India making rapid strides in defence sector self-reliance: Report

IANS | September 7, 2026 2:37 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) India’s locally manufactured AK-203 Sher assault rifle, which is an advanced version of Russia’s highly successful Kalashnikov rifle, represents an important milestone for the 'Make in India' initiative aimed at self-reliance in the defence sector, according to a new report.

Indian spacetech startup Pixxel raises $100 million in Series C funding

IANS | September 7, 2026 12:21 PM

New Delhi, Sept 7 (IANS) India's one of the largest space-tech startups in terms of fundraising said on Monday it raised $100 million in a Series C funding round which is the largest single funding round raised by a space technology entity in India, taking its total funding to $195 million.

Over 600 technology experts to discuss AI, cybersecurity at APNIC conference

IANS | September 7, 2026 11:58 AM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Over 600 internet experts, policymakers and technology leaders will gather in Mumbai for the 62nd APNIC Conference (APNIC 62) from September 4 to September 10, 2026, to discuss AI, cybersecurity and the resilience of Internet infrastructure, an official statement said on Monday.

GST Council meeting postponed to October 7

IANS | September 6, 2026 9:07 PM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) The 57th meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, which was scheduled for September 12, has been postponed and is likely to be held on October 7 in the national capital.