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WAVES 2025 boosts the vision of ‘Create in India, Create for the World’

IANS | December 31, 2025 9:17 AM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) The ‘Waves 2025’ event this year witnessed participation from over 90 countries, with more than 10,000 delegates, 1,000 creators, over 300 companies, over 350 startups and an overall footfall of approximately 1 lakh attendees — spanning diverse sectors including broadcasting, infotainment, AVGC-XR, films and digital media, the government said on Wednesday.

2026 will be a turning point for AI as focus shifts from hype to real-world use: Satya Nadella

IANS | December 30, 2025 9:20 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has said that 2026 will be a crucial year for artificial intelligence, marking a shift from experimentation and excitement to wider, real-world adoption of the technology.

Dhruv-NG is not just a helicopter, it’s statement of India’s engineering muscle: HAL CMD

IANS | December 30, 2025 6:02 PM

Bengaluru, Dec 30 (IANS) India’s civil aviation sector is getting a strong indigenous push with the launch of the Dhruv-NG, a newly civil-certified helicopter developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.

High superbug load in Delhi environment posing public health risks: Study

IANS | December 30, 2025 5:18 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) High levels of antibiotic-resistant superbugs in both indoor and outdoor environments in Delhi are posing public health risks, according to a study.

India in world’s top 2 list as social protection coverage of citizens crosses 64 pc

IANS | December 30, 2025 4:57 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) India’s social protection coverage has risen sharply from 19 per cent in 2015 to 64.3 per cent in 2025, taking the country to the second rank in the world after China in providing social protection to its citizens.

Indian study shows drug-resistant fungus turning more deadly, spreading globally

IANS | December 30, 2025 4:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) The drug-resistant fungal species Candida auris is turning more deadly and is also spreading globally, according to a study led by Indian researchers.

Oral bacterium may worsen disability in multiple sclerosis patients: Study

IANS | December 30, 2025 3:32 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Abundance of severe gum disease -- periodontitis -- may worsen disability for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic autoimmune disease of the central nervous system.

Gujarat to become 1st state to set up AI research organisation through PPP, CM gives nod

IANS | December 30, 2025 3:32 PM

Gandhinagar, Dec 30 (IANS) In a move to strengthen India’s artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, Gujarat will operationalise the Indian AI Research Organisation (IAIRO) from January 1, 2026, under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has granted in-principle approval for the initiative, making Gujarat the first state in the country to establish such an institution through a PPP framework.

India’s 2025 economic reforms lay foundation for inclusive growth

IANS | December 30, 2025 3:24 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) The economic reforms undertaken by the government in 2025 reflect a clear shift towards outcome-based governance, reducing friction for citizens and businesses, enhancing transparency and efficiency and laying the foundation for sustained, inclusive economic growth.

Over Rs 10,300 crore allocated for IndiaAI Mission, 38,000 GPUs deployed

IANS | December 30, 2025 3:13 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) India stands at the cusp of a new era powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the government has allocated more than Rs 10,300 crore over the five years for the ‘IndiaAI Mission’ with 38,000 GPUs deployed, it was announced on Tuesday.

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WAVES 2025 boosts the vision of ‘Create in India, Create for the World’

2026 will be a turning point for AI as focus shifts from hype to real-world use: Satya Nadella

Dhruv-NG is not just a helicopter, it’s statement of India’s engineering muscle: HAL CMD

High superbug load in Delhi environment posing public health risks: Study

India in world’s top 2 list as social protection coverage of citizens crosses 64 pc

Indian study shows drug-resistant fungus turning more deadly, spreading globally

Oral bacterium may worsen disability in multiple sclerosis patients: Study

Gujarat to become 1st state to set up AI research organisation through PPP, CM gives nod

India’s 2025 economic reforms lay foundation for inclusive growth

Over Rs 10,300 crore allocated for IndiaAI Mission, 38,000 GPUs deployed

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