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Meet Sutra: Your AI news buddy, launched at India AI Summit
The India Today Group, in collaboration with BharatGen, has introduced Sutra, an AI-driven news anchor at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
Can't attend India AI Impact Summit? Here's how to join
Day 2 of the India AI Impact Summit saw registrations cross three lakh. The focus remained on inclusive growth and widespread application of AI.
AI Impact Summit: How India is making AI useful for all
The AI Impact Summit 2026 in India showcases practical applications of AI in everyday technology, highlighting a shift from prototypes to deployment.
Hexaware's RapidX is an AI platform for enterprise software development
Hexaware Technologies has launched an open version of its RapidX platform, integrating it with AI platform Replit to accelerate AI-driven software development.
Qualcomm's Dragonwing IQ-10 robotics platform makes India debut
Qualcomm recently showcased its AI-powered humanoid robots and the new Dragonwing IQ-10 processor, specifically designed for robotics, at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
Emergent raises $70 million to help you build apps with AI
Vinod Khosla, founder of Khosla Ventures, praises AI startup Emergent's unprecedented growth at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
Kris Gopalakrishnan: India must improve on turning research into products
Kris Gopalakrishnan, Chairman of Axilor Ventures, emphasizes the need for India to convert research into tangible products and technology to build a robust deep tech ecosystem.
India is hosting the 1st-ever 'Global AI Summit'
Anthropic executive, Elizabeth Kelly, reveals that India's use of artificial intelligence is primarily concentrated in tech-heavy states like Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.
AI Impact Summit: SAHI, BODH health initiatives launching today
Union Minister JP Nadda will launch two major national initiatives at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
AI can transform rural education in India: Zoho co-founder
Zoho Corporation's Sridhar Vembu emphasized the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a significant learning enhancer for rural students.
Plan your week's outfits with AI weather forecasts
Choosing the right outfit for the day just got a lot easier with advanced AI weather forecasting technology.
Gene maps of brain cells in Alzheimer's created
A groundbreaking Alzheimer's study has developed a unique genetic map, revealing crucial insights into gene activity and potential disease-driving sequences in the brain.
AI apps that turn vacations into story-driven adventures
AI apps are revolutionizing travel by transforming static itineraries into dynamic, story-driven adventures.
Cisco's new AI agents can run your IT for you
Cisco predicts a shift from chatbot-based tools to autonomous AI agents, with an expected increase in enterprise adoption as companies adjust their workflows and operating models.
NASA fixes heat shield issue ahead of Artemis 2 launch
NASA is optimistic about preventing a repeat of the heat shield issue encountered during the Artemis 1 moon mission on the upcoming Artemis 2 mission.
UN: Women make up 30% of AI workforce
UN Women reports that only 30% of global AI professionals are women, with a mere 16% holding research roles, urging for more inclusive design.
AI Impact Summit: Day 2 focuses on AI in healthcare
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 highlights the potential of artificial intelligence in transforming healthcare through faster, affordable, and scalable diagnostic systems.
Qualcomm's new robotics chip could power your next robot
Qualcomm presented a full suite of robotics technologies, including humanoid systems and autonomous mobile robots, at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
How AI tools have become teachers' latest BFF!
From automating routine tasks to personalizing every learning experience and enhancing student engagement, artificial intelligence is transforming education as we know it.
You can now make payments inside ChatGPT and Claude
Cashfree, in partnership with Mastercard and Swiggy, has introduced "Cashfree Here", an in-chat payment extension for AI applications.
AI just solved 'what's for dinner?' problem for busy families
Managing daily meal schedules for a busy family can be tough.
Physicists create visible time crystal that oscillates for hours
Researchers at New York University have created a unique "time crystal" that floats in mid-air on sound waves, challenging Newton's Third Law of Motion.
Meet the young entrepreneur behind viral robot demo at AI expo
Ansh Mehra, founder of The Cutting Edge Group and renowned AI educator, recently gained attention for his interaction with a robot at the India AI Impact Summit.
AI tool detects cervical cancer signs 5 years early
Tirupati-based researcher Lalasa Mukku has developed an AI system that can detect cervical cancer five years before tumour formation and identify suicidal tendencies in youth.
Rare comet to make closest pass by Earth in April
A new comet, C/2026 A1 (MAPS), is expected to light up the evening skies in early April and could potentially be visible from certain regions in India.
Rare G5 geomagnetic storm dazzles Earth, disrupts tech
The May 2024 geomagnetic superstorm not only produced globally visible auroras but also significantly altered the ionosphere, impacting technology.
Scammers are using AI to trick you
A recent report warns that Google's AI Overviews feature may display fake customer care numbers, potentially leading users to scams.
NPCI introduces AI assistant for real-time UPI payment queries
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched FiMI (Finance Model for India), an artificial intelligence language model tailored for India's digital payments ecosystem.
Where can you find the world's largest dinosaur graveyard
Bolivia's Torotoro National Park reveals a record-breaking 18,000 dinosaur footprints, including unique swim tracks, offering insights into Late Cretaceous dinosaur behaviour.
Humanoid robots perform kung fu at China's New Year gala
China's annual Spring Festival Gala turned into a global tech spectacle this year, as humanoid robots showcased complex martial-arts choreography live on stage.
Infosys, Anthropic team up to build enterprise AI solutions
Anthropic and Infosys have announced a collaboration to develop artificial intelligence (AI)-powered enterprise solutions, revealed at India's inaugural AI Impact Summit.
New species of freshwater crab discovered in Western Ghats
A new freshwater crab species, Ghatiana dhritiarum, has been discovered in the central Western Ghats of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka.
DeepGrade: AI tool for faster, fairer grading
Smartail's AI-powered grading platform, DeepGrade, is set to feature prominently at the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026 following its recognition as one of the Top 10 Startups.
IT minister apologizes for chaos at AI Summit Day 1
IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has issued an apology after the India AI Impact Summit, one of the world's largest artificial intelligence (AI) events, witnessed a chaotic first day on Monday.
NPCI's FiMI is an AI model trained on financial data
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched FiMI, an AI model designed to assist with UPI and digital payment queries.
Start-up plans world's first human-centric AI city in Bengaluru
At the ongoing AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, Bharat1.AI, a Bengaluru-based artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, has announced its ambitious plan to build the world's first "humanity-first" AI city.
India is building smaller, efficient AI models: Zoho's Sridhar Vembu
India is focusing on smaller, resource-efficient artificial intelligence models, according to Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu.
India developing complete AI ecosystem: Union minister
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw asserts that India's sovereign AI models are now competing strongly with top global systems, reflecting successful innovation efforts.
Sarvam AI's Kaze smart glasses can listen, respond, and snap visuals
Indian startup Sarvam AI teased its first-ever AI smartglasses, Sarvam Kaze, at the India AI Impact Summit, with PM Narendra Modi being the first to try them.
Mark your calendars: Annular solar eclipse on February 17
Scientists are risking extreme cold in Antarctica to capture a rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse, hoping to unlock secrets about solar flares and space weather.
Pixxel partners with Exotrail to boost satellite capabilities
Space-tech startup Pixxel Space has partnered with French firm Exotrail to utilize its electric propulsion systems for steering Pixxel's advanced satellites in orbit.
Bharat1.AI reveals plans for 'AI city' in Bengaluru
Bengaluru-based startup, Bharat1.AI, announced plans at the India AI Impact Summit to construct a "humanity-first" AI city in Bengaluru for real-world testing of AI systems.
New ChatGPT features help you avoid data leaks
OpenAI has introduced two new security features, Lockdown Mode and Elevated Risk labels, in its AI chatbot, ChatGPT.
Digitize handwritten notes using these AI tools
Handwritten notes are a personal way to capture ideas, but converting them into digital text offers benefits like easier editing and sharing.
This psychedelic drug might be the cure for depression
A clinical trial has shown that a single dose of the psychedelic drug dimethyltryptamine (DMT), when combined with psychotherapy, can bring about rapid and long-lasting improvements in patients suffering from depression.
Vatican's new AI service translates Holy Mass in 60 languages
The Vatican is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to enhance the experience of its visitors.
Apple Podcasts to let you switch between audio, video seamlessly
Apple is set to upgrade its Podcasts app with a new feature that will let users seamlessly switch between audio and video podcasts.
Unity's AI tool will help you create games without coding
Unity Technologies, a prominent game engine developer, has announced plans to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for game development.
Use these AI tools to simplify your veg meal prep
In 2026, AI tools are revolutionizing vegetarian meal prep by creating a variety of recipes, personalized plans, and smart substitutions based on what's available and preferences.
AI is moving faster than companies can use it: Nilekani
Infosys Chairman, Nandan Nilekani, has stated that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) models is outpacing their real-world deployment in businesses.
Why Goa is considering social media ban for teens
Goa's Information Technology Minister, Rohan Khaunte, has revealed that the state government is looking into the possibility of banning social media for children under 16.
Claude AI is now most popular in India after US
Anthropic's conversational AI, Claude, is gaining significant traction in India, making the country its second-largest global market after the United States.
Replit partners with Razorpay to boost presence in India
Replit CEO, Amjad Masad, discusses the democratization of coding through AI and the company's strategic expansion into India.
ChatGPT's new lockdown mode blocks web browsing, file downloads
OpenAI has unveiled two new features, including a 'lockdown mode', to bolster data safety and prevent prompt injections for ChatGPT users.
India to see big announcements on homegrown AI models: Nilekani
Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani anticipates significant announcements regarding India-based sovereign AI models at the AI Impact Summit 2026.
Apple Podcasts now supports video episodes, but only on beta
Apple is upgrading its video podcast offering in response to the industry's growing shift towards visual content, partnering with hosting platforms for better delivery.
Apple advances green bubbles with end-to-end encrypted RCS testing
Apple has started testing end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) Rich Communication Services (RCS) messages with the developer beta of iOS 26.4.
Mark your calendars for annular solar eclipse on February 17
The first solar eclipse of 2026, creating a "Ring of Fire", will occur on February 17, primarily visible from East Antarctica.
Apple confirms March 4 event: iPhone 17e, new Macs expected
Apple has officially announced its first event of 2026, scheduled for March 4.
Bill Gates is attending India AI Impact Summit 2026
Bill Gates shall be attending the AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, confirmed a spokesperson from the Gates Foundation.
Smart AI tools for increasing focus and efficiency
In today's fast-paced world, staying focused amid constant notifications and digital distractions is a task, but that is where AI-powered tools come in.
UN's Gill calls AI 'idiot savant,' warns of job losses
A United Nations official warns that artificial intelligence (AI), while capable of replacing human experts with virtual workers, could also exacerbate global divides.
Top 5 AI tools transforming architecture and project planning
Artificial intelligence is transforming architecture by accelerating design, enhancing visualization, and streamlining site analysis.
Improve your research efficiency with these AI tools
The integration of artificial intelligence tools has revolutionized the field of online research.
These AI farming tools help boost yields and cut costs
By offering data-driven insights to improve yields, cut down waste, and increase sustainability, AI-driven precision farming is revolutionizing crop management.
5 AI tools that can make vacation planning easier
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we plan vacations, making it easier and more efficient.
Amazon blocks Codex to get devs using its AI coding tool
Amazon is striving to have 80% of its developers use its in-house AI coding assistant, Kiro, at least once a week for coding tasks.
Simplify your meal planning with these AI tools
AI-assisted tools are revolutionizing weekly meal planning, making it more efficient and less overwhelming.
Day 2 of India's biggest AI summit: Highlights
Day 2 of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 focuses on ethical governance and equitable access to AI, with discussions involving global leaders and technology executives.
How entrepreneurs are leveraging AI for better decision-making
Start-up founders are always under pressure to make quick, informed decisions while working with limited resources.
How AI assistants help you work faster, smarter, better
By 2026, virtual assistants rely on advanced AI tools to enhance how they manage tasks.
Olympic doodle: Watch men's freestyle skiing big air final today
Google commemorates the men's freestyle skiing big air event at the 2026 Winter Olympics with a special doodle, coinciding with the final competition day.
These AI tools are transforming graphic design in 2026
In 2026, graphic designers leverage AI tools to enhance productivity by automating tasks and optimizing workflows.
Looking to improve writing? Try these top five AI tools
Good copywriting requires precision, creativity, and efficiency. With the advancement of technology, AI tools have become a necessity for writers looking to improve their game.
AI solves decade-old 'gluon puzzle' in physics
The advanced AI system, GPT-5.2 Pro, has solved a long-standing theoretical physics problem, marking a significant milestone in scientific discovery.
AI can make governance more efficient, citizen-centric: Jio's Shyam Mardikar
Shyam Mardikar, Group CTO at Reliance Jio, suggests that embedding AI into India's digital public infrastructure could revolutionize governance.
How AI can upgrade your daily journaling
AI-guided journaling is revolutionizing the age-old practice of journaling by incorporating artificial intelligence to deepen self-reflection.
Smart gardening with AI: 5 game-changing tools
Artificial intelligence is changing the game of home gardening and plant care, making it eco-friendly.
Flavor enhancement in modern cooking: 5 powerful AI tools
In the pursuit of natural flavor enhancement, AI tools are revolutionizing how food creators predict, optimize, and refine tastes with real ingredients (not synthetic additives).
Tesla's AI chip design team to be based in South Korea
Elon Musk has invited Korean professionals to join Tesla's AI chip design team, aiming to boost the company's custom chip production capabilities.
Use AI to prioritize your daily tasks: Here's how
In today's fast-paced world, managing daily tasks can be challenging.
OpenAI adds new security features to ChatGPT: Check details
OpenAI has introduced Lockdown Mode and Elevated Risk labels in ChatGPT, aimed at alerting users to potential data leak risks and reducing prompt injection attacks.
5 AI tools for enhancing artist creativity
In the evolving world of art, artists often encounter creative blocks or require efficient methods to visualize ideas and experiment with styles.
AI's impact on jobs and productivity by 2026
AI is poised to revolutionize white-collar tasks, healthcare, and scientific research by 2026, prompting tech leaders to issue stark warnings about the rapid transition.
Solar eclipse today: When, where and how to observe safely
The first solar eclipse of 2026 will occur today. It will be an annular solar eclipse, during which the Moon may cover most of the Sun, leaving a bright ring-like edge visible in the sky.
India feeds more data to OpenAI than US: Amitabh Kant
Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant emphasized at an AI Summit that India provides more data to OpenAI than the US, urging the need for domestic AI models.
IndiaAI Mission launched at Global IndiaAI Summit 2026
Amitabh Kant, former CEO of NITI Aayog, emphasizes the need for accessible, affordable, and accountable artificial intelligence (AI) in India at the recent AI Summit.
AI-human 'centaur' era to reshape software jobs, says Anthropic CEO
Dario Amodei, the co-founder and CEO of AI start-up Anthropic, has drawn a unique analogy to explain the current state of human-AI collaboration.
X faces global probes over child sexual, deepfake content
Ireland's data protection authority has launched an EU-backed investigation into Elon Musk's X over AI chatbot Grok's creation of sexualised deepfake images.
Annular solar eclipse on February 17: All you need to know
The first solar eclipse of 2026, an annular 'Surya Grahan', offers students a valuable opportunity to learn about celestial mechanics, despite not being visible from India.
Apple to host press preview on March 4
Apple has scheduled a special event on March 4, 2026, where it is expected to unveil the iPhone 17e and a 'low-cost' MacBook among other products.
Samsung teases S26 Ultra with AI display blocking prying eyes
Samsung is all set to unveil its latest Galaxy S26 series on February 25.
Sarvam reveals India's first AI wearable glasses
Indian artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SarvamAI has launched its first-ever wearable device, the 'Sarvam Kaze' glasses.
India's 1st-ever AI Impact Summit kicks off in New Delhi
Nvidia's VP of Sovereign AI, Calista Redmond, emphasized at the AI India Impact Summit that nations are focusing on their overarching AI strategy rather than individual components.
Media leaders at AI Impact Summit: 'Pay for our content'
At the AI Impact Summit 2026, Indian news publishers called for fair compensation for using their content to train AI systems.
India gives social media platforms 3 hours to remove misinformation
India's stricter rules on artificial intelligence usage in social media, aimed at curbing disinformation, are sparking fears of potential censorship and digital freedom erosion.
AI voice tech can now mimic human emotions
Alex Haskell, head of global affairs at ElevenLabs, believes India's scale and diversity are shaping the company's voice AI technology and influencing global AI governance.
AI can create value, but also disrupt: Anthropic's Dario Amodei
Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, warns of potential economic turmoil due to AI advancements and urges inclusive growth in India.
Major ocean system could collapse within decades: Study
Scientists warn that the weakening of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, linked to the Gulf Stream, could trigger severe global disruptions.
New gene-editing method could treat rare diseases
Researchers have developed a single genome-editing strategy, known as PERT, that could potentially treat various diseases caused by nonsense mutations.
SpaceX, xAI are competing in a Pentagon AI contest
Elon Musk's SpaceX and xAI subsidiary are reportedly competing in a secret Pentagon contest for voice-controlled, autonomous drone swarming technology.
Google Play services v26.06 is now available: What's new
The latest Google System updates for Android in February 2026 introduce new developer features, improved system management services, and enhanced safety measures.
AI to speed up drug discovery in India
Leading Indian drugmakers, Sun Pharma and Glenmark, are exploring artificial intelligence (AI) to expedite and economize new drug development.
Rare comet C/2024 E1 makes closest approach to Earth tomorrow
The icy solar system comet C/2024 E1 (Wierzchos) is set to make its closest pass of Earth on February 17, 2026. Visibility will depend on location and equipment.
Jio urges TRAI to update net neutrality rules for 5G
Telecom operators are urging the government to revise the 2016 net neutrality norms, advocating for explicit support of network slicing in the 5G era.
#TechBytes: How to connect multiple devices seamlessly
Connecting multiple devices can be a hassle, but it doesn't have to be.
X goes down: Users unable to access app, website
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, is facing a major outage. Users from different regions have reported problems accessing the service today.
Modi inaugurates India AI Impact Expo 2026 in New Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi today.
Update now! CERT-In flags critical vulnerability in Google Chrome
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has flagged a major security vulnerability in Google Chrome for desktop.
Alibaba's new Qwen 3.5 AI model has 'visual agentic capabilities'
Alibaba has launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, Qwen 3.5.
How Google's AI Overviews are putting your health at risk
Google is facing criticism for downplaying safety warnings related to its AI-generated medical advice.
No evidence of alien contact during my presidency: Barack Obama
Former United States President Barack Obama has clarified his recent comments about extraterrestrial life on a podcast.
India's 1st sovereign AI product launched at AI Impact Summit
At the India AI Impact Summit, Arinox AI and KOGO have launched what they call India's first sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) product.
This technique might help preserve fertility of cancer patients
Scientists at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology (NIANP) are working on an important technique to save eggs that are naturally lost inside the ovary at an early stage.
Will India's 3-hour takedown rule hurt influencer earnings and deals?
India's creator economy is in a tizzy over a new three-hour deadline for removing flagged content.
Planning to attend India AI Summit? Key points to know
The India AI Impact Summit 2026, a major tech event, kicked off today at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi.
ByteDance to limit AI video generator after Disney's legal threat
Chinese tech giant ByteDance has announced plans to restrict its controversial artificial intelligence (AI) video-making tool, Seedance.
AMD, TCS partner to build AI data centers in India
Chip giant Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India's largest IT services company, have announced a strategic partnership.
Bharat-VISTAAR, AI advisor for farmers, launches tomorrow
The Indian government is set to launch Bharat-VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources), an AI-powered multilingual tool, on Tuesday.
AI Impact Summit: Minister says India leads in AI skill-penetration
Union Minister Jitin Prasada has said that India leads the world in artificial intelligence (AI) skill penetration.
Does intermittent fasting actually help you to lose weight?
A major review of scientific evidence found that intermittent fasting is not more effective than traditional diets for weight loss.
WhatsApp Business for iOS now has 'Liquid Glass' interface
WhatsApp has started rolling out its new 'Liquid Glass' interface for the Business app on iOS.
AI Summit: InVideo, Google parter to revamp AI filmmaking
InVideo, a leading AI-powered video creation platform, has announced an expanded partnership with Google Cloud.
Gen AI boosts productivity 10x at Lenskart, says CEO
Eyewear retailer Lenskart is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize its operations.
ChatGPT has 100M weekly active users in India: Sam Altman
OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman has revealed that India is one of the company's largest markets, with a whopping 100 million weekly active ChatGPT users.
Apple's cheapest MacBook with iPhone chip to launch in March
Apple is reportedly gearing up to launch its most affordable MacBook yet, according to a Bloomberg report by Mark Gurman.
India AI Impact Summit begins today: How to watch online
India is gearing up to host the AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The five-day event will start today and end on February 20.
How India's new AI framework targets risks, bias and misuse
Ahead of the five-day AI Impact Summit 2026, the Indian government has unveiled its first set of comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) governance guidelines.