In a dramatic demonstration, the Indian Army successfully tested an AI‑enabled Negev light machine gun (LMG) at 14,000 ft altitude. Equipped with thermal and optical sensors, the system autonomously identifies targets, classifies friend/friend‑foe, and adjusts firing based on environmental conditions like wind and temperature. Developed by BSS Material, the prototype showcased stable target acquisition and semi‑autonomous […]
Maharashtra has unveiled the MahaAgri‑AI Policy 2025–29, backed by ₹500 cr in funding for the first three years. This initiative integrates AI, drones, robotics, predictive analytics, and smart sensors to transform agriculture—from real-time crop monitoring and weather forecasting to automated pest control. The program also includes AI hubs at agricultural universities, a new AgriTech & AI
Major Chinese model goes open, sparking global AI innovation Chinese tech giant Baidu has committed to open-sourcing its next-gen AI model “Ernie” by June 30, 2025, amid intense global competition and rising momentum for collaborative AI efforts. Alongside this, its chatbot Ernie Bot has already gone free since April, signaling a strategic pivot toward openness
New Delhi safety measures aim to protect online users nationwide On June 17, Google announced a Safety Charter for India, introducing AI-driven protections to shield users from cyberfraud—particularly UPI-based scams that cost ₹1,087 crore in 2024. The charter will deploy real-time detection of deepfakes, phishing, and AI-generated scams, targeting savings of up to ₹20,000 crore in losses
Sub‑₹20K phone with AI‑powered “Circle to Search” & Gemini features Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy M36 5G will debut in India on June 27, aiming at tech-savvy youth seeking AI-enhanced everyday usage. Among its standout features are “Circle to Search” powered by Google, and integrated support for Google’s Gemini AI, along with a robust
Former ISRO chief A.S. Kiran Kumar outlines Gaganyaan’s next big leap At a recent event in Mangaluru, A.S. Kiran Kumar—the former chairman of ISRO—announced that the Gaganyaan mission is now targeting a crewed spaceflight within the next one to two years, making India the fourth country globally to send astronauts into space. This announcement follows delays due to the
🚰 Free Drinking Water for All! Water ATMs Launched at 3 Locations in Mylapore Zone 💧 In a significant move to promote public health and hydration, the civic authorities have installed Water ATMs at three strategic locations in the Mylapore zone. These ATMs dispense free, safe, and potable drinking water, making it easier for residents,
Here’s the latest on the “Made‑in‑India business jet by 2028” project: A landmark joint venture between France’s Dassault Aviation and Anil Ambani’s Reliance Infrastructure (via Reliance Aerostructure) has been announced. They’ll set up a final assembly line for the Dassault Falcon 2000 business jets in Nagpur, Maharashtra. What This Means By the Numbers ✅ Milestone Details First
Apple has officially launched its annual “Back to School” promotion in India, starting today, June 17, and running until September 30. The offer covers selected MacBook and iPad models, including educational discounts, free accessories (like AirPods), and cashback deals. Students and educators can take advantage of these bundles to access Apple hardware at more affordable
In a groundbreaking achievement, DRDO and IIT-Delhi have demonstrated secure quantum communication using entanglement over a distance, marking a significant stride in India’s quantum tech capabilities. This setup, achieved through entangled photons, promises ultra-secure data links resilient to eavesdropping—critical for defence and high-security communications. This advance propels India into the global quantum communication arena, often
