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India’s commitment to renewable energy development in the last decade is nothing short of impressive. The country’s clean-energy capacity has hit nearly 83 gigawatts (GW) — that’s six times what it was some 10 years ago. In the last five years, solar power has grown its capacity 12-fold, surpassing 31 GW, according to the Central…

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), or drones, for educational or recreational purposes is now legal in India. As of December 1, 2019, the ban set by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the Indian governmental regulatory body for civil aviation, in October 2014, officially lifted. However, flying drones will take more effort…

As the world is hoping to alleviate the rapidly growing threat of climate change, India is majorly stepping up and developing into a global clean-energy powerhouse. It is one of only a few countries with policies that are compatible with keeping global warming below the two-degree Celsius target recommended by scientists, according to the Climate…

Many of today’s top engineers have been graduating from schools in India and at record speeds. According to the HRD Ministry, more than 1.5 million students take post-secondary engineering courses every year in the country. Unfortunately, however, nearly half and 48 percent of those engineers are jobless. One reason, based on a study by employment…

Although more than 1.5 million students take post-secondary engineering courses every year in India, according to the HRD Ministry, nearly half (48 percent) of engineers are jobless. One reason, based on a study by employment evaluation company Aspiring Minds, is that 95 percent of engineers in India were unqualified for the job despite a university…

Indian students are gathering to obtain a master’s qualification in artificial intelligence (AI) at a time when the development of computer science aimed at building machines that work and react like human beings is finding accelerating applications. The number of applications for master’s qualification in artificial intelligence (AI) has more than doubled in universities across…

Supply chain and logistics management are typically an underrated yet important features of a successful company — and one where technology and digitalization are making a big difference. Inadequate communication, tracking, and traceability of products could lead to wasted time, unnecessary billable hours, and lost revenue. However, technology can provide better transparency and accountability. GoBOLT,…

Mercedes-Benz revealed its experimental safety vehicle, the ESF 2019, at the Safe Roads India Summit 2019 in Delhi. The exhibition was a part of the “Safe Roads”— a unique corporate social responsibility initiative by Daimler to increase safety awareness in India. The German carmaker’s new ESF is based on the latest Mercedes-Benz GLE with a…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s second term included several initiatives developed to drive cutting-edge technologies forward the market. For example, the Interim Budget 2019 established a national plan for the advancement of emerging technologies, such as robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), the internet-of-things (IoT), and others. To this end, NITI Aayog — a policy think tank…

Toyota Connected India, a subsidiary of Toyota Connected Corporation, is expanding its global footprint with the introduction of a new office in Chennai, India. The new location is unique in that it will focus specifically on developing connected technology, including machine learning and artificial intelligence. “Powered by cloud support and cutting-edge technology for high production…

Forget chalkboards and textbooks. In many of today’s classrooms, conventional learning is a thing of the past and digital learning is in. This is thanks to several advanced tech devices such as “smart,” interactive projectors, IoT-enable tools, virtual reality, and others. As schools become more digitally efficient, one would assume the same technology would be…

Samsung recently announced plans to increase R&D operations in India with plans to hire more than 1,200 engineers from the top engineering colleges — such as IIITs, NITs, BITS Pilani, Delhi Technological University, and others. Samsung’s India R&D centers are encouraging local and global development, providing skilled engineers with a platform to innovate and set…

Startups offer several inherent advantages that bigger, more established businesses typically lack. Unlike corporations, which tend to get stuck in structure and bureaucracy, startups tend to have more flexibility and creativity when developing business plans and making big decisions. In many ways, new companies have less to lose and more reason to risk — which…

Japan is well recognized for its contributions to technology and engineering. Companies such as Sony, Toshiba, and JVC have been a mainstay in the country and on a global scale. However, Japan’s population — which has reached a median age of 46 years — is affecting new developments. According to experts, the country is in…

In subterranean conditions, such as in underground coal mines, accidents involving roof fall and sidewall breakdown are a risk that could result in the loss of human life. According to the Ministry of Labor and Employment in India, 377 operators working in the mining of coal, minerals, or oil sectors in the country were fatally…

The global connected car market size is expected to reach USD 212.7 billion by 2027 (compared to USD 42.6 billion in 2019) at a CAGR of 22.3%, according to a recent report from global research company, MarketsandMarkets. Connected cars are vehicles that can share internet access and transfer data with other devices both inside the…

Dr. Neeraj Sharma, from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney, has earned the Early Career Researcher of the Year award in physical sciences. The award was given for Sharma’s work in lithium-ion batteries found in electronic devices, electric vehicles, and the grid. He was also honored for his study of next-generation battery…

The automobile industry is currently one of the fastest-growing sectors in India. The country is the seventh-largest producer in the world, with an average annual generation of 17.5 million vehicles every year. According to a record of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturer (SIAM), India is also the fourth largest automotive market by mass. The…

This year has been characterized by rapid changes in engineering technology and production. For example, wearables that used to only track the date, time, and a user’s steps can now monitor one’s blood pressure, sleep habits, and stress levels. This means devices, including smartphones, must provide real-time data on multiple variables whenever requested to be…

Technology has radically shifted how organizations do business, form partnerships, relate to customers, and succeed in today’s consumer marketplace. Digital adoption has provided companies with major opportunities to market products, reach a greater customer base, and speed interactions and decisions. However, much of these opportunities are dependent on leveraging the ideal technology and using it…