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A missed call for China is a loud wake-up call for desi companies
Indian smartphone brands Lava and Ai+ are gaining market share as Chinese rivals retreat amid soaring memory chip prices and shrinking demand. Domestic brands captured 7% of shipments in the September quarter, their highest share in nearly eight years. Government incentives and India's manufacturing expansion offer a boost, but technology, distribution, after-sales service and customer loyalty remain critical to sustained growth.
Vivo V80 review: A capable camera phone, but does it justify its Rs 62,999 price tag?
Vivo's latest launch, the V80, is tailored for both photography lovers and general smartphone users, boasting a robust design, extended battery life, and a stunning AMOLED display ideal for media consumption. However, while it handles daily operations adequately, we would have preferred a more powerful processor
Will analysts' predictions go wrong? 15 auto stocks with upside potential of up to 50% to as low as negative 1%
For anyone trying to figure out where the economy is headed in the next six months, the numbers to watch will come from auto showrooms. The auto sector has, for long, provided the earliest indications of the health of the economy. And the sales numbers it puts out ahead of the festive weeks are where the correlation is best seen. So, keep a close watch on the auto pack.
Defence stocks: Time to change strategy in a bearish market? An ecosystem with down and upside potential of -39% to plus 37%
The current fall is both at the level of the indices and the broader market. And when the selling is this broad, almost every sector is affected. But they do not all feel it equally, and it is worth knowing why every sector behaves differently at different points of time. Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, is a comprehensive report that evaluates five key components of 4,000+ listed stocks – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardised scores. The simple average of the above-mentioned five component ratings is normally distributed to reach an average score.
AI major cybersecurity challenge, but also offers tools for defenders: Thales Chairman
Artificial Intelligence has significantly changed the speed and nature of cyberattacks, creating challenges for cybersecurity. Companies now face threats not only from cybercriminals but also from state actors targeting critical systems. Thales executives emphasized the need for integrated cybersecurity strategies to address growing complexities and vulnerabilities. New AI-powered solutions and partnerships aim to enhance protection against evolving cyber threats effectively.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE review: Good phone, tougher proposition
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE offers a premium design, strong display, capable cameras, solid performance and long-term software support, but its ₹79,999 price makes the Fan Edition proposition tougher to justify. While it remains a capable all-rounder, the higher cost and limited configuration may make it less appealing to enthusiasts looking for flagship-level value.
L&T’s chip arm unveils 40 products, debuts first silicon carbide chip for EVs and power systems at SEMICON India 2026
LTSCT unveiled 40 products at SEMICON India 2026, showcasing its new silicon carbide platform for the first time. The company also presented its first fully designed-in-India BLDC motor controller. These innovations span secure identity, surveillance, and power electronics applications. The new products aim to support India's growing semiconductor ecosystem and technological sovereignty.
DRDO develops GaN chip: Meet Dr Meena Mishra, scientist behind the technology that was denied by other countries and why it matters for Indian defence platforms
Dr Meena Mishra, director of DRDO’s Solid State Physics Laboratory, has led work on indigenous Gallium Nitride-based Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit technology for high-frequency defence systems. The technology can support radars, electronic warfare, communications and unmanned platforms. A 3.5 mm x 3 mm indigenous GaN chip can deliver up to 30 watts of power and operate at speeds the ministry says are 300 times faster than silicon.
Karamtara Engineering raises Rs 262 crore from anchor investors ahead of IPO. HDFC MF among top buyers
Karamtara Engineering secured Rs 262.50 crore from anchor investors before its upcoming IPO. The company allocated over one crore shares at the IPO's upper price band. Domestic mutual funds and insurance companies participated in the anchor book. Karamtara Engineering's IPO opens for subscription on September 9 and closes on September 11. The company manufactures solar module mounting structures and transmission line towers.
India cannot build its digital economy on ‘borrowed trust’: QNu Labs CEO Sunil Gupta
India must build sovereign digital trust layers for its expanding digital economy. The nation is transitioning to quantum-safe security, moving from policy to planning. Banks are assessing their cryptographic inventory and identifying vulnerable systems. This quantum-security push is driven by both quantum risks and AI-enabled attacks.
In 1984, Challenger captured the failing SolarMax satellite; astronauts spent nearly seven hours repairing it before sending the observatory back to work
In 1984, a groundbreaking space mission adeptly salvaged the nearly inoperative SolarMax satellite. Astronauts successfully captured and repaired it after an earlier attempt fell short. This innovative mission laid the groundwork for contemporary orbital servicing techniques and inspired future endeavors in space telescope maintenance. Today's commercial satellite servicing entities consider this remarkable repair as the cornerstone of their industry.
Centre aims to cut foreign reliance in key power systems by 2029
India is drawing up a roadmap to develop indigenous software and hardware for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems used to monitor and control the power network, as it seeks to eliminate dependence on foreign technology in critical electricity infrastructure. The CEA has proposed developing most software and hardware modules by 2028-29, backed by pilot projects, a dedicated testing ecosystem and government funding.
Next-gen silicon wave could see India leapfrog global chip giants: Experts
India’s late entry into semiconductor manufacturing could help it catch up as the industry enters a new phase driven by silicon photonics, post-quantum security and neuromorphic computing. Experts said these emerging technologies could help new entrants leapfrog established players, as AI infrastructure faces pressures on computing power, bandwidth, energy consumption and security.
Indian semicon consortium bags deal for 5 lakh indigenous cameras
A nine-member Indian consortium led by Kaynes Semicon will supply over 500,000 fully indigenous dash and surveillance cameras by March 2026. With partners like NXP and CDAC, the project aims to localise over 50% of vision hardware by 2026, rising to 90% by 2030, reducing import dependence.
ESIC completes IT upgrade to provide seamless services
ESIC completed an IT system upgrade to enhance online services for its stakeholders. The upgrade, costing Rs 312 crore, includes improvements in registration, contribution deposits, and appointment bookings, contributing to 177% growth in online bookings from 2023 to 2024. The Dhanwantari system’s adoption has also increased by 40%.
Revised IT hardware PLI scheme: Govt gets 58 applications
The deadline for the revised PLI scheme was extended for the second time in July, after stakeholders sought more time to file the paperwork. The revised scheme has a financial outlay of ₹17,000 crore, more than doubling the incentives given in the previous version of the scheme.
No person-to-person transactions via FASTags, NCPI clarifies on fraud claim videos
"NETC FASTag operates only for person-to-merchant (P2M) transactions. No person-to-person (P2P) transactions are facilitated through NETC FASTag network. "This means an individual cannot receive the money in NETC FASTag ecosystem from fraudulent transactions," NPCI clarified.
Cyber security firms DigiCert, Gemalto and ISARA partner to ensure a secure future for IoT
DigiCert already works with many companies and consortiums using PKI to authenticate, encrypt and provide integrity for their connected devices.
Pak continuing to train terror outfits: Union Home Ministry
The presence of terror camps in Pakistan continues to haunt the security establishment in India, which still feels that ISI-sponsored outfits like JeM, LeT and Al-Badr are responsible for carrying out terrorist attacks in different parts of the country.
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