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Indian Institute of Technology Mandi has opened applications for PRAYAS 4.0, a one-month residential programme in AI, robotics and iot scheduled for July 2026. The course includes hands-on training, daily faculty-led sessions and certification, and is open to students from diverse academic backgrounds without prior technical experience.

Patna is stepping into the future with the launch of an innovative iot-driven street lighting system. The Municipal Corporation is set to unveil 25,000 state-of-the-art lights while upgrading the current infrastructure, all under the watchful eye of a Centralised Control and Monitoring System.

The FCC has denied SpaceX's request to use the 1.6/2.4GHz spectrum currently utilized by Globalstar for its satellite services, including those on Apple iPhones. This decision aims to maintain regulatory certainty and stability, citing significant interference risks and Globalstar's established investments in emergency and iot services. SpaceX's applications for these bands, as well as Ligado Networks' 1.5/1.6GHz bands, were dismissed.

According to the manifesto, an estimated Rs 50,000 crore is planned for industrial development and expansion, and the remaining Rs 50,000 crore will be used for infrastructure development.

Under the leadership of CM Samrat Choudhary, Bihar's cabinet has taken a major step forward by approving the establishment of 11 newly named satellite townships, alongside a dynamic research park at IIT-Patna aimed at elevating the technological stature of eastern India.

India's automotive aftermarket is transforming, driven by rising vehicle ownership and digital integration. Consumers now seek technologically advanced accessories for enhanced convenience, safety, and personalization. This shift from conventional add-ons to essential enablers signifies a new era of smart, connected, and safety-focused mobility solutions.

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Prime Movr, a Kashmir-based deep-tech startup, plans pilot deployments in Pune for its laser-based wireless power transmission system. The technology converts laser beams into usable electricity, targeting applications like remote sensors, surveillance, and iot infrastructure. Focusing on practical, low-power use cases, the company aims to eliminate wiring challenges. With Pune’s strong industrial and smart city ecosystem, it offers an ideal testbed as global interest in wireless energy transmission technologies continues to grow.

Google has unveiled Gemma 4, its most capable open-source AI model family, designed for broad accessibility from data centers to smartphones. These models offer advanced reasoning, agentic workflows, and native image/video processing, with smaller versions optimized for offline mobile use. Gemma 4 aims to empower developers globally with powerful, versatile AI tools.

Pondicherry University has announced the provisional 2026 semester results for multiple B.Tech programmes, covering both first and second semesters. The list spans core and emerging fields, including Mechanical Engineering, AI, Data Science, and Robotics. Students can access their scorecards online by entering login details, downloading the PDF, and keeping a copy for reference.

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