31 Oct 2019 When one talks of technology, one usually thinks of computers aiding manufacturing processes. In India, we usually do not associate technology with the agricultural sector. But things are changing. Soon we will witness innovative agri-technology transforming the sector, which even though it employs half of India’s workforce,…
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New Material for the Commercial Construction Industry
11 Oct 2019 A nation’s progress and economic well-being is inextricably linked to future construction activity. Yet, environmental concerns are today leading to questions on how construction can align with imperatives of sustainability. Happily, new research is helping the construction sector to look at alternatives beyond the traditional modes. Given…
Smart I-tech Next-Gen India@75
10 Oct 2019 Introduction and Theme The 10th edition of EXCON, to be held in Bengaluru between 10-14th December 2019 with ‘Smart I-tech Next-Gen India@75’ as the theme, is the largest construction equipment exhibition in South Asia. The theme is woven around the developmental vision given by 5Is, namely Infrastructure; Innovation; Internet;…
Celebrating 50 Years of Indian Space Research
09 Oct 2019 It was Dr. Vikram Sarabhai in 1962 who flagged India’s space odyssey by forming the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR). Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) was formed in 1969, signalling India’s intent and capacity to undertake space research; a journey that is gathering traction, achievement…
Blockchain: Ushering in a new global financial order
24 Sep 2019 Blockchain technology, as a form of distributed ledger technology (DLT), has significant future potential in the financial sector. Business activities built on transactions over traditional corporate databases could find an alternative using blockchain technology with start-ups offering new services and applications. The first wave of applications is…
Reel or real? Accurately identifying disinformation
24 Sep 2019 In this day and age of AI-based tech such as deepfake—one can easily produce or alter video content realistically—seeing should not necessarily be believing For the last couple of years, India has been waging a silent battle against a growing epidemic of fake content that’s being…
India US Trade and Investment Partnership
19 Sep 2019 India enjoys a long-standing partnership with the US, based on common principles of democracy and shared interests of promoting peace and economic prosperity through trade and investment ties. The bilateral relationship between the two countries that received an impetus starting with the visit of President Clinton…
The New Kilogramme
18 Sep 2019 Four of the seven base units – kilogramme, kelvin, mole and ampere – have been redefined. The new definitions were aptly implemented across the world this year on May 20, which is World Meteorology Day. This move is expected to have far-reaching consequences, including changes in academic books…
FDI easing, other steps may help revive growth
16 Sep 2019 A multitude of prompt economic measures were announced by the government recently to jumpstart investments and bring the economy back on a solid growth track. These measures will infuse greater investor confidence and encourage investments in the economy. Industry is greatly heartened by the fact that the…
Boosting Exploration
06 Sep 2019 Minerals: A Backbone Industry As India races to achieve the target of a US$5 trillion economy by 2024-25, the minerals and mining industry (referred to as the ‘minerals industry’ hereinafter), which serves as the basis for nearly all manufacturing sectors, will be a critical growth driver. Despite…