Bharti Airtel collaborates with Elon Musk's SpaceX to introduce Starlink's satellite internet services in India, aiming to enhance connectivity, especially in remote areas, pending regulatory approvals.
In a recent address, Justice B.R. Gavai of the Supreme Court of India highlighted the potential benefits of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into the judicial system. He emphasized that while AI can enhance efficiency, it should not supplant the essential human elements of mind and judgment in judicial decision-making. AI as a Judicial Aid, Not […]
In a significant advancement for India’s technological landscape, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, inaugurated the AI Compute Portal in New Delhi. This state-of-the-art platform is designed to provide high-performance computing resources to a diverse range of users, including researchers, developers, and startups, thereby
The Indian government is close to approving a fresh round of semiconductor projects under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), marking a significant step toward strengthening the country’s chip manufacturing capabilities. The upcoming approvals are expected to further India’s ambition of reducing reliance on foreign semiconductor imports and enhancing domestic
India is set to introduce satellite internet services by June 2025, marking a major step in expanding broadband connectivity across the country. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is in the process of finalizing its recommendations on spectrum allocation, licensing, and pricing frameworks, which will pave the way for the official rollout of satellite-based
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is evaluating a proposal to permit telecom operators to return spectrum acquired in auctions before 2022. This initiative aims to alleviate financial pressures on companies like Vodafone Idea, potentially enabling the firm to reduce its liabilities by an estimated ₹40,000 crore. The move is part of broader governmental efforts to
Meta Platforms is reportedly exploring the construction of a new data center campus dedicated to its artificial intelligence (AI) projects, with potential costs exceeding $200 billion. The company is considering locations in Louisiana, Wyoming, or Texas, and senior leaders have visited potential sites this month. Meta’s Strategic Expansion in AI Infrastructure This
Nandan Nilekani, co-founder and chairman of Infosys, has highlighted the substantial financial and computational resources required to develop large-scale AI models, such as ChatGPT. He noted that building these foundational models can be prohibitively expensive, with costs reaching approximately $50 million. This significant investment poses a challenge for many
In a groundbreaking development, artificial intelligence (AI) has unraveled a complex superbug mystery within a mere 48 hours, a feat that had eluded scientists for years. This remarkable achievement underscores AI’s transformative potential in microbiological research and its capacity to expedite solutions to intricate biological challenges. AI’s Role in