Category: Science & Technology

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari visited Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) Delhi Campus on March 26, 2024. The C-DOT is the premier Telecom R&D centre of the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India. It is actively working on developing indigenous, secured telecom solutions, for critical infrastructure such as defence communications & Cyber Security. CEO, C-DOT, Dr Rajkumar Upadhyay, gave a detailed presentation on diverse telecom product portfolio/solutions and key telecom security solutions such as security operation centre (real-time detection of malware in…

Dell Technologies has initiated significant workforce reductions, affecting approximately 6,000 employees across various countries. According to a report Dell’s global workforce, which stood at nearly 120,000 employees as of February 2, 2024, has witnessed a notable decline from its previous count of 126,000 employees. The rationale behind Dell’s workforce reduction can be attributed to a prolonged slump in computer sales spanning approximately two years. This sustained downturn in demand has resulted in an 11% decrease in the company’s revenue. Despite the recent revenue challenges, Dell remains optimistic about the prospects…

Keynote addresses: Renowned industry leaders and policymakers addressed the gathering, sharing their perspectives on the critical role startups play in India’s economic growth and development Future Entrepreneurs Day: With a focus on cultivating the entrepreneurial spirit among students, the Future Entrepreneurs Day is expected to gather close to 3,000 individuals handpicked by colleges and incubators nationwide for their inclination towards entrepreneurship. 10 thematic pavilions: To showcase the variety and depth of the phenomena on – Deeptech, AI & SaaS, Fintech, Agritech, Biotech & Pharma, Climate Tech, Gaming & E-Sports, D2C,…

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held a telephonic conversation with US Secretary of Defence Mr Lloyd Austin on March 18, 2024. Both Ministers briefly discussed a range of bilateral, regional security and defence cooperation issues. They reviewed the recent bilateral events such as the INDUS-X Summit held in New Delhi in February 2024, and the bilateral Tri-Service exercise ‘Tiger Triumph’ which has also commenced in India on March 18, 2024. The US Secretary of Defence appreciated the important role being played by the Indian Navy in conducting anti-piracy operations in the…

US-based startup Cognition has unveiled Devin AI, heralded as the world’s first AI software engineer. With the ability to build websites and software programs from a simple prompt, Devin AI represents a significant leap forward in the realm of artificial intelligence. Powered by advanced algorithms and machine learning capabilities, Devin AI promises to revolutionize the way code is debugged, written, and deployed. Devin AI is equipped with its own code editor, command line interface, and browser, enabling it to operate autonomously without human intervention. While Devin AI offers unparalleled efficiency…

Sheena Rani, the scientist whose leadership brought fruition to India’s ground-breaking achievement – the Agni-5 missile with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology. Her journey as a scientist at the Advanced Systems Laboratory of the DRDO in Hyderabad spans over two decades, embodying resilience, innovation, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Sheena Rani’s saga in the realm of defense technology commenced with her academic pursuits in electronics and communications engineering at the esteemed College of Engineering in Thiruvananthapuram. Since 1999, Sheena Rani has been at the forefront of developing launch…

Union Minister of Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh today inaugurated the first-of- its-kind “National Speed Breeding Crop Facility” at the premier National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) in Mohali. Speaking on the occasion as chief guest, Dr. Jitendra Singh said, “this initiative is in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s priority of doubling the farmer`s Income, ensuring their economic empowerment and promoting Agri-StartUps”. He said, farmers will now have the opportunity to improve their crop qualitatively as well as quantitatively. Dr. Jitendra Singh said, “Biotechnology speedy seeds facility will cater…

Byju’s has made a strategic decision to give up almost all its office spaces across India as part of a significant cost-cutting initiative. This move comes amidst an ongoing dispute with investors and a need to address a looming liquidity crisis. Byju’s has mandated all employees, except those working at its tuition centers, to work remotely indefinitely. The company has been facing financial strain, evident from its delay in disbursing salaries to a significant portion of its workforce. The delay in salary payments has affected about 75% of the company’s…

India has made significant strides in the mobile phone manufacturing sector, emerging as the fifth-largest exporter globally for this commodity. Recent data from the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) reveals the remarkable progress made in achieving self-sufficiency in mobile phone production over the past decade. According to ICEA data, since 2014, India’s cumulative exports of mobile phones have amounted to approximately Rs 3,22,048 crore. The exponential growth in mobile phone production and exports can be attributed to a conducive policy environment and a collaborative approach between industry stakeholders and…

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh left no room for ambiguity regarding India’s stance amidst ongoing border challenges. Singh’s resolute message extended to India’s response to any form of aggression, irrespective of its origin or mode of attack. While highlighting India’s history of refraining from initiating conflicts or territorial expansion, Singh issued a clear warning that any assault on Indian soil would meet with a swift and forceful retaliation. The Defence Minister’s remarks carried significant implications amid the persisting tensions with China, particularly evident in regions like Kashmir, Ladakh, and the northeast.…