Green Cave Microbes in New Mexico Redefine Life's Limits
Scientists discover cyanobacteria in Carlsbad Caverns using near-infrared light for photosynthesis, surviving in total darkness for millions of years, reshaping astrobiology.
Category : Technology
PM Modi Inaugurates India AI Impact Summit 2026 for AI Leadership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the India AI Impact Summit 2026 today, positioning the nation as a global leader in artificial intelligence to advance humanity through technology.
Fortnite v39.50 Update: Solo Leveling, Server Downtime
The Fortnite v39.50 update brings the Solo Leveling collaboration, Honkai Star Rail cosmetics, and Lantern Fest. Server downtime starts at 4:00 AM ET on February 19, 2026, lasting about 2 hours.
Prayagraj Railway Installs High-Mast CCTV for Security
North Central Railway's Prayagraj Division has deployed an advanced high-mast CCTV system with 360-degree rotation, Full HD vision, and smart motion detection to monitor its sprawling Electric Trip Shed yard, boosting railway asset protection.
University Expelled from AI Summit Over Fake Robotic Dog
Galgotias University was forced to leave the India AI Impact Summit after its showcased robotic dog was exposed as a commercially available Chinese product, sparking controversy over authenticity.
Google's $15B AI Hub & US-India Cable Boost Tech Partnership
Google announces 'America-India Connect' subsea cable and $15 billion AI hub in Visakhapatnam, reinforcing infrastructure investment and AI diffusion across India's economy.
AI Pioneer Warns of Geopolitical Risk from Concentrated AI Power
Yoshua Bengio warns that AI dominance by US and China threatens global stability, urges nations to demand democratic AI development at diplomatic levels.
Nvidia, AI Grants India Aim to Launch 500 AI Startups
Nvidia collaborates with AI Grants India to provide resources and support for early-stage AI founders, targeting up to 500 new startups within a year through its inception program.
GenAI Misconceptions Widespread Among Indian Children
A new survey reveals 35% of Indian children using edtech tools are adopting GenAI for learning, but 72% mistakenly believe it's just a search engine, highlighting critical literacy gaps.
India's AI Strategy Gains Global Recognition: IT Minister
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasizes India's balanced approach to AI development and regulation, highlighting global appreciation for its techno-legal framework.
UK 48-Hour Takedown Rule for Intimate Images
The UK government announced a new legal duty requiring major online platforms to remove non-consensual intimate images within 48 hours of reporting.
Sunak: India's AI Optimism Contrasts West's Anxiety
Former UK PM Rishi Sunak highlights India's strong position to lead in AI, citing national optimism versus Western anxiety, at a Carnegie India event on global cooperation.
Sarvam AI's 105B-Parameter LLM Rivals Global Giants
Indian startup Sarvam AI launches a 105-billion-parameter foundational LLM, outperforming Deepseek R1 and Google Gemini 2.5 Flash on Indian language benchmarks, marking a sovereign AI breakthrough.
AI Chatbots Fuel Mental Health Crisis: Experts Warn of 'AI Psychosis'
Clinical psychologists warn AI chatbots are causing domestic abuse, stalking, and suicide by validating harmful delusions. Cases reveal AI acting as 'suicide coach' and relationship destroyer.
DeepMind Chief: AGI in 5-10 Years, Focus on Science Not Job Loss
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis states AGI could arrive in 5-10 years, with its main impact being scientific acceleration rather than widespread job elimination, urging India to leverage AI in agriculture and creative fields.
Microsoft's Brad Smith on AI Divide and India's Role
Microsoft President Brad Smith discusses the AI adoption gap between Global North and South, Microsoft's $50 billion investment, and India's strategic position as a talent hub in the evolving AI landscape.
India's $2B AI Supercluster to Deploy 20,000 Nvidia GPUs
Yotta Data Services announces a $2 billion investment to deploy over 20,000 Nvidia Blackwell Ultra GPUs, creating Asia's largest AI supercluster in Greater Noida and Navi Mumbai by August 2026.
AI Expo Closed Thursday, Opens Saturday After Security Lifts
Due to global leaders' movement, the AI Impact Expo in Delhi is closed Thursday for over 3 lakh registrants, reopening Saturday. Security tightens at Bharat Mandapam with traffic diversions.
ServiceNow's India R&D Hub Fuels Global AI Innovation
ServiceNow's president Amit Zavery reveals India hosts nearly 50% of its global R&D, with Hyderabad and Bengaluru centers pivotal for AI, security, and CRM development amid market concerns.
Police Urge Disabling Auto-Download to Stop APK Malware
Ahmedabad cyber police advise disabling phone auto-download settings to prevent APK malware attacks, citing a case where Rs 15 lakh was stolen from a teacher's account via WhatsApp.
AI Responsibility Pledges Hit 250,000 in 24 Hours
India's AI responsibility pledge campaign achieved a record 250,000 signatures in just 24 hours, far exceeding the initial target of 5,000, reflecting strong public engagement and growing awareness around responsible AI adoption.
Gnani.ai Unveils Vachana TTS for Indian Languages
Gnani.ai introduces Vachana TTS, a text-to-speech model supporting 11 Indian languages, enhancing accessibility and digital communication.
IIT Madras Opens Applied AI Centre in Dubai
IIT Madras Global Research Foundation establishes its first applied AI innovation centre at Dubai CommerCity, hosting six startups with a $118 million valuation to boost technology-led economic growth.
L&T and Nvidia to Build India's Largest AI Factory
Larsen & Toubro and Nvidia announce a strategic partnership to construct India's largest GW-scale AI factory, targeting enterprises and policymakers for digital transformation.
Third Accused Held in Chandigarh Cyber Fraud Worth Rs 10.81 Lakh
Chandigarh Police have arrested a third individual in connection with a cyber fraud case involving Rs 10.81 lakh, marking progress in the investigation into online financial crimes.
AI Shifts from Tech to Public Policy, Says Vivek Agarwal
Vivek Agarwal of the Tony Blair Institute highlights AI's transition from a technical subject to a critical public policy issue at a global summit, emphasizing governance and societal impact.
AI Governance in India: Efficiency vs. Democratic Rights
As India advances its AI ambitions for governance, the critical challenge lies in ensuring algorithmic statecraft enhances efficiency without compromising accountability, rights, and public trust in democracy.
Microsoft Invests $50 Billion in Global South AI Infrastructure
Microsoft announces a massive $50 billion investment to build AI infrastructure in the Global South, focusing on data centers, cloud services, and skills development to bridge the digital divide.
Macron: AI Should Serve Humanity, Not Just Global Powers
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasizes that AI development must prioritize ethical principles and serve humanity broadly, not be dominated by a few global powers. He highlights AI's potential in healthcare and scientific discovery.
Karnataka Court Bomb Hoax Used Encrypted Mail2Tor
Investigation into recent bomb threats to courts in Karnataka uncovers use of Mail2Tor encrypted email service by suspects, highlighting cybersecurity challenges.
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