In a boost to indigenous #defence innovation, IIT Kanpur has developed “Shatakshi,” an advanced anti-drone system capable of detecting, tracking and neutralising rogue UAVs.

Combining radar, RF analysis and visual tracking, the platform uses intelligent algorithms to distinguish friendly from hostile drones in real time. the system can deploy jamming or safe neutralisation measures, strengthening security at airports, defence installations and major public events. #aatmarnirbharbharat

Google DeepMind announced partnerships with several Indian government bodies and local institutions to unlock new discoveries in science and #education.

Details below 👇

https://blog.google/intl/en-in/company-news/accelerating-discovery-in-india-through-ai-powered-science-and-education/

🎓 OpenAI expands India #education footprint with partnerships across 6 premier Indian Institutions.

⚙️ Focus on responsible #AI use, academic integrity and discipline-specific deployment.

https://www.business-standard.com/technology/tech-news/openai-ties-up-with-aiims-iit-delhi-others-to-build-ai-ready-talent-126021800742_1.html

⚙️ BHEL receives LoA from SAIL for ₹1,200–1,500 crore captive power plant at IISCO Steel Plant, West Bengal

⏳ Project to be commissioned within 39 months from the contract’s effective date

#Energy #Infra

Celebrations echo through Kuno National Park as Gamini, the South African Cheetah and second-time mother, has brought 3 new cubs into the world. #Wildlife

India #AI Summit
PM Modi had 9 bilateral meetings today

7 with World Leaders:
Spain, Finland, Serbia, Croatia, Estonia, Kazakhstan & Bhutan.

2 with Business leaders:
CEO of Google & Co-Founder of Sun Microsystems #ForeignAffairs

India beats Netherlands by 17 Runs in the last Group Stage Match of the T20WC #Sports

Five Indian #Startups Yesgnome, Metasports (Hitwicket), Koyozo, Youth Buzz (Ourcadium) and Evivve Showcase #AI Powered Gaming & Immersive Innovations

https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2228676&reg=3&lang=2

Major updates from #AI Summit 2026.

#AI moves into Indian kitchens: Bengaluru startup Mankomb launches Chewie, an AI-powered wet waste appliance that converts daily kitchen waste into nutrient-rich soil in under 2 days.

The appliance, marketed as Chewie Max, is listed at an MRP of ₹37,999 on the company’s website.

#Environment #Startups
https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/ai-impact-summit-mankomb-tech-chewie-this-kitchen-appliance-turns-wet-waste-into-soil-in-hours-19852571.htm

At Christ University, Bangalore, a Computer science researcher from Tirupati has developed a technique using #AI to detect cervical cancer even before it gets clinically detectable. #Health #Research

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/tirupati-researcher-shows-ai-can-detect-cervical-cancer-suicidal-tendency/article70642281.ece

"WAR IS IMMINENT"

Multiple media outlets report US is preparing for war with Iran "within days," which is expected to include:
1. Weeks-long "full-fledged" war unlike the Venezuela operation.
2. Joint US-Israeli campaign that is much broader in scope than 12-day war in June
3. US armada now consists of 2 aircraft carriers, 12 warships, hundreds of fighter jets, and multiple air defense systems
4. More than 150 US military cargo flights have moved weapons systems and ammunition to the Middle East
5. Another 50 fighter jets in 24 hours, including F-35s, F-22s, and F-16s

Oil prices are surging above $64/barrel on the news. 🇺🇸🇮🇱⚡🇮🇷 #InternationalNews #Geopolitics

International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a possible Restructuring of Regional Qualifiers for the next T20WC to be hosted by Australia & New Zealand in 2028 after re-evaluating the strength of different Regions.

ICC also announced the 12 Teams which have Qualified for the Next Edition.

Hosts: Australia & New Zealand

All Super 8s Teams : India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, West Indies, England, South Africa

3 Top Ranked Team outside Super 8s : Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Ireland

#Sports

Amid the AI summit in Delhi, groundbreaking ceremony today for the Rs 2,500 crore FedEx automated cargo facility at Navi Mumbai airport got downplayed. The 3-million-tonnes per year cargo hub could be a game-changer for the airport & the city #Aviation #Infra

https://www.thehindu.com/business/fedex-to-invest-2500-crore-in-setting-up-automated-cargo-hub-at-navi-mumbai-airport/article70648847.ece

Bill Gates to skip today's keynote address at AI Summit.

TCS & OpenAI announce multi-dimensional partnership across sectors to advance #AI transformation in India & globally

In the initial phase, TCS will develop AI #infra with 100 MW capacity, with an option to scale up to 1 GW #Tech

WESSPL (Waaree group) to establish 16GWh Integrated Battery Gigafactory at Rambilli, Andhra Pradesh with ₹8,175 Crs

🔸Cell Manufacturing, Battery Packs, Large Scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) will be produced in this 300 Acres facility. #Batteries #Energy #MakeInIndia

OpenAI plans to open new offices in Mumbai and Bengaluru later this year, alongside its existing presence in New Delhi: Sam Altman #AI