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India successfully conducts maiden flight trial of Stratospheric Airship Platform, enhancing defence capabilities

India successfully conducts maiden flight trial of Stratospheric Airship Platform, enhancing defence capabilities

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The trial took place at the Sheopur trial site in Madhya Pradesh and marks a significant step forward in the country’s push for advanced aerial surveillance and earth observation technologies. New Delhi: In a major milestone for India’s defence and surveillance capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully carried out the maiden flight trial of its indigenously developed Stratospheric Airship Platform. The trial took place at the Sheopur trial site in Madhya Pradesh and marks a significant step forward in the country’s push for advanced aerial surveillance and earth observation technologies. Developed by DRDO’s Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra, the airship reached an altitude of approximately 17 kilometres while carrying an instrumental payload. The successful ascent to the stratosphere demonstrated India’s capability to design and operate lighter-than-air high-altitude systems — a technological domain mastered by only a handful of nations globally. During the 62-minute flight, critical onboard systems such as the envelope pressure control and emergency deflation mechanisms were tested and performed as expected. The data collected by onboard sensors …

MS Dhoni’s early impressions on new CSK batsman Shaik Rasheed: It’s just the start, he has the capabilities to dominate | Ipl News

MS Dhoni’s early impressions on new CSK batsman Shaik Rasheed: It’s just the start, he has the capabilities to dominate | Ipl News

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After spending two seasons on the bench, opening batsman Shaik Rasheed made his debut for Chennai Super Kings in their match against Lucknow Super Giants on Monday. In what was the franchise’s third different opening combination, Rasheed put on 52 runs for the first wicket with Rachin Ravindra, scoring an eye-catching 27 off 19 deliveries. The decision to go with Rasheed at the top was in itself an unusual one with the franchise preferring experienced players. It has seen them receive criticism from several quarters over the years, especially over their reluctance to give opportunities to the young batsmen. Before Rasheed, their regular captain Ruturaj Gaikwad too endured a similar run where he spent two seasons on the bench. In the past as well, the likes of R Sai Kishore, Baba Aparajith have all been part of the franchise without getting a game. But with CSK struggling with just one win from 6 matches, Dhoni said they had a reason to bring Rasheed. “He batted really well. He has been with us for quite a …

House panel asks NTA to strengthen testing capabilities, list blacklisted firms | Latest News India

House panel asks NTA to strengthen testing capabilities, list blacklisted firms | Latest News India

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New Delhi: A Parliamentary standing committee on Wednesday raised concerns about the National Testing Agency (NTA)’s performance, noting that five out of 14 exams it conducted in 2024 faced irregularities, and recommended the agency to strengthen its testing capabilities using corpus amount and compile a nationwide list of blacklisted firms involved in paper setting, administration, and correction to prevent compromised service providers from obtaining contracts. The Parliamentary panel e has recommended that NTA should expedite the implementation of the R Radhakrishnan Committee’s recommendations. (File Photo) The Parliamentary standing committee on education, women, children, youth and sports in its 2025-26 demand for grants report for the department of higher education has also raised concerns over suitability of Common University Entrance Test (CUET) exam for humanities and social sciences. The committee has recommended that NTA should expedite the implementation of the R Radhakrishnan Committee’s recommendations and conduct “additional widespread consultations with all stakeholders to adopt a protocol for the foolproof administration of nationwide competitive examinations.” Following widespread reports of malpractices in NEET-UG exam, with the matter even …

Centre approves Rs 7,000 crore deal for Indigenous ATAGS artillery gun to strengthen defence capabilities

Centre approves Rs 7,000 crore deal for Indigenous ATAGS artillery gun to strengthen defence capabilities

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The ATAGS is an advanced towed artillery gun system featuring a long 52-calibre barrel, allowing for extended firing ranges of up to 40 km. New Delhi: In a significant milestone for India’s defence sector, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has approved the acquisition of 307 advanced towed artillery gun systems (ATAGS) for the Indian Army, marking a major step towards self-reliance in artillery gun manufacturing. ATAGS, the first indigenously designed, developed, and manufactured 155 mm artillery gun, is set to enhance the operational capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces with its cutting-edge technology and superior firepower. A game-changer in Indian artillery The ATAGS is an advanced towed artillery gun system featuring a long 52-calibre barrel, allowing for extended firing ranges of up to 40 km. With its larger calibre, the system ensures higher lethality, delivering increased explosive payloads while enabling automated deployment, target engagement, and reduced crew fatigue. This approval underscores India’s growing prowess in indigenous defence manufacturing and technological advancements. Major indigenisation by private industries A testament to the ‘Make in India’ initiative, …

Zoom AI Companion Is Being Upgraded With Agentic Capabilities and New AI Features

Zoom AI Companion Is Being Upgraded With Agentic Capabilities and New AI Features

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Zoom unveiled multiple new artificial intelligence (AI) features for its AI Companion on Monday. The company’s AI-powered assistant is now getting agentic capabilities with new skills, agent integration, and models. The company says that the AI Companion will soon be able to execute tasks on behalf of the user and manage multi-step actions using reasoning and memory-based capabilities. These new features will soon be added across the company’s platforms including Zoom Meetings, Team Chat, Zoom Phone, Contact Center, as well as Zoom Business solutions. Zoom Unveils New AI Features In a press release, the company detailed several new AI features that will be available across its platforms in the coming months. One such feature is Zoom Tasks with AI Companion which can detect, complete, and manage tasks across its Workplace platform. For instance, it can detect action items in meeting summaries, chats, and emails and then it can complete relevant tasks such as scheduling follow-up meetings or generating documents. This agentic feature is expected to launch by the end of March. Zoom also unveiled Meeting …

Broadcom and TSMC Consider Splitting Intel’s Design and Manufacturing Capabilities Between Them

Broadcom and TSMC Consider Splitting Intel’s Design and Manufacturing Capabilities Between Them

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Rumors are swirling about a possible takeover of Intel. Nothing has been inked, but Broadcom and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) both are in the early stages of proposing potential deals, according to The Wall Street Journal. Broadcom could potentially seek a deal for Intel’s chip design assets, while TSMC eyes its manufacturing capabilities. More about Innovation Intel interim executive chairman allegedly met with buyers, government Broadcom and TSMC are not officially working together, and any plans either company has for deals with Intel are in preliminary stages, The Wall Street Journal said. However, Intel’s Interim Executive Chairman Frank Yeary has allegedly met with potential buyers and Trump administration officials. TSMC’s involvement in particular would need to take into account Intel’s U.S. national security relationships. Intel was the largest recipient of the U.S. Chips Act of 2022, which gave up to $7.9 billion in grants to U.S.-based factory projects. Reception of that money makes Intel subject to regulations that say the company must own a majority share of its factories if they are sold off …

Gracie Abrams Gushes About Being in Taylor Swift’s ‘Orbit’; Says People Still ‘Gaslight Her’ Capabilities

Gracie Abrams Gushes About Being in Taylor Swift’s ‘Orbit’; Says People Still ‘Gaslight Her’ Capabilities

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Gracie Abrams has often been described as a Taydaughter on social media. She first opened for Taylor Swift during her Eras tour in 2022 after the duo became friends in 2021. And Abrams can not stop gushing about Swift’s powerful impact on pop music. Regarding her bond with Swift, Abrams underlined that just like no two best friends are the same, she and Swift have distinct personalities and strengths. In a recent interview with Cosmopolitan, Abrams said, “I couldn’t be more different from Taylor. We are different in all the ways that my friends and I are different or that you and I are different.” She continued to praise Swift, deeming the Lakes singer a very talented athlete, an extraordinary business strategist, and a wonderful songwriter. These qualities, combined with her humble nature, made Swift a massive source of inspiration. The That’s So True hitmaker said, “Taylor is an athlete, a brilliant businessperson, and a genius writer. She’s a grounded human being who makes time for everyone in her life.” While gushing about being a …

Indonesia interested in India’s aircraft carrier-building capabilities, BrahMos missile deal in talks – India TV

Indonesia interested in India’s aircraft carrier-building capabilities, BrahMos missile deal in talks – India TV

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Image Source : X/PRABOWO Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto India and Indonesia have agreed to hold talks regarding the potential acquisition of BrahMos supersonic missile systems. Additionally, senior officials from Jakarta have expressed interest in India’s expertise and capabilities in building aircraft carriers. India is among a select group of nations globally with the capability to design and construct aircraft carriers indigenously. Indian officials working on enhancing cooperation with Jakarta According to defense sources, senior officials from Jakarta expressed interest in collaborating on aircraft carrier construction during recent discussions with the Indian side. Indian officials are also working on enhancing cooperation with Jakarta in the field of shipbuilding, they added. India and Indonesia have agreed to begin negotiations on the BrahMos supersonic missile deal, with Indonesian teams expected to visit India soon for the talks. One important requirement for the missile deal with Indonesia will be approval from Russia, sources said. India has successfully delivered the BrahMos missile to the Philippines, which had placed an order worth over USD 335 …

Google Chrome Could Soon Reportedly Benefit from AI-Powered Gemini Live Capabilities

Google Chrome Could Soon Reportedly Benefit from AI-Powered Gemini Live Capabilities

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Gemini Live could soon make its way to the desktop version of Google Chrome, according to claims on social media by a tipster. The two-way conversational artificial intelligence (AI) feature was initially rolled out to Gemini Advanced users on Android in September and finally made its way to the iOS platform last month with the introduction of the Gemini for iOS app. However, flags for the feature discovered on the desktop version of a Chrome build suggest it could be the next home for Google’s AI feature. Gemini Live on Google Chrome Tipster Leopeva64 (@Leopeva64) detailed the rumoured arrival of Gemini Live on Google Chrome last month. A new feature flag was discovered in Chromium Gerrit, a code review tool for developers working on the Chromium open-source project. It is said to be implemented with the GLIC codename, which is speculated to be an abbreviation for Gemini Live in Chrome. The new button in Chrome’s tab strip now opens a floating panel, although it is not yet possible to interact with this panel; after digging …

Australia Unveils National AI Plan to Boost Investment and Capabilities

Australia Unveils National AI Plan to Boost Investment and Capabilities

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Australia has announced plans to develop a national AI strategy to strengthen its AI capabilities and attract investment, aiming to unlock the economic productivity potential of these technologies. The strategy will focus on building AI skills, sovereign capabilities, and infrastructure, positioning Australia to seize the $600 billion boost to GDP that the government expects AI will deliver by 2030. Set to be developed in consultation with industry, the AI plan is expected to be released in late 2025 — after the next federal election, which is scheduled for the year’s first half. SEE: The Challenges of Demonstrating AI ROI In Australian Organisations Australia’s Federal Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic, emphasized the plan’s role in driving AI investment, supercharging industries and creating well-paid jobs nationwide. “We need to scale up our capabilities in critical technologies in ways that work for businesses and their workers,” Husic said in a statement announcing the new AI plan. What will be contained in Australia’s new AI capability plan? The AI plan aims to develop a comprehensive strategy focusing …