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Burn care gets a boost: AIIMS Bhubaneswar collaborates with renowned expert Dr Marcus Wagstaff
Bhubaneswar, February 13: In a significant step towards revolutionising burn care, internationally acclaimed expert, Dr Marcus Wagstaff, Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and Head of the Adult Burns Service at the Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH), Australia, visited the Burn Centre at AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
Intestinal-womb connection successfully repaired through innovative endoscopic surgery
New Delhi, February 13: In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a team of doctors at New Delhi Private Hospital has successfully treated two women suffering from complex fistulas, an abnormal connection between the large intestine and womb--using an innovative cardiac occluder fistula closure device.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces Asia's largest AI festival
Mumbai, Feb 12: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday announced Mumbai Tech Week- Asia's Largest AI event, assuring the state government's continued support. He also met the Tech Entrepreneurs Association of Mumbai (TEAM), saying that proposed event will solidify Mumbai's position as the 'AI Sandbox of Asia'.
Manthan, the flagship annual defence innovation event, held at Aero India in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, February 12: Manthan 2025, the flagship annual defence innovation event, was held in Bengaluru on Wednesday as part of Aero India 2025, according to a release by the Ministry of Defence.
Assam to become global semiconductor manufacturing hub: CM
Guwahati, Feb 12: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that the state government aims to make Assam a hub of semiconductor manufacturing facilities worldwide while asserting that the upcoming semiconductor manufacturing plant in the state is in the final stage.
Use of AI-based system to promote 'Second Blue Revolution' in Maha: Minister
Mumbai, Dec 12: Fisheries and Ports Minister Nitesh Rane on Wednesday said that use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) based system is the need of hour to increase fish production and further strengthen the safety of fishermen.
PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Macron, France agrees to host 10 Indian Startups
Marseille, February 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with President of France Emmanuel Macron in which they reviewed the progress in the areas of defence, space, civil nuclear corporation, health and people to people corporation.
Army and Navy chief visit Adani Defence and Aerospace stall at Aero India 2025
Bengaluru, Feb 12: The Adani Defence and Aerospace stalls at the ongoing Aero India 2025 found itself in the spotlight on Wednesday as Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi and Navy chief Admiral D.K. Tripathi paid a visit and got first-hand information on the futuristic state-of-the art weaponry on display.
Aero India: Army officer's Kamikaze UGVs to be inducted under emergency procurement
Bengaluru, February 12: Two innovations developed by Major Rajprasad RS of the Indian Army including the "Xploder -Kamikaze and IED Disposal remotely operated vehicles" and- Mobile Reactive Munition System" were unveiled at Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru.
'Future of Innovation' Expo launched at Global Investors' Meet in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Feb 12: The 'Future of Innovation' Expo was launched on Wednesday at the Global Investors Meet here with over 40 global and emerging companies highlighting breakthroughs set to redefine industries.
Govt gives letters of award to firms in big push to coal gasification projects
New Delhi, Feb 12: The Ministry of Coal announced on Wednesday it has issued letters of award (LOAs) to applicants selected under Category II of the Rs 8,500 crore Coal Gasification Incentive Scheme -- aimed at reducing the country's carbon emissions and strengthening energy security.
Aero India 2025: Futuristic warfare tech takes centre stage at Adani's Defence & Aerospace stall
Bengaluru, Feb 12: The Adani Defence and Aerospace stall, showcasing futuristic technology, has been one of the main attractions at Asia's largest five-day air show and the 15th edition of the country's premier aerospace exhibition 'Aero India 2025' in Bengaluru.
India's AR developer community grows by over 50 pc in 2 years: Snap Inc
Mumbai, Feb 12: India's augmented reality (AR) developer community has grown by over 50 per cent in two years, now home to the highest number of AR lenses globally, Snap Inc said on Wednesday.
India advancing medical innovation with AI, genomics in Unani medicine: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, Feb 12: India is advancing medical innovation with artificial intelligence and genomics in Unani medicine, said Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology.
Innovations in Unani medicine key to boost its global acceptability: President Murmu
New Delhi, Feb 12: Innovations in Unani medicine are vital to enhancing its acceptability worldwide, said President Droupadi Murmu.
J-K: Farmers reap success from mushroom cultivation, generate over Rs 3.15 cr in Udhampur
Udhampur, February 12: The farmers in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir are involved in an agricultural revolution as they have embraced mushroom cultivation, which is providing them with some remarkable results.
Future of Work Forum forecasts economic shifts, outlines AI opportunities, impact on labour market
DUBAI, Febraury 12: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in collaboration with the World Governments Summit Organisation, organised the second edition of the Future of Work Forum, as part of the World Governments Summit 2025, with the attendance and participation of Ministers of Labour and Human Resources, policymakers, economic experts, and business leaders from various countries.
Jaishankar highlights India-France efforts to chart an inclusive AI & innovation partnership at CEOs Forum in Paris
Paris, February 12: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, while addressing the inaugural session of the 14th India-France CEO Forum alongside French Ministers Jean-Noel Barrot and Eric Lombard, spoke about the growing economic and strategic partnership between India and France, highlighting collaboration in AI, defence, clean energy, infrastructure, and global supply chain resilience.
India keen on innovation-driven AI, its responsible use: MeitY Secretary Krishnan
Paris, February 12: India's policy position on AI has been on the possibility of innovation and the possibility that it offers greater productivity and opportunity while being cognisant of possible harms and what can be done to mitigate them, Secretary of Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), S Krishnan, said on Tuesday.
First foundational AI model will come from Bengaluru, says Rajnath Singh in Karnataka investors summit
Bengaluru, February 11: India is in the era of cooperative federalism and it has stepped into the age of Artificial Intelligence, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday in Bengaluru.
India and France can make a difference amid fast-changing global economy: EAM Jaishankar
Paris, Feb 11: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Tuesday said that amid the fast-changing global economy, India and France can make a difference, including by motivating the rest of the European Union (EU).
France, India are together in core values for future of digital world, says founder of Mediawen platform
Paris, February 11: Mediawen Founder and CEO, Erwan de Kerautem, said that France and India are together in core values for future of digital and Europe and expressed admiration of Unified Payment Interface (UPI).
France, India are together in core values for future of digital world, says founder of Mediawen platform
Paris, February 11: Mediawen Founder and CEO, Erwan de Kerautem, said that France and India are together in core values for future of digital and Europe and expressed admiration of Unified Payment Interface.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel launches Gujarat Global Capability Centre Policy (2025-30)
Gandhinagar, February 11: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday unveiled the Gujarat Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy (2025-30) at GIFT City, Gandhinagar.
Maldives Speaker Abdullah praises AI use in Indian Parliament, seeks support for digitising Majlis archives
New Delhi, February 11: Speaker of People's Majlis of Maldives, Abdul Raheem Abdulla, who is on a visit to India lon Tuesday led a delegation from his country to witness the proceedings of Parliament.
India happy to host next AI Action Summit: PM Modi
Paris, Feb 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that in order to build on the momentum of the AI Action Summit here, India would be happy to host the next Summit.
India's AI breakthrough: Powering future with affordable innovation
New Delhi, Feb 11: India is witnessing a transformative revolution in Artificial Intelligence (AI) under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India ready to share its experience, expertise with world to ensure AI future for all: PM Modi
Paris, Feb 11: India is developing AI applications for the public good and has one of the world's largest AI talent pools, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said here on Tuesday, adding that the country is ready to share its experience and expertise to ensure that the "AI future is for Good, and for All".
ISRO, IIT Madras develops indigenous semiconductor chip for space applications
Chennai, Feb 11: Scientists at the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have indigenously developed a semiconductor chip for space applications.
AI writing code for humanity in this century, time to democratise tech: PM Modi
Paris, Feb 11: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now writing codes of humanity in this century and its potential in transforming millions of lives is absolutely amazing to see and perceive, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said here on Tuesday.
Aero India 2025: Adani Defence, DRDO unveil Vehicle-Mounted Counter-Drone System
Bengaluru, Feb 11: Adani Defence & Aerospace, in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), on Tuesday unveiled a cutting-edge Vehicle-Mounted Counter-Drone System at the 'Aero India 2025' here.
EAM Jaishankar meets French FM, discusses AI and innovation
Paris, Feb 11: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met with his French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot in Paris, where the two leaders discussed strengthening India-France bilateral ties with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), innovation, connectivity, and clean energy.
New treatment offers quick cure for common cause of high blood pressure
England, February 10: Doctors at Queen Mary University of London, Barts Health NHS Trust, and University College London have led the development of Targeted Thermal Therapy (Triple T), a simple, minimally invasive procedure that has the potential to revolutionise medical management of a common but often overlooked cause of high blood pressure.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh launches Srjanam biomedical waste conversion rig at AIIMS Delhi
New Delhi, February 10: Union Minister for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, officially launched the "Srjanam" biomedical waste conversion rig at AIIMS, New Delhi, on Monday, marking a significant milestone in the management of biomedical waste.
350 cutting edge technologies displayed in Aero India: DRDO Director General
Bengaluru, February 10: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Director General (Electronics and Communication Systems) BK Das on Monday said that nearly 350 "cutting edge" technologies are exhibiting at the Aero India event.
Adani to partner Mayo Clinic to establish affordable, world class healthcare facilities
Ahmedabad, February 10: Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, has announced the launch of Adani Health City (AHC) integrated health campuses, to be implemented through the Group's not-for-profit healthcare arm.
15th Aero India: Union Minister Sanjay Seth hands over certificates for ASTRA BVR, HTT-40
Bengaluru, February 10: Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Monday handed over Restricted Military Type Certificates (RMTC) for ASTRA BVR and HTT-40. He also released guidance materials for the life extension of aircraft and systems at the 15th Aero India International Seminar in Bengaluru.
India-Israel talks on bolstering economic times slated for tomorrow
New Delhi, Feb 10: The India-Israel Business Forum and the India-Israel CEO Forum meetings will be held here on Tuesday (February 11) aimed at deepening trade and investment ties between the two countries, according to a Commerce and Industry Ministry statement issued on Monday.
As India achieves 100 GW solar power capacity, PM Modi's throwback speech gains attention
New Delhi, Feb 10: As India achieves a historic milestone of surpassing 100 GW of solar power capacity, reinforcing its position as a global leader in renewable energy, an old speech of Prime Minister Narendra Modi from 2006 has found traction on the social media, where he is advocating about harnessing the solar energy for meeting the country's requirements.
Adani Defence showcases drones, missiles, ISR detector systems at Aero India 2025
Bengaluru, Feb 10: Adani Defence and Aerospace Pavilion is showcasing multiple defence weapons including unmanned aerial vehicles, ISR detector systems and an entire range of ammunition from small calibre used in light machine guns to artillery shells and missiles, at Aero India 2025 that began here on Monday,