In a major win for the Indian deep-tech ecosystem, Bengaluru-based semiconductor startup Morphing Machines has secured a fresh infusion of capital, raising about ₹42 Cr ($4.4 Mn) as part of its ongoing Series A funding round. This latest tranche brings the startup closer to its goal of closing the round at a total of ₹80 Cr. The funding round saw participation from Hero Enterprise Partner Ventures, Colossa Ventures, and Navam Capital. According to recent MCA filings, the capital will be put to work immediately, fueling the development of the startup’s flagship innovation: the REDEFINE processor. What is the “REDEFINE” Processor?…
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Due to delays, Karnataka has requested an extension of the Phase II deadline beyond March 31, 2026, in order to expand its transmission network for renewable energy under the Green Energy Corridor project. The main obstacle to the project, which aims to construct specialized infrastructure to transfer renewable energy from sources like wind and solar into the national grid, is the difficulty of acquiring property, especially when it comes to obtaining right of way for transmission lines and substations. Execution delays slow progress Only roughly half of the project’s implementation has been finished by the Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Ltd.…
By the end of the decade, Meta Platforms will be able to obtain electricity for its data centers via Overview Energy’s space-based solar power system. Scaling alternative energy for data centres Overview Energy is creating technologies that will enable continuous power generation by capturing solar energy in space and transmitting it to ground-based systems. The business anticipates delivering commercial electricity by 2030 after an initial orbital demonstration in 2028. Although the deal’s financial specifics have not been made public, Meta will have early access to up to 1 gigawatt of system capacity. As demand rises as a result of artificial…
As international tech companies increase capacity to satisfy the growing demand for AI, Google made one of its biggest infrastructure investments in the nation on Tuesday when it laid the foundation stone for a USD 15 billion data center and artificial intelligence hub in Visakhapatnam. The project will be developed in collaboration with Bharti Airtel and AdaniConneX, a joint venture of the Adani Group. Along with other central and state ministers, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw attended the event, highlighting the project’s significance to New Delhi’s efforts to establish India as a global…
The partnership seeks to provide solutions for industrial, defense, and security applications by fusing DMP’s edge AI capabilities with ideaForge’s proficiency in unmanned aircraft systems. Digital Media Professionals Inc. (DMP), based in Japan, and ideaForge Technology Limited have inked a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of next-generation AI-powered drones and enter the Japanese market. In order to provide improved autonomous capabilities, ideaForge will include DMP’s Di1 edge AI system-on-chip (SoC) into its unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms. As the go-to-market partner in Japan, DMP will assist with distribution, client interaction, training, and post-purchase services. The…
Incident Overview BEKASI, Indonesia (AP) — Rescuers completed extracting victims from a damaged commuter train car on Tuesday, confirming that 14 people were killed in the collision outside Indonesia’s capital. Details of the Collision At Bekasi Timur Station outside of Jakarta on Monday, a long-distance train collided with the rear car of a halted commuter train. In order to prevent harassment, the car was reserved only for ladies. Casualties and Medical Response According to Bobby Rasyidin, CEO of the state-owned railway company PT Kereta Api Indonesia, 84 injured individuals were transported to hospitals for medical attention. For additional identification, the…
Bangalore, India Ikontel has been selected to receive the AI-First Product Innovation Award by The Times of India. The award is scheduled to be presented at a ceremony in New Delhi in April 2026. Ikontel, headquartered in Bangalore, has over 15 years of experience in cloud telephony and enterprise communication services. The company works with organizations across sectors such as banking, utilities, healthcare, and other enterprise segments in India. The recognition is intended to highlight developments in AI-driven product innovation, particularly in areas where artificial intelligence is being integrated into communication platforms to improve automation, efficiency, and scalability. The company…
Remember the times when running out of milk meant stepping out of your home? Maybe a quick walk to the corner store or maybe a small mental note for the next grocery run. It was inconvenient, but it was normal for those times. Today, those moments barely exist. With platforms like Blinkit and Zepto, the idea of ‘running out’ has almost been engineered out of urban life. What started as a convenience, groceries delivered to your doorstep, has quietly evolved into something much bigger. A complete redesign of how the urban Indian home functions. Delivery in 10 minutes At the…
The days when luxury had a simple, easy-to-read definition are quietly behind us. Bigger homes, imported cars, designer logos, financial status was something you could see instantly. But somewhere along the way, that definition started to feel… a bit outdated. The reason is a shift in perspective. Today, luxury is becoming quieter, more thoughtful, and in many ways, more personal. We’re now seeing the rise of what can be called collectible living, which is a lifestyle where people don’t just buy things to use or display, but to own, preserve, and sometimes even pass on to their younger generations. It’s…
For the longest time, quick commerce in India had a very clear and almost a monotonous role to play. You forgot milk, you ordered it. You ran out of bread or eggs, you tapped a button and it showed up before you could even think about stepping out. That was the promise, and honestly, that was enough to make it work. Convenience was the product. But somewhere along the way, that very simple use case started stretching. Slowly at first, almost unnoticeable. And then suddenly, these same platforms were not just delivering groceries but also headphones, skincare, and even last-minute…





