Lucknow, April 06, 2026: Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, today said that it has deployed more than 4300 new 5G sites across UP East in the last 12 months, significantly strengthening its network presence across the region. The large scale network expansion was undertaken across 48 districts of UP East circle, covering 34 million people across urban centres, growth towns and remote rural villages. By adding an average of 12 new sites every day, Airtel has accelerated the roll out of high speed connectivity, ensuring…
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Airtel Announces US$1 Billion Investment in Nxtra Led by Alpha Wave Global and Existing Investor Carlyle. Bharti Airtel Will Also Participate
Lucknow, March 31, 2026: Bharti Airtel (NSE: BHARTIARTL) (“Airtel”), today announced an investment of US$ 1 Billion by Alpha Wave Global, Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) and Anchorage Capital, through their affiliates, in Nxtra Data Limited (“Nxtra”), a subsidiary of Bharti Airtel engaged in the data center business, to expand its network across India and accelerate growth. Airtel will also participate in this round. As part of the pact, Alpha Wave Global will invest US$435 million, Carlyle US$240 million, Anchorage Capital US$35 million, with the rest being infused by Airtel. The…
Read MoreDiscussion on the Relationship Between Technology and the Human Mind at ‘Psycon- 2026’
Lucknow, March 14, 2026: Discussion on the changing relationship between mental health and technology under the theme “Mind in the Machine.” In a rapidly changing environment, caring for mental health has become essential. “What time is it?”—the answer to this question is usually the first thing people check on their phones after waking up in the morning. During college days, students often join their classes through WhatsApp groups. From that moment, many begin to fall into the grip of their mobile devices. Various topics related to digital dopamine and its effects were…
Read MorePlay as Baba Yaga: New John Wick Game Brings Cinematic Gun-Fu Combat
London: The world of stylish assassins, neon-lit cities, and relentless action is preparing to expand beyond cinema. The iconic action franchise John Wick is officially heading into the world of high-budget gaming, with a full AAA title currently in development. The project, announced earlier this year, promises to bring the brutal elegance and fast-paced choreography of the films to an interactive format. For fans of the franchise and action gaming alike, the upcoming title could mark one of the most ambitious film-to-game adaptations in recent years. Keanu Reeves Returns as…
Read MoreHybrid Gaming on the Horizon: A Review of Xbox’s Next Console ‘Project Helix’
New Delhi: Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S have defined Microsoft’s current generation of console gaming, but the company has already begun preparing for the future. Microsoft has officially confirmed that it is developing its next-generation Xbox console under the codename Project Helix, signalling a potential shift in how console gaming will evolve over the next decade. Early information suggests that the upcoming hardware may blur the boundaries between traditional consoles and PC gaming platforms. A New Step in Xbox Hardware Evolution The confirmation of Project Helix marks Microsoft’s…
Read MoreYouTube vs Mainstream Media: How India’s New-Age Creators Are Reshaping the Information Ecosystem
Mumbai/ New Delhi: Over the past decade—and especially in the last few years—India’s media landscape has undergone a profound transformation. A growing number of journalists, commentators, entertainers, and independent storytellers are shifting away from traditional newsrooms and television studios to build their presence on digital platforms, most notably YouTube. What once functioned as a supplementary video platform has now evolved into a powerful alternative to mainstream media, rivaling television news channels, entertainment networks, and even print publications. This shift reflects deeper structural changes in how audiences consume information and entertainment.…
Read MoreThe New Sound of Creation: How Technology Is Transforming Music Production for Young Artists
Mumbai: In the past, producing a professional-quality song required access to expensive recording studios, skilled sound engineers, and specialized equipment that few aspiring musicians could afford. Today, that landscape has been radically transformed. Rapid technological advances have dramatically lowered the barriers to music production, allowing young creators to produce, refine, and distribute their music from bedrooms, dorm rooms, and home studios. Laptops, smartphones, and affordable software have effectively replaced the traditional studio environment, empowering a new generation of musicians to explore their creativity with unprecedented freedom. At the center of…
Read MoreThe India AI Impact Summit 2026: Shaping the Global Future of AI
New Delhi: The India AI Impact Summit 2026, held in New Delhi from February 16–21 at Bharat Mandapam, marked a defining moment in global artificial intelligence discourse. As the fourth installment in a series of major international AI summits—following Bletchley Park (2023), Seoul (2024), and Paris (2025)—this was the first hosted in the Global South, signaling a shift in the conversation from concentrated tech hubs to regions long underrepresented in AI policymaking. The scale of the summit was staggering. Over six days, more than 20 heads of state and 60…
Read MoreMit Chheda: A New-Age Entrepreneur Building Scalable, Technology-Driven Enterprises
Mumbai: In India’s rapidly evolving business landscape, a new generation of entrepreneurs is reshaping traditional service models through innovation, operational excellence and technology integration. Among them, Mit Chheda stands out as a promising business leader whose journey reflects the mindset of modern entrepreneurship – strategic, data-driven and growth-focused. With over a decade of experience in building and scaling large operational businesses, Mit has established himself as a forward-thinking entrepreneur known for creating high-performance organisations. His leadership style is rooted in structure, process discipline and intelligent use of technology to…
Read MoreSTPI Hosts Startup/Industry Meet and Investor Connect Program in Lucknow
Lucknow: Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) organised a Startup/Industry Meet and Investor Connect Program at Hotel Taj, Lucknow, bringing together key stakeholders from the startup ecosystem under one roof. The event witnessed active participation from startups, industry leaders, investors, policymakers and domain experts, creating a vibrant platform for collaboration and innovation. The programme featured startup presentations, panel discussions and focused networking sessions aimed at fostering technology-driven entrepreneurship and investment opportunities. Several promising startups showcased their ideas, with jury members offering valuable feedback and guidance. The event was graced by…
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