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New AI systems are now available to combat fraud in the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme. These advanced tools can identify fake hospital bills and forged medical documents. The technology aims to speed up insurance claim settlements and enhance transparency. India is leading the Global South with its health AI benchmarking platform.

At the forefront of innovation, IIT-Patna's COIL-D initiative is revolutionizing the landscape of multilingual AI through the ambitious BHASHINI program. By developing cutting-edge machine translation systems, this project aims to bridge the linguistic divides in India, cultivating an inclusive AI ecosystem that empowers individuals from various language backgrounds with accessible and user-friendly technology.

HP India has launched over 20 new products and solutions, including the India-first HP OmniPad 12 and the world's first AI keyboard PC, the HP EliteBoard G1a. The company also updated its EliteBook, ProBook, and OmniBook series with AI capabilities, alongside new Z Workstations and printing solutions to address evolving technology needs.

Rajasthan's state bird, the Great Indian Bustard, sees a conservation boost with two new chicks born via Artificial Insemination at Jaisalmer breeding centers. This brings the total at facilities to 86, with 26 born through AI. While wild populations remain concerningly low, captive breeding offers renewed hope for the critically endangered species' future.

Responding to queries from TOI readers as part of Mission Admission campaign, vice-chancellor of Osmania University, Kumar M, says the future will belong to students who can adapt and are willing to learn

India and Japan on Wednesday strengthened their cooperation in emerging technologies and health research, with both countries exchanging agreements in the fields of quantum science and medical devices during a high-level bilateral meeting in New Delhi.

Unlike traditional Earth observation systems that rely on either optical or radar imaging, Mission Drishti combines both to deliver clear, real-time insights in any condition — day, night, or bad weather. Here’s why it matters.

India is emerging as a global electronics manufacturing hub. A new Google Cloud India AI Hub in Visakhapatnam, a $15 billion project, will boost AI and data capabilities. This initiative strengthens India's digital backbone and positions the country as a trusted partner in global supply chains.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled a roadmap for southern India's transportation, highlighting a proposed bullet train network connecting key cities like Amaravati, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune, and Mumbai. This initiative aims to foster economic integration by drastically reducing travel times.

Apprehended by Turkish agencies, Dola is now in NCB custody and is expected to offer investigators insight into the financial pipelines, shadow networks, and cross-border alliances sustaining his narcotics trade

Israel's alleged hacking of Tehran's street cameras for assassinations highlights a grave vulnerability in India's extensive, often insecure CCTV networks. With AI amplifying risks, these systems, including those with Chinese components, could be weaponised by foreign intelligence agencies, posing a significant threat to national security and critical infrastructure.

New Delhi called the remarks “uninformed, inappropriate and in poor taste” after the US president endorsed an anti-India statement by American radio host Michael Savage, a move that has also triggered widespread backlash among Indian-Americans

The future of aerial combat is shifting towards Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), also known as loyal wingmen. These AI-equipped, unmanned drones will fly alongside manned fighters, enhancing their combat effectiveness and survivability. CCAs can perform diverse roles like reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and even strike missions, all without risking pilot lives.

Samsung is prioritizing user privacy with its new 'Agentic AI' phones, ensuring AI remains helpful without being intrusive. Features like Now Nudge simplify complex digital tasks by offering context-aware suggestions, collapsing multiple steps into one. Users retain full control over AI access to their data, with strict permissions required before any information is utilized.