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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Go in India as a Low-Cost Subscription Plan With Higher Limits, Longer Memory
OpenAI on Tuesday announced a new subscription plan called ChatGPT Go as a low-cost alternative to the existing ChatGPT Plus subscription. Initially introduced in India, it will also be expanded to other markets soon. As per the company, ChatGPT Go grants users access to higher message limits, larger file uploads, and expanded image generation. Fur...
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Independence Day 2025: Key Tech Initiatives Like Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker, and more That Empower Citizens
In the last decade, India has quietly moved towards the digital sphere. Documents and identity cards are now paperless, health records can be stored on the cloud, and public services are now accessible with the tap of a button. The government’s flagship tech initiatives have reshaped how people interact with the State.
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"We Will Take Control Of Entire Gaza Strip If...": Israeli Envoy To NDTV On Netanyahu's Plan
Israeli Ambassador to India Reuven Azar has said that Tel Aviv can take control of the entire Gaza Strip to eliminate Hamas and make sure the Palestinian group "can never attack again".
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Over 80% of Rural Indian Families Now Have Access to Piped Drinking Water
Marking a significant achievement in rural water infrastructure, the Centre's flagship initiative, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) - Har Ghar Jal, has reached a key milestone.
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No More CIBIL Checks? New Credit Initiative Promises Faster Loans, Wider Access
The Unified Lending Interface (ULI) is a digital platform designed to simplify lending by integrating technology, data, and policy, enabling faster and more inclusive credit delivery.
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Sleeping Pods Introduced At Visakhapatnam Railway Station: Details Here
The facility has been established on Platform No. 1, Gate No. 3 of the railway station and passengers can access the sleeping pod facility without needing a train ticket or even a platform ticket. It is open for use by the general public.
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"Proof That Cash Found At Justice Varma's Home": Probe Panel's Findings
A three-member panel of senior judges has recommended the initiation of removal proceedings against Justice Yashwant Varma, a sitting judge of the Allahabad High Court, following an investigation into an accidental fire at his government residence.
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Suzuki e-Access First Ride Review; Smooth, Silent And Fun
The Suzuki e-Access is the company's foray into the lucrative but tough electric scooter segment. We spent a short time with the e-scooter on a karting track and here's our initial impression of the e-Access.
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DoT to Share Financial Fraud Risk Indicator Data With Banks, UPI Service Providers and Financial Institutions
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) will share Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) data with financial institutions, including banks and UPI providers. This FRI metric, developed by the Digital Intelligence Platform, classifies mobile numbers into three risk levels linked to financial fraud. PhonePe is an early adopter, using FRI data to al...
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Vodafone Idea (Vi) Begins Trial of 5G Services in Delhi Ahead of Commercial Rollout
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded the availability of its 5G services to one more city in India. Following its introduction in Chandigarh and Patna last month, consumers in Delhi can now avail of Vi’s 5G services. This is said to be part of the initial 5G rollout phase and may only be available to select users as of now. Notably, the telecom operat...
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Reportedly Receiving Stable One UI 7 Update in India
Samsung has reportedly started rolling out the Android 15-based stable One UI 7 update for Galaxy S23 series smartphones. The update is rolling out to users in India and certain global markets. The handsets initially shipped with Android 13 with One UI 5.1 skin on top. The updated user interface comes with improved design, quick access and media fe...
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Indian Government Launches AI Compute Portal, Dataset Repository AIKosha to Boost Innovation
The Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched several artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives on Thursday. The announcements were made on the occasion of the first anniversary of the IndiaAI Mission, which is on March 7. Union IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the India AI Compute Portal during an event, which ...
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India to Develop Native Generative AI Models in Six to Eight Months, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India will build native generative artificial intelligence (AI) models within six to eight months, the Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology (IT) Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Thursday. The initiative was announced at the Utkarsh Odisha Conclave, where the minister also revealed that the DeepSeek-R1 AI model has been implemented ...
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Chaincode, Okto to Issue Polygon-Powered NFT Tickets to Tent City Visitors
This NFT initiative is aimed at adding a Web3 element to an otherwise ancient, traditional practice. The step will enable people to get an NFT version of their tickets to the Tent City, that has been set up in Prayagraj to accommodate tourists.
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YouTube Opens Its Health Content Shelves to Registered Health Professionals
YouTube is expanding one of its health-related initiatives to allow verified content creators to spread awareness about different topics and diseases. Last week, the video streaming platform announced it was opening up ‘health content shelves’ and ‘health source information panels’, two exclusive features reserved for accredited health orga...
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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Go in India as a Low-Cost Subscription Plan With Higher Limits, Longer Memory
OpenAI on Tuesday announced a new subscription plan called ChatGPT Go as a low-cost alternative to the existing ChatGPT Plus subscription. Initially introduced in India, it will also be expanded to other markets soon. As per the company, ChatGPT Go grants users access to higher message limits, larger file uploads, and expanded image generation. Fur...
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Independence Day 2025: Key Tech Initiatives Like Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker, and more That Empower Citizens
In the last decade, India has quietly moved towards the digital sphere. Documents and identity cards are now paperless, health records can be stored on the cloud, and public services are now accessible with the tap of a button. The government’s flagship tech initiatives have reshaped how people interact with the State.
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"We Will Take Control Of Entire Gaza Strip If...": Israeli Envoy To NDTV On Netanyahu's Plan
Israeli Ambassador to India Reuven Azar has said that Tel Aviv can take control of the entire Gaza Strip to eliminate Hamas and make sure the Palestinian group "can never attack again".
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Over 80% of Rural Indian Families Now Have Access to Piped Drinking Water
Marking a significant achievement in rural water infrastructure, the Centre's flagship initiative, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) - Har Ghar Jal, has reached a key milestone.
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No More CIBIL Checks? New Credit Initiative Promises Faster Loans, Wider Access
The Unified Lending Interface (ULI) is a digital platform designed to simplify lending by integrating technology, data, and policy, enabling faster and more inclusive credit delivery.
-
Sleeping Pods Introduced At Visakhapatnam Railway Station: Details Here
The facility has been established on Platform No. 1, Gate No. 3 of the railway station and passengers can access the sleeping pod facility without needing a train ticket or even a platform ticket. It is open for use by the general public.
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"Proof That Cash Found At Justice Varma's Home": Probe Panel's Findings
A three-member panel of senior judges has recommended the initiation of removal proceedings against Justice Yashwant Varma, a sitting judge of the Allahabad High Court, following an investigation into an accidental fire at his government residence.
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Suzuki e-Access First Ride Review; Smooth, Silent And Fun
The Suzuki e-Access is the company's foray into the lucrative but tough electric scooter segment. We spent a short time with the e-scooter on a karting track and here's our initial impression of the e-Access.
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DoT to Share Financial Fraud Risk Indicator Data With Banks, UPI Service Providers and Financial Institutions
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) will share Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) data with financial institutions, including banks and UPI providers. This FRI metric, developed by the Digital Intelligence Platform, classifies mobile numbers into three risk levels linked to financial fraud. PhonePe is an early adopter, using FRI data to al...
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Vodafone Idea (Vi) Begins Trial of 5G Services in Delhi Ahead of Commercial Rollout
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded the availability of its 5G services to one more city in India. Following its introduction in Chandigarh and Patna last month, consumers in Delhi can now avail of Vi’s 5G services. This is said to be part of the initial 5G rollout phase and may only be available to select users as of now. Notably, the telecom operat...
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Reportedly Receiving Stable One UI 7 Update in India
Samsung has reportedly started rolling out the Android 15-based stable One UI 7 update for Galaxy S23 series smartphones. The update is rolling out to users in India and certain global markets. The handsets initially shipped with Android 13 with One UI 5.1 skin on top. The updated user interface comes with improved design, quick access and media fe...
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Indian Government Launches AI Compute Portal, Dataset Repository AIKosha to Boost Innovation
The Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched several artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives on Thursday. The announcements were made on the occasion of the first anniversary of the IndiaAI Mission, which is on March 7. Union IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the India AI Compute Portal during an event, which ...
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India to Develop Native Generative AI Models in Six to Eight Months, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India will build native generative artificial intelligence (AI) models within six to eight months, the Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology (IT) Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Thursday. The initiative was announced at the Utkarsh Odisha Conclave, where the minister also revealed that the DeepSeek-R1 AI model has been implemented ...
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Chaincode, Okto to Issue Polygon-Powered NFT Tickets to Tent City Visitors
This NFT initiative is aimed at adding a Web3 element to an otherwise ancient, traditional practice. The step will enable people to get an NFT version of their tickets to the Tent City, that has been set up in Prayagraj to accommodate tourists.
-
YouTube Opens Its Health Content Shelves to Registered Health Professionals
YouTube is expanding one of its health-related initiatives to allow verified content creators to spread awareness about different topics and diseases. Last week, the video streaming platform announced it was opening up ‘health content shelves’ and ‘health source information panels’, two exclusive features reserved for accredited health orga...
