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A Bain & Company report warns that meeting global AI compute demand by 2030 will require $2 trillion in new revenue, with power and funding shortages threatening technology adoption worldwide.

Samsung India announces festive offers on Galaxy smartphones starting 22 September 2025. Discounts include up to 42% off on Galaxy A, up to 30% on M and F series, and the Galaxy S24 Ultra at Rs 71,999, making premium tech more accessible.

Amazon India launches the Great Indian Festival 2025 with exclusive early access for Prime members starting 22 September. The sale offers up to 80% off electronics, smartphones, fashion, home essentials, fast delivery, and entertainment on Prime Video and MX Player.

Xiaomi India has launched its biggest Diwali sale, offering up to 60% discounts on smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, wearables, powerbanks, and home essentials. Available from 22 September on mi.com, Amazon, Flipkart, and retail partners nationwide.

Hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy raises the risk of mental health issues by over 50%, including post-partum depression, psychosis, and PTSD. Severe HG can cause metabolic disturbances, underlining the importance of mental health support and specialist care.

Apple’s iPhone 17 launch sparked long queues outside flagship stores in India, with fans praising availability and new features. At Apple BKC in Mumbai, elaborate installations and midnight buyers highlighted the excitement as the Pro and Air models debuted.

IBM and BharatGen have announced a strategic partnership to advance AI adoption in India by developing sovereign multimodal and Indic Large Language Models. The collaboration will focus on education, agriculture, healthcare, and governance, while prioritising underserved Indian languages and responsible AI practices.

Zoom launches AI Companion 3.0 at Zoomtopia 2025, featuring agentic AI for personalized assistance, task management, note-taking, and research. Custom AI agents and enhanced CX tools help businesses boost productivity and collaboration.

Researchers at IISc and affiliated centres have developed a flexible, water-based aluminium battery that offers a safer and more sustainable alternative to lithium-ion technology. The battery is capable of retaining over 96% capacity after 150 cycles and functioning under extreme bends.

Nikon India has partnered with the Youth India Programme to provide media training for students across schools and universities. The initiative, launched with GIIS, will offer workshops, media labs, and real-world projects to foster creativity, storytelling, and career readiness.

Samsung has launched the Galaxy A06 5G at a festive price of Rs 9,899, with EMI options starting at ₹909. The phone features a 50MP camera, 5000mAh battery, MediaTek D6300 processor, IP54 durability, and four years of software support.

At its second Business Summit in Mumbai, WhatsApp launched new tools including in-app payments, AI-powered customer support, centralized ad campaigns, and Status ads. The platform also showcased its role in public service delivery through government chatbots in multiple states.

The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) and Amazon India have launched #ScamSmartIndia, a nationwide campaign to combat online fraud. The initiative includes awareness drives, multilingual safety tips, and AI-powered solutions to safeguard consumers ahead of the festive season.

Hyderabad’s Sankarsh Chanda, founder of Stardour Aerospace, is building Lucas — India’s first orbital transfer vehicle. Funded through his stock market success, the startup recently tested a hydrogen-oxygen propulsion engine, with a maiden space mission planned for 2027

Researchers at Nagaland University have successfully simulated natural fractal patterns in the quantum realm, offering new pathways for developing quantum devices using non-crystalline materials. Their findings could advance quantum computing, nanoelectronics, and memory technologies under India's National Quantum Mission

Elon Musk’s Starlink suffered another major outage on Monday, affecting nearly 50,000 users across the US and some in Colombia. The satellite internet provider, which has seen multiple disruptions in recent months, is set to launch services in India by 2025.

A large study of over four million adults reveals cannabis use may increase the risk of developing diabetes by nearly four times, stressing the need for awareness, monitoring, and further research.

Astronomers worldwide are tracking 3I/ATLAS, the third confirmed interstellar object, currently traversing our solar system. Larger and faster than its predecessors Oumuamua and 2I Borisov, the comet offers a rare opportunity to study materials from beyond our star system.

Apple’s iPhone 17 series has witnessed a surge in pre-orders across India, driven by strong consumer interest and the brand’s expanding retail presence. The launch includes the new iPhone Air, praised for its titanium build, and marks Apple’s first price hike in entry-level models since 2020.

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries, and you don’t need to be a tech expert to benefit. Here are five free and affordable online AI courses in 2025 that offer practical skills — from fundamentals to advanced generative AI applications.

Amazon.in has rolled out ‘Early Deals’ ahead of its Great Indian Festival 2025, beginning September 13. Prime members get early access on September 23, with discounts across categories, AI-powered shopping tools, expanded logistics, and bundled entertainment offerings.

Ahead of the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2025, Telangana is witnessing rising demand for premium smartphones, TVs, and wearables. With over 57,000 local sellers and a robust logistics network, Amazon says consumer preferences reflect growing purchasing power and evolving lifestyle aspirations.

Apple unveiled the iPhone 17 series featuring the all-new iPhone Air, the thinnest iPhone yet, alongside iPhone 17, Pro, and Pro Max models. Powered by the latest A19 c

At its Cupertino launch event, Apple introduced the Watch Series 11 and Watch Ultra 3, showcasing major upgrades in health, fitness, and connectivity. The Series 11 is Apple’s slimmest watch yet, featuring 5G support, stronger glass, and the ability to monitor chronic high blood pressure. It also debuts a Sleep Score feature for deeper rest insights.