technology to uplift rural communities across India. This initiative targets key areas such as agriculture,…

In a watershed moment highlighting China’s technological prowess, researchers have unveiled the world’s first AI commander designed to lead large-scale computer war games. The AI, known as the “virtual commander,” transcends conventional military simulations by replicating human decision-making processes and incorporating nuanced personality traits and flaws. During simulations involving all branches of the PLA, the AI assumes the role of supreme commander, making critical decisions and adapting rapidly to dynamically evolving scenarios. Traditional simulation systems often lack effective joint command structures at the battle level. Despite operating autonomously within controlled…

India and the United States are currently engaged in advanced discussions aimed at jointly manufacturing the latest generation of Stryker Armoured Infantry Combat Vehicles (ICVs). This initiative forms a crucial part of a broader defence-industrial cooperation roadmap between the two nations, signaling a significant step towards enhancing India’s defence capabilities. Project Overview: The proposed project involves a phased implementation such as Initial procurement of Strykers through the US Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program and Transition to joint production in India. Co-development of advanced variants tailored to Indian Army specifications. Operational…