Google has rolled out its AI-powered Search Mode in India for seven new Indian languages — Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu — making conversational query responses available in native tongues. In addition, it launched a feature called “Search Live”, which allows users to interact using voice or the camera, making search more […]
Anthropic, an AI startup backed by Google and Amazon, has announced plans to open its first Indian office in Bengaluru in early 2026. The move reflects India’s rising importance as a market for AI adoption — Anthropic calls India its second‐largest market for its Claude chatbot. The new office is expected to deepen the company’s
In the 21st century, governance has undergone a profound transformation with the rise of digital technologies. E-governance — the use of information and communication technology (ICT) to deliver government services — is reshaping how states interact with citizens and how public institutions operate. It represents not just a technological upgrade, but a paradigm shift in
A Chennai startup called Wankel Energy Systems has come up with an innovative device, the Phoenix Expander, which captures energy usually wasted when high-pressure steam is throttled down in many industrial systems. Rather than letting that steam waste its potential, the device converts it into clean electricity. This has applications in industries like dairy, textile,
India’s state telecom operator BSNL plans to upgrade its network across India from its current 4G infrastructure to 5G in the next 6-8 months, as per Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. This upgrade is indigenously developed, marking both a technological milestone and a nod towards telecom self-reliance. This transition will impact digital inclusion and connectivity, especially in
Bengaluru is launching an AI-driven “Mobility Digital Twin” (MDT) costing around ₹1 crore to better predict and manage traffic in the city. What’s unique: this model doesn’t assume drivers behave perfectly (as many models do); it simulates real human driving behavior, incorporating data from signals, ride-aggregators, vehicles, etc. The MDT will be used by traffic
In a bold move that could redefine the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, Nvidia and Fujitsu have announced a strategic partnership aimed at creating a comprehensive AI infrastructure. This collaboration is set to accelerate AI adoption across sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, environmental technology, advanced computing, and customer service, with ambitious goals targeting
Maharashtra’s new 2025 policy elevates AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics) + XR (Extended Reality) to the status of industry, infrastructure, and essential service. This means these technologies can operate 365 days a year, receive institutional support, and attract investments more easily. The move signals the state’s ambition to transform into a creative-tech hub. As
U.S.-based Natsoft and its subsidiary Updraft have filed a lawsuit against Indian IT services major Hexaware, seeking $500 million for alleged patent violations. The suit claims Hexaware improperly incorporated Natsoft’s tech for automated code testing, legacy modernization, and AI code generation into its own solutions. The case highlights growing tensions around intellectual property, especially in
India’s ambitious Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train corridor is gearing up to use Japan’s advanced E10 Shinkansen trains, capable of speeds up to 320 km/h. In preparation, E5 Shinkansen models will be tested first to ensure safety, interoperability, and readiness of infrastructure. This Indo-Japanese collaboration not only promises a faster travel revolution but also signals deeper tech
