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IIT Kharagpur becomes first IIT to offer NMC-accredited postgraduate medical degrees
IIT Kharagpur is set to become the first IIT to offer postgraduate medical degree programmes. The inaugural cohort of MD students will begin in the academic session 2026-27 at the Dr B C Roy Multi-Speciality Medical Research Centre. Admissions will be conducted through the NEET-PG online counselling process for qualified candidates. Six MD disciplines will be offered, each with two available seats.
ReNew bets Rs 80,000 cr on Andhra Pradesh’s green data centre, clean energy push
ReNew Energy Global Plc will make significant investments in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on clean energy and digital infrastructure. The company plans to establish a 1 GW green hyperscale data centre in Anakapalli and develop polysilicon manufacturing facilities. Additionally, it aims to set up a permanent magnet manufacturing facility in Rambilli, increasing domestic manufacturing capabilities. ReNew will also collaborate with the Andhra Pradesh government on technical skilling initiatives.
Piyush Goyal pitches India as safe investment haven amid global turmoil, highlights $85 trillion market access
Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted India's commitment to global investors through stable policies and fair laws. He emphasized that India has signed trade agreements benefitting nearly $70 trillion of global GDP, expanding market access for its goods and services. Goyal assured investors about intellectual property protection, underlining that technology is not appropriated. He noted India's reliability demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic by supplying essential goods to over 100 countries.
India's innovation journey begins in classrooms: Narayana Murthy
Advocating for transformative educational reforms, NR Narayana Murthy suggested a nationwide program to prepare 500,000 teachers annually by engaging retired STEM professionals. He stressed that enhancing educational quality is vital for India's goal of a $5-trillion economy. With an estimated budget of $20 billion over 20 years, the initiative seeks to improve teacher welfare and develop critical thinking skills in the nation's classrooms.
ET AI Awards 2027 are here: Discover if your AI innovation is ready for the spotlight of a national stage!
Celebrating the future of technology, the ET AI Awards 2027 acknowledges key innovations and leadership in AI from various industries in India. With an impressive array of over 40 categories, these awards emphasize the importance of AI developments by startups, SMEs, and large enterprises, offering a valuable stage for recognizing their contributions to the AI ecosystem.
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5 reasons why your product should be nominated for the ET Product of the Year Awards 2026
India's product landscape is rapidly transforming, driven by innovative solutions and upgraded offerings that cater to consumer demands. The ET Product of the Year Awards 2026 aims to shine a spotlight on products that have significantly impacted the market, emphasizing their success, user adoption, and overall customer value. Businesses are invited to submit nominations for products that debuted or evolved during the designated period to celebrate their accomplishments.
17-year-old Indian chess player faces US visa delays, Rs 50 lakh debt and scholarship uncertainty despite two GM norms
Indian chess prodigy Md Imran is caught in a frustrating situation as US visa delays threaten his scholarship. Following the loss of his passport during a tournament in Slovakia, he has encountered numerous visa application challenges. Despite his remarkable achievements in chess, this predicament has heightened his stress and adversely impacted his gameplay.
NeST Group, Cochin Shipyard unveil indigenous hybrid laser arc welding technology
SFO Technologies and Cochin Shipyard Ltd have introduced an indigenous Hybrid Laser Arc Welding technology. This development combines various advanced manufacturing techniques and aims to enhance efficiency in multiple industries. The Advanced Laser Engineering Centre in Kochi will support research and commercialization of these technologies. By utilizing in-house developed high-power fibre lasers, India reduces its reliance on imports.
IED blast damages retaining wall along highway in Nagaland's Kohima, no casualties reported
An IED blast occurred near Khuzama village along a highway in Kohima district of Nagaland. The explosion happened around 7.30 am on Wednesday morning, damaging a retaining wall without causing any casualties. Police and security forces quickly responded to the area to investigate the incident further. Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio condemned the blast, emphasizing the need for peace and harmony.
Army transformation goes beyond modern equipment and restructuring: General Dhiraj Seth
The COAS delivered an address on "Vision for Future Warfighting in the Indian Subcontinent" at the Mechanised Forces Symposium 2026, held at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. The two-day symposium, organised by the Cavalry Officers' Association in collaboration with the Directorate General of Mechanised Forces, brings together senior serving officers, veterans, defence scientists, industry representatives and strategic thinkers to deliberate on the changing character of warfare.
UK-based Tide to invest 250 million pounds in India in next four years
Tide, a UK-based financial platform, will invest 250 million pounds in India by 2030 to enhance operations. The investment focuses on technology centers supporting global business, particularly in the UK and Europe. Tide's significant presence in India includes approximately 800 employees, although it will exit the member-facing business, affecting around 400 employees. The decision follows a strategic review indicating profitability challenges in the Indian market.
AI innovation in sports: Technology driving the next phase of sports development
Artificial intelligence is creating new opportunities across the sports ecosystem, from performance analysis and sports administration to technology development and wider participation. The ET AI Awards 2027 recognises organisations, technology providers and initiatives advancing the application of AI in sports through its AI Innovation in Sports category.
US-China AI race could face financial setbacks, mass layoffs over next three years: Report
The report highlighted, the global artificial intelligence (AI) race is increasingly becoming a contest between China's state-led approach and the US market-driven model.
Norway reins in data centre industry amid AI boom
Norway produces more power than it consumes and is a net exporter, but recent projections show that demand from new data centres could lead to an energy deficit and rising electricity prices in the coming years.
Surat student wins prize for tool that predicts groundwater
A Surat school student has won a national innovation challenge for developing JALAAKAR, a machine-learning project that estimates groundwater availability using borewell records, rainfall and soil data. Nine other projects were also recognised for innovations in water safety, cybersecurity, road safety, hazardous-environment protection and assistive technology.
Anthropic buys power for AI data centres in $3.4b deal: Report
Anthropic PBC has recently agreed to pay $3.4 billion for gas-fired generators from OnePWR Solutions. This purchase secures 1.7 gigawatts of generator commitments intended for their data centers. Initially, Anthropic planned to procure power from OnePWR but later chose to take over Caterpillar Inc. generator orders. This deal highlights AI labs increasingly engaging directly with energy suppliers for necessary equipment.
Anthropic strikes $3.4bn deal to generate gas-fired power for data centres: Report
The AI startup bought commitments for 1.7 gigawatts of heavy-duty generators for $3.4 billion in late September from OnePWR Solutions, a San Antonio, Texas-based equipment supplier, the report said.
Equinix seeking land for India data centres: CEO
The world’s largest data centre operator by footprint, valued at nearly $100 billion, has invested $365 million in India and sees significant opportunities in AI inference, the process of using trained models to generate responses and run business applications. Such workloads require proximity to enterprise data, users and networks.
Activists breach Microsoft data centre construction site as protests spread in Europe
Activist groups have announced actions in 16 countries on Friday and Saturday, according to the "Stop Dirty Data Centres" coalition, which is rallying environmental groups and digital rights campaigns behind calls to pause large-scale construction.
Bayer signs MoU with Karnataka government for ₹200 crore manufactuing facility near Bengaluru
Bayer Science and Innovation signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Karnataka government to establish a manufacturing facility. The investment is worth ₹200 crore and is expected to create around 220 jobs. The agreement was signed in the presence of Large and Medium Industries Minister M. B. Patil. Bayer intends to break ground before the Global Investor's Meet scheduled for April 2027.
The man behind Lord’s Mark: Dr. Sachidanand Upadhyay features in TIME Magazine for the third consecutive year
Dr. Sachidanand Upadhyay has gained recognition from TIME Magazine for his remarkable contributions to technology and innovation. Lord’s Mark Industries Limited is spearheading key projects in healthcare, defence, and sustainability. With critical product registrations achieved, the company is poised for international growth. Upadhyay envisions transforming India into a prominent technology and manufacturing hub, emphasizing the importance of homegrown innovation in the global marketplace.
West Bengal's new investment policy wins industry praise for jobs, innovation and ease of doing business
Mehul Mohanka, Chairman, CII Eastern Region said, "The policy is a progressive and forward-looking framework that reinforces the State’s commitment to industrial growth and advanced manufacturing and sends a strong signal to investors.”
Google unveils $15 billion data centre investment in Malaysia
Google announced plans on Wednesday to invest $15 billion in Malaysia over the next two years to build data centres and other infrastructure as demand booms for artificial intelligence services. It said the $15 billion investment will be made "over the next two years (2027 to 2028)", expanding on a $2 billion investment announced in 2024.
Australia data centre inquiry finds inadequate checks, stops short of moratorium
An inquiry into data centres by Australia's most populous state found approvals failed to consider the cumulative effect on resources and infrastructure but stopped short of calling for a moratorium, prompting a blistering rebuke from its chair.
Unilever announces €35 million investment for R&D expansion in India’s Mumbai and Bengaluru hubs
Unilever announced a plan to invest an additional €35 million in its Indian research and development operations. The investment aims to enhance product innovation and biotechnology capabilities at its Mumbai and Bengaluru centers. Unilever has already invested €20 million over the past five years towards developing various research facilities in India.
India's payments authority NPCI forms unit to push into AI, blockchain tech
The National Payments Corporation of India has created a technology subsidiary known as NPCI Tech Solutions Limited. This new unit will focus on advancements in AI, blockchain, and digital financial infrastructure. Vishal Kanvaty has been appointed as the managing director and CEO of the subsidiary. NTSL aims to enhance capabilities beyond NPCI's core payments responsibilities. The initiative highlights India's commitment to developing its banking and financial services technology landscape.
India's payments authority NPCI forms unit to push into AI, blockchain tech
The payments authority's chief technology officer Vishal Kanvaty, who has been associated with NPCI for nearly a decade, has been appointed the managing director and CEO of NTSL, it said.
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