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Uttarakhand Officer Leverages Technology to Prevent Forest Fires

Uttarakhand Officer Leverages Technology to Prevent Forest Fires

In an effort to combat increasing forest fires, an Indian Forest Service (IFoS) officer from Uttarakhand, Vaibhav Singh, has developed an advanced Forest Fire App. Inspired by technologies used in Canada, Australia, and South Africa, this innovative tool significantly enhances fire detection, response efficiency, and real-time tracking of firefighting teams. The Uttarakhand Forest Department has …

Google unveils ‘Ananta,’ its largest campus in India

Google unveils ‘Ananta,’ its largest campus in India

Google has made a significant leap in its commitment to India’s digital landscape by unveiling Ananta, its largest campus in the country. Named after the Sanskrit word meaning “infinite” or “limitless”, Ananta is not just a workplace but a hub of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. Located in Mahadevapura, Bengaluru, this campus is among Google’s largest …

Karnataka Bank Marks 100 Years with New Product Launches

Karnataka Bank Marks 100 Years with New Product Launches

Karnataka Bank marked its 100th anniversary on February 18, 2024, by unveiling two new financial products aimed at expanding its customer base and strengthening its market presence. The bank introduced a specialized savings account for children and a high-interest term deposit scheme for a limited period. These initiatives reflect Karnataka Bank’s focus on customer-centric banking …

India’s First Open-Air Art Wall Museum Inaugurated at Mausam Bhawan

India’s First Open-Air Art Wall Museum Inaugurated at Mausam Bhawan

Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and other key departments, inaugurated India’s first “Open Air Art Wall Museum” at Mausam Bhawan, New Delhi. The initiative, developed in collaboration with Delhi Street Art, celebrates 150 years of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) through a vibrant series of …

India's Smartphone Exports Reach ₹1.5 Trillion, Boosted by PLI Scheme

India’s Smartphone Exports Reach ₹1.5 Trillion, Boosted by PLI Scheme

India’s smartphone exports have reached an all-time high of Rs 1.55 trillion in the April 2024 to January 2025 period, reflecting a 56% surge from Rs 991.2 billion in the same period last year. This growth has been primarily fueled by the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, which has strengthened India’s smartphone manufacturing ecosystem and boosted …

Kerala Leads in Scientific Disposal of Expired Medicines

Kerala Leads in Scientific Disposal of Expired Medicines

In a significant step toward environmental sustainability and public health, Kerala is set to become the first state in India to scientifically collect and dispose of expired and unused medicines from households. The Kerala Drugs Control Department will officially launch the ‘nPROUD’ (New Programme for Removal of Unused Drugs) initiative on February 22, 2025. This …

Ajmer Hosts First-Ever All India Transgender Conference

Ajmer Hosts First-Ever All India Transgender Conference

Ajmer has become the venue for the first-ever All India Kinnar Mahasammelan, a historic 10-day transgender conference held at a private school in Vaishali Nagar. The event, which began on February 17, 2025, with the Khichdi Tulai ritual, is aimed at addressing issues faced by the transgender community across India. The conference is organized in …

Zomato Introduces AI-Powered Customer Support Platform 'Nugget'

Zomato Introduces AI-Powered Customer Support Platform ‘Nugget’

Zomato has introduced ‘Nugget,’ a no-code AI-powered customer support platform designed to help businesses automate and streamline customer service. Developed over three years, the platform currently handles over 15 million monthly interactions across Zomato’s ecosystem, including Blinkit and Hyperpure. This move highlights Zomato’s focus on AI-driven solutions to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. How …