Author: News Desk

Proxgy’s Kadi Smartwatch: Revolutionizing UPI Payments for Street Vendors In a bid to bridge the digital divide and empower street vendors, Proxgy, an Indian startup, has introduced a game-changing innovation – the Kadi UPI Smartwatch. This innovative wearable device is set to transform the way street vendors conduct business by offering hassle-free UPI payments, among other benefits. Priced at a mere Rs 1,000, the Kadi Smartwatch promises convenience, security, and financial inclusion for those operating beyond the conventional retail setup. Empowering Street Vendors The genesis of Kadi Smartwatch lies in the founder of Proxgy, Pulkit Ahuja’s encounter with a street hawker who…

Breaking Barriers: Jaya Verma Sinha Becomes 1st Woman Head in 166-Year History of Indian Railways The Indian Railways, often dubbed the lifeline of the nation, has reached a historic milestone with the appointment of its first woman CEO and Chairperson, Jaya Verma Sinha. This significant moment not only signifies gender equality but also reflects the evolving landscape of leadership within the Indian Railways, a 166-year-old institution. Let’s delve into the journey and accomplishments of Jaya Verma Sinha, as she takes the helm of this esteemed organization. A Trailblazing Career Jaya Verma Sinha’s remarkable journey begins with her alma mater, Allahabad…

Revolutionizing Funerals: AI Tech Allows the Deceased to Speak In a remarkable fusion of technology and grief, a recent funeral in the UK showcased the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to bring the departed back to life, if only in a digital form. This innovative approach allowed mourners to interact with a holographic projection of the deceased, offering a unique and deeply moving experience. Let’s delve into this cutting-edge AI technology and its implications. AI Resurrects Holocaust Educator Marina Smith, an 87-year-old Holocaust educator, passed away in June, leaving behind a treasure trove of untold stories and memories. Her son’s…

Aditya L1 Solar Mission: India’s Bold Step Towards Understanding the Sun On September 2, 2023, India’s space agency, ISRO, created history with the launch of its Aditya L1 mission. This ambitious project, in the works for over 15 years, aims to explore and study the Sun’s upper atmospheric layers, providing crucial insights into solar activity and its impact on Earth and space weather. In this article, we delve into the details of the Aditya L1 mission, its objectives, technical challenges, and its significance. Mission Overview Aditya-L1 is India’s maiden solar mission, which will take off from Sriharikota at 11:50 am. Unlike some…

A new artificial intelligence large language model for Arabic has been unveiled in Abu Dhabi. The model, named Jais, is an open-source bilingual Arabic-English model developed by Inception, a unit of Abu Dhabi AI company G42, Mohammed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence and Silicon Valley-based Cerebras Systems. It is available to download on the machine learning platform Hugging Face. More Accurate than Other LLMs for Arabic The developers of Jais claim that it is more accurate than other existing LLMs for Arabic. It captures the linguistic nuances of various Arabic dialects and can comprehend language, context and cultural references, making it more accurate and contextually…

In a significant development, Bengaluru International Airport Ltd has partnered with Industry. AI, a member of the Nvidia Metropolis vision AI partner ecosystem, to integrate its cutting-edge vision artificial intelligence (AI) platform into the recently constructed Terminal 2 (T2). This move aims to revolutionize the passenger experience within the airport. Innovative AI Solution to Tackle Terminal Congestion Industry.AI’s vision AI platform, built on Nvidia Metropolis development suite, provides a ready-to-use platform for creating data analytics solutions using video feeds. Industry.AI, a subsidiary of Bharat Light & Power, a private green energy firm, is set to leverage this technology to bring about transformative changes at the airport.…

Seven months following the explosive allegations of stock manipulation by the US-based short-seller Hindenburg Research against the Adani Group, fresh revelations have emerged. The non-profit media organization Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) has published a report providing further insights into the alleged manipulation. Supreme Court in the Spotlight The release of this report coincides with the ongoing Supreme Court hearings concerning the allegations against the Adani Group. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has already submitted a report to the court based on its investigation into Hindenburg’s claims. Opaque Investment Funds Under Scrutiny The OCCRP report alleges that “hundreds of…

UPI Sets New Record With 1,000 Cr Monthly Transactions In August 2023 The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has set a new record by processing more than 1000 Cr monthly transactions in August 2023 for the first time in its seven-year history. This achievement is a testament to the growing popularity of digital payments in India. UPI Transactions in August 2023 According to the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), UPI transactions crossed the 1000 Cr mark in August 2023. The total number of transactions logged by UPI till August 30 was 1024.1 Cr, worth INR 15.18 Lakh Cr. This milestone…

Apple’s “Wonderlust” Event: What to Expect on September 12 Apple enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for the tech giant’s highly anticipated “Wonderlust” event scheduled for September 12 at the iconic Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park. This event promises to unveil exciting new additions to Apple’s product lineup, including the iPhone 15 Series, Apple Watch Series 9, and an update to the AirPods Pro. Let’s dive into what we know so far. Event Details and Streaming Apple’s “Wonderlust” event will be accessible to a global audience, with live streaming available on Apple’s website, Apple TV, and the company’s YouTube channel…

Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), continues to push the boundaries of what the platform can offer as he endeavors to transform it into a super app. The latest stride in this direction is the introduction of voice and video call features to X, marking a significant evolution in the platform’s capabilities. A Game-Changer in Communication In a recent announcement, Musk stated, “Video & audio calls coming to X,” unveiling that these new features will be accessible across iOS, Android, Mac, and PC devices. What makes this development even more distinctive is that X will serve as a global address book, eliminating the…