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Marine robotics startup EyeROV has successfully secured Rs 10 crore (approximately $1.2 million) in a pre-series A funding round. The investment was led by Unicorn India Ventures and aims to bolster EyeROV’s expansion into international markets. This funding comes as the company enters its eighth year, with plans to advance its presence in sectors such as maritime, defence, energy, and infrastructure through innovative unmanned technologies. Founders and Product Innovations Established in 2016 by IIT alumni Johns T Mathai and Kannappa Palaniappan P, EyeROV has made significant strides in the underwater robotics sector. The company introduced India’s first commercial underwater drones…

The quest for alternative fuels to replace gasoline and fossil fuels has led to innovative solutions, including the fascinating concept of water-powered vehicles. Electriq Global, an Israeli company, is transforming this concept into reality with the first-ever water car. Turning Water into Fuel Electriq Global has developed a proprietary system that converts water into hydrogen fuel for cars. Their technology extracts hydrogen from water and uses it to generate electricity, which powers the vehicle. This innovation could revolutionise the auto industry by providing a clean, sustainable alternative to gasoline. How the Water Car Technology Works Electriq Global’s technology employs a…

Kinetic Green has announced its plans to introduce a family e-scooter within the next 18 months, marking a significant move in its product lineup. However, the company has decided against entering the rapidly growing electric motorcycle segment. Founder and CEO Sulajja Firodia Motwani shared these details during a media roundtable. Revenue Goals and Business Strategy Kinetic Green aims to achieve a revenue target of ₹10,000 crore by 2030, with 60% of this expected to come from its two-wheeler business. The company’s strategy involves a strong focus on both two-wheelers and three-wheelers, projecting ₹3,500 crore revenue from each segment. Vision 3.0…

Vinesh Phogat hails from a family steeped in wrestling tradition, with the sport ingrained in her upbringing. Growing up in Charkhi Dadri, Haryana, she was surrounded by wrestling greats, her father, Rajpal Phogat, and her cousins, Geeta and Babita Phogat, who have left indelible marks on the sport. Despite the pressure of living up to her family’s legacy, Vinesh has forged her own path, overcoming challenges and achieving remarkable success both on and off the mat. A Controversial Setback at the 2024 Paris Olympics Vinesh Phogat’s career faced a significant challenge at the 2024 Paris Olympics when she was disqualified…

PillBot, a groundbreaking swallowable robot developed by Endiatx, is poised to revolutionise non-invasive endoscopy. Measuring just 13mm by 30mm, this innovative device is designed to be easily ingested by patients. Equipped with micro cameras, sensors, motors, and LEDs, PillBot offers high-resolution imaging of the gastrointestinal tract, providing real-time data to doctors. The device is controlled via a handheld game controller and features a bio-compatible shell for safe ingestion. How Does PillBot Work? PillBot navigates through the digestive system, capturing detailed 2.3-megapixel video footage at a rate of 2.3 megapixels per second. The high-resolution video is transmitted wirelessly to a computer…

1X, a leading innovator in humanoid robotics, has introduced NEO Beta, a cutting-edge prototype of its bipedal humanoid robot designed for home environments. This launch marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of robotics, as NEO Beta shifts away from traditional, rigid designs towards more human-like, bio-inspired robots capable of safely interacting with people. A Major Milestone for 1X The unveiling of NEO Beta signifies a key achievement for 1X, as the company transitions from development phases to real-world applications. According to a video released by 1X, NEO Beta has been built to function safely around humans, addressing one of…

Air India Express, the low-cost airline under the Tata group’s Air India, reported a net loss of ₹163 crore for the fiscal year 2023-24 (FY24). This marks a sharp decline from the ₹117 crore profit achieved in the previous fiscal year, making it only the second time in nine years that the airline has posted a loss. Revenue and Expenditure Analysis Despite a significant increase in income, which rose by 33% year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to ₹7,600 crore, the airline’s expenditure surged by 38.3% to ₹7,763 crore. The primary driver of this loss was the airline’s extensive domestic expansion, which intensified competition…

Boeing’s Starliner capsule safely touched down in New Mexico’s White Sands Missile Range on Saturday, concluding its automated return journey from the International Space Station (ISS). However, NASA’s astronauts, Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, will stay aboard the ISS until SpaceX retrieves them next year due to issues with the Starliner. Automated Return and Safe Landing The Starliner, which undocked from the ISS over China, used autopilot to parachute into the desert. The capsule’s descent was captured by cameras, appearing as a white streak against the sky. Despite initial plans for astronauts to return in June, technical problems led to…

Channeliam Fact Check has verified that the viral claim about India’s police providing free travel services to women at night is false. No such nationwide scheme has been launched by any police agency in India. No Nationwide Scheme The misleading claim circulating on social media suggests that police across the country are offering free travel for women during nighttime hours. However, this is not true. While there were localised initiatives in 2019, such as Ludhiana’s free drop-home service and a similar scheme in Nagpur, these were specific to those regions and not part of a national policy. Previous Misleading Claims…

Vikas Oberoi, Chairman and Managing Director of Oberoi Realty, stands as one of India’s foremost real estate magnates, with a staggering net worth exceeding Rs 45,000 crore. His success story is intertwined with Bollywood, as he is married to Gayatri Joshi, who gained fame for her role as Geeta in Ashutosh Gowariker’s Swades alongside Shah Rukh Khan. Joshi stepped away from Bollywood after her debut to focus on family life, marrying Oberoi in August 2005. The couple has two children, Vihaan and Yuvaan Oberoi. Founded by Ranveer Oberoi nearly three decades ago, Oberoi Realty has flourished under Vikas Oberoi’s leadership, excelling in…