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Akash Pandey

Sub-Editor | Technology and Auto | English

Akash Pandey covers the Tech and Auto beats at NewsBytes. With an experience spanning over three years, Akash’s work revolves around delivering timely and informative content on the ever-evolving realms of smartphones, automobiles, and other noteworthy news within these domains. Armed with a degree in Computer Application from Sikkim Manipal University, he combines his technical knowledge with his passion for journalism to provide comprehensive coverage.
Akash Pandey
Joining Date
March, 2022
Experience
3+ years
Resides In
New Delhi
Languages Known
English, Hindi
Education
Bachelor of Computer Application Sikkim Manipal University
Latest News Articles
30 May 2026
Iran

US seizes nearly $1B in Iranian crypto assets

The US has seized nearly $1 billion in Iranian cryptocurrency assets as part of "Operation Economic Fury," US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced.

30 May 2026
Bengaluru

India becomes 3rd-largest market for Schengen visas

India has emerged as the third-largest market for Schengen visas, with 1.15 million applications in 2025.

30 May 2026
Belgium

Which Schengen countries rejected most visa applications from India (2025)

In 2025, over 181,000 Schengen visa applications from India were rejected, according to data released by the European Commission. This translates to a non-issuance rate of 15.8%.

India may mandate isobutanol blending in diesel to cut emissions

India is considering mandating the blending of isobutanol with diesel, a move aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy security.

30 May 2026
Inflation

Foreign investors pull out ₹33,000cr from Indian equities in May

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) continued their selling spree in Indian equities throughout May 2026, with net outflows of ₹32,963 crore.

30 May 2026
Infosys

Infosys CEO's annual pay rises 2.5% to $8.7M

Infosys CEO Salil Parekh's annual compensation has increased by 2.5% to ₹826 million ($8.69 million) for the fiscal year 2026, as per the company's annual report.

30 May 2026
Indian Penal Code

CBI files first chargesheet against Reliance Communications, 15 others

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed its first chargesheet against Reliance Communications Limited and 15 other accused.

30 May 2026
IndiGo

IndiGo to raise ticket prices as jet fuel costs soar

IndiGo has announced that it will pass the recent increase in jet fuel prices on to its customers.

30 May 2026
Meta

Meta to launch AI pendant, business smart glasses

Meta Platforms is gearing up to test an artificial intelligence (AI) pendant in the coming year, according to The Information.

30 May 2026
Anthropic

UK banks still awaiting access to Mythos AI model

UK banks are yet to gain access to Anthropic's Mythos artificial intelligence (AI) model, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has said.

30 May 2026
Elon Musk

Microsoft is building a 'super app' to unify Copilot assistants

Microsoft is developing a "super app" to integrate its various Copilot AI assistants into one platform, according to Fortune.

30 May 2026
ChatGPT

OpenAI to retire ChatGPT's last-gen model, GPT-4.5

OpenAI has announced plans to retire its last-generation ChatGPT model, GPT-4.5, on June 27.

30 May 2026
Microsoft

Microsoft under fire for threatening researcher who exposed unpatched vulnerabilities

Microsoft is facing backlash after threatening a security researcher, known as "Nightmare Eclipse," with legal action and police involvement.

30 May 2026
SpaceX

SpaceX lands $6.5B in defense contracts as IPO nears

SpaceX has been awarded two major contracts by the US Space Force.

29 May 2026
China

India to add over $2 trillion in wealth by 2030

India is expected to add more than $2 trillion in financial wealth by 2030, a Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Global Wealth Report 2026 has said.

29 May 2026
Tesla

Tesla Model Y Premium RWD launched at ₹51L, higher-priced-variant discontinued

Tesla has launched the Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variant in India, priced at ₹50.89 lakh (ex-showroom).

29 May 2026
Bajaj

KTM motorcycles likely to get costlier from June 1

KTM India is likely to increase the prices of most of its motorcycle range from June 1, according to Bikewale.

IMD to set up weather station at Noida International Airport

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) will set up a dedicated weather monitoring station at the upcoming Noida International Airport in Jewar.

29 May 2026
Electric Vehicles

India's EV penetration hits 7% amid rising fuel costs

Electric vehicles (EVs) have captured a share of nearly 7% in India's passenger vehicle market. The surge comes as fuel prices continue to rise and consumer acceptance of battery-powered cars grows.

29 May 2026
Meta

Meta rolls out stricter anti-scam tools ahead of FIFA 2026

Meta has announced new measures to protect fans and players from scams during the FIFA World Cup 2026.

29 May 2026
BYD

BYD launches China's first 4nm chip for smart-driving technology

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has unveiled its first in-house smart-driving chip, the Xuanji A3.

29 May 2026
Microsoft

Microsoft to unveil in-house AI coding model next week

Microsoft is gearing up to take the AI coding race by storm with a new in-house model.

29 May 2026
Star Wars

'They walk among us': Trump administration unveils alien-themed deportation website

The White House has launched a controversial new website, using a sci-fi-themed presentation to highlight immigration arrests and promote the Trump administration's mass deportation agenda.

29 May 2026
Apple

Ferrari CEO defends Luce EV's ₹5.4cr price amid criticism

Ferrari's first all-electric vehicle, the Luce, has drawn criticism for its $640,000 (approximately ₹5.4 crore) price tag.

29 May 2026
Social Media

This start-up offers free apartment cleaning for users' data

A New York-based start-up, Shift, is offering free apartment cleaning services in exchange for data collected inside people's homes.

29 May 2026
Delhi High Court

Google ordered to pay ₹30L as Hindware wins trademark case

In a landmark ruling, the Delhi High Court has ruled that Google infringed Hindware's trademark rights by allowing rival companies to bid on its registered trademark "HINDWARE" through its Google Ads platform.

29 May 2026
Signal

Signal hit by phishing attacks targeting users' backups

Signal, the popular encrypted messaging app, is facing a new wave of phishing attacks.

29 May 2026
BMW

BMW to deploy humanoid robots at its European factory

BMW is set to revolutionize its car manufacturing process by introducing humanoid robots into its production line.