December 9, 2025

Telangana Boosts Youth Skills with Welding Robots and Advanced Training at ATCs

Telangana is upgrading technical training with ₹30 lakh welding robots and AR/VR tech at its Advanced Technologies Centres. Students learn industrial robotics and digital manufacturing, opening doors to jobs earning ₹20,000 per month or more.

December 9, 2025

Karnataka to Roll Out AI-Powered Smart Enforcement System for Road Safety

Karnataka Transport Department will launch AI-backed smart cameras on 60 high-risk roads to track violations. Digital challans will be auto-issued to offenders, aiming to boost road safety and cut accidents.

December 9, 2025

Shastra VC launches India’s first deep-tech fellowship with $100,000 support per team

Shastra VC has launched SDEX, India’s first deep-tech fellowship. The program provides up to $100,000 equity-free funding and mentorship to 15 teams, helping frontier research become startup-ready. Applications close January 31, 2026.

December 9, 2025

Australia Bans Social Media for Under-16s, Users Lose Access Instantly

Australia has launched a historic ban on social media for under-16s. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat are removing accounts, with hefty fines for non-compliance. Parents and teens react strongly as the new law takes effect.

December 9, 2025

EU Opens Investigation into Google Over AI Summaries Using Online Content

The EU is investigating Google for using website and YouTube content to create AI summaries in search results without paying creators. The probe also looks at Google's AI Mode and its effect on web traffic.