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Investigations reveal Indian nationals were tricked into joining Russia's forces in Ukraine, leading to arrests and ongoing probes against an international network. [ more ]

The U.S. House of Representatives to vote on a bill that could lead to TikTok ban.

India and other countries have already banned TikTok. [ more ]

YouTube's presence in India has become a key platform for political messaging and engagement, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasizing its importance.

YouTube has a significantly larger user base in India compared to Facebook and Twitter, making it a valuable tool for political campaigns. [ more ]

India's parliament passed controversial legislation that could increase police powers and facilitate mass surveillance.

Critics argue that the new laws are more draconian than the ones they are replacing and fit into the BJP's project of Hindu nationalism. [ more ]

India labeled as the cancer capital of the world due to a sharp increase in cancer cases and other chronic illnesses. [ more ]

India and Pakistan likely attempted to meddle in Canada's elections through clandestine activities and proxy agents.

Canada's spy agency, CSIS, identified India and Pakistan as foreign interference actors and initiated threat reduction measures. [ more ]

Tesla is suing Indian company Tesla Power for unauthorized name usage, seeking injunction and damages.

Tesla Power argues it should use the name as it doesn't make EVs, while Tesla aims to establish itself in India. [ more ]

Sony announced a limited-time discount of Rs. 5,000 on newly launched PS5 slim variants in India, reducing the price to Rs. 49,990 during the Summer Sale. [ more ]

The regulatory uncertainty surrounding cryptocurrencies in India is creating challenges for businesses in the sector. [ more ]

Binance seeks re-entry into India by paying a $2 million fine. [ more ]

Lava launches Prowatch smartwatches in India with round and rectangular models. ZN is premium with zinc alloy body, 7-day battery, and IP68 rating, while VN is affordable with zinc alloy body, 3-day battery, and IP67 rating. [ more ]

Amazfit Active Edge launched in India with rugged design and multiple features.

Priced at Rs. 12,999, it offers a 1.32-inch LTPO LCD screen, heart rate monitoring, and long battery life. [ more ]

India is considering a deal with Nvidia to provide GPUs for research and innovation in AI and machine learning. [ more ]

India may collaborate with Nvidia to provide GPUs for AI initiatives at subsidized rates, reflecting global trends in securing AI compute infrastructure. [ more ]

Meta AI is being tested on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger users in India and parts of Africa. [ more ]

WhatsApp is testing Meta AI chatbot in India to tap into its vast user base for scaling AI offerings. [ more ]

India has the opportunity to enhance science funding by encouraging businesses to contribute more. [ more ]

CBFC in India presents a hurdle for the release of films with violent or controversial content.

Films need one of three certificates from CBFC - Universal, Adult, or Universal/Adult - with possible demands for cuts. [ more ]

Community Notes expanding with new contributors in India.

X complying with Indian Government's ban order but vowing to challenge it legally. [ more ]

Foreign students attacked for praying during Ramadan in Gujarat state

Government promises strict action against perpetrators [ more ]

India revised AI advisory, no longer requiring government approval before deploying AI models.

New guidelines focus on labeling unreliable AI models and ensuring compliance with Indian laws. [ more ]

Police arrested three men over the weekend in connection with the rape case.

Reports of horrific sexual assaults in India highlight the ongoing struggle to curb sexual violence against women. [ more ]

Sexual violence in India persists despite efforts at cultural and legal reform

International attention brought to gang-rape of Brazilian tourist in India [ more ]

Protests erupted in India over controversial citizenship law.

Critics claim the law creates two tiers of citizenship based on religion. [ more ]

India issues advisory for tech firms to seek permission before launching new AI models.

Advisory asks tech firms to ensure products do not have bias or threaten electoral integrity. [ more ]

New sanctions target entities in China and India for the first time

EU added 27 new entities to the sanction list including companies from various countries [ more ]

Seeking skilled laborers for Israel from India

Concerns about global supply chains and tea shortage in the UK [ more ]

Ather 450X Gen 3 is considered the best e-scooter in India

Krutrim AI chatbot by Krutrim Si Designs provides information on the best e-scooter in India [ more ]

Shadowfax raised $100 million in Series E funding led by TPG NewQuest and existing backers like Flipkart.

The company attributes its growth to the wider adoption of quick commerce in India. [ more ]

Samsung Galaxy Book4 series laptops launching in India this month

Pre-bookings expected in mid-February, sales likely in last week of the month [ more ]

India aims to unveil AI regulatory framework by mid-year with a focus on global participation and accountability for harm caused or enabled by platforms.

The government's three focus points for AI regulation include harnessing AI for economic growth, addressing potential risks and harms, and building strong talent in India for global competitiveness. [ more ]

OnePlus is finally rolling out the Android 14 update for its first foldable smartphone, the OnePlus Open, starting in India.

The update is initially being released to those who participated in OnePlus' Closed Beta and Open Beta programs. [ more ]

Khyaal secures $4.2 million in seed funding round.

Funding round co-led by 62Ventures, SVQuad, and Inventus Capital. [ more ]

River, a Bengaluru-based electric scooter startup, has raised $40 million in a Series B funding round.

The funding round was oversubscribed, reflecting investor interest in the electric vehicle market in India. [ more ]

The Northeast Pavilion at the Surajkund Craft Fair 2023 highlights the cultural heritage of the eight North Eastern states of India.

The design of the pavilion honors the local tradition of bamboo construction. [ more ]

The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre aims to bring Western art and attention to India while also making art exciting to a local audience.

The centre's current exhibition, Pop: Fame, Love, Power, is the first major exhibition of Western Pop art in India and features works by artists like Andy Warhol and Robert Rauschenberg. [ more ]

Studio Lotus designs an immersive retail experience for Ekaya Banarasi in Ahmedabad, India.

The store features a modular gridwork of brass pipes and textile boundaries to create a narrative that feels like navigating fabric. [ more ]

The Mumbai Pride March returned after a four-year hiatus to raise awareness of queer rights in India.

The event aims to increase visibility of the LGBTQ+ community and spark discussion. [ more ]

India has made significant progress in eliminating kala-azar, with the number of cases dropping to 520 last year.

The achievement could strengthen the commitment to future public health initiatives and attract more support and resources for similar endeavors. [ more ]

Samsung plans to bring Galaxy AI to about 100 million Galaxy mobile devices worldwide this year.

The features of Galaxy AI will remain free to use until 2025, but the company is considering options for the future. [ more ]

Younger generations in India are experiencing higher levels of stress and anxiety compared to older generations.

Climate anxiety is a growing concern for young Indians who have grown up with the threat of climate change. [ more ]

India and France have agreed to work together on the joint production of helicopters, submarines, and other defence equipment for the Indian Army.

India's top conglomerate Tata Group and Europe's Airbus have inked an agreement to jointly manufacture civilian helicopters. [ more ]

Tata and Airbus have signed an agreement to manufacture civilian helicopters together during French President Macron's visit to India.

The deal includes the production of H125 helicopters with a significant indigenous and localization component. [ more ]

India celebrates 75th Republic Day with military parade

French President Emmanuel Macron attends as chief guest [ more ]

French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting India as the guest of honor for Republic Day celebrations

Macron's visit includes discussions on potential business and arms deals [ more ]

Greg Abbott, governor of Texas, is in New Delhi, India amid the worsening border crisis in his state.

Abbott is meeting with Indian business and government leaders to strengthen economic ties between Texas and India.

Abbott's trip to India has drawn criticism as many feel he should be focused on addressing the crisis at the border. [ more ]

India's parliament passed controversial legislation that could increase police powers and facilitate mass surveillance.

Critics argue that the new laws are more draconian than the ones they are replacing and fit into the BJP's project of Hindu nationalism. [ more ]

The Beatles had a genuine and heartfelt connection to India and its music.

The documentary 'The Beatles and India' explores this connection and interviews individuals with firsthand knowledge. [ more ]