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17 Jan

CGC University Mohali Hosts Bharat AI: Pioneering The Future Of Inclusive, Responsible, And Impact-Led Artificial Intelligence

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New Delhi [India], January 17: In a dazzling celebration of innovation, intellect, and enterprise, CGC University, Mohali proudly hosted Bharat AI: Driving Inclusive, Responsible & Impact-Led Artificial Intelligence, the official pre-summit of the India–AI Impact Summit 2026, on the auspicious occasion of National Startup Day. Sanctioned and recognized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), this landmark event reinforced the University’s position as a beacon of technological advancement, visionary thinking, and research excellence. The summit unfolded through a thoughtfully curated mix of a Keynote Address, Panel Discussion, Fireside Chat, and an Interactive Workshop, all anchored in the themes…

17 Jan

2026 Gegeneophis valmiki Discovery: Rare Amphibian Unearthed in India

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Don’t expect flashy colours or big eyes. Gegeneophis valmiki is a blind caecilian, a rare amphibian that spends nearly its entire life underground. Its eyes are buried beneath bone. Its appearance? Earthworm-like. Its behaviour? Mostly subterranean. “This group of animals is incredibly difficult to study,” says K. P. Dinesh of the Zoological Survey of India. “They look so much like earthworms that even trained eyes might miss them.” Despite being hidden, Gegeneophis valmiki plays a vital role in ecosystem balance. It aerates soil, recycles nutrients, and maintains forest floors, quietly supporting life while larger creatures take the spotlight. Gegeneophis valmiki…

17 Jan

Finally, Some Mercy for Your Memories: Google Photos Learns to Slow Down (And Clean Up Its Own Mess)

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 17: There’s something oddly poetic about Google Photos finally listening to its users. Not poetic in the grand, cinematic sense — more like a weary sigh of relief. After years of quietly hoarding our memories, sorting our lives into neat little timelines, and occasionally gaslighting us with “On This Day” reminders we didn’t emotionally consent to, Google Photos is reportedly preparing to roll out two features people have been asking for since… well, since smartphones learned how to record video. Video playback speed controls.Cleaner, less chaotic date separators. No fireworks. No rebrand. Just the digital equivalent…

17 Jan

Anthology ‘When Gods Don’t Matter’ unveiled at the Jaipur LitFest 2026 by culturist Sundeep Bhutoria

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Swati Vashishtha, Sundeep Bhutoria, Jagdeep Singh (author), Namita Gokhale and Sanjoy K Roy formally unveiling an anthology ‘When Gods Don’t Matter’ at the Jaipur LitFest 2026 Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], January 17: A deeply reflective and intellectually stimulating session titled “When Gods Don’t Matter” captivated audiences at the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) 2026 at the AAF Bagaan venue. The session marked the unveiling of poet and PR professional Jagdeep Singh’s latest poetry anthology, When Gods Don’t Matter. Jagdeep Singh was in conversation with senior journalist and writer Swati Vashishtha, as they explored the philosophical, emotional, and existential layers of his poetry. The book was formally unveiled by author and…

17 Jan

PM Vishwakarma Haat 2026 Signals a Bold Push for Indian Crafts

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New Delhi [India], January 17: India’s growth story is not only built in factories and offices. From January 18 to 31, it takes shape in wood, metal, fabric and clay at PM Vishwakarma Haat 2026 in New Delhi. The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises is organising PM Vishwakarma Haat 2026 at Dilli Haat, INA, turning the capital’s cultural hub into a living map of India’s traditional skills. Open daily from 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM, the exhibition is dedicated exclusively to artisans and craftspeople covered under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme. The event will be inaugurated by Union Minister…

17 Jan

Bitcoin Meets Its Future Enemy — And Decides To Prepare Anyway

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There’s a certain irony in watching a technology built on distrust quietly plan for a threat that doesn’t fully exist yet. Bitcoin, the original anti-establishment asset, has always prided itself on being resilient — immune to central banks, political whims, and conventional financial decay. Now, it’s squaring up to something far more existential: quantum computing. And instead of pretending it’s a distant sci-fi problem, a newly launched quantum-resistant Bitcoin testnet is doing what it does best — preparing quietly, methodically, and with just enough paranoia to stay relevant. This isn’t a dramatic pivot or a sudden panic response. It’s a…

17 Jan

ASEAN: India Digital Cooperation Powers Regional Growth in Its 6th Year of Collaboration

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New Delhi [India], January 17: The collaborations and partnerships seem to be on their knees in this new era of technology due to their ability to innovate. This was evident through the 6th ASEAN-India Digital Ministers’ Meeting on January 16, 2026, which was conducted online but with India and member countries in ASEAN refocusing on this critical aspect. The meet was titled Adaptive ASEAN: From Connectivity to Connected Intelligence, but it was much more than that: it marked the inception of ASEAN’s future, and India was leading this. Enhancing Dynamic Relationships in the Digital Age Telecom and digital ministers of…

17 Jan

The Memory Shortage Nobody Warned Consumers About Is Finally Here

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 17: There’s a quiet irony unfolding inside the global tech supply chain. Just as consumers are told that artificial intelligence will make life smoother, faster, and cheaper, the physical components powering that intelligence are doing the opposite — tightening supply, inflating prices, and forcing uncomfortable trade-offs. Memory chips, once the most predictable line item in consumer electronics, are suddenly the bottleneck nobody wants to headline. As 2026 approaches, analysts are no longer whispering about shortages; they’re issuing polite warnings dressed up as forecasts. The reality is less polite. High-bandwidth memory (HBM) is being vacuumed into data…

17 Jan

Indian Institute of Creative Skills Partners with All India Game Developers Forum to Boost Gaming and Interactive Media Skill Development in India

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Pooja Arora (COO, MESC), Roland Landers, Chair, All India Game Developers Forum (AIGDF), Shankar Mahadevan (renowned Musician & Chairman MESC, Mohit Soni, CEO MESC New Delhi [India], January 16: The Indian Institute of Creative Skills (IICS), under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and the Media & Entertainment Skills Council (MESC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the All India Game Developers Forum (AIGDF) to strengthen skill development, training, and career pathways in the gaming and interactive entertainment sector. This strategic collaboration aims to create a strong talent pipeline for India’s rapidly growing gaming ecosystem by aligning industry…

17 Jan

A Day in the Life of a Himalayan School Student Reflects the Changing Face of Online Schooling in India

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New Delhi [India], January 17: As online schooling steadily becomes a mainstream choice for Indian families, the daily academic routine of students is undergoing a visible transformation. At The Himalayan School, a structured online K–12 institution, a typical school day offers insight into how digital education is evolving beyond basic screen-based learning into a balanced, student-centric model. For parents exploring online schools in India or comparing various online school programs, understanding how a day unfolds for a student provides a clearer picture than curriculum descriptions alone. Structured Mornings Without the Rush A Himalayan School student begins the day without the familiar…