61% of asset managers say the technology will make their jobs safer BOISE, Idaho, NEW YORK, CHICAGO, LONDON and HONG KONG, Aug 19 – Senior executives at asset management firms are overwhelmingly positive about the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) for enhancing their job security, new research from Clearwater Analytics shows. While there is concern more widely that the technology may be responsible for reducing work…
UIDAI Completes Over 2 Crore Mandatory Biometric Updates for School Children
New Delhi, August 18: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has completed more than 2 crore Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU) for school children as part of its nationwide mission-mode drive, covering around 1.56 lakh schools across the country. The special drive, launched in September 2025, has been undertaken in coordination with State and Union Territory education departments to make Aadhaar biometric updates more accessible…
NORDAC FUSION: combines motor and inverter into a compact high-performance unit
NORDAC FUSION – the compact drive solution with the decentralised NORDAC ON inverter for dynamic applications With NORDAC FUSION, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS launches a powerful drive system that combines motor and inverter into a compact unit.Aug 18: Thanks to the optimal electrical and mechanical adjustment of both components, NORDAC FUSION achieves high power density, while particular attention was given to keeping the installation space as small…
Technology-Driven Pension Services Improve Efficiency, Save Resources: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, August 18: Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Dr Jitendra Singh said technology-driven pension services have improved efficiency while reducing manpower and financial costs. Addressing the 9th National ANUBHAV Awards Ceremony 2026 and the 60th Pre-Retirement Counselling Workshop at Vigyan Bhawan, he described retiring and retired government employees as a “national asset” and called for continued use of technology…
MongoDB Atlas Now Delivers Industry-Leading Context Retrieval with Precision Accuracy
New Delhi, Aug. 17: Retrieval accuracy determines what an AI application or Agent decides and what it costs to host. Today, MongoDB, Inc. announced at MongoDB.local Build Fest a set of capabilities that add benchmark-leading retrieval directly into MongoDB’s intelligent data platform to solve this exact challenge. Today’s capabilities start with a new model in voyage-code-4, purpose-built for agentic code retrieval. That model, along with…
Vodia Phone 2 Turns Android Phones into Vodia Extensions
BOSTON: August 17 – Vodia Networks, Inc., a provider of unified cloud communications solutions to enterprises, contact centers, and service providers, is pleased to announce Vodia Phone 2, an app that brings the Vodia PBX experience to Android users. Vodia Phone 2 is a companion app to the new Vodia iOS app, which the company announced in July of this year. Vodia Phone…
NIELIT Unveils CYBER KUSHTI 2026 to Sharpen Cybersecurity Decision-Making Skills
New Delhi, August 16: The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) has launched ‘CYBER KUSHTI 2026’, a cybersecurity assessment initiative designed to test how effectively individuals can apply human judgment while identifying, analysing and responding to cyber threats. The initiative focuses on a critical aspect of cybersecurity that extends beyond technical knowledge — the ability to make sound decisions when confronted with complex…
Odisha Technology Centre Emerges as a Key Anchor of Bhubaneswar’s IT Growth
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar is steadily strengthening its position as an emerging technology and services hub in eastern India, with the Odisha Technology Centre becoming an important base for global companies and new-age technology businesses. The centre has attracted major names including Accenture, Cognizant, Integreon, Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) and NITKAL, reflecting the growing interest in Odisha’s talent pool, digital infrastructure and business ecosystem. The…
STPI Units Cross Rs.7.73 Lakh Crore in Software Exports in FY26
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: Software Technology Parks of India (STPI)-registered units recorded exports worth more than ₹7.73 lakh crore during FY26, highlighting the continued strength of India’s software and technology services industry. The export performance underscores the growing contribution of technology-driven businesses to India’s overall trade and the country’s expanding role in the global digital economy. STPI has played an important role in supporting…
India, Japan Work on New Roadmap to Expand Skilled Workforce Mobility
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: India and Japan are working on a more structured pathway to help skilled Indian workers access employment opportunities in Japan, as both countries seek to deepen cooperation in skill development and human-resource mobility. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) recently brought together officials, training institutions, industry representatives, recruitment agencies and other stakeholders for an India-Japan consultation in New…