Short version: India is rapidly building an indigenous drone ecosystem driven by liberalised rules, government incentives (PLI, Drone Shakti), large defence procurements, and a growing crop of startups and industry incumbents. This is turning drones from niche gadgets into a multi-billion-dollar domestic manufacturing and services sector — for agriculture, mapping, logistics, public health, and defence. […]
Here’s everything you need to know about the brand-new Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line, inaugurated today, August 11, 2025: Route & Coverage Timings & Frequency Fare Structure Travel Time & Benefits Quick Recap Table Feature Details Route RV Road ↔ Bommasandra; 19 km, 16 stations Timings 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM Frequency Every 25 min (initial);
Despite the DPDP Act, 2023 receiving Presidential assent and gazette publication two years ago, it has not yet been enacted. Final rules were released in January 2025, but a formal notification is still pending—leaving India without an active digital privacy framework. The delay affects businesses, consumers, and legal clarity around personal data protection in the
Best Buy is expanding its Bengaluru tech center by over 40%, increasing staffing from 350 to up to 550 employees. The move underscores India’s growing importance in global tech operations, as multinational companies transform Global Capability Centres (GCCs) from support hubs into core R&D and AI development centers. Best Buy’s Bengaluru office, focusing on AI,
India’s biggest IT exporter, TCS, has announced the layoff of over 12,000 employees, marking a significant shift driven by the increasing role of AI in automation. While TCS attributes this to “skill mismatches,” analysts interpret it as a clear indicator of structural transformation in traditional IT services—especially impacting roles in coding, testing, and customer support.
There are discussions in the tech world about whether Apple will start manufacturing its iPhones entirely in the United States, following political pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump has repeatedly emphasized that American companies should make their products within the country to boost jobs and the economy. Currently, most iPhones are made in
A new generation of smart glasses, reminiscent of Iron Man’s AI assistant J.A.R.V.I.S, has been launched in the market. These glasses are equipped with advanced features like real-time translation, voice commands, navigation assistance, health tracking, and live notifications. The device can connect seamlessly to your smartphone via Bluetooth, allowing you to take calls, reply to
The dream of having humanoid robots working alongside us in offices, factories, and even homes is closer than ever. But according to Wang Xingxing, CEO of Chinese robotics leader Unitree Robotics, the industry’s biggest roadblock isn’t building better machines — it’s giving them the brains to truly think and act on their own. Speaking to
In recent years, the trucking industry has undergone a significant transformation. At the forefront of this evolution stands Daimler Truck North America (DTNA)—a powerhouse committed to pushing boundaries with advanced technology and artificial intelligence (AI). With the rising demand for faster logistics, safer roads, and more sustainable transportation, DTNA is setting new benchmarks for what
In a groundbreaking leap for artificial intelligence, Google DeepMind has introduced Genie 3, a powerful generative model capable of turning simple 2D inputs—like images or videos—into rich, interactive 3D environments in real time. Genie 3 builds on the success of its predecessor Genie, pushing the boundaries of AI-driven simulation, gaming, and virtual world generation. What
