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Karnataka's high intra-state disparity shackling broader human development

Karnataka's rapid growth since 1991 hasn't translated into broader human development. It is time for a policy reset

Khetika bets big on clean-label food chain, looks to expand to 40 cities

The company has raised $18 million to expand tech-enabled farming platform that connects smallholders directly to consumers seeking chemical-free staples

Xiaomi 16 series may skip Leica cameras for in-house imaging tech: Report

Xiaomi is reportedly ending its Leica partnership to cut licensing costs and invest in upgraded sensors, better image processing, and in-house colour tuning

iOS 26 public beta to release this month: Eligible models, how to try, more

Apple is set to release the iOS 26 public beta later this month, bringing its new Liquid Glass design and Apple Intelligence features to eligible iPhones for early testing

WhatsApp tests threaded message replies feature on Android, iOS: What is it

Reportedly, WhatsApp is working on a feature to group replies into message threads, aiming to make chats easier to follow especially in active group conversations

Partnerships that companies need for successful digital transformation

Palo Alto's 2025 State of GenAI report provides an in-depth look into how enterprises are adopting GenAI and where they remain most vulnerable

Collaborative robotics to drive greater societal impact: Amazon's Brady

Amazon sees a future centred around 'collaborative robotics' where machines are geared to amplify human capability and potential, rather than replace them, according to Tye Brady, chief technologist at the e-commerce giant's robotics unit. Amazon, which recently deployed one-millionth robot in its global operations and introduced 'DeepFleet', an AI technology to optimally coordinate movement of robots across fulfilment network (its intelligent warehouses), asserts that robotics will play a key role in building more capable societies. The company has grown from deploying a single robot type that moved inventory shelves across warehouse floors in 2012, to operating a diverse fleet of robots aimed at boosting operational efficiency. Amazon's lineup of robots includes 'Hercules', which can lift and move up to 1,250 pounds of inventory, 'Pegasus' robots that use precision conveyor belts to handle individual packages, and 'Proteus'. 'Proteus', in fact, is a fully autonomous mobile robot,

India allocates additional ₹10,000 crore to support deep tech sector

The additional tranche part of Fund of Funds scheme to promote innovation, absorption of newer technologies and the deployment of newer tech in contemporary fields

Google to cut down battery capacity, charging speed of Pixel 6a: Here's why

Google is releasing a mandatory software update for Pixel 6a smartphones, which will negatively affect their battery back-up and charging speed to mitigate overheating issues

Apple reportedly planning low-cost MacBook with iPhone chip: What to expect

Apple may launch a cheaper MacBook in 2026 with an A18 Pro chip and 13-inch screen, aiming to boost shipments to match its Covid-19 peak sale

Despite slowdown, India ranks third in global tech startup funding: Tracxn

India raised $4.8 billion in tech startup funding in H1 2025, down from H1 and H2 2024, but retained its third global position behind the US and UK, says Tracxn

ASUS TUF F16, ROG Strix G16 laptops with Nvidia RTX 5050 launched: Details

ASUS launches the TUF F16 at Rs 1,24,990, refreshed and new ROG Strix G16 models at Rs 1,44,990 and Rs 1,59,990 in India, respectively. All three models are now available for purchase

Apple iCloud back online after hours long outage hits Mail, Photos and more

Apple has resolved a temporary outage that disrupted key iCloud services including Mail, Photos, Find My, and file access for several users globally

Google adds AI tools to Chromebook Plus devices with new update: Details

Chromebook Plus devices now get integrated AI tools like Text Capture, Help Me Read, and Quick Insert with the latest ChromeOS update

Nasscom aims to turn India into a product nation: Sindhu Gangadharan

Tariffs are not impacting our industry directly in the sense that they impact goods and services, says Gangadharan

Explained: India's 1-km quantum leap that makes eavesdropping impossible

India's quantum leap in communication: A big entry into an era where hacking alters the message and instantly alerts both sender and receiver - securing every transmission by design

TCS, Salling Group partner for IT transformation, AI-based cloud migration

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Monday said it has entered a long-term strategic partnership with Denmark's largest retailer, Salling Group, to support its digital transformation and AI-enabled cloud migration. The collaboration will cover Salling Group's 2,100 stores and 68,000 employees across Denmark, Poland, Germany, Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia, including brands such as toy store chain BR, franchise quick-service restaurants Carl's Jr. and Starbucks, grocers ftex, Bilka, Netto, and RIMI Baltic, according to a company statement. "TCS will help the Salling Group's cloud adoption journey and subsequently stabilise the operations with the aim of driving more agility, scalability, and sustainability. "Additionally, TCS will support the retail group's digital transformation, focusing on enhancing the e-commerce platform to be more responsive to the evolving consumer demands," it said. TCS will deploy its AI-enabled cloud operations solution, Cloud Exponence, to deliver smart .

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i launched with Intel Core Ultra, RTX 5090 GPU in India

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 2025 debuts in India with Intel Core Ultra 9 HX CPU and up to RTX 5090 GPU; starts at Rs 2,39,990

iPadOS 26 developer beta rolls out: Check eligible iPads, release timeline

Apple begins rolling out iPadOS 26 developer beta with new Liquid Glass UI, advanced multitasking tools, and Mac-style enhancements - check eligible iPads

WWDC25: Apple further narrows gap between iPads and Macs with iPadOS 26

WWDC25: With iPadOS 26, Apple brings an all-new windowing system, Mac-style menu bar, and enhanced file management-marking its most desktop-like iPad experience yet