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19 Jun

Ambani Unveils Technology Playbook for Sovereign AI Compute and Satellite Broadband Expansion

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsTechnologyJamnagar data centre, Jio AI, Reliance, Satellite broadband, Sovereign computing

Gurpreet Singh: In a major move to transform India's digital landscape, Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Jio Chairman Akash Ambani have unveiled a comprehensive technology strategy at the company's 49th Annual General Meeting. The ambitious plan outlines a massive expansion into sovereign artificial intelligence infrastructure and space-based internet connectivity, signalling a significant evolution from traditional terrestrial telecommunications to an independent, cloud-based computing and satellite ecosystem. Central to this digital push is the "Reliance Intelligence" initiative, designed to address the critical shortage and high cost of advanced computing power within the country. The cornerstone of this project is…

29 May

Global ChatGPT Outage Leaves Users Frustrated as AI Tool Faces Technical Glitch

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, TrendingChatGPT

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Users of ChatGPT across multiple countries faced unexpected service interruptions on Friday after the AI platform began experiencing technical problems, preventing many from accessing responses or continuing conversations. The issue quickly gained attention online as thousands of users reported failed prompts, delayed replies, and sudden error messages while using the chatbot. Complaints surged throughout the day, especially from people relying on the service for office work, studies, research, and content creation. Many users said the chatbot became unusually slow before eventually stopping altogether. Others encountered messages indicating server or network problems whenever they attempted to send…

09 May

India Achieves Strategic Milestone with Successful Agni MIRV Missile Test

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyAgni missile, DRDO test, Indian defence, MIRV technology, Odisha launch, strategic deterrence

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India has successfully executed a critical flight test of an advanced Agni missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology, marking a significant leap in the nation's strategic defence capabilities. The test was conducted on Friday, May 8, 2026, from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, according to an official statement from the Defence Ministry. This advanced system allows a single missile to deploy multiple warheads to different locations, a capability that significantly enhances the effectiveness of India's nuclear deterrence and its ability to bypass complex missile defence systems. During…

01 Mar

Canadian-Led Team Discovers “Ghost Galaxy” 250 Million Light-Years Away

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TechnologyAstrostatistics, CDG-2, Dark Galaxy, Dark Matter, David Li, Euclid, Hubble Space Telescope, University of Toronto

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma)— A Canadian-led team of astronomers has identified a nearly invisible "dark galaxy," nicknamed a "ghost galaxy," located roughly 250 million light-years from Earth. The discovery of CDG-2 (Candidate Dark Galaxy-2) highlights how much of the universe remains a mystery, as the galaxy is thought to be composed of 99.9% dark matter. "Yeah, it’s pretty much invisible," said David Li, a post-doctoral fellow at the University of Toronto and lead researcher on the project. Li, a specialist in the burgeoning field of astrostatistics, used advanced statistical tools to identify patterns in space that traditional observation might miss. The…

24 Dec

India’s LVM3 Rocket Delivers Record-Breaking Commercial Satellite to Orbit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, TrendingISRO

Sriharikota (Rajeev Sharma): In a major boost to India’s commercial space launch profile, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Tuesday successfully placed the heaviest foreign satellite ever launched from Indian territory into orbit using its LVM3 rocket. The payload, BlueBird Block-2, tipped the scales at around 6,100 kilograms and was carried into Low Earth Orbit during the LVM3-M6 mission. Built by US-based AST SpaceMobile, the satellite is designed to provide direct space-based cellular broadband services to conventional mobile phones, a technology aimed at expanding connectivity beyond traditional ground networks. This mission was undertaken as a fully commercial launch, highlighting…

08 Dec

Haryana Governor Praises Sports Science and Training Excellence at Sports University Convocation in Rai

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, TechnologyAseem Kumar Ghosh, convocation ceremony, Haryana Governor, Sports University Rai

Chandigarh, December 8 — Haryana Governor and Chancellor Prof. Aseem Kumar Ghosh attended the convocation ceremony of Haryana Sports University in Rai, Sonepat on Sunday, where he awarded degrees to 205 graduating students and commended their outstanding achievements.First Lady Mitra Ghosh, Vice Chancellor Ashok Kumar, MLA Krishna Gehlawat, Deputy Commissioner Sushil Sarwan, Panchjanya editor Hitesh Shankar, Registrar Jaswinder Singh and several distinguished guests were present at the event.Addressing the ceremony, Prof. Ghosh said that excellence in sports today is not limited to physical ability but is the result of science-based training, psychological strength, nutrition, sports psychology and modern technology. He…

02 Dec

Sanchar Saathi Row Deepens as Government Defends Move, Critics Warn of Privacy Intrusion

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, TrendingSanchar Saathi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The dispute surrounding the Centre’s decision to have the Sanchar Saathi application pre-loaded on new smartphones sold in India showed no signs of easing, even after Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia attempted to reassure users that they will not be compelled to keep or use the app. Addressing the media, Scindia maintained that the directive issued to device manufacturers had been misunderstood. He stressed that the app poses no threat to personal data and can be removed by users if they prefer not to engage with it.“Just like other pre-bundled apps, you may retain it or delete…

10 Nov

India Expands DigiLocker into a Unified Digital ID Wallet with AI-Powered Verification Capabilities

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, TrendingDigiLocker

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant stride toward establishing a comprehensive digital identity ecosystem, the Government of India has unveiled a substantial enhancement to its flagship DigiLocker platform, effectively transforming it into a unified digital ID wallet for all citizens.This strategic move seeks to integrate all pivotal identification documents, including Aadhaar, PAN, driving license, voter ID, ration card, and health ID, into a single secure digital space. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has confirmed that DigiLocker will soon incorporate AI-driven eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer) and global credential verification capabilities. This upgrade will empower citizens to…

09 Oct

Made-in-India 6G: Ericsson to Begin Trials by 2028, Boosts Indigenous Production

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology5G, 6G trials, Ericsson India, Grain ATM Annapurti, telecom manufacturing

Bengaluru/India, October 9, 2025 — Swedish telecom giant Ericsson has announced plans to manufacture all telecom equipment it sells in India domestically, including future products, a senior company executive said on Thursday. Andres Vicente, Ericsson’s Head of Market Area Southeast Asia, Oceania, and India, revealed the company’s intentions during the India Mobile Congress 2025. He also noted that 6G trials are expected by 2028, though commercial deployment will follow later.Currently, Ericsson produces 4G and 5G equipment in India, exporting some to other Asian nations. The company recently expanded its ASIC (application-specific integrated chips) R&D center in Bengaluru and has begun…

20 Sep

India’s Sovereign AI BharatGen Secures Rs. 988.6 Crore Under IndiaAI Mission; Receives Largest Share of MeitY’s Rs. 1,500 Crore Allocation

nishuthapar10 CommentsBusiness, Technology, Trending

BharatGen, India's ï¬rst government-backed multimodal Sovereign AI ï¬agship initiative, has been awarded funding of Rs. 988.6 crore by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The formal announcement was made by Hon'ble Union Minister of Electronics G IT, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, during an event at Hotel The Ashok, New Delhi. Hon'ble Union Minister of Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, made the formal announcement at an event held in Delhi The allocation positions BharatGen as the foremost beneï¬ciary of the Rs. 1,500 crore IndiaAI Mission 2025, highlighting its central role in building India's sovereign AI ecosystem. The funding will help…