OPINION | Sanchar Saathi: A framework at odds with the ‘Right to Privacy’
India’s proposal to embed a government app inside every smartphone is being sold as cyber safety, but it is fundamentally a test of constitutional restraint. The move raises urgent questions about surveillance, personal autonomy and the quality of digital policymaking itself
Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri asks employees to return to office full time starting 2026
Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri has told employees that most US staff will be required to return to the office full time starting February 2026. The company is phasing out hybrid work, cutting down meetings, and pushing for more in-person collaboration to boost creativity and productivity.
MeitY adds Passport Verification Record access to DigiLocker: Here's how it works
The Ministry of Electronics and IT has enabled Passport Verification Record access inside DigiLocker, allowing citizens to securely retrieve their PVR digitally without physical documents, attestation, or in-person visits.
Sanchar Saathi app promises safer phones and fewer scams, cyber experts explain why its impact may be more complex than expected
Cybersecurity experts explain what Sanchar Saathi can and cannot solve as India expands the app to all smartphones, raising questions about fraud prevention and privacy.
Watch: Tesla Optimus humanoid robot shows off new running ability as Elon Musk shares latest progress video
Elon Musk has shared a new clip of Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot running inside a lab, showcasing one of the clearest demonstrations yet of the robot’s improving movement and coordination.
YouTube Recap 2025 is now live with personalised viewing cards and new personality insights
YouTube has announced Recap 2025, a personalised end-of-year summary that highlights your top creators, music, interests, and viewing habits. Here’s how it works and how you can access it.
China imports $700 billion worth of components to export $1 trillion in electronics, says ICEA chairman Pankaj Mahindroo
'India’s biggest fault line is we are very inward looking, which shows in our merchandise exports,' the ICEA chairman has said
Technology will resolve skilling, language barriers in semiconductors, says UP principal secretary Yadav
Uttar Pradesh’s advantage lies in scale, connectivity and emerging industrial corridors, not in competing with southern states, the state's principal secretary for IT and electronics Anurag Yadav has said
OpenAI declares internal ‘code red’ amid rising pressure from Google and Anthropic
OpenAI is officially in firefighting mode. Sam Altman has reportedly hit the brakes on several upcoming products and redirected the company’s full attention back to ChatGPT.
The AI frenzy is driving a new global supply chain crisis
Japanese electronics stores have begun limiting how many hard-disk drives shoppers can buy. Chinese smartphone makers are warning of price increases
Anthropic plans an IPO as early as 2026: Report
The move comes as AI adoption gains pace, driven by higher enterprise tech spending and growing investor appetite.
UP Tech Next Summit: Talent, R&D and startup support key to India’s semiconductor push, say industry leaders
IESA’s Ashok Chandak said the semiconductor sector could face a shortage of at least 700,000 workers globally by 2030, spanning design, manufacturing and other parts of the industry.
Aequs cites 'Western capacity constraints', China+1 tailwinds while launching IPO
Despite the demand visibility, Aequs continues to face long production and qualification cycles common in aerospace manufacturing.
Bengaluru to get INNOVERSE, a deep-tech innovation campus; work to start next year: Karnataka IT secretary
INNOVERSE, an innovation campus in Byappanahalli, will also feature a museum showcasing Karnataka’s digital journey over the last two to three decades
UP Govt promises stronger investment pitch after industry flags lack of global outreach
The government has also begun hosting focused events, including another electronics manufacturing programme scheduled soon.
Redmi 15C 5G key specifications revealed ahead of launch this week
Redmi’s next budget smartphone, the Redmi 15C 5G, is scheduled to launch in India on December 3. Now, the Amazon microsite of the handset has been updated with more key specifications, including processor and battery details.
Lava Play Max India launch teased, key specifications leaked online: All the details
Lava Play Max is expected to launch in India soon, as the upcoming smartphone has now been teased by the brand with a dual vertically aligned rear camera setup. Moreover, the handset is tipped to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC.
5 powerful Nano Banana Pro prompts that show what Google’s latest image tool can create
Here are five prompts that reveal the full creative range of Nano Banana Pro. Each slide explains a specific use case and why it demonstrates the model’s strength, from cinematic portraits to clean product photos and interior design boards.
Amazon Music launches 2025 Delivered, its answer to Spotify Wrapped
Amazon Music is finally taking the year-end recap trend seriously with 2025 Delivered, a personalised look at how you listened this year. From top artists to Alexa-powered insights, the feature is Amazon’s clearest attempt yet to match Spotify’s Wrapped moment.
ISM 2.0 to deepen India’s chip ecosystem, shift focus from fabs to full-stack semiconductor capability: MeitY’s Sushil Pal
At the UP Tech Next Electronics & Semiconductor Summit, Joint Secretary Sushil Pal says India’s next semiconductor policy will push hard on ecosystem creation, chip design, and advanced packaging
BenQ launches TK705i and TK705STi 4K projectors with smart entertainment features and gaming-focused performance
BenQ has launched the TK705i and TK705STi 4K projectors in India, offering integrated Google TV, fast setup tools, gaming-ready performance and flexible placement options for different home environments.
Government set to launch Bharat Taxi, a new ride-hailing mobility app
The government is preparing to introduce Bharat Taxi, a new ride-hailing mobility platform designed to offer commuters an alternative to existing private cab apps.
OPPO A6x 5G debuts in India with 6,500mAh battery and 120Hz display: All details
OPPO has launched the A6x 5G in India starting at Rs 12,499. The phone offers a 6,500mAh battery, 45W fast charging, 120Hz display and smooth everyday performance.
OPINION | How to put AI to productive use in a business enterprise
Talk of AI-led change is pervasive. What’s still not clear to many is the anatomy of change in a business operation. A financial intermediary founder provides an insight into this aspect by breaking down the use and effect of AI in his firm’s operations
