Author: News Desk

Kerala’s mounting problem of construction and demolition waste has found a promising solution, thanks to researchers at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. The team has developed a sustainable method that could reshape how the state handles debris from building projects. Across cities like Ernakulam, heaps of concrete rubble from demolished structures—nearly 90 tonnes in the Marad high-rise demolitions alone—often end up in landfills or clogging water bodies, worsening pollution. To counter this, Vishnu Vijayan, a research scholar at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and dean at Baselios Mathews College of Engineering, Sasthamcotta, along with Mini K M and Sanjay Kumar Shukla of Edith Cowan…

Silver has emerged as the surprise star of 2025’s commodities market, with prices skyrocketing to ₹1.71 lakh per kilogram, setting an all-time record. The rally comes on the back of soaring global demand, tightening supplies, and renewed investor interest in precious metals amid market uncertainty. Silver prices surged by more than ₹8,500 in just one session in Delhi, reflecting the momentum that’s building across both retail and institutional markets. Traders attribute the surge to strong physical demand from industries and a rush among investors seeking safe-haven assets as global markets remain volatile. Beyond investment demand, silver’s industrial relevance has surged. It’s a key…

Highly sensitive optical cameras and advanced sensors are set to become a common sight along Indian highways and expressways, as the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) moves to implement a multi-lane free flow (MLFF) tolling system. This barrier-less tolling system will allow almost every vehicle to be processed without stopping, using FASTag and vehicle registration number (VRN) recognition. MLFF Implementation Underway Indian Highways Management Co Ltd (IHMCL), promoted by NHAI along with road concessionaires and financial institutions, has begun rolling out tenders for the MLFF system. It uses high-performance RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) readers and ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras to facilitate seamless…

French auto components maker OP Mobility SE (formerly Plastic Omnium) plans to invest between $200–300 million (₹1,774–2,661 crore) in India over the next five years, marking its biggest commitment yet to the country’s fast-growing automobile market. The investment will significantly expand the company’s manufacturing presence, double its factories from five to ten, and establish a new technology centre focused on engineering and innovation. Chairman Laurent Burelle said the decision followed a “deeply inspiring” meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi last week. “I was impressed by the Prime Minister’s clarity of vision and deep understanding of the automotive sector. His conviction…

Robots capable of serving food in hotels, teaching in classrooms, and assisting the Indian Army were displayed at the inauguration of India’s first Semiconductor Innovation Museum in Hyderabad, highlighting the country’s progress in technology and automation. Speaking to ANI on Sunday, Narasimha Naidu, Founder and CEO of Stemx India, said the robots presented at the T-Chip Semiconductor Innovation Museum (TCH SIM) reflect India’s growing expertise in automation and semiconductor innovation. “These robots can work in hotels, schools, and colleges. They can handle reception duties or act as co-teachers,” he explained. Naidu added that similar robots could also operate in airports…

Adani Enterprises, through its joint venture AdaniConneX, has partnered with Google to develop India’s largest AI data centre campus, along with new green energy infrastructure, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The Google AI hub represents an investment of approximately USD 15 billion over five years (2026–2030). The project will feature gigawatt-scale data centre operations, supported by a robust subsea cable network and clean energy, to handle India’s most demanding AI workloads. The initiative will be executed in collaboration with ecosystem partners, including AdaniConneX and Airtel. The hub will provide purpose-built AI data centre infrastructure, significantly boosting compute capacity and pioneering a generational leap in India’s AI capabilities. Sustainability is…

A Foxconn delegation met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Monday (October 13, 2025) to announce a major investment of ₹15,000 crore in the State. The company also unveiled plans to create 14,000 engineering jobs and establish a dedicated Foxconn Desk at Guidance Tamil Nadu, the State’s nodal agency for investment promotion. Led by Robert Wu, Foxconn’s India representative and senior global executive, the delegation included top company officials and was joined by Minister for Industries T.R.B. Rajaa. According to an official release, the meeting marks a significant step in Foxconn’s strategic engagement with Tamil Nadu, reinforcing the State’s…

Zoho co-founder and chief scientist Sridhar Vembu has praised MapMyIndia’s navigation app, Mappls, calling it “very nice” and noting that it reflects decades of research and development,longer than Google Maps. He shared his appreciation on X on 12 October 2025, sending his best wishes to Rohan Verma and the MapMyIndia team. The praise followed a demonstration by Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, who highlighted Mappls’ features on 11 October. The minister experienced the app firsthand, pointing out its 3D junction views, previews of flyovers, underpasses, and roundabouts, as well as real-time driving alerts…

Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya on Tuesday criticised Indian public sector banks for allegedly withholding details of recoveries from his assets, saying they should be “ashamed” for not providing a full account despite official confirmation that Rs 14,100 crores had been restored. In a post on X, Mallya wrote that he would not take any legal action in the United Kingdom until the banks disclosed complete recovery details, noting that his counterclaim could only be adjudicated in India. In a related development, Mallya has withdrawn his application seeking to annul a UK bankruptcy order ahead of a scheduled High Court hearing…

Rolls-Royce, the British aerospace and defence giant, has announced its intention to develop India as a strategic growth hub, aiming to strengthen its presence and partnerships across air, land, and sea applications. CEO Tufan Erginbilgic highlighted the company’s commitment to building in-country capabilities and fostering strategic partnerships that will accelerate India’s progress towards a self-reliant economy, aligning with the nation’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative. During UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s official visit to India, Erginbilgic emphasized the natural partnership between the UK and India, describing the collaboration as a ‘win-win’ for both nations. He reiterated Rolls-Royce’s determination to support India’s journey…