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MIT scientists scanned a larval zebrafish brain 200 times per second; ultraviolet light triggered electrical activity that spread across its brain
A groundbreaking microscope developed by MIT enables ultra-fast imaging of neuronal activity in zebrafish brains, achieving scans at an impressive 200 frames per second. Although only 25% of neurons have shown responses thus far, this represents a pivotal stride in neuroscience. Researchers aspire to leverage this technology for insights into neuron interactions within networks, potentially broadening its application to more sophisticated animal models in future investigations.
US awards $21 billion missile contract to RTX’s Raytheon as it looks to replenish stocks amid ongoing conflict with Iran
The US has moved to significantly increase production of AMRAAM missiles after awarding Raytheon a multiyear agreement valued at $20.7 billion. The weapon is used by fighter jets for air-to-air engagements and by NASAMS for ground-based air defence. The planned expansion includes higher annual output, but the full contract value remains dependent on funding from Congress.
Quote of the day by Mark Zuckerberg: ‘Give everyone a voice and give people power, the system usually ends up…’ – Facebook founder on why technology should empower people
Mark Zuckerberg envisions a world where technology serves as a catalyst for individual empowerment and equitable power distribution. Through his creation, Facebook, now Meta, he has successfully interconnected billions worldwide. Meta also oversees platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram, signaling a commitment to innovation. Together with his wife, Priscilla Chan, he founded the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative.
Indian Oil selects Hughes Communications India for managed network services
The HughesON™ Managed SD-WAN solution will power IOCL’s retail automation and critical business processes, such as payment processing, daily price updates, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) software and network monitoring, with enterprise-grade connectivity, quality of service and 24x7 support throughout 28 states and seven union territories.
OneWeb, Hughes sign 6-year pact to provide satellite broadband services in India
OneWeb's most recent satellite launch on 27 December 2021 brought its total in-orbit satellites to 394, over 60 per cent of the planned 648 LEO satellite fleet.
Hughes, Airtel form new JV to distribute OneWeb satellite broadband services in India
Hughes will hold 67% in the new JV while Airtel will hold the balance 33% stake, a person with direct knowledge told ET. The new JV, he added, will also be the distributor of Bharti-backed OneWeb’s upcoming satellite broadband services in India from around May.
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Hughes, OneWeb ink pact for Low Earth Orbit satellite service in US, India
Hughes Network Systems, which focuses on satellite and multi-transport technologies and networks, and OneWeb, the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications company backed by Bharti, said that they have signed a distribution agreement in the US, for enterprise services.
OneWeb, Hughes ink pact to distribute satellite services in India, US
Services will be offered by Hughes Network Systems, LLC, and its Indian arm Hughes Communications India Pvt Ltd respectively, the companies said in a joint media statement.
Bharti-backed OneWeb launches another 36 LEO satellites from Russian cosmodrome
The latest satellites launch comes just a month after Bharti-backed OneWeb announced plans to raise $550 million (Rs 4,103 crore) by selling a 24% stake to Eutelsat Communications, bringing its total funding to $1.9 billion and taking it closer to launching a first-generation fleet of 648 satellites next year.
NCLT clears merger of Airtel-Hughes VSAT satellite operations
The NCLT-Delhi’s principal bench has “subject to the applicable sectoral approvals, sanctioned the composite scheme of arrangement between Bharti Airtel, Bharti Airtel Services, HCIL and HCIL Comtel and their respective shareholders and creditors under Sections 230 to 232 of the Companies Act, 2013,” Bharti Airtel said in a regulatory filing on BSE Thursday.
OneWeb secures $260 million more from Softbank, Hughes Network
“The capital raised to date positions the company to be fully funded for its first-generation satellite fleet, totaling 648 satellites, by the end of 2022,” a statement released by OneWeb said on Friday.
Government selects Hughes India to connect remotely located panchayats with satellite broadband
The 5,000-gram panchayats are located in north-eastern states, including Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, and the Galwan Valley in Eastern Ladakh as well as in Andaman and Nicobar and Lakshadweep that lack terrestrial connectivity, such as fiber or cable, Hughes said in a statement on Tuesday.
Hughes to invest $50 milion in Bharti-UK govt consortium for OneWeb
Hughes has agreed in-principle to invest $50 million in the consortium, and will also continue as a trusted technology and distribution partner to OneWeb.
Hughes Network will clear AGR dues, won’t shut shop
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has estimated Hughes’ AGR dues at around $84 million (Rs 600 crore). People aware of developments said Hughes has concluded self-assessments of its dues — which could peg liabilities at lower than government estimates — and is hopeful of resolving the matter with the telecom department shortly.
US firm Hughes fears closure over unpaid fees, banking services across India could be hit
The company provides communication services to more than 30 public and private banks in India.
Hughes Communications India Ltd, Bharti Airtel to combine India VSAT business
HCIL is a subsidiary of broadband satellite networks and services provider Hughes Network Systems.
Hughes Communication India bags Rs 100 crore deal from Sterlite Tech
Indian Navy had awarded a Rs 3,500-crore contract to Sterlite Tech in February for designing, building and managing its communications network.
Hughes wants PMO help for speedy nod to FDI proposal
Hughes has approached the PMO since the Department of Space has not given necessary approvals to its wholly-owned Indian arm, Jupiter Satellite India Ltd, for more than two years.
Jio plans to use satellites for 4G services in remote areas
Jio is connecting more than 400 LTE sites which are beyond the reach of terrestrial backhaul services.
Hughes Communications becomes largest service provider with 59% market share
Hughes Communications India (HCIL) today said it has become the largest player in the industry with a market share of 59 per cent in 2014-15.
Satellite industry has to be opened up to succeed: Pranav Roach, President Hughes Network Systems India
India needs over 150 transponders in 2014 but there are only 67 transponders available.This demand will rise to over 200 by 2015.
Hughes Communications bags Rs 150-crore orders in first half of this fiscal
The Gurgaon-headquartered company has delivered about 78,000 VSATs (Very Small Aperture Terminal) for shared and private services.
Global tech companies bullish on India business potential
India would face telecommunication system stress, jamming of connections and strains on systems if it slows down any further upgrading of the entire network.
IBM, Infosys and AOL using TringMe, browser-based voice application by Yusuf Motiwala
Over 120 companies use TringMe. TringMe now handles over 42 million minutes of calls per month, and serves over 11 million users.
Hughes pips Bharti Airtel, Tatanet in race for satellite broadband deal
Hughes will deliver broadband connectivity to some 2500 locations in these states under the governnment's National e-Governance Plan.
Hughes Communications to offer satellite services to Rajasthan, Karnataka discoms
Hughes Communications India said it has bagged contracts from power distribution firms in Rajasthan and Karnataka to provide satellite services.
Ashutosh Garg: Despite venturing into an unknown field, Garg has expanded to 250 pharma stores in just 8 years
The day I figured I was spending only 10 days a month with my family, I knew I had to quit my job. It took me a year to convince myself before I decided to take the leap.
Hughes Communications to increase its satellite coverage in India
Hughes India hopes to use the combined strength of Hughes-EchoStar to tap opportunities in this space.
Hughes to deploy satellite network to connect SBI ATMs
IT services provider, Hughes Communications, has bagged a contract from State Bank of India to deploy its satellite network to connect the bank's ATMs.
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