Is India ready for the AI revolution? The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, from generative AI tools to sophisticated machine learning algorithms, are transforming industries across the nation. From fintech's burgeoning use of AI-powered fraud detection to the agricultural sector's embrace of precision farming technologies, the impact is undeniable. This week saw a major breakthrough in indigenous 5G technology development, signaling India's growing prowess in the global tech landscape. But alongside this progress comes the crucial discussion surrounding data privacy, cybersecurity, and the ethical implications of AI deployment. How will India navigate these challenges and harness the transformative power of technology for inclusive growth? Explore the latest developments in Indian tech, from the rise of digital payments to the burgeoning startup ecosystem, and discover how innovation is shaping the nation's future. Stay informed with Abtak.com – your gateway to understanding the tech revolution reshaping India.
Hyderabad: Samsung has announced the new Galaxy Watch8, Watch8 Classic, and the Watch Ultra at the Unpacked July 2025 event alongside the next generation of foldable devices -- Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Z Flip7 FE. The company says that its new wearable devices are the thinnest Galaxy Watch models for continuous health tracking, packed with advanced sensor technology and an AI-powered experience. Galaxy Watch8 Series Features One of the highlighting features of the Galaxy Watch8 series is the display, which now supports 3,000 nits peak brightness for easy visibility outdoors. The wearable device comes equipped with a 3nm processor for faster performance and a dual-frequency GPS for more detailed and precise location results. The new Watch8 models also feature BioActive Sensor, which claims to enable deeper and more accurate health insights. Other highlighting features of the Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic include: The Galaxy Watch8 series is also the first smartwatch to come out of the box with Gemini, Google's AI assistant. It runs One UI 8 Watch, powered by Wear OS 6, and allows access to Galaxy Watch apps via natural voice commands. Just like the new Galaxy foldable smartphones, the new wearables also feature the new Now Bar for live notifications. Galaxy Watch8 Series Specifications Galaxy Watch8, Watch8 Classic, Watch Ultra: Prices, Sizes, and Availability The Galaxy Watch8 comes in 44mm and 40mm sizes in Graphite and Silver colours, whereas the Galaxy Watch8 Classic arrives in a 46mm size in Black and White colour options. While the standard model is designed for comfort for daily activities, the Classic model looks a bit retro and includes a rotating bezel. The new Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic, and Galaxy Watch Ultra are available for pre-order in select markets, with general availability starting July 25, 2025. The Galaxy Watch8 starts at Rs 32,999, and the Galaxy Watch8 Classic starts at Rs 46,999.
Hyderabad: UK-based Nothing Technology Limited launched its first-ever flagship smartphone, the Nothing Phone (3), in India. The latest device features a 1.5K AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, up to 16GB RAM, up to 512GB storage, and a 50MP triple rear camera setup. It packs a 5,150mAh battery with 65W fast charging support and runs Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15. The new handset comes with a transparent back panel and a unique design, and ditches the iconic Glyph interface, replacing it with Glyph Matrix. The Glyph Matrix is a programmable mini-LED screen that can show time, ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): The Jharkhand government declared a three-day state mourning, starting Monday, following the passing of the state's former Chief Minister and co-founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Shibu Soren. "In honour of the late Honourable former Chief Minister-cum-Rajya Sabha MP, the State Government has decided to observe 03 (three) days of state mourning from August 4 to August 6," the message from the Jharkhand government read. Also Read | Kerala Shocker: 47-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide After Failing to Arrange Funds for Son's Engineering College Admission. ...Read More >
Driven by a young and tech-savvy population, India is rapidly embracing IoT-based connected devices, with adoption rates soaring by an estimated 30%. Samsung India highlights this surge, noting India's strong position globally in smart system adoption, contributing significantly to innovations like the 'AI Home' concept through its extensive R&D presence in the country. India is experiencing a rapid uptake of IoT-based connected devices with adoption levels rising at an estimated 30 per cent for ...Read More >
Amazon Great Indian Festival: Like every year, there are a ton of deals available on everything from laptops to smartphones at the ongoing Amazon Great Indian Festival. However, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is the flagship smartphone with the best deal. Like every year, there are a ton of deals available on everything from laptops to smartphones at the ongoing Amazon Great Indian Festival. But the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is the flagship smartphone with the best deal. This phone is one of the most alluring flagships offers of the season because Amazon is offering it for nearly half of its ori ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Apple's foldable, expected around late 2026, could redefine consumer expectations and push foldables into a new mainstream adoption phase, according to a new report. The biggest structural shift is expected in late 2026, when Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected to debut. According to the Counterpoint Research report, Apple's entry would instantly expand consumer awareness and accelerate replacement demand across high-income segments. Given Apple's ecosystem influence, its launch year could dramatically reshape brand dynamics, lifting total market vol ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], October 31 (ANI): Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel flagged off the 'Sardar@150 Unity March' organised by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. On this occasion, he offered floral tributes to the statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and paid heartfelt homage to the Iron Man of India, the architect of a united and integrated nation, on his 150th birth anniversary. He stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, grand celebrations are being organised across the nation to commemorate the ...Read More >
New Delhi: Samsung has officially launched its next-gen foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, in India. While the Flip 7 stands out as a premium flagship device, the Flip 7 FE offers a more affordable foldable experience, making the clamshell design more accessible. Follow for more details: munsifdaily.com Also Read: TSRTC to Roll Out 422 New Buses Including Express and Deluxe Services Across Telangana Colors: Blue Shadow, Jet Black, Coral Red, and Mint (exclusive on Samsung.com) ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 30: The Samsung Galaxy Ring battery issue has started worrying some users, causing harm to owners. Recently, a ring owner was rushed to the hospital due to a swollen battery. Reports said that many users have reported facing issues with the Samsung Galaxy Ring's battery. The Samsung Galaxy Ring was the first tiny wearable device launched last year by the South Korean tech giant. It was seen as a replacement for smartwatches to check certain details on the go without constantly looking at the device. However, recently, a Samsung Galaxy Ring battery swelling issue forced a per ...Read More >
New Delhi, December 3: Apple is expected to enter the foldable smartphone market with its first-ever foldable iPhone by 2026. The tech giant delivers premium design and innovation in their products, is reportedly working on a foldable iPhone that could bring a significant shift to its product line. While details remain limited, multiple reports suggest that Apple is focusing on durability, user experience, and integration of advanced features. For several years, there have been many rumours and leaks about the possibility of the first foldable iPhone. It appears that Apple is now looking to t ...Read More >
GURUGRAM : Samsung, India's largest consumer electronics brand, today introduced its 2025 Bespoke AI appliance lineup, built on four distinct consumer benefits: Easy, Care, Save and Secure to enrich and simplify your lives with AI. These experiences are powered by Samsung's new AI Home screen interface, Bixby voice assistant with two-way natural communication, Samsung Knox security, and seamless SmartThings connectivity, delivering hyper-personalized, energy-efficient, and secure smart home solutions for modern Indian households. At the heart of the new lineup is the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo, ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 14: Samsung is reportedly preparing to introduce its next smartphone lineup, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, which is expected to launch in early 2026. While the official announcement is still far away, speculation regarding the upcoming models from the Galaxy S26 series has already started. The Galaxy S26 series is expected to include the Samsung Galaxy S26, Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge, and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphones. Among the upcoming models, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra seems to be attracting the most attention at the moment. The Samsung Galaxy S25 series was launched ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025! #Saiyaara". 'Saiyaara', which stars Aneet Padda, and marks the debut of Ahaan Panday, is helmed b ...Read More >
Kharagpur: A day after 21-year-old Ritam Mondal was found hanging in his hostel room, IIT Kharagpur authorities on Saturday have decided to set up a student-led task force at the wing level of every hostel. This initiative aims to ensure that students themselves remain vigilant about their peers and can report any noticeable behavioural changes to the hall council and hall management committee for prompt action.It is the fourth death in seven months and the fifth in a year that the premier institute has witnessed. IIT Kharagpur has 21 hostels, 16 for boys and five for girls, accommodating more ...Read More >
Xiaomi 17 India Launch: The Xiaomi 17 series has been the talk of the town for its Pro versions. Announced in China a few days ago, its India launch has now been confirmed by Xiaomi India CMO Anuj Sharma during the Snapdragon Summit. Sharma also shared the update on X (formerly Twitter). While it's still uncertain whether the Pro models will make their way to India, the standard Xiaomi 17 is definitely set to launch. Xiaomi has officially shared the pricing for its new 17 series in China. The standard Xiaomi 17 starts at CNY 4,499 (around Rs 56,000), while the 17 Pro begins at CNY 5,000 (abou ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Realme has launched the Realme C73 5G smartphone in India. The budget handset comes with a 6.67-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, 4GB of RAM, up to 128GB of storage, a 32MP dual-camera setup, and a 6000mAh battery. It has an IP64 dust and water resistance, and Rainwater Smart Touch. The Realme C73 5G runs Realme UI 6.0 based on Android 15. Alongside this handset, the Chinese brand has launched the Realme Buds T200x as well. The Realme Buds T200x features 12.4mm drivers, 25dB noise cancellation, and 48-hour playback. Realme C73 5G, Buds T200x ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 10: iPhone 17 series is expected to launch globally in September 2025, with a possible announcement event scheduled between September 8 and 10. The lineup will reportedly include four models, the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The iPhone 17 series is expected to offer major upgrades in performance, imaging features, display technology, and wireless charging. The iPhone 17 Air could be Apple's thinnest phone ever, replacing the iPhone 16 Plus in the lineup. At approximately 5.5mm thick, the iPhone 17 Air may remove the USB-C port and other physi ...Read More >
New Delhi: Protest at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) against a recently announced fee hike, the long-standing suspension of students' union elections and calls for administrative accountability have entered their sixth day, with students boycotting classes and staging sit-ins at the Bab-e-Syed gate (the iconic entrance of the varsity). The fee structure for different courses has witnessed a sharp revision. Students say the hike ranges from 25% to over 60% across various programmes. Many claim they first learned of the revised fees only while trying to pay through the university's online ...Read More >
New Delhi: The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki has announced the rollout of its first made-in-India electric vehicle - the e-Vitara SUV - in a major boost to the green segment from its upgraded Gujarat plant, which is now set to become one of the world's largest automotive manufacturing hubs with a projected annual capacity of one million units. Crucially, this facility will serve as Suzuki's global production base for electric vehicles (EVs), exporting to over 100 countries, including advanced markets in Japan and Europe, which is aligned with India's vision of becoming a global aut ...Read More >
Exploratory conversations have taken place between Murugappa Group-owned CG Semi, which is building an outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat. It's the first time Apple is evaluating the prospect of having certain chips assembled and packaged in India. Apple is in preliminary talks with some Indian chip manufacturers to assemble and package the component for the iPhone, said people with knowledge of the matter, a move that would mark a key step up in the va ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Samsung is preparing to host its annual Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22, 2025, where it is expected to showcase its extended reality (XR) headset in addition to its next-gen flagship Galaxy S series smartphones. The lineup is said to include the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. Additionally, we could witness the launch of the highly anticipated Slim variant of the device, which is expected to cost somewhere between the Plus and Ultra models. Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Timing and where to watch Samsung has confirmed to host the Galaxy Unpacked 2025 in San Jose, Cali ...Read More >
GURUGRAM, India - June, 2025 - Samsung, India's largest consumer electronics brand, today announced an exciting limited-period offer on the flagship Galaxy S25 Ultra. Originally priced starting INR 129999, Galaxy S25 Ultra will be available at just INR 117999. The special price on the Galaxy S25 Ultra includes an instant cashback of INR 12000. Further sweetening the deal for consumers, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is also available with a 24-month no-cost EMI. Consumers seeking enhanced affordability can take advantage of the no-cost EMI starting INR 3278 per month. These special offers give custome ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 9: Samsung has announced its Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event, scheduled for July 9 in Brooklyn, New York. At the event, Samsung Electronics is expected to unveil its latest foldable smartphones. Teasers shared on social media hint at the launch of two foldable devices, likely to be the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. The company is also expected to unveil the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series alongside these devices. At the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event, the company is expected to reveal Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 price, specificat ...Read More >
By BD Narayankar Bengaluru, July 8 (UNI) India must scale up private sector funding and treat quantum as a serious business opportunity if it wants to compete globally in the next wave of technology, said Professor Arindam Ghosh of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) today. "Government can only fund the early stage; the private sector must carry it forward," he said, pointing to the fact that global government investments in quantum research range from $1 billion to $3.5 billion, with the US and China alone committing over $2 billion each. "When industry participation is added, those num ...Read More >
Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2025: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is one of the many items on sale during the Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2025, which has been getting on since September 23. It used to price Rs 1,29,999, but today it prices less than Rs 1,00,000. At it started on September 23, Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2025 has offered steep savings in a variety of categories. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the company's high-end flagship, has received a significant price reduction among the most notable offers. One of the best deals of the current sale is the phone, which was ...Read More >
In August 2022, Srinivas co-founded Perplexity AI with Denis Yarats and Andy Konwinski. New Delhi: Aravind Srinivas, the 31-year-old Chennai-born AI entrepreneur, has entered the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 as the country's youngest billionaire. With an estimated net worth of Rs 21,190 crore, Srinivas, the founder and CEO of the AI startup Perplexity, is now a prominent name in the tech world, especially in generative AI. Born on June 7, 1994, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Srinivas developed an e ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 22: OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Atlas, an AI-powered web browser, sending shockwaves through the tech market. Following the announcement, Google parent Alphabet's market value reportedly dropped by USD 150 billion on Tuesday. It highlights a competitive challenge to the Google Chrome browser.ChatGPT Atlas combines browsing with AI capabilities, offering users assistance while navigating the web. Currently, the browser is available on macOS. The new browser aims to enhance the online experience by integrating AI-driven features into web navigation. ChatGPT Atlas enhances b ...Read More >
New Delhi: A Bengaluru techie ordered Samsung's ultra-premium Galaxy Z Fold 7 from Amazon and received a marble tile instead. Not foldable, not smart, and definitely not worth Rs 1.87 lakh. Premanand, a software engineer from Yelachenahalli, had planned to gift himself the foldable flagship for Diwali. The Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung's most expensive smartphone in India, boasts a foldable AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and a triple-camera setup. It's priced at a jaw-dropping Rs 1.87 lakh, making it a luxury item for tech enthusiasts. The order was placed on Amazon with full payme ...Read More >
New Delhi, November 4: Motorola will launch its Moto g67 POWER smartphone in India on November 5, 2025. The company has started teasing the smartphone in social media platforms. Ahead of the launch, the smartphone maker has revealed key specifications and features of the device. The upcoming Moto g67 POWER 5G will be powered by a Snapdragon chipset and will come with a large battery. The Moto g67 POWER will come with a durable build with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection and MIL-810H military-grade certification. The smartphone is likely to feature a Vegan leather finish. Motorola will also ...Read More >
NewsVoir New Delhi [India], April 9: Ai+ Smartphone today launched the Nova Series, marking its most ambitious launch yet, alongside its first tablet, new audio products, and expanded wearables lineup bringing together a fully connected ecosystem built around simplicity, privacy, and everyday usability. At the centre are three distinct 5G smartphones Nova 2, Nova 2 Ultra, and Nova Flip each designed for a different user, but united by a single belief: premium technology should be accessible, reliable, and worth carrying every day. "We built Ai+ on a simple conviction that great technology s ...Read More >
New Delhi, August 14: WhatsApp is reportedly rolling out a new Writing help assistant feature for Android users, which is said to be powered by AI private processing. As per reports, the tool is currently available to a limited group of users. The feature is said to focus on providing assistance in a private and secure manner so that the user data remains protected. WhatsApp aims to make communication smoother while maintaining privacy and offering users a smarter way to draft and refine their messages. As per a report of WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is introducing a Writing Help assistant feature th ...Read More >