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SmartPrix, the IMEI database has listed three unannounced smartphones with model numbers A001, A059, and A059P. Based on Nothing's past naming conventions, the model number A059 is believed to correspond to the Nothing Phone (3a), while A059P could represent the Nothing Phone (3a) Plus. The “P" suffix likely signifies the Plus variant.

Bryan Johnson, a 45-year-old millionaire entrepreneur and the visionary behind the ‘Blueprint’ project aimed at reversing aging, is presently in Mumbai. Renowned for his innovative strategies in longevity science, the tech entrepreneur offered a sneak peek into his visit to Antilia, the opulent home of the Ambani family, through his official Instagram account. Johnson, who is visiting India to promote his book Don't Die, shared his enthusiasm about the opportunity to spend time with the billionaire family.

Indian Navy Day, observed annually on December 4, commemorates the valor and commitment of India’s naval forces. This year marks the anniversary of Operation Trident, a landmark naval mission carried out during the 1971 Indo-Pak war that showcased the strategic brilliance of the Indian Navy. In 2024, the Navy Day celebrations are set to take place in Puri, Odisha, with President Droupadi Murmu as the chief guest. Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, the Chief of Naval Staff, will host the event. The ceremony will feature a grand display of the Indian Navy's technological advancements and operational capabilities, reaffirming its critical role in safeguarding India’s maritime borders. Indian Navy Day 2024 theme This year’s theme, “Strength and Power through Innovation and Indigenisation,” emphasises the Navy’s focus on enhancing defense capabilities through self-reliance and cutting-edge technology.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: The Centre’s failure in appointing proposed self-regulatory bodies (SRBs) for the online gaming sector has left the industry in limbo, with small firms struggling to get investors and large ones innovating without any legal guardrails to try and rope in more paying consumers.

startups by the government till October this year, Parliament was informed on Tuesday. The Government, with an intent to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation, startups and encouraging private investments in the startup ecosystem of the country launched the Startup India initiative in January 2016.

AT&T anticipates earnings growth over the next three years thanks to the momentum of 5G and fiber services

eDaakhil portal', a speedy and hassle-free mechanism for filing consumer complaints in all states and union territories.

In the past decade, the ETF landscape has changed dramatically in terms of the products available, assets under management, and the users of ETFs. Back then, many European clients had just bought an ETF for the first time; now they are converted. In fact, many investors ended up replacing their mutual fund holdings with ETFs because of the transparency, liquidity and exposures they could access in this cost-efficient wrapper. ETFs have also subverted the reputation they once held as passive vehicles. They should no longer be pigeonholed this way. Investors need more innovative s...

Best 5 litre geysers: Top 8 efficient picks from Bajaj, Crompton and other leading brands to keep you warm this winterHavells is synonymous with innovation and premium build quality. Known for combining aesthetics with performance, Havells offers a diverse range of water heaters designed to cater to modern households.Key highlights of Havells geysers:Popular models:Price range:Havells geysers generally fall into the mid to premium price category, making them ideal for those seeking long-term value.Also read: Best 15 litre geyser: Top 10 picks from Havells, V-Guard, AO Smith, Bajaj, Hindware for versatile and quick heatingCrompton is a household name in India, known for providing reliable and durable appliances.

Shadowfax Technologies, a provider of e-commerce express parcels and value-added services (VAS), has announced that it has become profitable in both Adjusted PAT and EBITDA for the financial year, with revenue growing 33% year-on-year, from Rs 1,415.1 crore in FY23 to Rs 1,884.8 crore in FY24. EBITDA improved significantly, shifting from a loss of Rs 113.5 crore in FY23 to a profit of Rs 11.4 crore in FY24, while Adjusted PAT moved from a loss of Rs 123.8 crore to a profit of Rs 2 crore. Shadowfax has further diversified its revenue streams, with the majority share now coming from value-added services (VAS). These services include Prime solutions (Same Day and Next Day delivery), Reverse Logistics, Hand-to-Hand Exchange, and the rapidly expanding Quick Commerce (10-minute delivery). Over the past few years, Shadowfax has accelerated its investments in the middle-mile network, exceeding Rs 200 crore to automate its 40 sort centers, which now span over 1 million square feet. On the technology front, key innovations such as Shadowfax Maps for enhanced delivery accuracy and Shadowfax Shield for fraud detection have significantly boosted operational efficiency, driving this financial success.

advanced manufacturing. Organized by the Geospatial World Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with Geospatial World, this summit brought together key stakeholders from government, industry, academia, and research to explore and amplify the geospatial and space sectors' potential for innovation, economic growth, and sustainability. With bilateral trade in geospatial and space technologies projected to grow from $2.5 billion in 2024 to $10 billion by 2030, the summit underscored how shared investments in technology, policy alignment, and manufacturing can accelerate global progress.

Ambuja Cements shares will be in focus on Tuesday after the company announced a partnership with Finland-based technology and engineering firm Coolbrook. The partnership aligns with the company's goal of leveraging zero-carbon heating technology to decarbonize its cement manufacturing process.

Nitish Mittersain, Joint MD & CEO, Nazara Technologies, says India-first novel approaches are needed. If e-commerce can be integrated into gaming, that can deliver relevant opportunities for shoppers to buy what they want while they are engaging with the games, that could lead to a very interesting and new monetisation model. With the whole India stack opportunity emerging with platforms like ONDC, a lot of initiatives can be taken for such innovations. It is a concept now. Nazara is starting to deploy it in the Q4 of FY25, which is Jan to March and they will see how that pans out over the next year. The latest acquisition that you have made is Trinity Gaming. It cost just around Rs 24 crore. What is the acquisition strategy going forward? Have you earmarked a certain amount that you are looking at deploying, and certain capabilities that you are looking at adding? Nitish Mittersain: It is important to understand that Nazara operates the M&A flywheel at two levels. One is what the parent entity does, which is areas that we want to enter. But also, many of our subsidiaries are cashflow generating companies, accumulating cash, many of these are asset-light businesses which do not require to deploy a lot of cash for organic growth and therefore, we help our subsidiaries also learn our M&A playbook and help them deploy.

cement maker Holcim will exit its Nigerian business through the sale of its almost 84% stake in Lafarge Africa to China's Huaxin Cement in a $1 billion deal, it said on Sunday. The deal aligns with Holcim's strategy to streamline its portfolio and focus on high-growth regions, including the coming spin-off of its North American business, which remains on track for a US listing in the first half of 2025.

Hinduja Tech Ltd has completed the acquisition of Germany-based engineering services provider TECOSIM Group, marking a significant milestone in its vision to be among the top 10 global mobility engineering companies. Hinduja Tech Ltd, a subsidiary of heavy commercial vehicle maker Ashok Leyland, is a mobility-focused global engineering, research and development technology company. The strategic move highlights Hinduja Tech Ltd's ongoing commitment to enhancing its global automotive engineering market leadership. The acquisition would provide operational efficiencies, increased competitiveness, and a stronger global market presence, Hinduja Tech Ltd said in a company statement. «This acquisition reinforces Hinduja Tech Ltd's vision of becoming a global leader in sustainable mobility solutions,» the statement said on Sunday.

Today, as with AI, many companies and even industries are facing such moments of transformation faster than ever. So there is a need for more leaders who can truly drive transformations. Naveen Tiwari, Co-founder, Scrabble, says, “While every leader aspires to be a transformational leader, very few truly are.”

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma proposed a series of initiatives aimed at capitalizing on Assam’s strategic location in alignment with India’s Act East Policy. These initiatives include establishing bio-foundries and bio-manufacturing hubs to enhance local industries and stimulate innovation, particularly within the bio-resources sector. Sarma participated in the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2024 at IIT Guwahati.Sarma emphasized the IISF as a testament to India's steadfast commitment to innovation, excellence, and the crucial role that science and technology play in driving national development and prosperity. He noted that this event embodies the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose leadership has been instrumental in the development of the Northeast, particularly through the transformative influence of scientific progress. He contended that in our contemporary landscape, a nation's progress is intricately linked to the harmonious integration of technology, resources, and capital, highlighting technology as the primary catalyst for transformation. Such advancements, he posited, are crucial for achieving social equity, reducing poverty, and improving living standards. He noted that from agriculture to healthcare, environmental science, energy production, and communication, science acts as the engine of innovation, significantly enhancing human existence and paving the way for a sustainable future.

fraud through widely prevalent "mule accounts", a top executive said. The Reserve Bank Innovation Hub's (RBIH's) platform, termed Mulehunter.Ai, has already been deployed by two large public sector banks, according to RBIH chief executive Rajesh Bansal. The trademarked platform was developed after identifying a total of nineteen patterns based on insights from multiple banks, he said. A mule account refers to a bank account that is used to receive and transfer funds acquired by illegal means.

A coalition of Canadian news publishers, including The Canadian Press, Torstar, Globe and Mail, Postmedia and CBC/Radio-Canada, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI for using news content to train its ChatGPT generative artificial intelligence system

Impressed by the Dyson TP09 air purifier? Check it out: Unboxing the Dyson TP09 feels like unpacking a piece of modern art. The first impression is its elegant, cylindrical design—a statement piece that effortlessly blends into any setting. The bladeless fan caught my eye immediately, its futuristic look offering a promise of innovation.