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Tata Power Company is poised to make a substantial investment of INR 70,000 crore for the development of 10 gigawatts (Gw) solar and wind units in Tamil Nadu over the next five to seven years. If realized, this would mark the largest single investment by Tata Power in any state. The formal announcement of this ambitious project is expected today, with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the state government and Tata Power. This massive investment comes in addition to Tata Power’s establishment of a new greenfield 4.3 Gw solar cell and module manufacturing facility in Tirunelveli.…

Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM), the electric vehicle subsidiary of Tata Motors, has revealed its latest innovation, Punch.ev, based on the cutting-edge ‘acti.ev’ architecture. This new platform, described as a compact vehicle architecture, will serve as the foundation for upcoming electric models, including the Harrier EV, Curvv EV, and Sierra EV. acti.ev – A Technologically Advanced Platform: TPEM introduced ‘acti.ev’ as an acronym for Advanced Connected Tech-Intelligent Electric Vehicle. According to Anand Kulkarni, Chief Products Officer, the architecture focuses on performance, technology, modularity, space, and efficiency. Designed to deliver class-leading efficiencies, maximise space, and enhance the overall driving experience, acti.ev…

In the quaint town of Sivakasi, known for its firecrackers, RG Chandramogan’s early life was shrouded in challenges. Despite the town’s fame for matchboxes, his family struggled to run a small provisional store, and Chandramogan faced academic setbacks, especially in his favourite subject, Mathematics. A Bold Move and the Birth of Arunodyam Undeterred by adversity, the 21-year-old Chandramogan sold his ancestral property for Rs 13,000, dropped out of school, and embarked on a journey to establish an ice candy business. Renting a modest 250 sq ft space in Royapuram, Chennai, he named his brand “Arunodyam,” inspired by the Tamil word…

As the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) enter the second phase of placements, their placement war rooms are intensifying efforts to devise strategies for attracting more job offers. The initial phase, which concluded in December at the established IITs, saw a 15-20% decline in the number of Class of 2024 students securing employment compared to the previous year. Faced with reduced hiring by companies across various sectors, particularly in technology products and services, the IITs are diligently exploring avenues to maximize job placements for graduating students. To counter the challenging job market, some students who are yet to secure on-campus…

D Fresh Food has made a significant leadership change with the appointment of Rajat Diwaker as its new CEO for the Indian market. This move comes as PC Musthafa, the long-serving leader of iD Fresh, transitions into the role of Global CEO while continuing to serve as the Chairman of the Board of Directors. Diwaker’s FMCG Expertise: Rajat Diwaker, an industry veteran with over two decades of experience in the FMCG sector, assumes the role of CEO for iD Fresh Food in India. Diwaker’s previous position was as the Managing Director of Marico Bangladesh Ltd. Global Responsibilities for Musthafa: PC…

During Donald Trump’s presidency, his businesses reportedly received payments totalling at least $7.8 million from 20 foreign governments, including India, according to a report released by Democratic members of the US House Oversight Committee on January 4. The report, titled ‘White House for Sale: How Princes, Prime Ministers, and Premiers Paid Off President Trump,’ highlights that these payments constitute only a fraction of the overall foreign payments directed to Trump and his family during his 2017-2021 administration. The payments were recorded over two years at four of Trump’s 500 businesses, namely Trump International Hotel in Washington DC, Trump International Hotel…

ISRO has successfully generated electricity using hydrogen and oxygen in outer space. The primary achievement in space-based power generation has been accomplished through the trial of the Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) in the PS4 (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle) rocket. The 100W class Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell Power Station is being utilized on the PS4 rocket launched on January 1. Operating at an altitude of 350 kilometres from Earth, ISRO has produced 180 volts of electricity through the fuel cell. The fuel cell releases only water as a by-product, utilizing hydrogen and oxygen from space for electricity generation.…

Luxembourg-based steel giant ArcelorMittal has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, to establish Asia’s first Hyperloop testing facility. This collaboration aims to contribute materials and engineering expertise for the development of affordable Hyperloop technology for both passenger and cargo transportation on a large scale. The Collaborative Effort ArcelorMittal, along with its joint venture, ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India, will play a pivotal role in the construction of the Hyperloop testing facility on the IIT Madras campus. This strategic partnership is set to enhance the mobility transition industry, with steel playing a crucial role in the development of the Hyperloop…

The Redmi Note 13 Series has officially been introduced in the Indian market, targeting competitors like the OnePlus Nord series, Realme, and iQOO in the premium mid-range smartphone segment. This series comprises three models: Redmi Note 13, Redmi Note 13 Pro, and Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus. The Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus starts at INR 31,999 for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, while the version with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at INR 33,999. The top-tier variant, featuring 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, is available at INR 35,999. For customers using ICICI debit…

Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have achieved a historic breakthrough by creating the world’s first functional semiconductor made from graphene. This revolutionary material, composed of a single sheet of carbon atoms, introduces a new era in electronics.At a time when silicon, the backbone of modern electronics, faces limitations in meeting the demands of faster computing and smaller devices, the Georgia Tech team’s discovery marks a paradigm shift in semiconductor technology. Overcoming the “Band Gap” Hurdle Led by Walter de Heer, the team successfully addressed a longstanding challenge in graphene research—the absence of a “band gap,” a crucial property…