AI will boost delivery of digital social goods in India: Platform Commons' Founders

IANS | January 4, 2024 2:34 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) As new and emerging technologies offer myriad ways to improve the lives of millions across the spectrum – especially around agriculture, climate, education, civic engagement and healthcare -- digital platform development company Platform Commons feels that artificial intelligence (AI) & Inclusive Platforms will make a major impact in multiple ways.

Pocket FM's India arm logs 647% revenue growth in FY23, losses down by 56%

IANS | January 4, 2024 12:30 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Homegrown audio streaming platform Pocket FM on Thursday disclosed the financial performance of its India subsidiary for FY2023, reporting a 647 per cent surge in revenue, reaching Rs 131 crore and a 56 per cent decrease in loss (before tax), amounting to Rs 75.7 crore.

IISER Bhopal develops material to break down chemical warfare agents

IANS | January 4, 2024 12:01 PM

Bhopal, Jan 4 (IANS) A team of researchers at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal has developed an effective photocatalyst -- a substance that absorbs a wide range of solar energy and light -- to quicken chemical processes in laboratories and industries.

Indian-origin MIT engineer develops vibrating pill to help treat obesity

IANS | January 3, 2024 11:56 AM

New York, Jan 3 (IANS) An Indian-origin engineer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has developed a new vibrating and ingestible capsule that could create a sense of fullness, tricking the brain into thinking it's time to stop eating, and one day help treat obesity.