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JioPC: Turning TVs into affordable personal computers Jio Platforms, the technology arm of Reliance Industries, has introduced an innovative cloud-based virtual desktop service called JioPC. This new offering transforms any television connected to a Jio set-top box into a fully functional personal computer, making computing accessible and affordable for millions of households. Features and functionality Designed to bridge the digital divide in areas with low PC penetration, JioPC allows users to pair their Jio set-top box with a USB or Bluetooth-enabled keyboard and mouse to create a PC-like experience. The system runs on Ubuntu (Linux) OS and comes pre-installed with LibreOffice, an…

India launches world’s first AI-powered traditional medicine library India has achieved a historic milestone by launching the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL), becoming the first country in the world to digitize its vast traditional medicine systems using artificial intelligence. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant step in protecting, studying, and modernizing ancient health practices such as Ayurveda and Unani for contemporary use. The project, supported by the Government of India and endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO), demonstrates how advanced technology can breathe new life into centuries-old knowledge. Preserving ancient wisdom and preventing exploitation India’s traditional medicine heritage, rooted…

UAE permits visitors from 50 countries to drive with their own licenses The UAE Ministry of Interior has announced that visitors from over 50 countries can now legally drive in the UAE using their national driving licenses, without the need for additional theoretical or practical testing. This benefit applies strictly to non-residents visiting the UAE. For residents, the ministry has outlined a streamlined process to exchange their foreign driving licenses for UAE-issued licenses. In a recent social media post, the ministry detailed six conditions under which eligible foreign driving licenses can be exchanged for UAE licenses upon obtaining residency. Driving…

NHAI pilots glass bead layer technology on NH-44 The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has commenced trials of a new road maintenance method using glass bead layers on the Chennai-Bengaluru Highway (NH-44). The trial is being conducted between the Walajah toll gate in Ranipet and Krishnagiri. This initiative aims to enhance road durability and reduce accidents along this busy stretch. Currently, the 148-km section between Krishnagiri and Walajapet, maintained by Larsen & Toubro under a 30-year agreement with NHAI, undergoes a full makeover every decade, with regular maintenance such as patchwork scheduled every six months. “The trial of the…

India’s electronics industry raises red flag over China’s actions India’s electronics sector has raised concerns over what it describes as “informal trade restrictions” imposed by China, warning that such measures could cripple the nation’s global competitiveness and threaten its ambitious $32 billion smartphone export target for this fiscal year. According to a report in The Economic Times, industry leaders see these actions as a deliberate attempt to undermine India’s growing prominence as a global manufacturing hub. ICEA’s urgent appeal to the government In a letter to the government, the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA)—representing major industry players such as Apple,…

The Adani Group has unveiled an ambitious plan to invest nearly ₹96,000 crore in its airport division over the next five years. The focus will be on infrastructure and real estate development, with substantial allocations for the Navi Mumbai and Mumbai airports. Jeet Adani, Head of the Adani Group’s airport business, told The Times of India that the company is prioritizing domestic growth opportunities and currently has no immediate plans for global expansion. Highlighting India’s vast growth potential, he emphasized strategic partnerships with major carriers like IndiGo and Air India to align infrastructure upgrades with airline expansion. Adani Airports, which operates seven…

Nik Jhangiani: Diageo’s New CEO Leading the Turnaround Nik Jhangiani has officially taken over as CEO of Diageo, the world’s largest spirits maker, succeeding Debra Crew after her two-year term. Jhangiani previously served as Diageo’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) before being appointed to the top role. Diageo, known for iconic brands like Johnnie Walker whiskey and Guinness beer, is aiming for a strategic revival under Jhangiani’s leadership. Who is Nik Jhangiani? Jhangiani is a 1988 graduate of Rutgers Business School, Newark, New Jersey, and a certified public accountant in the state of New York. He has held senior finance leadership…

India’s Shubhanshu Shukla successfully undocked from the International Space Station, along with the Axiom-4 crew. The splashdown on July 15th was after a 22.5 hour long journey. Shukla has become the inspiration to various other aspiring astronauts who aim to one day work in ISRO or any other international space agencies. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is India’s national space agency, with its headquarters in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It is currently headed by V.Narayanan as the Chairman of the organisation. While the ISRO astronauts’ salaries vary based on experience and position, it generally ranges from Rs 12 to 20 lakh…

Renee Noronha became the youngest Indian female Ironman at 19 after completing the Ironman triathlon in Hamburg, Germany. She completed the triathlon in 14 hours out of the total 17 hours, which is two and a half hours less than her previous time at the Ironman New Zealand. She achieved this while balancing her education at IIT Madras. Renee didn’t start off with triathlons. She was a professional artistic gymnast from the ages of six to sixteen. She started her triathlon journey after competing in the Ironman Kids in Goa at 16, finishing first in her age group. She later…

While many travellers today use smart gadgets like AirTags to track their luggage, desi families are sticking to a colourful and low-cost trick — tying bright ribbons to their bags. This simple idea recently gained attention after a funny airport video by dermatologist Dr Faraz Ali went viral online. A Traditional Method That Still Works In his video, Dr Faraz Ali showed how many suitcases had bright pink ribbons tied to them. He jokingly called them “DesiTags” and said, “The more colourful, the better.” His video quickly became popular among Indian travellers who found the scene very relatable. Unlike AirTags,…