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India’s pharma rise driven by innovation push: Ex-US NIH Director

May 1, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: India’s emergence as a global pharmaceutical powerhouse is entering a new phase, driven by innovation, vaccine leadership, and expanding clinical capabilities, according to Dr Elias Zerhouni, former Director of the US National Institutes of Health (NIH). Zerhouni said the India-US relationship in healthcare and biotechnology has steadily strengthened over the years, moving beyond […]

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Business

UPI sees 25% growth at 22.35 billion transactions in April, begins FY27 on a strong note

May 1, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: India’s digital payments ecosystem recorded a 25 per cent year-on-year growth in April, with UPI clocking 22.35 billion transactions. In value terms, transactions stood at Rs 29.03 lakh crore, reflecting a 21 per cent annual growth, according to data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Friday. On a daily […]

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Elections

ECI introduces QR code-based ID system to secure counting centres

April 30, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has introduced a QR code-based Photo Identity Card system to enhance security and prevent unauthorised access at counting centres during elections. The new system will be implemented starting May 4, during the counting of votes for Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, […]

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English

Google Cloud pulls ahead as Big Tech’s AI bet swells to $700 billion

April 30, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Alphabet’s blowout cloud growth has reset expectations across major tech companies, leaving investors to recalibrate which firms are delivering the clearest returns. All four of the U.S. tech giants that reported results on Wednesday signaled that spending on artificial intelligence would not slow down, with combined outlays now set to surpass $700 billion […]

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English

Alphabet’s cloud unit beats quarterly revenue estimates on strong AI demand

April 30, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Alphabet topped Wall Street estimates for quarterly revenue growth at its cloud computing unit on Wednesday, driven by sustained enterprise spending on artificial-intelligence infrastructure. Revenue at Google Cloud grew 63% to $20 billion in the first quarter ended March, compared with analysts’ average estimate of a 50.1% increase, according to data compiled by LSEG. The third-largest […]

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Business

Microsoft, OpenAI change terms of deal so startup can court Amazon and others

April 28, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Microsoft and OpenAI have revised a pact, ending Microsoft’s exclusive right to sell the ChatGPT creator’s artificial intelligence models. This change allows OpenAI to pursue new deals with other major players, including Amazon. The shift marks a significant evolution in one of the most influential alliances in the AI industry and is seen […]

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English

Mandaviya launches NRAI athlete app, grassroots drive to introduce 7.5 lakh youth to shooting

April 27, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya attended the 75th anniversary celebrations of the National Rifle Association of India on Sunday, where a nationwide grassroots initiative and a new digital athlete management platform were launched. The programme aims to introduce 7.5 lakh school and college students to shooting through a hands-on “10-shot experience,” building interest […]

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TRAI releases consultation paper on expansion of public Wi-Fi networks

April 27, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)  has released a consultation paper on the “Proliferation of Public Wi-Fi Networks in India,” aimed at strengthening the country’s public internet infrastructure. The paper reviews the current regulatory framework and highlights key challenges hindering the expansion of public Wi-Fi services. It also invites feedback from stakeholders […]

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English

India’s Space Ecosystem Expands as Private Investment Crosses $600 Million: Jitendra Singh

April 26, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Sunday reviewed plans to establish space laboratories in universities and colleges across India, with seven such labs proposed in the first phase to provide hands-on training in satellite systems, rocketry and mission design. The initiative aims to build a strong pipeline of skilled youth for India’s expanding space […]

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India-Netherlands ties strengthen on back of water, agriculture and tech collaboration: Dr Jitendra Singh

April 25, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh on Friday highlighted the strong collaboration on water management, agriculture, and technology sectors is driving the growing partnership between India and the Netherlands Speaking at the Netherlands’ National Day, King’s Day celebrations at the Dutch Embassy in the national capital, Singh said bilateral ties between India and Netherlands […]

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