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Meta is quietly experimenting with a new subscription layer for WhatsApp, signalling a broader push toward premium features across its platforms. The move comes just weeks after the company began testing a similar paid tier for Instagram. According to the company, the offering, tentatively called

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Delhi is entering India’s rapidly evolving semiconductor landscape with a measured and pragmatic strategy. Rather than competing in the capital-intensive race to build fabrication plants, the city is focusing on areas where it already has a foundation, chip design, research, and skilled talent. Read More |

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The growing use of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) mapping is being seen as a practical tool for improving the identification, recording and management of commons. For India, common such as grazing lands, water bodies, forests and village resources are central to rural livelihoods and ecological

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After 15 years at the helm of Apple, Tim Cook has announced he will step down as Chief Executive, marking the end of a defining era for the tech giant. The company confirmed that John Ternus, currently Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, will take over

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India has stood out as a global frontrunner in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with 85% of users reporting engagement with AI-driven health services, according to a new report. The figure places India ahead of developed markets such as the United States and

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The Indian government is preparing to roll out the second phase of its semiconductor incentive programme with a proposed outlay of ₹1.2 lakh crore. With the plan ready, the government aims to strengthen domestic chip manufacturing and design capabilities. The move comes as part of the

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A Pune-based firm has successfully developed a ‘sodium-ion battery’ made entirely from locally sourced raw materials. The move marks a step ahead in India’s push for safer, self-reliant energy storage options. The startup claims that the battery is non-flammable and eliminates safety risks associated with traditional

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The Karnataka government has approved the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) dedicated to applying artificial intelligence in biotechnology, reinforcing the state’s push into advanced and emerging technologies. The facility will come up at the Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology (IBAB) in Electronics

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The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has trained over 2,500 artisans and craftspeople in the use of artificial intelligence tools under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, marking a step towards integrating traditional skills with emerging technologies. Read More | Convergence Awards 2026 Winners

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India and South Korea have taken a significant step toward deepening their bilateral ties, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Lee Jae Myung outlining an expansive roadmap for what they described as a “futuristic partnership.” The announcement came after delegation-level talks held at Hyderabad

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