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Athulya Senior Care has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SingHealth to collaborate on advancing senior care, professional training, and research. The partnership brings together Athulya’s expertise in assisted living and continuum care with SingHealth’s strong clinical and academic capabilities. It aims to enhance care delivery and build institutional capacity in response to the growing demand for senior care driven by ageing populations. Under the agreement, both organisations will explore structured training programmes for doctors, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals, with a focus on improving clinical competencies and caregiving standards. The collaboration will also enable knowledge exchange through joint…
Tata Advanced Systems Limited demonstrated its successful partnership with the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) through the development of the Advanced Armoured Platforms (Tracked & Wheeled) – VIKRAM VT 21 and 30mm Unmanned Turret. Designed by Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (VRDE) and developed and manufactured by Tata Advanced Systems with VRDE support, the protypes was completed in record time of under 30 months. These protypes were flagged off by DRDO on Saturday April 25, 2026, along with senior leaders from both DcPP partners and key sub-system providers, at the Vehicle Dynamic Test Track, NCAT. The event was graced…
Flipkart, in partnership with Axis Bank and PayU, has introduced biometric authentication for card payments, marking a significant step toward faster and more secure digital transactions in India. The new feature allows customers to approve transactions using fingerprint or Face ID on compatible Android and iOS devices, removing the need for OTP-based verification. Initially rolled out for Axis Bank cardholders, the system uses issuer-level biometric authentication, offering a seamless and intuitive payment experience. As digital payments grow rapidly, concerns around fraud and transaction failures have also increased. By replacing SMS-based OTPs, the biometric solution addresses common friction points such as…
Bengaluru: UNSW Sydney has signed a strategic MoU with Deloitte India to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in AI and Innovation at its upcoming Bengaluru campus, aimed at building industry-ready talent in India. The collaboration brings together academic expertise and industry practice to create an integrated learning ecosystem focused on applied research, real-world problem solving, and knowledge exchange. The CoE will align with India’s NEP 2020 vision and address rising demand for skilled professionals in high-growth sectors such as artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. A key focus will be embedding industry-integrated learning into the student experience…
Pushkalam Developers has announced the launch of its first residential project, Pushkalam Heritage, a Vaastu-led development in East Bengaluru that reimagines urban living through functionality, space, and community-focused design. Spread across 2.64 acres, the project (RERA No.: PR280324/006744) features 296 homes across two towers, offering a low-density environment designed to enhance light, ventilation, and everyday usability. Located off Old Madras Road, the development provides connectivity to key hubs such as Whitefield and ITPL, while offering a quieter residential setting. The project primarily comprises 3BHK homes ranging from 1,440 to 1,890 sq. ft., along with a limited number of 2BHK units.…
IKS Health has signed a definitive agreement to acquire TruBridge, Inc., reinforcing its commitment to improving access to quality care in rural and community-based healthcare settings across the United States. The acquisition brings together IKS Health’s care enablement expertise with TruBridge’s strong capabilities in revenue cycle management and electronic health record (EHR) solutions tailored for rural hospitals. With nearly one in five Americans facing barriers to healthcare access, the combined entity aims to strengthen local health systems and enable patients to receive timely care closer to home. Post-acquisition, the integrated platform will leverage agentic AI alongside human expertise to enhance…
ideaForge Technology Limited has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Digital Media Professionals Inc. (DMP) to co-develop next-generation AI-powered drones and expand its presence in Japan. The collaboration marks a significant step in ideaForge’s global growth strategy, combining Indian deep-tech innovation with Japan’s advanced AI capabilities. Under the partnership, ideaForge will integrate DMP’s Di1 edge AI SoC into its UAV platforms to enhance autonomous capabilities, while DMP will act as the go-to-market partner in Japan. This includes enabling product demonstrations, distribution, training, and after-sales support, strengthening ideaForge’s entry into key Japanese sectors such as defence, security, and…
Skyroot Aerospace marked a significant milestone as its Vikram-1 rocket—India’s first privately developed orbital launch vehicle—was ceremonially flagged off for Sriharikota by A. Revanth Reddy. The event took place at the company’s Max-Q campus in Hyderabad, in the presence of D. Sridhar Babu. The ceremony symbolized the rocket’s transition from testing to launch readiness, with the payload fairing—designed to protect onboard satellites during ascent—flagged off as part of the proceedings. This milestone follows the successful completion of pre-flight testing at Skyroot’s facilities, while propulsion stages have already been stationed at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. Addressing the gathering, Shri A.…
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature enabling users in India to complete prepaid mobile recharges directly within the app. Powered by PayU, the feature is being rolled out in phases across Android and iOS, with wider availability expected in the coming weeks. With this update, users can recharge their own or others’ prepaid mobile numbers seamlessly, without leaving the app. The feature supports major telecom operators including Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea, offering a range of plans to choose from for quick and convenient transactions. To improve accessibility, WhatsApp has introduced a dedicated rupee (₹) icon on the…
Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) and Allianz Group have entered into a binding agreement to form a 50:50 primary insurance joint venture focused on general and health insurance, marking a significant step towards expanding insurance access in India. The partnership combines JFSL’s extensive digital ecosystem and deep market understanding with Allianz’s global expertise in insurance, aiming to deliver innovative, accessible, and customer-centric protection solutions. The joint venture will commence operations subject to regulatory approvals, with plans also underway to explore a separate life insurance collaboration. As India continues to witness strong economic growth and demographic expansion, the need for comprehensive…