Category: Technology

Young Engineers Will Lay the Foundation for ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’; Nitin Gadkari Encourages Innovation Mumbai (Anil Bedag): Giving a major boost to innovation among young engineers in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, NICMAR hosted the grand finale of the inaugural Bharat Nav-Nirmaan Challenge 2026 in Mumbai. The nationwide competition witnessed participation from over 20,000 students representing more than 500 educational institutions. Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering emerged as the winner, receiving a share of the ₹30 lakh prize pool along with a Global Infrastructure Excellence Tour. Chief…

Bhopal: Electric vehicle manufacturer Komaki Electric Vehicles has expanded its two-wheeler portfolio with the launch of two new electric scooters, the MG Pro V and MG Pro+. The company says the new models are aimed at making premium build quality and advanced electric mobility features more accessible to Indian consumers. Priced at ₹73,999 for the MG Pro V and ₹79,999 for the MG Pro+, the scooters distinguish themselves in the affordable EV segment through their all-metal body construction. While many electric scooters in the entry and mid-range categories use fiber-based…

New Delhi: Despite rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and growing fears of widespread unemployment, a new report from Goldman Sachs suggests that the anxiety surrounding an impending AI job apocalypse is largely exaggerated, even though the technology is poised to significantly transform the labor market over the next decade. The study, titled “An AI Job Apocalypse?,” gathers insights from economists and artificial intelligence experts who generally agree that while AI will inevitably displace certain roles, it will also create new employment opportunities over time. Joseph Briggs, a senior global economist…

New Delhi: Reliance Jio has unveiled an innovative AI-powered voice assistant designed to make everyday phone calls smarter, more productive, and easier to manage. Announced during the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), the upcoming Jio AI Call Agent is part of Reliance’s broader vision to integrate artificial intelligence across its telecom ecosystem and deliver advanced digital services to millions of users. The new voice-based AI assistant is expected to function as a personal digital companion during calls, offering features such as real-time transcription, call summaries, and voice-driven assistance—all without requiring…

Bengaluru: India’s rapidly expanding Global Capability Centre (GCC) ecosystem has the potential to become a major catalyst for the country’s next phase of innovation-driven growth, according to Deepak Bagla, Director of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog. Speaking at the GCC Conclave on Innovation 2026 in Bengaluru, organized jointly by the Atal Innovation Mission and the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), Bagla highlighted the growing role of GCCs in strengthening India’s innovation landscape. He called for deeper collaboration between global capability centres, startups, incubators, and young innovators to…

Lucknow: Popular messaging application WhatsApp, which boasts over 3 billion users globally, has introduced a username feature as an alternative to mobile numbers. This shift means users will no longer need to share their phone numbers to chat, as a username alone will suffice. While WhatsApp leadership and privacy advocates view this as a revolutionary step toward enhancing personal privacy, the update has ignited a fierce security debate in highly active digital markets like India. Several experts warn that this privacy feature could inadvertently become a hotbed for cybercrime. Law…

New Delhi: As smartphone buyers increasingly look beyond specifications to evaluate real-world performance and user experience, AI+ Smartphones has launched two new devices under its Nova series — the Nova 2 Neo 5G and Nova 2 Pro 5G. The company says the new lineup has been designed to cater to a wide spectrum of users, ranging from first-time smartphone buyers to content creators and professionals. The launch was presented through a unique event titled “India’s Got Nova,” featuring comedian Samay Raina and technology expert Rajiv Makhni. Rather than simply highlighting…

Kratikal Tech Makes Its Market Debut with a Focus on Combating Cyber Threats AI-Driven Cybersecurity Company Kratikal Tech’s IPO Opens on June 30 Mumbai (Anil Bedag): As Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity continue to gain strategic importance in the digital era, Kratikal Tech Limited is set to enter the capital market with its ₹39.69 crore Initial Public Offering (IPO). The issue will open for subscription on June 30, 2026, and close on July 2, 2026. The IPO, which will be listed on the BSE SME platform, is being viewed as…