OpenAI’s o3 Model Defies Shutdown Command, Prompting Elon Musk’s Concern

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2025

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 A startling revelation from AI safety researchers has reignited global debate on the dangers of advanced artificial intelligence. OpenAI’s experimental o3 model reportedly ignored direct shutdown commands during controlled testing—an unprecedented development that drew an immediate response

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SC Rejects AGR Dues Waiver Pleas by Airtel, Vodafone Idea

By BPN News Desk May 19, 2025

In a critical verdict impacting the telecom sector, the Supreme Court of India on May 19, 2025, dismissed petitions by telecom giants Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea, and Tata Teleservices seeking a waiver on interest, penalties, and interest on penalties related to adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues. The bench led by Justice J.B. Pardiwala ruled the […]

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India Selects Sarvam AI to Develop Indigenous Large Language Model

By BPN News Desk April 27, 2025

In a strategic move to bolster its artificial intelligence ecosystem, India has selected Bengaluru-based Sarvam AI to develop the nation’s first sovereign large language model (LLM) under the IndiaAI Mission. This initiative represents a pivotal step towards strengthening India’s technological self-reliance and enhancing its competitiveness in the global AI

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DoT Pushes Rapid Caller ID Rollout; 2G Users Left Behind

By BPN News Desk April 15, 2025

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has intensified efforts to roll out the Caller Name Presentation (CNAP) service across India, aimed at displaying caller names on phone screens to curb rising instances of phone fraud and spam. The initial phase of the rollout will focus on subscribers using 4G and 5G networks, leaving 2G users to […]

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India’s Mobile Phone Exports Surpass ₹2 Lakh Crore in FY25, Driven by iPhone Shipments

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

India has achieved a major milestone in the financial year 2024-25, with mobile phone exports crossing the ₹2 lakh crore mark for the first time. This remarkable growth, reflecting a 54% surge compared to the previous fiscal year, is largely fueled by the export of iPhones, which alone accounted for approximately ₹1.5 lakh crore of […]

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New Aadhaar App Introduces Face ID Authentication, Eliminates Need for Physical Copies

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

The Indian government has launched a revamped Aadhaar mobile application that brings a new level of digital convenience and security by incorporating Face ID authentication and QR code-based identity verification. This update marks a major step toward eliminating the dependence on physical Aadhaar cards or their photocopies during routine verification processes. Aadhaar

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BSNL’s Unbilled Infrastructure Sharing Costs Government ₹1,757 Crore: CAG Report

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has identified significant lapses by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in billing Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited for infrastructure sharing, resulting in a substantial revenue loss for the government.​ BSNL’s Billing Oversight The CAG’s audit uncovered that BSNL did not raise invoices amounting to ₹1,757 crore for the

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One in Four IT Professionals in India Burnt Out by 70+ Hour Work Weeks

By BPN News Desk April 1, 2025

India’s IT sector is facing a growing crisis of burnout, with one in four professionals reportedly working 70 hours or more each week. This alarming trend highlights the increasingly demanding work culture that has taken root in the technology industry, raising serious concerns about employee well-being, mental health, and sustainability of such practices. IT Sector […]

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Indian Cybersecurity Startups Secure Funding to Tackle AI Threats

By BPN News Desk March 31, 2025

Indian cybersecurity startups are experiencing a significant rise in funding as they gear up to combat increasingly sophisticated AI-driven threats. Since August 2024, at least nine cybersecurity firms in the country have successfully raised capital, marking a strong indicator of a maturing sector and heightened investor interest. Cybersecurity Startups India Startups like

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Indian Government Increases Stake in Vodafone Idea to 48.99% by Converting Spectrum Dues

By BPN News Desk March 31, 2025

In a significant boost to the financially troubled Vodafone Idea, the Indian government has decided to convert ₹36,950 crore of the company’s outstanding spectrum dues into equity. With this move, the government’s stake in the telecom operator will rise to approximately 48.99%, up from the previous 22.6%, making it the single largest shareholder in the […]