The Tamil Nadu government has unveiled an ambitious budget that outlines a long-term strategy to transform the state into a $1.5 trillion economy by 2036, placing strong emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI), education, infrastructure, digital governance, and sustainable economic growth. The budget presents a forward-looking development plan aimed at strengthening the state’s economic foundations while...
Punjab’s push to promote entrepreneurship among young people has recorded a significant first-year outcome, with more than 20,000 student-led business ventures collectively generating nearly ₹90 crore in revenue during the 2025-26 academic session. The state government said the results came under its “Business Class” initiative, a programme designed to introduce students to practical entrepreneurship and...
India’s rapidly evolving space ecosystem is set to enter a transformative phase with the launch of Vikram-1, the country’s first privately developed orbital launch vehicle. The mission represents a defining moment not only for the company behind the rocket but also for India’s broader ambition to establish itself as a leading global player in the...
Karnataka has announced plans to establish India’s first government-led Artificial Intelligence (AI) University, marking a major step in the state’s efforts to strengthen its position as the country’s leading technology and innovation hub. The proposed institution aims to create a world-class ecosystem for artificial intelligence education, cutting-edge research, technological innovation, and industry collaboration while preparing...
Meta is preparing to take a major step in its artificial intelligence strategy by beginning production of its first large-scale in-house AI chip in September. The move reflects the company’s growing ambition to strengthen its technological independence, improve the efficiency of its AI infrastructure, and significantly expand computing capacity to support the rapid growth of...
In a significant step toward defining its long-term development agenda, the Jharkhand government organized a national consultation in New Delhi to gather ideas and recommendations from policymakers, industry leaders, economists, academicians, and subject experts for preparing the state’s ambitious Vision 2050 roadmap. The consultation marks an important phase in Jharkhand’s efforts to formulate a comprehensive...
Meta has unveiled plans to invest approximately C$13 billion in the construction of a large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Alberta, marking the company’s first major data center project in Canada. The investment represents one of the largest technology infrastructure commitments in the country’s history and highlights the growing global race to expand AI...
In a landmark achievement for the global space industry, SpaceX has successfully launched the world’s first commercial nuclear-powered satellite, opening a new chapter in satellite technology and long-duration space missions. The mission is being viewed as a major technological milestone that could significantly influence the future of commercial space exploration, deep-space research, and advanced satellite...
In a significant development for the artificial intelligence industry, the United States government has reportedly eased certain restrictions on the use, testing, and deployment of powerful AI models, according to AI safety company Anthropic. The move is being viewed as a notable shift in regulatory posture toward advanced AI systems, which have been under increasing...
In a development that is reigniting debate over the role of artificial intelligence in the workplace, a leading technology company valued at approximately $55 billion has reportedly reversed part of its workforce strategy by rehiring engineers after discovering that AI-powered systems could not fully replicate the skills, judgment, and experience of human professionals. The decision...