In a stunning new development, NASA scientists have confirmed that the Curiosity rover has discovered the largest organic molecules ever found on the Martian surface. The groundbreaking analysis of an existing rock sample, “Cumberland,” within Curiosity’s onboard lab revealed the presence of decane, undecane, and dodecane – compounds with 10, 11, and 12 carbon atoms respectively. These molecules are believed ...

A research team from the International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Hyderabad, led by Prof. P. Krishna Reddy, in collaboration with scientists from Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU), has launched Version 2 of the Crop Darpan app—an AI-powered mobile tool designed to help farmers instantly diagnose crop health issues. The development of Crop Darpan is part of a ...

Microsoft has introduced its first quantum computing chip, “Majorana 1,” marking a significant milestone in its pursuit of practical quantum computing. The chip, unveiled on Wednesday, is built on a novel topological core architecture that Microsoft claims will enable quantum computers to solve industrial-scale problems within years rather than decades. Quantum computers are anticipated to tackle problems beyond the reach ...

  India’s electric vehicle (EV) fleet is projected to exceed 28 million units by 2030, significantly increasing demand for grid energy, according to the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA). With cumulative EV sales surpassing 4.1 million units in FY 2023-24, the sector’s growth is fueled by rising environmental awareness, advancements in battery technology, and expanded charging infrastructure. IESA estimates that ...

The U.S. decision to impose tariffs on semiconductors is unlikely to significantly impact India in the short term, as the country is not a major chip exporter to the U.S., industry experts said Thursday. With India already imposing zero import duties on semiconductors, the country faces no immediate trade retaliation concerns, said Ashok Chandak, president of the India Electronics and ...

Infosys posted a 4.7% rise in net profit for Q2 FY25, hitting Rs 6,506 crore, up from Rs 6,212 crore a year ago. Revenue grew 2.9% year-on-year, reaching Rs 40,986 crore. The company raised its full-year revenue growth forecast to 3.75-4.5% and announced a 16.7% interim dividend increase to Rs 21 per share, payable on November 8. Strong performance was ...

Fintech firm BharatPe Group announced its financial results for FY 2023-24 on Wednesday, revealing a consolidated EBITDA loss (before share-based payment expense) of Rs 209 crore for the fiscal year. While still in the red, the company has significantly narrowed its losses compared to the Rs 826 crore EBITDA loss it posted in FY 2022-23, signaling a positive shift in ...

L&T Technology Services Ltd (LTTS) posted a net profit of ₹320 crore for the second quarter of FY 2024-25, marking a 2% increase from ₹314 crore in the previous quarter. The IT services company’s performance was bolstered by steady growth in revenue and continued expansion in its core technology sectors. According to the company’s exchange filing, LTTS recorded revenues of ...

China has launched a cutting-edge underground laboratory in a bold bid to unravel the universe’s greatest mysteries. The China Jinping Underground Laboratory (CJPL), buried 2,400 meters beneath Sichuan province, is the world’s deepest underground research facility. Its depth shields sensitive experiments from cosmic rays, creating optimal conditions to explore elusive phenomena like dark matter and neutrinos. The lab’s primary focus ...

IBM has announced its acquisition of Bengaluru-based Prescinto, a leading provider of asset performance management (APM) software for the renewable energy sector. While the financial details were not disclosed, this strategic move aims to strengthen IBM’s Maximo Application Suite (MAS), a platform focused on asset lifecycle management. This acquisition will enhance IBM’s foothold in the rapidly growing energy and utilities ...

Global technology firm HCLTech on Monday announced a 10.5% year-on-year (YoY) rise in net profit, reaching Rs 4,235 crore for the July-September quarter of FY25. However, on a quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) basis, the net profit dipped slightly by 0.5%. The company’s revenue from operations surged to Rs 28,862 crore, marking an 8.2% increase compared to the same period last year, according ...

Shares of Ola Electric fell nearly 3% on Monday, marking the third straight session of decline, as the company faces scrutiny over its pricing practices. The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, has asked the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer to clarify recent price cuts on its S1 X 2 kWh electric scooter during a ...

Bain Capital has outbid rival KKR with a $4 billion offer to acquire Fuji Soft, a prominent Japanese software developer, setting the stage for a rare high-stakes showdown between two private equity giants. Bain’s bid, which values Fuji Soft at 9,450 yen per share, surpasses KKR’s offer by approximately 7%, igniting a fierce contest for control of the company. Bain ...

In a strategic move that underscores the intensifying competition in the artificial intelligence (AI) chip sector, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is set to unveil a new lineup of AI processors during an upcoming data center event in San Francisco. This announcement aims to strengthen AMD’s position as a formidable supplier of AI chips in a market that has been predominantly ...

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services and consulting, posted a net profit of ₹11,909 crore for the second quarter of the fiscal year, reflecting a 5% year-on-year increase. Despite a modest quarter-on-quarter decline of 1.1%, TCS’s results demonstrate the company’s resilience in navigating ongoing market challenges, particularly in the face of global economic uncertainty. Revenue for ...

Bengaluru, often celebrated as India’s technology capital, is once again proving why it leads the charge in innovation. In a recent social media post, Ananya Narang, CEO of Entourage and a prominent business influencer, shared her firsthand experience of staying at a hotel managed almost entirely by virtual staff. During her stay, Narang was surprised to find no traditional front ...

India’s space sector is set to receive a significant boost with the government earmarking Rs 1,000 crore for a venture fund dedicated to space startups. This decision, announced by Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh, is a clear indication of the high priority the government gives to the space sector. The announcement was made within the first 100 days of ...

Meta has taken a major leap in artificial intelligence by announcing its latest AI model, Movie Gen. This cutting-edge tool is designed to generate realistic video and audio clips based on user prompts, putting it in direct competition with leading media generation platforms like OpenAI and ElevenLabs. Movie Gen’s features go beyond just video creation. The AI can also produce ...

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has removed around 8,000 “celeb bait” scam ads as part of a new collaboration with Australian banks. These scams often use images of famous personalities, many of which are created by artificial intelligence, to deceive people into investing in fake schemes. Meta acted after receiving 102 reports since April from the Australian ...